2003 NISSAN PATHFINDER ignition

Satellite radio reception capability is not func-
tional, and “NO SAT” will be displayed during
scrolling of modes, unless optional satellite re-
ceiver and antenna were factory installed prior to
purchase (retrofit unavailable), and an XM
or
SIRIUS
TM
satellite radio service subscription is
active.
When RADIO mode select button is pushed
while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON, the
radio will come on at the station/channel last
played.
The last station/channel played will also come on
when the ON/OFF knobis pushed to ON.
If a compact disc or tape is playing when the
RADIO mode select button is turned to ON, the
compact disc or tape will automatically be
turned off and the last radio station/channel
played will come on.
The FM stereo indicator ST will glow during FM
stereo reception. When the stereo broadcast
signal is weak, the radio will automatically
change from stereo to monaural reception.
Satellite radio mode (if equipped with optional
factory installed satellite receiver and antenna
(retrofit unavailable), and with an active XM
or
SIRIUS
TM
satellite radio service subscription):
To select the satellite radio mode SAT1 or
SAT2, push the RADIO mode select button untilSAT1 or SAT2 appears on the display.
TUNE (Tuning):WARNING
The radio should not be tuned while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
Use these buttons for manual tuning. To move
quickly through the channels, hold either of the
TUNE buttons down for more than 0.5 seconds.
SEEK tuning:
For AM and FM radio
Push the SEEK button
or
, to tune
from high to low or low to high frequencies and
stops at the next broadcasting station.
For SATELLITE radio
Push the SEEK button
or
to seek
channels of the next or previous category.
SCANtuning:
Push the SCAN tuning button to tune from low
to high frequencies and stops at each broad-
casting station for 5 seconds. Pushing the but-
ton again during this 5 seconds period will stopSCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to
that station.
If the SCAN tuning button is not pushed within 5
seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the next sta-
tion.
Display mode (RPT⋅DISP) of satellite
radio:

Pushing the “RPT” button will display addi-
tional information (for example: Title, Artist
name) about the satellite radio broadcast.

Pushing the “RPT” button for more than 1.5
seconds will change the display mode as
follows:
Channel number→Channel name→Artist
name→Song title→Channel number
Station memory operations:
Twelve stations/channel can be set for the FM
band (six for FM1, six for FM2) and satellite radio
(six for SAT1, six for SAT2) and 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/channel and keep
pushing any of the desired station/channel
memory buttons (1 to 6) until a beep sound is
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heard. (The radio mutes when the select
button is pushed.)
3. The channel indicator will then come on and
the sound will resume. Memorizing is now
complete.
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 cancelled. In
that case, reset the desired stations.
Automatic preset button:
To select the preset FM, AM, SAT or PTY
station/channel, push the AUTO.P button for
less than 1.5 seconds.
To preset the FM, AM, SAT or PTY
station/channel, push the AUTO.P button for
more than 1.5 seconds.Program type (Category (CAT))
button:
When PTY button is pressed during FM mode,
the PTY name of the current tuned station is
displayed. When the PTY (CAT) button is
pressed during satellite radio mode, the cat-
egory name of the current channel is displayed.
During this time if the PTY data code is zero, or
the data is unreadable; the display will show
NONE.1. PTY (CAT) selection mode
PTY (CAT) name selection can be done by the
up/down TUNE button
or
in the PTY
(CAT) selection mode.
After selecting a PTY (CAT) name, push the
TUNE button
or
within 10 seconds.
Tuning to the PTY (CAT) station will start. If you
do not push the TUNE button within the 10
second period, the PTY (CAT) mode will be
canceled.
It is possible to shift the PTY (CAT) name by one
step, with one push of the up/down tuning
button
or
.
PTY name selection can also be achieved by
pressing the preset buttons.
Initial PTY names are stored in the preset but-
tons; but these can be changed by pressing the
preset buttons for more than 1.5 seconds when
the desired PTY name is in the display.
For FM:
2. PTY SCANtuning mode
Push the SCAN tuning button to tune the PTY
name station, and stop at each broadcasting
station for 5 seconds. Pushing the button again
during this 5 second period will stop SCAN
tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that
station. If the SCAN tuning button is not pushed
within 5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves to the
next station.Cassette tape player operationTurn the ignition key to ACC or ON, and then
lightly insert the cassette tape into the tape door.
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The cassette tape will be automatically pulled
into the player.
The radio or CD will turn off (if it is on) and the
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 knobwith the cassette
tape still in the player, the tape will resume
playing when the system is turned back on.
PLAY:

