2013 NISSAN PATHFINDER warning

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When stopping the engine The Shift to Park warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously. The shift selector is not in the P (Park)
position.Move the shift selector to the P (Park)
position.
When shifting the shift selector to the P
(Park) position The Push ignition to OFF warning appears
in the display. The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door to get out
of the vehicle The Door Open warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door after getting out of
the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately 3 seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The Shift to Park warning appears on the
display and the outside chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC position
and the shift selector is not in the P (Park)
position.Move the shift selector to the P (Park) posi-
tion and place the ignition switch in the
OFF position.
When closing the door with the inside lock
knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for approximately
3 seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the door handle request
switch or the LOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for approximately
2 seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to start
the engine The Intelligent Key battery indicator appears
on the display.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“Battery replacement” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section.)
The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately 3 seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the ignition switch The Intelligent Key system warning light in
the meter illuminates in yellow. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent
Key system.
Contact a NISSAN dealer.
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EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME
The remote start feature can be extended one
time by performing the steps listed in “Remote
starting the vehicle” in this section. Run time will
be calculated as follows:● The first 10 minute run time will start when
the remote start function is performed.
● The second 10 minutes will start immedi-
ately when the remote start function is per-
formed. For example, if the engine has been
running for 5 minutes, and 10 minutes are
added, the engine will run for a total of
15 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a single start
with an extension, are allowed between ignition
cycles.
The ignition switch must be cycled to the ON
position and then back to the OFF position be-
fore the remote start procedure can be used
again.
CANCELING A REMOTE START
To cancel a remote start, perform one of the
following: ● Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and
press and hold
until the parking lights
turn off. ●
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
● Cycle the ignition switch ON and then OFF.
CONDITIONS THE REMOTE START
WILL NOT WORK
The remote start will not operate if any of the
following conditions are present:
● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po-
sition.
● The hood is not securely closed.
● The hazard warning lights are on.
● The I–Key Indicator Light
remains
solid in the vehicle information display.
● The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the
vehicle.
● The ignition switch is pushed without an
Intelligent Key in the vehicle.
● The ignition switch is pushed with an Intelli-
gent Key in the vehicle but the brake pedal is
not depressed.
● Two remote vehicle starts, or a single remote
start with an extension, have already been
used.
● The vehicle is not in P (Park) . ●
The Remote Start function has been
switched to the OFF position in Vehicle Set-
tings of the vehicle information display. For
additional information, see “Vehicle informa-
tion display” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
The remote engine start may display a warning or
indicator in the vehicle information display. For an
explanation of the warning or indicator please see
“Vehicle information display warning and indica-
tors” in the “Instruments and controls” section.
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1Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the driver side instrument panel. The
hood will spring up slightly.
2Push the lever at the front of the hood to the
side as illustrated with your fingertips and
raise the hood.
When closing the hood, lower it slowly and make
sure it locks into place.
WARNING
● Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving. Fail-
ure 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.
WARNING
● Always be sure the liftgate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
● Do not drive with the liftgate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases
to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Ex-
haust gas” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
● Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents.
● Always be sure that hands and feet are
clear of the door frame to avoid injury
while closing the liftgate.
LPD2107
HOOD LIFTGATE
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OPERATING THE POWER LIFTGATE
(if so equipped)
WARNING
●Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc., inside the vehicle be-
fore closing the liftgate.
● Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents. NOTE:
To open, close or reverse the power lift-
gate, the shift selector must be in P (Park) .
Also, the power liftgate will not operate if
battery voltage is low.
Power Open:
The power liftgate automatically moves from the
fully closed position to the fully open position in
approximately5–8seconds. The power open
feature can be activated by the switch on the
keyfob, the instrument panel switch and the lift-
gate request switch. The hazard lights flash and a
chime sounds to indicate the power open se-
quence has been started.
● The liftgate can be opened by the instrument
panel switch, liftgate request switch and the
keyfob even if the vehicle is locked. The
liftgate will individually unlock and open.
Once the liftgate is closed, its lock will align
to the vehicle’s lock or unlock status.
● The keyfob button must be held for 0.5 sec-
ond before the liftgate opens.
● The liftgate must be unlocked to open it with
the liftgate opener switch
A.
A warning chime will sound if the shift selector is
moved out of P (Park) during a power open
operation. Power Close:
The power liftgate automatically moves from the
fully open position to the secondary position.
