2008 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4WD

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 21-1/8 gal 17-5/8 gal 80 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91) *1
Engine oil *7
Drain and Refill
With oil filter change VQ40DE 5-3/8 qt 4-1/2 qt 5.1
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark *2
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30 VK56DE 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2
Without oil filter change VQ40DE 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt 4.8
VK56DE 6-1/4 qt 5-1/4 qt 5.9
Cooling system
With reservoir models w/o rear a/c 2-3/4 gal 2-1/4 gal 10.2 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
With reservoir models with rear a/c 3-1/2 gal 3 gal 13.4
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the
instructions in the “Maintenance and do-
it-yourself” section.Genuine Nissan Matic J ATF *3
Power steering fluid (PSF)Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.*4
Brake fluidGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *5 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a) *6
Air conditioning system oil — — — NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent *6
Transfer fluidAll mode 4WD — — — Genuine Nissan Matic D ATF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada
NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid *8
Part time 4WD — — —
Front final drive oil — — — Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5
Viscosity SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil, *9
Rear final drive oil — — — API GL-5 Synthetic 75W–90 Gear Oil or equivalent, *10
Windshield washer fluid (shared between
front and rear wipers)1-1/4 gal 1 gal 4.5 Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze fluid
or equivalent
*1: For further details, see “Fuel recommendation.”
*2: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.”
*3: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine Nissan Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic
transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*4: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) , DEXRON™ VI or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*5: Available in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer.
*6: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label.”
*7: For further details, see “Changing engine oil.”
*8: Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF or equivalent (if available) may also be used.
*9: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0° C (32° F) .
*10: See your NISSAN dealer for service.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheels
16 x 7.0J
17 x 7.5J
18 x 8.0J
Tires
P245/75R16
P265/70R16
P265/75R16
P265/65R17
P265/60R18
Spare tire Full size
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Overall length in (mm) 192.3 (4884)
Overall width in (mm) 72.6 (1843)
Overall height
2WD S/SE with roof
rackin (mm) 72.4 (1838)
2WD LE with roof rack in (mm) 72.5 (1841)
V8 2WD SE/LE with
roof rackin (mm) 72.5 (1841)
4WD S/SE with roof
rackin (mm) 72.8 (1849)
4WD SE-OR with roof
rackin (mm) 73.3 (1861)
4WD LE with roof rack in (mm) 72.9 (1851)
V8 4WD SE/LE with
roof rackin (mm) 72.9 (1851)
Front Track in (mm) 61.8 (1570)
Rear Track in (mm) 61.8 (1570)
Wheelbase in (mm) 112.2 (2850)
Gross vehicle weight rating lb (kg) See the “F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label” on the center
pillar between the driver’s side
front and side doors. Gross axle weight rating
Front lb (kg)
Rear lb (kg)
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cCheck your hitch, trailer tire pressure, ve-
hicle tire pressure, trailer light operation, and
trailer wheel lug nuts every time you attach a
trailer to the vehicle.
cBe certain your rearview mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
cDetermine the overall height of the vehicle
and trailer so the required clearance is
known.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability and braking perfor-
mance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
cLock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or
lock to prevent the coupler from inadvert-
ently becoming unlatched.
cAvoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
cAvoid sharp turns or lane changes.cAlways drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.
cWhen backing up, hold the bottom of the
steering wheel with one hand. Move your
hand in the direction in which you want the
trailer to go. Make small corrections and
back up slowly. If possible, have someone
guide you when you are backing up.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
recommended; however, if you must do so:
CAUTION
If you move the shift selector lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking brake,
transmission damage could occur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill
side of the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. After the wheel blocks are in place, slowly
release the brake pedal until the blocks ab-
sorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transmission into P (Park) .6. Make sure the
indicator light (if so
equipped) indicates the transfer case is in
4H, 4L, or 2H and that the ATP light is off. If
the
indicator light is flashing, or the
ATP light is ON, make sure the transmission
is in P (Park) (AT) and turn the 4WD switch
to 2WD or 4H. See9Automatic transmission
park warning light9in the9Instruments and
controls9section and9Using four wheel
drive9in the9Starting and driving9section.
7. Turn off the engine.
To drive away:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are
clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
cWhen going down a hill, shift into a lower
gear and use the engine braking effect.
