2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER fuel cap

When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precau-
tions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
●Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap-
ply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle
from moving. Move the shift lever to P
(Park) .
● Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
● If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
● It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle.
● Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle. ●
Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come
on at any time without warning, even if
the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion and the engine is not running. To
avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working
near the fan.
● If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be sure
there is proper ventilation for exhaust
gases to escape.
● Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
sary to work under the vehicle, support
it with safety stands.
●
Keep smoking materials, flame and sparks
away from the fuel tank and battery.
● Because the fuel lines on gasoline en-
gine models are under high pressure
even when the engine is off, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for service of the fuel filter or fuel lines.
CAUTION
●Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
wait until it cools down. ●
Avoid contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle
fluids can damage the environment. Al-
ways conform to local regulations for
disposal of vehicle fluid.
● Never leave the engine or Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) related
component harnesses disconnected
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
● Never connect or disconnect the battery
or any transistorized component while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
This “Do-it-yourself” section gives instructions
regarding only those items which are relatively
easy for an owner to perform.
A Genuine NISSAN service manual is also avail-
able. For additional information, refer to “Owner’s
Manual/Service Manual order information” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
servicing may result in operating difficulties or
excessive emissions, and could affect warranty
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing, it
is recommended that you have it done by a
NISSAN dealer.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
8-2Do-it-yourself

Underbody:The underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances, other-
wise rust may form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and around the exhaust system. At the end
of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accumulate.
For additional information, refer to the “Appear-
ance and care” section of this manual.
Windshield-washer fluid*: Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir. The following descriptions are provided to give
you a better understanding of the scheduled
maintenance items that should be regularly
checked or replaced. The maintenance schedule
indicates at which mileage/time intervals each
item requires service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your vehicle
requires that some items be checked during normal
day-to-day operation. For additional information,
refer to “General maintenance” in this section.
Items marked with
“*”are recommended by
NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. You are
not required to perform maintenance on these
items in order to maintain the warranties which
come with your NISSAN. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.
When applicable, additional information can be
found in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
NOTE:
NISSAN does not advocate the use of non-
OEM approved aftermarket flushing sys-
tems and strongly advises against perform-
ing these services on a NISSAN product.
Many of the aftermarket flushing systems
use non-OEM approved chemicals or sol-
vents, the use of which has not been vali-
dated by NISSAN. For recommended fuel, lubricants, fluids,
grease, and refrigerant, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE:
Drive belts*:
Check engine drive belts for wear,
fraying or cracking and for proper tension. Re-
place any damaged drive belts.
Engine air filter: Replace at specified intervals.
When driving for prolonged periods in dusty con-
ditions, check/replace the filter more frequently.
Engine coolant*: Replace coolant at the speci-
fied interval. When adding or replacing coolant,
be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with the
proper mixture. (For additional information on the
proper mixture for your area, refer to “Engine
cooling system” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant or
the use of non-distilled water may reduce
the recommended service interval of the
coolant.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Maintenance and schedules9-5

Engine oil and oil filter:Replace engine oil
and oil filter at the specified intervals. For recom-
mended oil grade and viscosity refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual.
Engine valve clearance*: Inspect only if valve
noise increase. Adjust valve clearance if neces-
sary.
Evaporative emissions control vapor lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel lines*: Check the fuel hoses, piping and
connections for leaks, looseness, or deteriora-
tion. Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals. In-
stall new plugs of the same type as originally
equipped.
CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:
Brake lines and cables: Visually inspect for
proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks,
deterioration, and signs of leaking. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts immediately. Brake pads, rotors, drums and linings:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts im-
mediately.
Exhaust system:
Visually inspect the exhaust
pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks, de-
terioration, and damage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
In-cabin microfilter: Replace at specified in-
tervals. When driving for prolonged periods in
dusty conditions, replace the filter more fre-
quently.
Propeller shaft(s): Check for damage, loose-
ness, and grease leakage.
Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaft boots: Check for
damage, looseness, and leakage of oil or grease.
Under severe driving conditions, inspect more
frequently.
Tire rotation: Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km) according to the instruc-
tions under “Explanation of general maintenance
items” in this section. When rotating tires, check
for damage and uneven wear. Replace if neces-
sary. Transmission fluid/oil, differential oil:
Visu-
ally inspect for signs of leakage at specified inter-
vals.
If towing a trailer, using a camper or car-top
carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, re-
place the CVT fluid every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or request the dealer to inspect the
fluid deterioration data using a CONSULT. If the
deterioration data is more than 210000, replace
the CVT fluid.
9-6Maintenance and schedules

10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities......10-2
Fuel recommendation .......................... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations .........10-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ............................. 10-7
Specifications .................................... 10-8
Engine ....................................... 10-8
Wheels and tires .............................. 10-9
Dimensions and weights .......................10-9
When traveling or registering in another country .....10-10
Vehicle identification ............................. 10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ........10-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ............................. 10-10
Engine serial number .......................... 10-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-11
Emission control information label ..............10-11
Tire and loading information label ...............10-12
Air conditioner specification label ...............10-12
Installing front license plate .......................10-12Vehicle loading information
.......................10-13
Terms ....................................... 10-13
Vehicle load capacity ......................... 10-14
Securing the load ............................. 10-15
Loading tips ................................. 10-16
Measurement of weights ......................10-16
Towing a trailer .................................. 10-17
Maximum load limits .......................... 10-17
Towing load/specification ......................10-20
Towing safety ................................ 10-21
Flat towing for 4–Wheel drive vehicle
(if so equipped) .............................. 10-28
Flat towing for front wheel drive vehicle
(if so equipped) .............................. 10-28
Uniform tire quality grading .......................10-29
Emission control system warranty .................10-30
Reporting safety defects ......................... 10-30
Readiness for

inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ....10-31
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ......................10-32
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . .10-32

