2003 NISSAN PATHFINDER ignition

WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the
supplemental front air bag system,
supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag systems (if so
equipped) and/or pre-tensioner seat
belt may not operate in an accident.
Tire carrier open warning light
(if so equipped)
This light comes on when the tire carrier is not
closed securely while the ignition key is ON.INDICATOR LIGHTS
Cruise main switch indicator
light (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the main switch is
turned on.
Cruise set switch indicator
light (if so equipped)
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the
light blinks while the engine is running, it mayindicate the cruise control system is not func-
tioning properly. Have the system checked by
your NISSAN dealer.
4WD indicator light
(
model)
This light comes on when the transfer shift
control lever is in the 4H or 4L position.
4WD shift indicator light
(
model)
The light should turn off within 1 second after
turning the ignition switch to ON.
While the engine is running, the 4WD shift
indicator light will illuminate the position se-
lected by the 4WD shift switch.
The 4WD shift indicator light may blink
while shifting from one drive mode to the
other.
High beam indicator light
(Blue)
This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on, and goes out when the low beams
are selected.
Malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)
If the Malfunction indicator lamp comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is running, it
may indicate a potential emission control mal-
function.
The Malfunction indicator lamp may also come
on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or missing,
or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make
sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 US
gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
lamp should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
Operation
The Malfunction indicator lamp will come on in
one of two ways:

Malfunction indicator lamp on steady — An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If the
fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or
install the cap and continue to drive the
vehicle. The
lamp should turn off after a
few driving trips. If the
lamp does not
turn off after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN
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dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp blinking — An
engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the emission control system. To re-
duce or avoid emission control system dam-
age:
* do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72
km/h).
* avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
* avoid steep uphill grades.
* if possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator lamp may stop blinking
and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage tothe emission control system.
Overdrive off indicator light
(Automatic transmission
models only)
This light comes on during driving when the
overdrive switch is pressed to prevent overdrive
operation.
The O/D OFF indicator light comes on for two
seconds each time the ignition key is turned ON.
This shows the light is functioning properly.If the O/D OFF indicator light blinks for ap-
proximately 8 seconds after coming on for 2
seconds, have your NISSAN dealer check the
transmission and repair it if necessary.The automatic transmission is equipped with an
electronic Fail-Safe mode. This system allows
the vehicle to be driven even in the event of
damage to the electrical circuits. If this occurs,
the gears automatically engage and lock into 3rd
gear.
See “Driving the vehicle” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section for failsafe before
visiting your NISSAN dealer.
Slip indicator light (if so
equipped)
This indicator will blink when the VDC system is
operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that
the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is
nearing its traction limits.
Transfer 4LO position indicator
light (
model)
The light should turn off within 1 second after
turning the ignition switch to ON.
This light comes on when the 4WD shift switch
is set in the 4LO position with ignition key in the
ON position.
If the 4WD shift switch is set in the 4LO position
and the light blinks, stop the vehicle, drive slowly
forward and the light will turn on.
When you shift between 4H and 4LO, stop the
vehicle, move the automatic transmission selec-
tor lever to the N position, and press the 4WD
shift switch and move it in 4LO or 4H.
The transfer case may be damaged if you shift
the switch while driving.
You cannot move the transfer 4WD shift switch
between 4H and 4LO unless you have first
stopped the vehicle and moved the automatic
transmission shift lever to neutral. Make sure the
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transfer 4LO position indicator light turns on
when you shift the 4WD shift switch to 4LO.
The indicator light may blink while shifting
from one drive mode to the other.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle dynamic control off
indicator light (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic
control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indi-
cates the vehicle dynamic control system and
traction control system are not operating. When
the vehicle dynamic control off indicator light and
slip indicator light come on with the vehicle
dynamic control system turned on, this light
alerts the driver to the fact that the vehicle
dynamic control system’s fail-safe mode is op-
erating, i.e. the vehicle dynamic control system
may not be functioning properly. Have the sys-
tem checked by your NISSAN dealer. If an
abnormality occurs in the system, the vehicle
dynamic control system function will be can-
celed but the vehicle is still driveable. For addi-
tional information, see “Vehicle dynamic control
system (VDC)” in the “5. Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chimeThe chime will sound when the driver side door
is opened if the key is left in the ignition switch.
Take the ignition key when you leave the vehicle.Light reminder chimeThe chime will sound when the front door is
opened with the headlight switch on unless the
ignition key is in the ignition switch.Brake pad wear warningThe disc brake pads have audible wear warn-
ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it
will make a high pitched scraping sound. Have
the brakes checked as soon as possible if the
warning sound is heard when the vehicle is
moving, whether or not the brake pedal is de-
pressed.Your vehicle may have two types of security
system, as follows:

