2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER key

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 oil adhesion 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-tion and tension in accordance with the main-
tenance schedule in this manual.
REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch
are off and that the parking brake is
engaged securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to
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SDI0424
SDI0145A
DRIVE BELTS SPARK PLUGS
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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.
DI0070-B
SDI0395
CLUTCH PEDAL FUSES8-24
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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 down the fuse box cover/coin tray 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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Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 10-2
Engine coolant............................................. 8-6
Engine oil................................................... 8-10
Power steering fluid................................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-17
Fog light switch ............................................... 2-22
4WD shift switch operations ........................... 5-26
Four wheel drive (4WD) ........................ 5-20, 5-23
Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint
system) ........................................................... 1-16
Front fog light switch ...................................... 2-23
Front manual seat adjustment .......................... 1-2
Front power seat adjustment ............................ 1-4
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 ............................................ 5-19
Fuel octane rating ..................................... 10-4
Fuel recommendation................................ 10-4
Gauge .......................................................... 2-5
Fuses .............................................................. 8-24
Fusible links .................................................... 8-25
G
Garage door opener, Integrated HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ..................................... 2-40
Gas cap .......................................................... 3-12
Gauge ............................................................... 2-3Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-4
Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5
Odometer..................................................... 2-3
Speedometer ............................................... 2-3
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ....................................... 9-2
Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger
switch .............................................................. 2-19
Glass hatch lock ............................................. 3-11
Glass hatch opener ........................................ 3-11
Glasses case .................................................. 2-27
Glove box........................................................ 2-29
Glove box lock ................................................ 2-29
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-23
Head restraints ................................................. 1-9
Headlamps, (Bulb replacement) ..................... 8-28
Headlights
(Bulb replacement) .................................... 8-28
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-19
Heated seats................................................... 2-24
Heater
Engine coolant heater ............................... 5-35
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if so
equipped)..................................................... 4-8
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-2
Heater operation.......................................... 4-2
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver .................. 2-40
Hood, release ................................................... 3-9
Hook, Luggage hook ...................................... 2-31
Horn ................................................................ 2-24
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security ............... 2-16I
Ignition switch ................................................... 5-6
Automatic transmission models .................. 5-6
Key positions ............................................... 5-8
Manual transmission models....................... 5-7
Immobilizer system ......................................... 2-16
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator
lights and chimes) ........................................... 2-13
Inside mirror .................................................... 3-15
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test................. 10-22
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Integrated HomeLink
Universal
Transceiver ..................................................... 2-40
J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-9
K
Keyless entry, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ...... 10-14
Label, Emission control information label ..... 10-14
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label.............. 10-13
Labels
Air bag warning labels............................... 1-20
Air conditioner specification label ........ 4-2, 4-8
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On-pavement and offroad driving
precautions .................................................. 5-3
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting ................................................... 6-11
R
Rack, Luggage rack ........................................ 2-34
Radio, Car phone or CB radio ........................ 4-27
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ....................................................... 10-22
Rear door ........................................................ 3-10
Rear door lock ................................................ 3-10
Child safety rear door lock .......................... 3-4
Rear door opener ........................................... 3-10
Rear power point ............................................ 2-25
Rear seat adjustment ....................................... 1-6
Rear window wiper and washer switch .......... 2-18
Registering your vehicle in another
country .......................................................... 10-12
Remote keyless entry, (See multi-remote control
system) ............................................................. 3-5
Reporting safety defects (US only)............... 10-21
Rollover ............................................................. 5-4
S
Safety
Child seat belts.......................................... 1-24
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......... 10-21
Towing safety .......................................... 10-18
Seat
Belt extenders ........................................... 1-30
Belt hook ................................................... 1-28Belt maintenance....................................... 1-31
Belt warning light ....................................... 1-22
Belt warning light and chime ..................... 2-12
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment .................... 1-2
Front power seat adjustment ...................... 1-4
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 ....................................... 2-24
Security systems (Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ..................................... 2-16
Security systems (See vehicle security
system) ........................................................... 2-15
Servicing air conditioner................... 4-2, 4-8, 4-10
Shift lock release ............................................ 5-13
Shifting
Automatic transmission ............................. 5-10
Manual transmission ................................. 5-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment, For front
seats ............................................................... 1-28Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag system) .................................................... 1-18
Spare tire carrier ............................................. 3-10
Spark plugs ..................................................... 8-19
Speedometer .................................................... 2-3
Starting
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-9
Jump starting ............................................... 6-9
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting ............................................. 6-10
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9
Steering
Power steering fluid................................... 8-15
Power steering system .............................. 5-31
Tilting steering wheel ................................ 3-14
Storage ........................................................... 2-27
Sun shade....................................................... 2-38
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-14
Sunroof, Electric sunroof ................................ 2-36
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-20
Supplemental air bag warning light ....... 1-21, 2-12
Supplemental front air bag system ................. 1-16
Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-10
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................................................... 1-10
Supplemental side air bag system ................. 1-18
Switch
4WD shift switch operations...................... 5-26
Front fog light switch ................................. 2-23
Glass hatch and outside mirror defogger
switch......................................................... 2-19
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-23
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-19
Ignition switch .............................................. 5-6
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