2004 Nissan Pathfinder Owners Manual

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TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of a recall in case of recall.

쎻1 Tire size (example: P215/60R16 94H) 1 P: The “P” indicates the tire is designed for

passenger vehicles.

2. Three-digit number (215): This number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from side- wall edge to sidewall edge. (Not all tires have this information.)

3. Two-digit number (60): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire’s ratio of height to width.

4. R: The “R” stands for radial. 5. Two-digit number (16): This number is the

wheel or rim diameter in inches.

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6. Two- or three-digit number (94): This number is the tire’s load index. It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support. You may not tires because it is not required by law.

find this information on all

7. H: Speed Rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time. The ratings range from 98 miles per hour (MPH) to 186 MPH. (You may not find this informa- tion on all tires because it is not required by law.)

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쎻2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for new tire

(example: DOT XX XX XXX XXXX)

1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Department of Transportation”. The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number. 2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s identification

mark

3. Two-digit code: Tire size 4. Three-digit code: Tire type code (Optional) 5. Four-digit code: Date of Manufacture

6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003.

쎻3 Tire ply composition and material

layers or plies of rubber-

The number of coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.

쎻4 Maximum permissible inflation pressure

This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in the tire. Do not exceed the maximum permissible inflation pressure.

쎻5 Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire.

쎻6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

Indicates that the tire requires an inner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tubeless”).

쎻7 The word “radial”

The word “radial” is shown, radial structure.

쎻8 Manufacturer or Brand name

if the tire has

Manufacturer or Brand name is shown.

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TYPES OF TIRES

CAUTION

쐌 When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (i.e., summer, all season or snow) Your NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type, size, speed rating and availability.

construction.

and

than

rating

쐌 Replacement tires may have a lower speed factory equipped tires, and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.

the

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet.

All season tires NISSAN specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performance for use all 8-36 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

year around, including snowy and icy road con- ditions. All season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction than all season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas. Summer tires NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer tire performance in snow and ice will be substantially reduced. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M&S on the tire sidewall. If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires. it can adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Generally, snow tires will have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. If you install snow tires on four wheel drive

If you do not,

models, they must also be the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern on all four wheels.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of SNOW or ALL SEASON tire on all four wheels. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some provinces and states prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains is prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only SAE class S chains. Class “S” chains are used on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are designed to meet the SAE standard minimum clearances between the tire and the closest vehicle suspension or body component required to accommodate the use of a winter traction device (tire chains or cables). The minimum clearances are determined using the factory

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equipped tire size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when recom- mended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibility of whipping action damage to the fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and perfor- mance may be adversely affected. Never install tire chains on TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tires. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Tire chains must be installed only on the rear wheels and not on the front wheels. Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads which are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such conditions can cause damage to the vari- ous mechanisms of the vehicle due to some overstress. When driving on clear paved roads, be sure to change to 2WD.

The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to speci- fication at all is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to specification at each tire rotation interval.

times.

It

WARNING

쐌 After rotating the tires, adjust the tire

pressure.

쐌 Retighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle has been driven for 600 miles (1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.).

쐌 Do not include small size spare tire in

the tire rotation.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet.

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CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends that tires be rotated every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). However, the timing for tire rotation may vary according to your driving habits and road surface conditions. See “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency” section for tire replacing procedures.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

98 ft-lb (133 N⋅m)

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indicator is visible, the tire should be replaced.

WARNING

쐌 Improper service for a TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire may result in serious personal injury. If it is neces- sary to repair the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare your NISSAN dealer.

contact

tire,

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet.

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Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. See “Specifications” in the “9. Tech- nical and consumer information” section for tires and wheels.

Tire wear and damage

WARNING

쐌 Tires should be periodically

in- spected for wear, cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If exces- sive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found, the tire should be replaced.

쐌 The original tires have a built-in tread indicator. When the wear

wear

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쐌 The use of tires other than those recommended or the mixed use of tires of different brands, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride, braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height. Some of these effects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal injury.