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 74 L19-1/2 gal 16-1/4 gal • For additional information, refer to “Fuel Recommendation” in this
section.
Engine oil*
Drain and refill
* For additional information,
refer to “Engine oil” in the
“Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual. With oil filter
change 4.8 L
5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt
• Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that
matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional information, re-
fer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in this section.
Without oil filter
change 4.5 L
4-3/4 qt 4 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 9.8 L
2-5/8 gal 2-1/8 gal • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or
equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using
fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may
damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as
recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Differential gear oil ———• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super Semi-synthetic API
GL-5, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
• The use of differential gear oil other than the specified may cause
vehicle malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle repairs.
Transfer fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent conventional (non-synthetic) oil
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

roads, it is recommended that you have a
NISSAN dealer correct the condition. Fail-
ure to correct the condition is misuse of the
vehicle, for which NISSAN is not respon-
sible.
Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark
knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may
cause excessive fuel consumption or engine
damage. If any of the above symptoms are en-
countered, have your vehicle checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants
and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recom-
mends the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and ApprovalCommittee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion mark on the front of the container. Oils which
do not have the specified quality label should not
be used as they could cause engine damage.Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not neces-
sary when the proper oil type is used and main-
tenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been
previously used should not be used.
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10-6Technical and consumer information

C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Cargoareastoragebin.............2-56
Cargolight....................2-64
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .10-13
Car phone or CB radio .............4-112
CD care and cleaning .............4-111
CD player (See audio system) .........4-76
Check tire pressure ...............2-28
Child restraints .......1-25,1-26,1-27,1-29
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-29
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-27,1-34,1-40,1-46
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-32
Child restraint with top tether strap .......1-32
Child safety rear door lock ............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-17
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock set/adjustment ..............4-17
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-11
Cold weather driving ...............5-74
Compact disc (CD) player ...........4-76
Compass ......................2-7
Consolebox...................2-52
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-15 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid .......................8-9
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15
Control panel buttons ...............4-5
Backbutton..................4-6
Brightness/contrast button ..........4-6 Clockset...................4-17
Enterbutton..................4-7
Setting button
.................4-6
Controls Audio controls ................4-68
Audio controls (steering wheel) ....4-8,4-69
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-49
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-5
Checking engine coolant level ........8-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Corrosion protection ...............7-7
Cruisecontrol ...........5-38,5-38,5-39
Cupholders...................2-54
D
Daytime Running Light System .........2-38
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-35
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player .......4-85
Dimensionsandweights ............10-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-39
Display controls
(seecontrolpanelbuttons).........4-6,4-9
Door locks .....................3-5
Drive belt .....................8-13
Drive positioner, Automatic ........3-36,3-39
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-74
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-15 Precautions when starting and driving
....5-2
Driving the vehicle ................5-15
Dual panel moonroof ..............2-61
Dual power moonroof ..............2-61
E
Economy-fuel..................5-62
Emergency engine shutoff .........5-12,6-2
Emission control information label ......10-11
Emission control system warranty .......10-30
Engine Before starting the engine ..........
5
-14
Blockheater.................5-75
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Changingengineoil..............8-7
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-5
Checking engine oil level ...........8-6
Engine compartment check locations ....8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine cooling system ............8-4
Engineoil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-6
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-7
Engine serial number ............10-11
Engine specifications ............10-8
Starting the engine .............5-14
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-5
Enter button ....................4-7
Event Data recorders .............10-32
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........9-2
11-2

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . .9-5
Extendedstorageswitch ............2-50
Eyeglass case..................2-53
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-10
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid.......................8-9
Engine coolant .................8-4
Engine oil ...................8-6
Power steering fluid ..............8-9
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
Foglightswitch .................2-40
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) . . .2-12, 5-54
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-56
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-5
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Fuel economy ................5-62
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-29
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Fuel octane rating ..............10-5
Fuel recommendation ............10-4
Loose fuel cap warning ...........2-28 Fuel efficient driving tips
.............5-61
Fuel-filler door ..................3-28
Fuelgauge.....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-18
Fusiblelinks ...................8-19
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver ......2-65,2-66,2-67,2-68,2-68
Gascap .....................3-29
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............9-2
Glovebox.....................2-52
Gloveboxlock..................2-52
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth® ....4-113
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-36
Headlight control switch ............2-36
Headlights ....................8-22
Headphones
(See NISSAN mobile entertainment system). .4-99
Head restraints ..................1-12
Heated rear seats ................2-42
Heated seats ...................2-40 Heated seat switches
..............2-41
Heated steering wheel switch .........2-44
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-49
Heater operation ...............4-50
Hill descent control switch ...........2-45
Hill descent control system ...........5-72
Hill start assist system ..............5-73
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver......2-65,2-66,2-67,2-68,2-68
Hood.......................3-20
Hook Luggage hook ................2-56
Horn .......................2-40
I
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-10
Immobilizer system ............2-31,5-13
Important vehicle information label ......10-11
In-cabin microfilter ................8-15
Increasing fuel economy .............5-62
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).................2-10,2-15
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-34
Instrument brightness control ..........2-39
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-39
Intelligent 4WD .................5-62
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .........5-40
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ..............3-9
Key operation ................3-10
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