2020 NISSAN PATHFINDER door lock

Manual lif tgate release (if so
equipped)
If the lif tgate cannot be locked or unlocked
with the door lock switch or the Intelligent
Key due to a discharged battery, follow
these steps:1. Remove the cover
Aon the inside of
the lif tgate.
2. Move the lever
Bas illustrated to open
the lif tgate.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer as soon as possible for repair.
Power lif tgate release (if so
equipped)
If the lif tgate cannot be opened with the
instrument panel switch, lif tgate opener
switch or key fob due to a discharged bat-
tery, follow these steps: 1. Remove the cover
Aon the inside of
the lif tgate.
2. Move the lever
Bas illustrated to open
the lif tgate.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer as soon as possible for repair.
LIFTGATE POSITION SETTING (if so
equipped)
The lif tgate can be set to open to a specific
height by performing the following: 1. Open the lif tgate using the request switch or the Intelligent Key.
2. Pull the lif tgate down to the desired position and hold the lif tgate (the lif t-
gate will have some resistance when
being manually adjusted).
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CAUTION
For vehicles with automatic drive posi-
tioner: Failure to reset the tilt and tele-
scoping functions of the steering
wheel, af ter the vehicle’s battery has
been discharged, may prevent the
steering wheel position from being
adjusted.
For vehicles with automatic drive posi-
tioner: Both the tilt and telescopic steering
operation must be reset af ter the vehicle’s
battery has been discharged in order to
prevent the tilt and telescopic operation
from locking in one position. When the bat-
tery has been recharged or replaced, per-
form the following: ∙ For tilt operation, adjust the switch
1
so the steering wheel moves to the
highest position
2that can be
reached.
∙ For telescopic operation, adjust the switch
1so the steering wheel moves
to the most forward and backward po-
sition
3that can be reached.
Performing these operations resets the
range of the steering wheel’s tilt and tele-
scopic function.
Entry/Exit function (if so
equipped)
The automatic drive positioner system (if
so equipped) will make the steering wheel
move up automatically when the driver’s
door is opened and the ignition switch is in
the LOCK position. This lets the driver get
into and out of the seat more easily. The
steering wheel moves back into position
when the driver’s door is closed and the
ignition switch is pushed.
For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic drive positioner” in this section.
1. To block glare from the front, swingdown the main sun visor
1.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the main sun visor from the center
mount and swing the visor to the side
2.
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The entry/exit function can be enabled or
disabled through “Vehicle Settings” in the
vehicle information display by performing
the following:∙ Switch the Exit Seat Slide from on to off.
∙ Switch the Exit Steering UP from on to off.
Restarting the entry/exit function
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
fuse opens, the stored memory positions
will be lost and some of the functions will
be restricted:
1. Drive the vehicle over 25 mph (40 km/h).
OR 2. Open and close the driver’s door more than two times with the ignition switch
in the OFF position.
The entry/exit function should now work
properly.
SETTING MEMORY FUNCTION
The position of the following settings can
be linked to the Intelligent Key and the
memorized settings can be available for
each Intelligent Key. ∙ Climate control system ∙ Navigation system (if so equipped)
∙ Audio system
To use the memory function, set the cli-
mate, navigation and audio systems to the
driver’s preferred settings. Lock the doors
with the Intelligent Key. Each Intelligent Key
may be set with the driver’s individual pref-
erences. When a new Intelligent Key is used,
“Connection with the key has been done”
will be displayed on the screen and the
memorized settings are available.
To engage the memorized settings, per-
form the following:
1. Carry the Intelligent Key that is linked to the memorized settings.
2. Unlock the doors by pushing the driv- er’s door handle request switch or
the
button on the Intelligent Key.
3. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” po- sition. The settings linked to the Intelli-
gent Key will start.
For additional information, refer to “Heater
and air conditioner (automatic)” in the
“Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems” section of this
manual. For additional information on using the
navigation system (if so equipped), refer to
the separate NissanConnect® Owner’s
Manual.