Vehicle security system

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEMThe vehicle security system provides visual and
audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are
disturbed.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS
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Security indicator lightThis light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function
indicates the security systems equipped on the
vehicle are operational.How to activate the vehicle security
system1. Close all windows.
The system can be activated even if the
windows are open.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.3. Close and lock all doors, hood, back door
and glass hatch. All doors can be locked
either with the keyfob, a key, the door lock
knobor the lock-unlock switch. See “Doors”
in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjust-
ments” section for locking all doors simulta-
neously.
4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light
comes on. The SECURITY light glows for
about 30 seconds and then begins to flash.
The system is now activated. If, during this 30
second time period, the door is unlocked by
the key or keyfob, or the ignition key is turned
to ACC or ON, the system will not activate.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood, back door and back
door glass hatch locked and ignition key
off. Turn the ignition key to ACC to turn the
system off.
Vehicle security system operationThe vehicle security system will give the follow-
ing alarm:

The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.

The alarm automatically turns off after 1
minute, however, the alarm will reactivate if
the vehicle is tampered with again.The alarm is activated by:

Unlocking the door, back door or back door
glass hatch without using the key or keyfob.
(Even if the door is opened by releasing the
door inside lock knob, the alarm is activated.)

Opening the hood. (Even if the hood is
opened by the hood release handle, the alarm
is activated.)

Opening the back door glass hatch.

Connecting the battery connector after it has
been disconnected from the battery for more
than 1 second.
How to stop alarmThe alarm will stop only by unlocking a door, the
back door or the back door glass hatch with the
key or keyfob. The alarm will not stop if the
ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON.
The alarm may be activated when the glass
hatch is opened quickly with a key after the alarm
has been set.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by your
NISSAN dealer.
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NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEMThe Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
key.
If the engine fails to start using the registered
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key (for ex-
ample, when interference is caused by another
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an au-
tomated toll road device or automated payment
device on the key ring), restart the engine using
the following procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position, and wait approximately 10 seconds.
3. Repeat step 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device
(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered Nissan Vehicle
Immobilizer System key.
If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered Nissan Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System key on a separate key
ring to avoid interference from other devices.Statement related to section 15 of FCC
rules for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem
(CONT ASSY - IMMOBILIZER, ANT ASSY -
IMMOBILIZER)
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful in-
terference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-
PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC-
TURE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
Security indicator lightThis light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function
indicates the security systems equipped on the
vehicle are operational.
If the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, this light will remain on while the
ignition key is in the ON position.If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, see your NISSAN
dealer for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem service as soon as possible. Please
bring all Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem keys that you have when visiting your
NISSAN dealer for service.
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The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition key is in the ON position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper.
Intermittent operation speed can be adjusted by
turning the knob.
Pull the lever toward you to operate the washer.
The wiper will also operate several times.
CAUTION
The following could damage the washer
system:

Do not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.

Do not operate the washer if the
reservoir tank is empty.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer so-
lution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to
an accident. Warm the windshield with
the defroster before you wash the wind-
shield.The rear window wiper and washer operates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise to the intermittent, low
speed
position to operate the wiper or
washer.
Turn the switch counterclockwise to the
position to operate the washer. Then the
wiper will also operate several times.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCHREAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
LightingTurn the switch to the AUTO position:
When the ignition key is in the ON position, the
tail light, headlight, instrument light and other
lights turn on automatically, depending on the
brightness of the surroundings. The headlight
will automatically turn off 5 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the OFF position and
the driver’s or front passenger’s door is opened.
The headlight will also automatically turn off 45
seconds after a front door is opened and closed.
When the light switch is turned to the
position, the headlight low or high beam
will turn off.
Turn the switch to the
position:
The side combination, tail, license plate and
instrument lights will come on.
Turn the switch to theposition:
Headlights will come on and all the other lights
remain on.
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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Be sure not to put anything on top of the
photo sensor located on the top right-hand
side of the instrument panel. The photo
sensor controls the autolight; if it is cov-
ered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark
and the headlights will illuminate.Battery saver system
When the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights (including the front
fog light) will automatically turn off 5 minutes
after the ignition switch has been turned to
the OFF position.
When the headlight switch remains in the
or
position after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on when
the headlight switch is turned to the OFF
position and turn to the
or
posi-
tion again.
CAUTION

When you turn on the headlight
switch after the lights automatically
turn off, the lights will not turn off
automatically. Be sure to turn the
light switch to the OFF position when
you leave the vehicle for extended
periods of time, otherwise the battery
will go dead.

Never leave the light switch on when
the engine is not running for ex-
tended periods of time.
Instrument brightness controlThe instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the Auto,
or
position.
Turn the control dial to adjust the brightness of
instrument panel lights.
When the control is turned upward until a click
sound is heard, the light intensity will be at
maximum. When the control is turned downward
until a click sound is heard or felt, the light will be
turned off.
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