쐌 If the wheels are changed for any reason, always replace with wheels which have the same offset dimen- sion. Wheels of a different offset could cause early tire wear, possibly degraded vehicle handling character- istics and/or interference with the brake discs. Such interference can lead to decreased braking efficiency and/or early brake pad wear.

쐌 When a spare tire is mounted or a

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wheel is replaced, the low tire pres- sure warning system will not func- tion. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. (For models with the low tire pressure warning system)

쐌 Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warn- ing.

쐌 The use of a retread tire is not rec-

ommended.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet.

Four wheel drive models

CAUTION

Always use tires of the same size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), and tread pattern on all four wheels. Failure to do so may result in a circumference difference between tires on the front and rear axles which will cause excessive tire wear and may dam- age the transmission, transfer case and differential gears.

If excessive tire wear is found, it is recommended that all four tires be replaced with tires of the same size, brand, construction and tread pat- tern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment should also be checked and corrected as nec- essary. Contact your NISSAN dealer. Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as required. Wheel balance service should be performed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing

the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechani- cal damage. 쐌 For additional information regarding tires, re- fer to “Important Tire Safety Information” in the Warranty Information Booklet (US) or “Tire Safety Information” in the Warranty In- formation Booklet (Canada).

Care of wheels 쐌 Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle

to maintain their appearance.

쐌 Clean the inner side of the wheels when the is changed or the underside of the

wheel vehicle is washed.

쐌 Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing

the wheels.

쐌 Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. This may cause loss of pressure or damage the tire bead.

쐌 NISSAN recommends that the road wheels be waxed to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter.

TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire (if so equipped) U.S. only. Canadian vehicles are equipped with a full size spare tire.

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Observe the following precautions if the TEM- PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident.

WARNING

쐌 The TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should be used only for emer- gency. It should be replaced by the standard tire at the first opportunity. 쐌 Drive carefully while the TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire is in- stalled.

Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving.

쐌 Periodically check the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire inflation pres- sure, and always keep it at 60 psi (420
kPa, 4.2 bar).

쐌 Always keep the pressure of the full size spare tire (if so equipped) at the recommended pressure for standard tires, as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. For The

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Tire and Loading Information label location, see “Vehicle identification” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section.

쐌 Do not drive your vehicle at speeds

faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

쐌 When driving on roads covered with snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should be used on the front axle and original tire used on the rear axle (drive wheels). Use tire chains only on the rear (original) tires.

쐌 Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the original tire. Replace the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire as soon as the tread wear indica- tors appear.

쐌 Do not use the TEMPORARY USE

ONLY spare tire on other vehicles.

쐌 Do not use more than one TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire at the same time.

쐌 Do not tow a trailer while the TEM- PORARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly on the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire and may cause damage to the ve- hicle.

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the

TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is smaller than the original tire, ground clearance is re- duced. To avoid damage to the ve- hicle do not drive over obstacles. Also do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash since it may get caught.

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9 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants................ 9-2
Fuel recommendation...................................................... 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation.................... 9-6
Recommended SAE oil viscosity number.................. 9-7
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations............................................................. 9-7
Specifications.......................................................................... 9-9
Engine ................................................................................. 9-9
Wheels and tires ................................................................. 9-11
Dimensions and weights.............................................. 9-11

When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country.................................................................................... 9-12
Vehicle identification........................................................... 9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ................ 9-12
Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) ............................................................................ 9-12
Engine serial number.................................................... 9-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label....................................... 9-13
Emission control information label ............................ 9-13
Tire and Loading Information label............................ 9-14
Air conditioner specification label ............................. 9-14