SYSTEM OPERATION
The automatic drive positioner system will
not work or will stop operating under the
following conditions:
∙ When the vehicle speed is above 4 mph (7 km/h).
∙ When any of the memory switches are pushed while the automatic drive posi-
tioner is operating.
∙ When the switch for the driver’s seat and steering column is pushed while
the automatic drive positioner is oper-
ating.
∙ When the seat has already been moved to the memorized position.
∙ When no seat position is stored in the memory switch.
∙ When the shif t lever is moved from P (Park) to any other position.
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The ICC switch.............................. 5-46
ICC system limitations .......................5-52
System temporarily unavailable .............5-55
System maintenance ........................ 5-57
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) ...........5-58
AEB system operation .......................5-59
Turning the AEB system on/off ..............5-61
AEB system limitations ......................5-61
System temporarily unavailable .............5-63
System malfunction ......................... 5-64
System maintenance ........................ 5-64
Break-in schedule .............................. 5-65
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................5-66
Increasing fuel economy .......................5-67
Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4) (if so equipped) ............5-67
I–4x4 system operation ......................5-67
Parking/parking on hills ........................5-71
Power steering ................................. 5-72
Brake system ................................... 5-73Brake precautions
........................... 5-73
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ..............5-73
Brake Assist .................................5-74
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .........5-75
Rise-up and build-up ........................ 5-77
Brake force distribution ......................5-77
Hill descent control system (if so equipped) .....5-78
Hill start assist system .......................... 5-78
Rear Sonar System (RSS) .......................5-79
Cold weather driving ........................... 5-80
Freeing a frozen door lock ...................5-80
Antifreeze ................................... 5-80
Battery...................................... 5-80
Draining of coolant water ....................5-80
Tire equipment .............................. 5-80
Special winter equipment ...................5-81
Driving

on snow or ice ....................... 5-81
Engine block heater (if so equipped) .........5-81

∙ Failure to operate this vehicle cor-rectly could result in loss of control
and/or a rollover accident.
∙ Always use tires of the same type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-
belted, or radial), and tread pattern on
all four wheels. Install tire chains on
the front wheels when driving on slip-
pery roads and drive carefully.
∙ Be sure to check the brakes immedi- ately af ter driving in mud or water. For
additional information, refer to “Brake
system” in this section.
∙ Avoid parking your vehicle on steep hills. If you get out of the vehicle and it
rolls forward, backward or sideways,
you could be injured.
∙ Whenever you drive off-road through sand, mud or water as deep as the
wheel hub, more frequent mainte-
nance may be required. For additional
information, refer to “Severe driving
conditions” in the “Maintenance and
schedules” section of this manual.WARNING
Do not operate the push-button igni-
tion switch while driving the vehicle ex-
cept in an emergency. (The engine will
stop when the ignition switch is pushed
three consecutive times in quick suc-
cession or the ignition switch is pushed
and held for more than 2 seconds.) If the
engine stops while the vehicle is being
driven, this could lead to a crash and
serious injury.
When the ignition switch is pushed without
depressing the brake pedal, the ignition
switch will illuminate.
Push the ignition switch center:∙ Once to change to ACC.
∙ Two times to change to ON.
∙ Three times to return to OFF.
The ignition switch will automatically re-
turn to the LOCK position when any door is
either opened or closed with the switch in
the OFF position.
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PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
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The ignition lock is designed so that the
ignition switch position cannot be
switched to OFF until the shif t lever is
moved to the P (Park) position.
When the ignition switch cannot be pushed
toward the OFF position, proceed as fol-
lows:1. Move the shif t lever to the P (Park) posi- tion.
2. Push the ignition switch. The ignition switch position will change to the ON
position.
3. Push the ignition switch again to the OFF position.
The shif t lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position if the ignition switch is in
the ON position and the brake pedal is
depressed.
If the battery of the vehicle is discharged,
the ignition switch cannot be moved
from the LOCK position.
Some indicators and warnings for opera-
tion are displayed on the vehicle informa-
tion display. For additional information, re-
fer to “Vehicle information display” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this
manual.
