2004 NISSAN PATHFINDER warning

could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undes-
ired operation of the device.
1. Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Raise the lever at the front of the hood with
your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Insert the assist bar into the slot in the front
edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, reset the assist bar
to its original position, then slowly close the
hood and make sure it locks into place.
WARNING

Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.

If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
SPA1375
HOOD
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WARNING
Do not drive with the back door open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See
“Precautions when starting and driving”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section
for exhaust gas.KEY OPERATION1. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the
back door.Turning the back door key one time coun-
terclockwise will unlock the rear door.
From that position, returning the key to
neutral (where the key can only the re-
moved and inserted.) and turning it coun-
terclockwise again within 5 seconds will
unlock all doors.
2. Pull the opener handle to open the back door.
3. To lock the back door, push it down firmly
and turn the key clockwise.
The power door lock system allows you to
lock or unlock all doors including the back
door simultaneously.

Turning the front door key to the front of
the vehicle will lock all doors.

Turning the front door key one time to
the rear of the vehicle will unlock the
corresponding door. From that position,
returning the key to neutral (where the
key can only be removed and inserted.)
and turning it to the rear again within 5
seconds will unlock all doors.When opening the back door, first open the
spare tire carrier in the sequence shown in the
illustration above. Then insert the stopper into
the hole to secure the carrier in the open posi-
tion.
CAUTION

Be certain that there is adequate
area to allow the carrier to open fully.

Open and close the spare tire carrier
slowly.
SPA1501
SPA0385
BACK DOOR
SPARE TIRE CARRIER (if so
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Before driving, be certain that the
spare tire carrier is firmly closed and
latched.

Failure to do so may injure pedestri-
ans or damage the vehicle.
OPENER OPERATION (if so
equipped)
WARNING
Do not drive with the glass hatch open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases 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.
The glass hatch release handle is located under
the driver’s arm rest.
To open the glass hatch from the inside, pull the
glass hatch opener handle.
The glass hatch will not open while the rear
window wiper is operating. Open the glass
hatch after the rear window wiper returns
to the STOP position. To close the glass
hatch, push the glass hatch down securely.
SPA0386
SPA1242
GLASS HATCH
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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.
SPA0338D
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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
SPA1769
SPA1770
SPA1771
FUEL FILLER LID
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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.
SPA1772
SPA0234
SPA0395
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
PD1006M
SPA1211
MIRRORS
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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.
SAA0444
VENTILATORS
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(Manual)4-2
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