Vehicle loading information............................................... 9-14
Terms................................................................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity.................................................... 9-15
Securing the load .......................................................... 9-16
Loading tips .................................................................... 9-17
Vehicle load capacity.................................................... 9-17
Measurement of weights ............................................. 9-17
Towing a trailer .................................................................... 9-18
Maximum load limits...................................................... 9-18
Towing load/specification chart................................. 9-20
Towing safety.................................................................. 9-20
Flat towing....................................................................... 9-22
Uniform tire quality grading......................................... 9-23
Emission control system warranty................................... 9-24
Reporting safety defects (US only) ................................ 9-24
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only)................................................................................ 9-25
Event data recorders ......................................................... 9-26
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information ... 9-27
In the event of a collision ............................................ 9-27

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CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS

The following values are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different from them. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

US

measure

20-7/8 gal

5-1/4 qt

5-1/8 qt

Capacity (Approximate)

Imp

measure

17-3/8 gal

4-3/8 qt

4-1/4 qt

Fuel

Engine oil*4
Drain and refill

with oil filter change

without oil filter change

Cooling system (with heater and reservoir tank) *1: See later in this section for fuel recommendation. *2: See later in this section for recommended SAE viscosity number. *3: See later in this section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation. *4: See “Changing engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for further details.

9-3/4 qt

8-1/8 qt

Liter

79

Recommended specifications

Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (RON 96) (VQ35DE)*1

5.0

4.8

9.2

쐌 API Certification Mark*2 *3
쐌 API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I &

II or API grade SJ, SL, Energy Conserv- ing*2 *3

쐌 ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III*2 *3

Genuine Nissan Long Life Anti-Freeze Coolant or equivalent

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Capacity (Approximate)

US

measure

Imp

measure

Liter

Manual transmission Differential gear oil (exc. LSD)

Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil

— —

—

— —

—

— —

—

Automatic transmission fluid

Power steering fluid (PSF)

All-mode 4WD transfer fluid

Transfer fluid

Brake and clutch fluid

Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

Propeller shaft grease Multi-purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant Air conditioning system lubricants

— — — —

— — — —

— — — —

Recommended specifications

API GL-4 Viscosity SAE 75W-85
API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90*1
Only LSD gear oil: API GL-5 and SAE 80W-90*1 approved for Nissan LSD*2
Nissan Matic “D” (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid.*6
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*5
Nissan Matic “D” (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid.*6
Nissan Matic “D” (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid.*6 or API GL-4 Viscosity SAE 75W-90
Genuine Nissan Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT 3 (U.S. F.M.V.S.S. No. 116) NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base) NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base) HFC-134a (R-134a)*4
Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent*4

*1: For hot areas, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F). *2: Contact your NISSAN dealer for a list of approved oils. *3: Available in mainland U.S. through your NISSAN dealer. *4: See “Vehicle identification” later in this section for air conditioner specification label. *5: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRONTMIII/MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used. *6: DexronTMIII/MerconTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental U.S. and Alaska contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for more information regarding

suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTMIII/MERCONTM Automatic Transmission Fluid.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION VQ35DE engine:

Use unleaded regular gasoline with an oc- tane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 91). For performance, NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI number (Research octane number 96).

improved

vehicle

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission con- trol devices and systems, and could also affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used since this will damage the three way catalyst.

Reformulated gasoline Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu- lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN 9-4 Technical and consumer information

supports efforts towards cleaner air and suggest that you use reformulated gasoline when avail- able. Gasoline containing oxygenates Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and metha- nol with or without advertising their presence. Nissan does not recommend the use of fuels of which the oxygenate content and the fuel com- patibility for your Nissan cannot be readily deter- mined. If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take the following precautions as the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle performance problems and/or fuel system damage. 쐌 The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that recommended for unleaded gasoline.

쐌 If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a methanol blend, is used, it should con- tain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.)

쐌 If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (me- thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should also contain a suitable amount of ap- propriate cosolvents and corrosion in-

hibitors. If not properly formulated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or ve- hicle performance problems. At this time, sufficient data is not available to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in Nissan vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems such as engine stalling and hard hot starting are experi- enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme- diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. Take care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage. Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any fuel additives (i.e.: fuel injector cleaner, octane removers, etc.) booster, which are sold commercially. Many of these additives intended for gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients that can be harmful to the fuel sys- tem and engine. Octane rating tips In most parts of North America, you should use

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NISSAN dealer or other competent service fa- cility. However, now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern, because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time.