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are pres-
ent near the operating location, the Intelli-
gent Key system’s operating range be-
comes narrower and may not function
properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even some- one who does not carry the Intelligent Key,
to push the ignition switch to start the en-
gine.
The operating range of the engine start
function is inside of the vehicle
1.
∙ The luggage area is not included in the operating range, but the Intelligent Key
may function.
∙ If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instrument panel or inside the glove
box, storage bin or door pocket, the In-
telligent Key may not function.
∙ If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door or window outside the vehicle, the
Intelligent Key may function.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
POSITIONS
LOCK (Normal parking position)
The ignition switch can only be locked in
this position.
The ignition switch will be unlocked when it
is pushed to the ACC position while carry-
ing the Intelligent Key.
The ignition switch will lock when any door
is opened or closed with the ignition
switched off.
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∙ Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.
∙ Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield-
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
∙ Check that all windows and lights are clean.
∙ Visually inspect tires for their appear- ance and condition. Also check tires for
proper inflation.
∙ Check that all doors are closed.
∙ Position seat and adjust head restraints/headrests.
∙ Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
∙ Fasten seat belts and ask all passen- gers to do likewise.
∙ Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. For additional information,
refer to “Warning lights, indicator lights
and audible reminders” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this
manual. 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shif t lever to P (Park) or N
(Neutral). P (Park) is recommended.
The starter is designed not to oper-
ate if the shif t lever is in any of the
driving positions.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON po- sition. Depress the brake pedal and
push the ignition switch to start the
engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal with the
ignition switch in any position.
∙ If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weather or when re-
starting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the
floor) and while holding, crank the en-
gine. Release the accelerator pedal
when the engine starts.
∙ If the engine is very hard to start be- cause it is flooded, depress the accel-
erator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Push the ignition switch
to the ON position to start cranking
the engine. Af ter 5 or 6 seconds, stop
cranking by pushing the ignition switch to the LOCK position. Af ter
cranking the engine, release the ac-
celerator pedal. Crank the engine
with your foot off the accelerator
pedal by depressing the brake pedal
and pushing the ignition switch to
start the engine. If the engine starts,
but fails to run, repeat the above pro-
cedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start, push the ignition switch
to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds
before cranking again, otherwise the
starter could be damaged.
4. Warm-up:
Allow the engine to idle for at least
30 seconds af ter starting. Do not race
the engine while warming it up. Drive at
a moderate speed for a short distance
first, especially in cold weather. In cold
weather, keep the engine running for a
minimum of 2 to 3 minutes before
shutting it off. Starting and stopping
the engine over a short period of time
may make the vehicle more difficult to
start.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE
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the tone will sound for only 3 seconds.
Once the system detects an object ap-
proaching, the tone will sound again.
The RSS automatically turns on when the
shif t lever is placed in R (Reverse) and the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
The RSS can be turned off in the vehicle
information display. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle information dis-
play” in the “Instruments and controls” sec-
tion of this manual. To turn the RSS off, the
ignition switch must be placed in the ON
position.
Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear
bumper fascia) free from snow, ice and
large accumulations of dirt (do not clean
the sensors with sharp objects). If the sen-
sors are covered, it will affect the accuracy
of the RSS.FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before in-
serting it into the key hole, or use the
NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C),
check the antifreeze to assure proper win-
ter protection. For additional information,
refer to “Engine cooling system” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the
battery fluid may freeze and damage the
battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery should be checked regularly.
For additional information, refer to “Battery”
in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be lef t outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system, includ-
ing the engine block. Refill before operating
the vehicle. For additional information, refer
to “Changing engine coolant” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance
of these tires will be substantially re-
duced in snowy and icy conditions. If
you operate your vehicle on snowy or
icy roads, NISSAN recommends the use
of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES
on all four wheels. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for the tire
type, size, speed rating and availability
information.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However,
some U.S. states and Canadian prov-
inces prohibit their use. Check local,
state and provincial laws before install-
ing studded tires.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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