2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER key

cies and stops at the next broadcasting sta-
tion.
Push the SEEK/SCAN tuning button
or
for more than 1.5 seconds. SCAN tuning
begins from high to low or low to high frequen-
cies and stops at each broadcasting station for
10 seconds. Pushing the button again during
this 10 seconds period will stop SCAN tuning
and the radio will remain tuned to that station.
If the SEEK/SCAN tuning button is not pushed
within 10 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the
next station.Station memory operations:
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(six for FM1, six for FM2).
Six stations can be set for the AM band.
1. Tune to the desired station using the
SEEK/SCAN or TUNE button.
2. Select the desired station and keep pushing
any of the desired station memory buttons
(1 to 6) until a beep sound is heard. (For
example, in the diagram ch2 is to be memo-
rized. The radio mutes when the select
button is pushed.)
3. The indicator ch2 will then come on and the
sound will resume. Memorizing is now com-
plete.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same
manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
fuse blows, the radio memory will be can-
celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.
Cassette tape player operationTurn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and then
lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape
door. The cassette tape will be automatically
pulled into the player.
The radio or CD will turn off (if it is on) and the
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cassette tape will begin to play.
CAUTION
Do not force the cassette tape into the
tape door. This could cause player dam-
age.
If the system is turned off by pushing the
ON×OFF/VOL control knob with the cassette
tape still in the player, the tape will resume
playing when the system is turned back on.
PLAY:
IWhen the TAPE button is pushed with the
system turned off and a tape loaded, the
system will come on and the tape will play.
IWhen the TAPE button is pushed with
either the radio or compact disc turned on
and the tape loaded, the compact disc or
the radio will automatically be turned off
and the tape will play.
FF (Fast Forward), REW
(Rewind):
Push the(fast forward) button to fast
forward the tape. To rewind the tape, push the
(rewind) button. Either the FF or REW
symbol illuminates on the right side of thedisplay window. To stop the FF or REW func-
tion, press the
(fast forward) or
(re-
wind) again, or the TAPE button.
APS (Automatic Program
Search) FF, APS REW:
When the(APS FF) button is pushed
while the tape is being played, the next pro-
gram will start to play from the beginning. Push
the
(APS FF) button several times to skip
through programs. The tape will advance the
number of times the button is pushed (up to
nine programs).
When the
(APS REW) button is pushed
once, the program being played starts over
from the beginning. Push the
(APS
REW) button several times to skip back sev-
eral selections. The tape will go back the
number of times the button is pushed. Either
the FF or REW symbol flashes on the right
side of the display window while searching for
the selection.
This system searches for the blank intervals
between selections. If there is a blank interval
within one program or there is no interval
between programs, the system may not stop in
the desired or expected location.
PROG (Program):
Push the PROG button to change the tapeside while the tape is being played.
The cassette tape will automatically change
directions to play the other side when the first
side is completed.
Dolby NR (Noise Reduction):
Push the Dolby NR
button for Dolby NR
encoded tapes to reduce high frequency tape
noise. The indicator will come on.
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under li-
cense from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor-
poration. Dolby NR and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Metal or chrome tape usage:
The cassette player will be automatically set to
high performance play when playing a metal or
chrome cassette tape.TAPE EJECT:
When this button is pushed with the tape
loaded, the tape will be ejected.
When the tape is ejected while it is being
played, the system will be turned off.
Compact Disc (CD) player operationTurn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position
and insert the compact disc into the slot with
the label side facing up. The compact disc will
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FM-AM RADIO WITH CASSETTE
PLAYERRefer to the separate Owner's Manual for
information about the navigation system.Audio main operationON×OFF/Volume control:
Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON, then push
the ON×OFF/Volume control dial. The mode
(radio or cassette) which was playing immedi-
ately before the system was turned off re-
sumes playing. When no cassette is loaded,
the radio comes on. Pushing theON×OFF/Volume control dial again turns the
system off.
Turn the ON×OFF/Volume control dial to adjust
the volume.Adjusting tone quality and speaker
balance:
To adjust Bass, Treble, Fader, Balance, press
the AUDIO button until the desired mode BAS,
TRE, FAD or BAL appears in the display.