(Anti-Knock

unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI Index) number (VQ35DE engine). However, you may use un- leaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 85 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number in these high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219 m)] such as: Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, Wyo- ming, northeastern Nevada, southern Idaho, western South Dakota, western Nebraska, and that part of Texas which is directly south of New Mexico. Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than stated above can cause persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se- vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you detect a persistent heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of the stated octane rating, or if you hear steady spark knock while holding a steady speed on level roads, have your dealer correct the condi- tion. Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not responsible.

Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking, after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause excessive fuel consumption or damage to the engine. If any of the above symptoms are en- countered, have your vehicle checked at a

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oils must however, meet the API quality and SAE viscosity ratings specified for your vehicle. Oil additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used and maintenance intervals are followed. Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used. Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is important that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change. The chart recommended SAE viscosity number shows the recommended oil viscosities for the expected ambient temperatures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recommended could cause seri- ous engine damage. Selecting the correct oil filter Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality genuine Nissan oil filter. When replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in change intervals.

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct quality, and viscosity oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. Nissan recommends the use of a low friction oil (energy conserving oil) in order to improve fuel economy and conserve energy. Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage. Only those engine oils with the American Petro- leum Institute (API) CERTIFICATION MARK on 9-6 Technical and consumer information

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the front of the container should be used. This type of oil supersedes the existing API SG, SH, or SJ and Energy Conserving I & II categories.

If you cannot find engine oil with the API CER- TIFICATION MARK, use an API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ, Energy Conserving oil. An oil with a single designation SG or SH, or in combination with other catego- ries (for example, SG/CC or SG/CD) may also be used if one with the API CERTIFICATION MARK cannot be found. An ILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II oil can also be used. NISSAN does not recommend synthetic type oils but recommends mineral based oils. These

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RECOMMENDED SAE OIL VISCOSITY NUMBER

Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals longer than recommended could reduce engine life. Damage to engines caused by improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the new Nissan vehicle warranties. Your engine was filled with a high quality engine oil when it was built. You do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more fre- quent oil and filter changes. — repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures,

— driving in dusty conditions, — extensive idling, — towing a trailer.

temperatures. SAE

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient 10W-30, 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0°F (−18°C). AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioning system in this NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger- ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant, Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe damage to the air conditioning system and will re- quire the replacement of all air condi- tioning system components.

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The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental regulations require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air condition- Technical and consumer information 9-7

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ing system service. Your NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant. Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioning system.

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Model

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Type Cylinder arrangement Bore × Stroke Displacement Firing order Idle speed Ignition timing (BTDC) CO percentage at idle speed Spark plug

Spark plug gap Camshaft operation Alternator belt size Width × Length

in (mm) cu in (cm3)

rpm degree/rpm [No air] %

in (mm)

in (mm)

VQ35DE

Gasoline, 4-cycle 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60° 3.760 × 3.205 (95.5 × 81.4) 213.45 (3,498) 1-2-3-4-5-6

See the “Emission control label” on the underside of the hood.

PL FR5A-11 (Standard) PL FR4A-11 (Service option) PL FR6A-11 (Service option) 0.043 (1.1) Timing chain

0.8409 × 46.26 (21.36 × 1,175)

*1: Periodic maintenance is necessary. See “Periodic maintenance” in the “Service and Maintenance Guide” for maintenance intervals.

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TI0001-A

The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula- tions.

