2003 NISSAN PATHFINDER warning

KEY OPERATIONTo open the glass hatch, turn the key fully
clockwise and pull the opener handle. To close,
lower and push the glass hatch down securely.
Other key operations
Turning the key clockwise locks all doors
including the back door.

Turning the key counterclockwise unlocks the
back door.

Turning the key counterclockwise again
within 5 seconds unlock all doors.
WARNING
Do not drive with the glass hatch open.
This could allow dangerous exhaustgases to be drawn into the vehicle. See
“Precautions when starting and driving”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section
for exhaust gas.
CAUTION
Do not open the glass hatch unless the
wiper is in the stowed position.
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OPENER OPERATIONTo open the fuel filler lid, push the opener lever
down. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.The fuel filler lid release switch is located on the
floor below the driver’s arm rest.
To open the fuel filler lid, push the opener switch.
To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.
FUEL FILLER CAPThe fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type.
Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks
are heard.
WARNING

Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seri-
ously injured if it is misused or mis-
handled. Always stop the engine and
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Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder while
refueling.
TILT OPERATIONWhile pushing down on the lock lever, adjust the
steering wheel up or down to the desired posi-
tion. Push the lock lever up securely to lock the
steering wheel in place.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident.
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STEERING WHEEL SUN VISORS
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USING THE SUN VISORS1. To block out glare from the front, swing down
the main sun visor.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the main
sun visor from the center mount and swing it
to the side.
3. Then, to block glare from the front too, swing
down the sub-sun visor (if so equipped).
4. To adjust the glare block position, slide the
sub-sun visor to the left.
CAUTION

Do not store the main sun visor be-
fore storing the sub-sun visor.

Do not pull the sub-sun visor forcedly
downwards.
INSIDE MIRRORThe night position will reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
WARNING
Use the night position only when neces-
sary, because it reduces rear view clar-
ity.
OUTSIDE MIRRORSThe outside mirror will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Turn the control knobto the right or left to select
the right or left outside mirror, then adjust.
WARNING
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
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Open or close, and adjust the air flow direction
of ventilators.
: This symbol indicates that the vents are
closed when the vent switch is moved to
the left.: This symbol indicates that the vents are
open when the vent switch is moved to
the right.
WARNING

The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.

Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the support
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should not be left alone either. On
hot, sunny days, temperatures in a
closed vehicle could quickly become
high enough to cause severe or pos-
sibly fatal injuries to people or ani-
mals.

Do not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.

Positioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be
done while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.
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VENTILATORS
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
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Start the engine and operate the controls to
activate the air conditioner.
WARNING

The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.

Do not leave children, impaired
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.

Do not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.

Positioning of the heater and air con-
ditioner controls should not be done
while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling and/or dehumidified heating
(AUTO)This mode may be normally used all year round
as the system automatically works to keep a
constant temperature. Air flow distribution and
fan speed are also controlled automatically.
1. Push the AUTO button on. (AUTO will be
displayed.)
2. Turn the temperature control dial to the right
or left to set the desired temperature.

Adjust the temperature control dial to about
75°F (24°C) for normal operation.

The temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution and fan speed are also con-
trolled automatically.Heating (ECON)The air conditioner does not activate. When you
need to heat only, use this mode.
1. Push the ECON (Economy) button on.
(ECON will be displayed.)
2. Turn the temperature control dial to the right
or left to set the desired temperature.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
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Start the engine and operate the controls to
activate the air conditioner.
WARNING

The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.

Do not leave children, impaired
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.

Do not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.

Positioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be
done while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.
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: Air flow mainly from foot outlets.: Air flow from defroster and foot outlets.
To turn the system offPush the OFF button.OPERATING TIPS
When the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air flow
from the foot outlets may not operate for 0 to
126 seconds. This is not a malfunction. After
the coolant temperature warms up, air flow
from the foot outlets will operate normally.
The sensor on the instrument panel helps main-
tain a constant temperature. Do not put anything
on or around this sensor.The air conditioning system in your NISSAN
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant designed
with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant will not harm the earth’s
ozone layer.
However, special charging equipment and lubri-
cant are required when servicing your NISSAN
air conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or
lubricants will cause severe damage to your air
conditioning system. See “Capacities and rec-
ommended fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Technical
and consumer information” section for air con-
ditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recom-
mendation.
Your NISSAN dealer will be able to service your
environmentally friendly air conditioning system.
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains re-
frigerant under high pressure. To avoid
personal injury, any air conditioner ser-
vice should be done only by an experi-
enced technician with proper equip-
ment.
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