Press the
or
button to adjust BASS
and TREB to the desired level. Use the
or
button to adjust FADER or BAL
modes. FADER adjusts the sound level be-
tween the front and rear speakers and BAL
adjusts the sound level between the right and
left speakers.
After 10 seconds, the radio or cassette tape
display reappears. Once the sound quality is
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Station memory operations:
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band
(six for FM1, six for FM2) and six stations can
be set for the AM band.
1. Push the FM-AM band select button toselect AM, FM1 or FM2. The selected band
illuminated in the display.
2. Tune to the desired station using the
SEEK/SCAN or TUNE buttons.
3. Push the desired select button for more
than 1.5 seconds. For example, in the
illustrations ch2 is to be memorized. The
radio mutes when the select button is
pushed.
4. The indicator ch2 will come on and the
sound will resume. Memorizing is now com-
plete.
5. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-
celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.
Cassette tape player operationTurn the ignition key to ACC or ON, then
carefully insert a cassette tape into the tape
door.
The cassette tape automatically pulls into the
player. The word TAPE and moving digital
squares illuminate on the right side of the
display window.
CAUTION
Do not force the cassette tape into the
tape door. This could cause player dam-
age.
The cassette tape automatically changes di-
rections to play the other side when the first
side is complete. At this time, the moving
digital squares illuminate on the left side of the
display window.
PLAY:
When the TAPE/CD button is pushed with the
radio turned on and the tape loaded, the radio
will automatically be turned off and the tape
will play.
If the TAPE/CD button is pushed during either
the FF, REW, APS FF or APS REW function,
the cassette tape enters the normal play
mode.
When the TAPE/CD button is pushed with the
CD playing, the tape will play.
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The disc loading procedure is the same as
above, and so continue on.
When all the discs are set or no more discs are
loaded for about 15 seconds after the slot door
is open, the first disc loaded will start to play.
CAUTION
When loading, wait for green light at the
CD slot and insert only one disc at a
time. Forcing in the compact disc could
damage the player.
Hold the disc only on the edges and center
hole. Never touch the surface of the disc.Disc eject (DISC EJECT button
)
One-disc eject:
When the DISC EJECT button is pressed for
less than 1.5 seconds while a disc is playing or
stopped, the current or last disc played will be
ejected.
When the DISC EJECT button is pressed, the
DISC indicator light will start flashing amber
until the disc is ready to be ejected. The light
will turn off when the disc is ejected.To select a disc to eject, press the DISC
EJECT button within 3 seconds after a DISC
select button is pressed, or do it in reverse
order.
All-disc eject:
When the DISC EJECT button is pressed for
more than 1.5 seconds while any disc is play-
ing or stopped, the all-disc eject mode will
activate with a beep.
When the DISC EJECT button is pressed, the
all DISC indicator lights of the disc stored
holder will start flashing amber. Each light will
turn off when the disc is ejected. When the disc
is released from the slot and then the slot door
is closed, the unit will start to eject the next
disc, and so on continuously upto full disc
eject. After all discs are ejected, the all DISC
indicator lights will turn off.The audio system can be operated using the
controls on the steering wheel.
With the ignition key turned to the ACC or ON
position, turn the audio system ON or OFF.
MODE select switchPush the mode select switch to change the
mode in the sequence of AM, FM1, FM2,
Tape, CD and CD autochanger (if so
equipped).Volume control switchPush the upper or lower side switch to in-
crease or decrease the volume.
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STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR
AUDIO CONTROL (if so equipped)
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antenna rod cannot be hand tightened to the
proper specification.
CAUTION
IAlways properly tighten the antenna
rod during installation or the antenna
rod may bend or break during vehicle
operation.
ITo prevent damage, be sure that
manual antenna is removed before
the vehicle enters an automated car
wash.Power antennaThe antenna will automatically extend when
the radio is turned on, and retract when
switched off. If the radio is left on, the antenna
will retract and extend with the ignition key
OFF-ON operation.
CAUTION
IBefore turning the radio on, make
sure that there is no one near theantenna outlet and there is enough
space for it to extend.
ITo prevent damage, be sure that
power antenna is fully retracted be-
fore the vehicle enters an automated
car wash.