When the TAPE button is pushed with the
system turned off and a tape loaded, the
system will come on and the tape will play.

When 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.

When the TAPE button is pushed while the
tape is being played, the tape side will be
changed.
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 the display
window. To stop the FF or REW function, press
the
(fast forward) or
(rewind) 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 program
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) but-
ton several times to skip back several 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 intervalwithin one program or there is no interval be-
tween programs, the system may not stop in the
desired or expected location.
SCANtuning:
Push the SCAN tuning button while playing
tape, and it stops at the next tape program for 5
seconds. Pushing the button again during this 5
second period will stop SCAN tuning and the
tape program is continued. If the SCAN tuning
button is not pushed within 5 seconds, SCAN
tuning moves to the next tape program.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) changer
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 be
guided automatically into the slot and start play-
ing.
After loading the disc, the number of tracks on
the disc and the play time will appear on the
display.
If the radio or tape is already operating, it will
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SAT2 if so equipped), CD autochanger and
Tape.Volume control switchesPush the upper or lower side switch to increase
or decrease the volume.
Tuning
Memory change (radio):
Push the tuning switch “
”or“
” for
less than 1.5 seconds to change the radio
frequency/channel.
Seek tuning (radio):
Push the tuning switch “
”or“
” for
more than 1.5 seconds to seek the next or
previous FM/AM radio station or satellite radio
channel.
APS (Automatic Program Search) FF,
APS REW (tape or CD changer):
Push the tuning switch “”or
“
” for less than 1.5 seconds to return to
the beginning of the present program or skip to
the next program. Push several times to skip
back or skip through programs.
This system searches for the blank intervals
between selections. If there is a blank interval
within one program or there is no interval be-tween programs, the system may not stop in the
desired or expected location.
FF REW (tape or CD changer):
Push the tuning switch “
”or“
” for
more than 1.5 seconds to rewind or fast forward
the tape or to change the playing disc up or
down.
To stop the FF or REW function, press the
switch you pushed for more than 1.5 seconds
again.
“ON⋅OFF” switch (if so equipped)With the ignition key turned to the ACC or ON
position, push the “ON⋅OFF” switch to turn the
audio system ON or OFF.
ANTENNA
Manual antennaThe manual antenna on your vehicle remains in
the upper position at all times. The antenna
cannot be shortened, but can be removed.
When you need to remove the antenna, turn the
antenna nut counterclockwise. To install the
antenna rod, turn the antenna nut clockwise.
Tighten the antenna rod to specification using a
suitable tool, such as an open-end wrench. The
antenna rod tightening specification is 3.4 to 3.6
N⋅m (30 to 32 in-lb). Do not use pliers to tighten
the antenna as they can leave marks on the
antenna surface. The antenna rod cannot be
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hand tightened to the proper specification.
CAUTION

Always properly tighten the antenna
rod during installation or the antenna
rod may bend or break during vehicle
operation.

To 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

Before turning the radio on, make
sure that there is no one near the
antenna outlet and there is enough
space for it to extend.
To prevent damage, be sure that
power antenna is fully retracted be-
fore the vehicle enters an automated
car wash.