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WHEELS AND TIRES

Grade

Road wheel & offset in (mm)

Tire size & pressure (cold)

Spare tire size & pressure (cold)

XE

16x7JJ Aluminum/ 1.97 (50)

P245/70R16 106S 30 psi (210 kPa)

P245/70R16 106S 30 psi (210 kPa)

P215/80R16 103M*2
30 psi (210 kPa)

SE WIDE

16x7JJ Aluminum/ 0.79 (20)*1

P255/65R16 106S*1
30 psi (210 kPa)

P255/65R16 106S*1
30 psi (210 kPa)

P215/80R16 103M*2
30 psi (210 kPa)

LE WIDE

17x8JJ Aluminum/ 0.79 (20)

P245/65R17 105S 30 psi (210 kPa)

P245/65R17 105S 30 psi (210 kPa)

P215/80R16 103M*2
30 psi (210 kPa)

*1: Option for XE *2: If so equipped (for US)

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

PATHFINDER Overall length*1
Overall width

Overall height

Front tread

Rear tread

Wheelbase Gross vehicle weight rating Gross axle weight rating

Front Rear

in (mm) in (mm)

in (mm)

in (mm)

in (mm)

in (mm) lb (kg)

lb (kg) lb (kg)

182.7 (4,640) 69.7 (1,770) 71.7 (1,820)*2
68.1 (1,730) 67.9 (1,725)*2
58.3 (1,480) 60.6 (1,540)*2
58.5 (1,485) 60.8 (1,545)*2
106.3 (2,700) See the “F.M.V.S.S. certification label” on the driver’s side lock pillar.

*1: On spare tire carrier equipped models, the spare tire carrier adds 9.45 in (240

mm) to the overall length. *2: SE and LE wide models

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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to travel in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle’s engine. Using fuel with too low an octane rating may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles can be operated with unleaded gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking your ve- hicle to areas where appropriate fuel is not available. When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country, state, province or district, it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local laws and regulations. The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emis- sion control and safety standards vary according to the country, state, province or district; there- fore, vehicle specifications may differ. When any vehicle is to be taken into an- other country, state, province or district and registered, its modifications, transpor- tation and registration are the responsibil- ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsible for any inconvenience that may result.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

STI0095

STI0227

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is at- tached as shown. This number is the identifica- tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (Chassis number)

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STI0230

STI0096

STI0228

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown.

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (F.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle in- formation, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of manufacture, Ve- hicle Identification Number, (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control tached as shown.

information label

is at-

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STI0370A

STI0229

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label tached as shown.

is at-

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

WARNING

쐌 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously in- jured or killed.

쐌 Do not allow people to ride in any is not area of your vehicle that equipped with seats and seat belts. 쐌 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

TERMS It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before loading your vehicle: 쐌 Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle) - vehicle weight including: standard and op- tional equipment, fluids, emergency tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight does not include passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo.

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쐌 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - maximum total combined weight of the un- loaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is located on the F.M.V.S.S⋅ label.

쐌 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi- mum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle. This information is located on the F.M.V.S.S. label.

쐌 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight rating) - The maximum total weight rating of the ve- hicle, passengers, cargo, and trailer.

쐌 Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit, Total load capacity - maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the vehicle. This is the maximum com- bined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of occupants from the load limit.

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle shown as “The combined weight of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Loading Information label. To get “the combined weight of occupants and cargo”, add the weight of all occupants, then add the total luggage weight to the value. Ex- amples are shown in the illustration.

STI0365

Steps for determining correct load limit (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.

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if

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. [1,400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.] (5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. For safety, that weight must not exceed the avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity calcu- lated in Step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

this manual

SPA0408A

SPA0365

SECURING THE LOAD There are tie down hooks located in the cargo area. The tie down hooks can be used to secure cargo with ropes or other types of straps. Do not apply a total load of more than 22
lbs. (10 kg) to a single hook when securing cargo.

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LOADING TIPS 쐌 The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the FMVSS Certifi- cation Label located on the driver’s door center pillar.

쐌 Do not load the front and rear axle to the

GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

쐌 Loads should be spread out, and cargo should be properly secured. Large or heavy objects should be placed toward the front of the cargo area to help prevent sliding or shifting.

WARNING

쐌 Properly secure all cargo to help pre- vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per- sonal injury.