IDirt and other foreign matter on the
power antenna rod may interrupt its
operation. Clean the rod periodically
with a damp cloth. This type of clean-
ing is especially important during the
winter seasons in areas where road
salt and other chemicals may be
spread on road surfaces and
splashed onto the antenna rod.If equipped with a genuine NISSAN cellular
phone, your NISSAN features a non-
directional microphone in the steering column
cover, so it is not necessary to look at or speak
directly into the microphone when calling. To
do so could detract from the driving operation
and cause an accident. See the car phone
manual for operation.
Some models are pre-wired to accept the
genuine NISSAN cellular phone. In addition,
the same model has the phone antenna built
into the rear glass window.
When installing a car phone or CB, ham radio
in your NISSAN, be sure to observe the follow-
ing cautions, otherwise the new equipment
may adversely affect the Engine control sys-
tem and other electronic parts.
WARNING
IA cellular telephone should not be
used while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.
Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of
cellular telephones while driving.CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO
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5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving ...................... 5-2
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).......................... 5-2
Three way catalyst ............................................... 5-3
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions ..... 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover .............................. 5-4
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ....................... 5-4
Driving safety precautions .................................... 5-4
Ignition switch............................................................ 5-6
Automatic transmission ........................................ 5-6
Manual transmission ............................................ 5-7
Key positions ........................................................ 5-8
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system ...................... 5-8
Before starting the engine ......................................... 5-9
Starting the engine .................................................... 5-9
Driving the vehicle ................................................... 5-10
Automatic transmission ...................................... 5-10
Manual transmission .......................................... 5-14
Parking brake .......................................................... 5-16
Cruise control (if so equipped) ................................ 5-17
Precautions on cruise control ............................. 5-17
Cruise control operations ................................... 5-17Break-in schedule ................................................... 5-19
Increasing fuel economy ......................................... 5-19
Using part time four wheel drive (4WD) ................. 5-20
Transfer case shifting procedures ...................... 5-21
Using all-mode four wheel drive (4WD) .................. 5-23
Transfer case shifting procedures ...................... 5-23
Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-30
Power steering ........................................................ 5-31
Brake system .......................................................... 5-32
Braking precautions............................................ 5-32
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ............................ 5-32
Cold weather driving ............................................... 5-34
Freeing a frozen door lock ................................. 5-34
Anti-freeze .......................................................... 5-34
Battery ................................................................ 5-34
Draining of coolant water ................................... 5-34
Tire equipment ................................................... 5-34
Special winter equipment ................................... 5-35
Driving on snow or ice ....................................... 5-35
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ................. 5-35
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have their seat belts fastened.
IAlways drive with the floor mats in
place as the floor may become hot.
ILower your speed when encounter-
ing strong crosswinds. With a higher
center of gravity, your NISSAN is
more affected by strong side winds.
Slower speeds ensure better vehicle
control.
IDo not drive beyond the performance
of the tires, even with 4WD engaged.
Accelerating quickly, sharp steering
maneuvers or sudden braking may
cause loss of control.
IIf at all possible, avoid sharp turning
maneuvers, particularly at high
speeds. Your NISSAN four wheel
drive vehicle has a higher center of
gravity than a two wheel drive ve-
hicle. The vehicle is not designed for
cornering at the same speeds as con-
ventional two wheel drive vehicles.
Failure to operate this vehicle cor-
rectly could result in loss of controland/or a roll over accident.
IAlways use tires of the same type,
size, brand, construction (bias, bias-
belted or radial), and tread pattern on
all four wheels. Install tire chains on
the rear wheels when driving on slip-
pery roads and drive carefully.
IBe sure to check the brakes immedi-
ately after driving in mud or water.
See ªBrake systemº later in this sec-
tion for wet brakes.
IAvoid parking your vehicle on steep
hills. If you get out of the vehicle and
it rolls forward, backward or side-
ways, you could be injured.
IWhenever you drive off-road through
sand, mud or water as deep as the
wheel hub, more frequent mainte-
nance may be required. See ªPeriodic
maintenanceº in the ª9. Mainte-
nanceº section of this manual.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONOn automatic transmission models, the igni-
tion lock is designed so that the key cannot be
turned to LOCK and removed until the selector
lever is moved to the P (Park) position.
When removing the key from the ignition,
make sure the selector lever is in the P (Park)
position.
If the selector lever is not returned to P (Park),
the key cannot be moved toward LOCK.
When the key cannot be turned toward the
LOCK position, proceed as follows to remove
the key:
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