When the liftgate reaches the secondary posi-
tion, the cinching motor engages and pulls the
liftgate to its primary latch position. Power close
takes approximately7–10seconds. The power
close feature can be activated by the switch on
the keyfob, the instrument panel and the liftgate
opener switch
A. The hazard lights flash and a
chime sounds to indicate the power close se-
quence has been started.
● If the liftgate opener switch
Ais activated
while the cinching motor is engaged, the
cinching motor will disengage and release
the latch.
● The keyfob button must be held for 0.5 sec-
ond before the liftgate closes.
● The switch on the liftgate can only be used
to close the liftgate if the power liftgate main
switch is in the ON position.
Reverse:
The power liftgate will reverse direction immedi-
ately during power open or power close if the
keyfob, instrument panel or liftgate switch is
pushed or if the liftgate opener switch
Ais
pushed. A chime will sound to announce the
reversal.
Liftgate opener switch
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Auto Reverse:
If an obstacle is detected during power open or
power close, a warning chime will sound and the
liftgate will reverse direction and return to the full
open or full close position. If a second obstacle is
detected, the liftgate motion will stop and the
liftgate will enter manual mode.
A pinch strip is mounted on each side of the
liftgate. If an obstacle is detected by a pinch strip
during power close, the liftgate will reverse direc-
tion and return to the full open position.
NOTE:
If the pinch strip is damaged or removed,
the power close function will not operate.
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the liftgate.Manual Mode:
If power operation is not available, the liftgate
may be operated manually. Power operation may
not be available if the power liftgate main switch
is in the ON position, if multiple obstacles have
been detected in a single power cycle, or if
battery voltage is low.
If the power liftgate opener switch
Ais pushed
during power open or close, the power operation
will be canceled and the liftgate can be operated
manually. To open the liftgate manually, press the liftgate
opener switch
Aand lift the liftgate.
To close, lower and push the liftgate down se-
curely.
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POWER LIFTGATE MAIN SWITCH
The power liftgate operation can be turned on or
off by the power liftgate main switch on the
instrument panel.
When the power liftgate main switch is pushed to
the OFF position, the power operation is not
available by the power liftgate switch on the
liftgate and liftgate opener switch.
Power operation is available when in the OFF
position by the instrument panel switch and the
keyfob button.
LIFTGATE RELEASE
WARNING
●Always be sure the liftgate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
● Do not drive with the liftgate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases
to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Ex-
haust gas” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
CAUTION
● If the power liftgate does not stay open
or if the liftgate unexpectedly closes at
any time while a continuous warning
chime sounds, do not operate the lift-
gate. There may be a pressure loss in
one or both of the liftgate gas stays.
Have the liftgate inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.
● Do not activate the power liftgate if one
or both of the liftgate gas stays are
removed. Damage to the liftgate or
power liftgate mechanisms may occur.
Manual liftgate release (if so equipped)
If the liftgate cannot be locked or unlocked with
the door lock switch or the keyfob due to a
discharged battery, follow these steps:
1. Remove the cover
Aon the inside of the
liftgate.
2. Move the lever
Bas illustrated to open the
liftgate.
Contact a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for
repair.
SPA2547
Manual liftgate release
SPA2778
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To lock, close the fuel-filler door securely and
lock the doors.
FUEL-FILLER CAP
WARNING
●Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or seriously
injured if it is misused or mishandled.
Always stop the engine and do not
smoke or allow open flames or sparks
near the vehicle when refueling.
● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.
● Use only an original equipment type
fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has a
built-in safety valve needed for proper
operation of the fuel system and emis-
sion control system. An incorrect cap
can result in a serious malfunction and
possible injury. It could also cause
the
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) to come on.
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body to
attempt to start your vehicle. ●
Do not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable fuel
containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are fill-
ing it.
– Use only approved portable fuel con- tainers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
●Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. For further information see the
“Fuel Recommendation” in the “Techni-
cal and consumer information” section
of this manual. ●
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning will ap-
pear if the fuel-filler cap is not properly
tightened. It may take a few driving trips
for the message to be displayed. Failure
to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly
after the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ap-
pears may cause the
Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
● Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap
properly may cause the
Malfunc-
tion Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
If the
light illuminates because
the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
tighten or install the cap and continue
to drive the vehicle. The
light
should turn off after a few driving trips.
If the
light does not turn off after a
few driving trips, have the vehicle in-
spected by a NISSAN dealer.
● For additional information, see the
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and Controls” section
in this manual.
● If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
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