When going up a long grade, downshift the
transmission to a lower gear and reduce
speed to reduce chances of engine over-
loading and/or overheating. However, for
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10 Index
4WD warning light...............2-15
A
Active Head Restraint..............1-7
Adjusting pedal position............3-24
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-40
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system).................1-47
Air bag warning labels.............1-55
Air bag warning light...........1-56, 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter............8-19
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation..........4-39
Air conditioner service...........4-47
Air conditioner specification label.....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations..............9-6
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-36, 4-44
Rear seat air conditioner..........4-46
Servicing air conditioner..........4-47
Air flow charts..................4-40
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-22
Anchor point locations.............1-24
Antenna.....................4-87
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-13
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)........5-32Audible reminders................2-21
Audio system..................4-47
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-62
Compact disc (CD) player.....4-56, 4-70
Audio System
CompactFlash (CF) player.........4-72
Audio system
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-54
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) changer................4-59
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) player.................4-67
Audio System
Music Box hard-disk drive audio
system....................4-74
Audio system
Radio....................4-47
Rear audio controls.............4-86
Audio System
Settings................4-59, 4-67
Audio system
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-85
Autolight switch.................2-28
Automatic
Automatic drive positioner.........3-29
Automatic power window switch.....2-49
Automatic transmission position indicator
light.....................2-18
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-12Transmission selector lever lock
release....................5-16
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-26
AUX jack.................4-65, 4-72
B
Battery......................8-15
Charge warning light............2-14
Before starting the engine...........5-11
Belt (See drive belt)..............8-17
Block heater
Engine....................5-37
BluetoothThands-free phone system. . . .4-104
Booster seats..................1-35
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-32
Brake fluid..................8-13
Brake light (See stop light).........8-30
Brake system................5-31
Brake warning light.............2-14
Brake wear indicators........2-21, 8-23
Parking brake operation..........5-17
Self-adjusting brakes............8-23
Brakes......................8-23
Break-in schedule................5-20
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-30
Brightness/contrast button.......4-15, 4-33
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-13
Bulb replacement................8-30
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Tire pressure display...........4-6, 4-21
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . .5-3
Tire rotation maintenance reminder . . .4-6, 4-21
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-24
Towing
2-wheel drive models............6-12
4-wheel drive models............6-13
Flat towing..................9-26
Tow truck towing..............6-11
Towing load/specification.........9-20
Trailer towing................9-17
Transceiver
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.....2-53
Transmission
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-12
Selector lever lock release.........5-16
Travel (See registering your vehicle in another
country)......................9-9
Trip computer...................2-5
Trip odometer...................2-4
Troubleshooting guide
(NISSAN voice recognition system).....4-131
Turn signal switch................2-30
U
Uniform tire quality grading...........9-26
V
Vanity mirror...................3-25
Vehicle dimensions and weights........9-8
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch. . .2-33
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system. . . .5-33Vehicle electronic system........4-13, 4-28
Vehicle identification...............9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number).................9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate. . . .9-9
Vehicle loading information...........9-12
Vehicle recovery.................6-14
Vehicle security system.............2-22
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle
immobilizer system) , engine start. .2-23, 3-3, 5-11
Ventilators....................4-35
Visors......................3-25
Voice recognition system...........4-114
Voltmeter.....................2-8
W
Warning
4WD warning light.............2-15
Air bag warning light.........1-56, 2-17
Anti-lock brake warning light........2-13
Battery charge warning light........2-14
Brake warning light.............2-14
Door open warning light..........2-15
Engine oil pressure warning light.....2-15
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-31
Low fuel warning light...........2-16
Low tire pressure warning light......2-16
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-17
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-49
Seat belt warning light...........2-17
Vehicle security system...........2-22
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-55
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-12Warning lights..................2-12
Washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-25
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-24
Weights (See dimensions and weights). . . .9-8
Wheels and tires................8-33
Wheel/tire size..................9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country..................9-9
Window washer fluid..............8-14
Windows
Locking passengers’ windows.......2-49
Power rear windows............2-49
Power windows...............2-47
Rear power windows............2-49
Windshield wiper and washer switch.....2-24
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-25
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-24
Wiper blades................8-20
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