Dirt 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.
Window antennaThe antenna pattern is printed inside the wind-
shield.
CAUTION

Do not place metalized film near the
windshield or attach any metal parts
to it. This may cause poor reception
or noise.
When cleaning the inside of the
windshield, be careful not to scratch
or damage the window antenna.
Lightly wipe along the antenna with a
dampened soft cloth.
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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
Low tire pressure warning system (if so
equipped) ........................................................................... 5-3
On-pavement and offroad driving precautions ......... 5-4
Avoiding collision and rollover ...................................... 5-5
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .............................. 5-5
Driving safety precautions.............................................. 5-5
Ignition switch ......................................................................... 5-7
Automatic transmission................................................... 5-7
Manual transmission ........................................................ 5-9
Key positions ..................................................................... 5-9
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system............................... 5-9
Before starting the engine ................................................ 5-10
Starting the engine ............................................................. 5-10
Driving the vehicle ............................................................... 5-11
Automatic transmission ................................................ 5-11
Manual transmission ..................................................... 5-15
Parking brake........................................................................ 5-17
Cruise control (if so equipped)........................................ 5-18
Precautions on cruise control .................................... 5-18
Cruise control operations ............................................ 5-18Break-in schedule ............................................................... 5-20
Increasing fuel economy .................................................... 5-20
Using part time four wheel drive (4WD) ....................... 5-21
Transfer case shifting procedures............................. 5-23
Using all-mode four wheel drive (4WD) ....................... 5-25
Transfer case shifting procedures............................. 5-25
Parking/parking on hills...................................................... 5-32
Power steering ..................................................................... 5-33
Brake system ........................................................................ 5-34
Braking precautions ...................................................... 5-34
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .................................... 5-34
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
(if so equipped).................................................................... 5-36
Cold weather driving .......................................................... 5-37
Freeing a frozen door lock .......................................... 5-37
Anti-freeze ....................................................................... 5-37
Battery .............................................................................. 5-37
Draining of coolant water ............................................ 5-37
Tire equipment................................................................ 5-37
Special winter equipment ............................................ 5-38
Driving on snow or ice ................................................. 5-38
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b. You suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering into the passenger
compartment.
c. You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust system.
d. You have had an accident involv-
ing damage to the exhaust system,
underbody, or rear of the vehicle.
THREE WAY CATALYSTThe three way catalyst is an emission control
device, installed in the exhaust system. In the
converter, exhaust gases are burned at high
temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
WARNING

The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys-
tem are very hot. Keep people, ani-
mals or flammable materials away
from the exhaust system compo-
nents.

Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials, such as drygrass, waste paper or rags. They may
ignite and cause a fire.
CAUTION

Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits
from leaded gasoline seriously re-
duce the three way catalyst’s ability
to help reduce exhaust pollutants.

Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-
tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or
electrical systems can cause overrich
fuel flow into the three way catalyst,
causing it to overheat. Do not keep
driving if the engine misfires, or if
noticeable loss of performance or
other unusual operating conditions
are detected. Have the vehicle in-
spected promptly by an authorized
NISSAN dealer.

Avoid driving with an extremely low
fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, damag-
ing the three way catalyst.
Do not race the engine while warm-
ing it up.

Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING
SYSTEM (if so equipped)The low tire pressure warning system monitors
tire pressure of all wheels (except the spare tire).
The low tire pressure warning system will acti-
vate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds
above 20 MPH (32 km/h). Also, this system may
not detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example a flat tire by catching something while
driving).
Frequently check the tire pressure and adjust
pressure of each tire properly.LOW PRESSURE warningIf the vehicle is being driven with a flat tire or low
tire pressure (lower than 25 psi, 171 kPa), the
low tire pressure warning light illuminates and
the chime sounds for about 10 seconds.
For additional information regarding the above
warning, see “Warning/indicator lights and au-
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Slower speeds ensure better vehicle
control.

Do 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.

If 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 control
and/or a roll over accident.

Always 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.
Be sure to check the brakes immedi-
ately after driving in mud or water.
See “Brake system” later in this sec-
tion for wet brakes.

Avoid 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.

Whenever you drive off-road through
sand, mud or water as deep as the
wheel hub, more frequent mainte-
nance may be required. See “Peri-
odic maintenance” in the “Service
and Maintenance Guide”.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONOn automatic transmission models, the ignition
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:
SSD0083
IGNITION SWITCH
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