쐌 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles.

This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury.

쐌 Overloading not only could shorten the life of your vehicle and the tires, but also could lead to hazardous ve- hicle handling and long braking dis- tance. This may cause a premature tire malfunction, which could result in a serious accident and personal in- jury. Malfunctions caused by over- loading are not covered by your NISSAN warranty.

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY The vehicle load capacity is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc.) and cargo that your vehicle is designed to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See “Vehicle loading information” earlier in this section for details.

Also check tires for proper inflation pressures.

Vehicle Load Weight Capacity Unit: lb (kg)

VQ35DE

2WD

4WD

Automatic and Manual Trans-

Automatic and Manual Trans-

mission

mission

XE, SE, LE

US

Canada

980 (445)

—

970 (440) 945 (430)

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive to a scale and weight the front and the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are given on the vehicle certification label that is located on the driver’s door lock pillar. If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.

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TOWING A TRAILER

CAUTION

Overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Failures caused by overloading are not covered by your warranty.

the

specified in

following Towing value Load/Specification Chart. The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. Towing loads greater than those specified or using improper towing equipment could ad- versely affect vehicle handling, braking and per- formance. The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not only related to the maximum trailer loads, but also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights appropriate for level highway driving may have to be reduced on very steep grades or in low traction situations (for example, on slip- pery boat ramps).

CA0009

Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re- member that towing a trailer will place additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steer- ing, braking and other systems. A Nissan Trailer Towing Guide (US only) is available from an authorized NISSAN dealer. This guide includes information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required for proper towing. MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed the

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WARNING

Vehicle damage resulting from im- proper towing procedures is not cov- ered by NISSAN warranties. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only) contain- ing information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required may be obtained from an authorized NISSAN dealer.

Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11% of the total trailer load within the maximum tongue load following limits Towing Load/Specifications Chart. If the tongue load becomes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load.

shown

the

in

CA0036

Maximum gross vehicle weight/ maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross vehicle weight equals the com- bined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passen- gers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. In addition, front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Unit: lb (kg)

MODEL

PATHFINDER VQ35DE (6-Cyl.)

WEIGHT

MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT*1
MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT*2

M/T

3,500 (1,588)

350 (159)

8,000 (3,628)

A/T

5,000 (2,268)

500 (227)

9,500 (4,308)

TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. A genuine NISSAN trailer hitch is avail- able from your NISSAN dealer (US only). Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks.

Sway Control Device (SCD)

CAUTION

*1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of

a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg).

*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN. See a professional trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control device for your trailer.

쐌 Do not use axle-mounted hitches. 쐌 Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a trailer hitch.

쐌 After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the pas- senger compartment.

쐌 Regularly check all hitch mounting

bolts are securely mounted.

쐌 To reduce the possibility of addi- tional damage if your vehicle is

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struck from the rear, where practical, remove the hitch and/or receiver when not in use.

쐌 Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

Tire pressures 쐌 When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indi- cated on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Trailer tire condition, size,

load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accor- dance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’ specifications. Safety chains Always use a suitable chains between your vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chains to permit turning corners. Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or local regulations.

When wiring vehicle for towing connection, connect stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit. Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips 쐌 Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has a non-standard nose-up or nose-down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes of either condition.

쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shifts while driving.

쐌 Be certain your rearview mirrors conform to all federal, state or local regulations. If not,

install any mirrors required for towing before driving the vehicle. 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. 쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shift while driving.

쐌 Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. 쐌 Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. 쐌 Always drive your vehicle at a moderate

speed.

쐌 Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, and if your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission, first block the wheels and apply the parking brake, and then move the trans- mission selector lever into the P position. If you move the selector lever to the P position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, transmission damage could occur.

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쐌 When 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 overload- ing and/or overheating.

However, for long steep grades, do not stay in 1st or 2nd gear when driving above 35 MPH (56
km/h). 쐌 If the engine coolant rises to an extremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn off the air conditioner. Coolant heat can be additionally vented by opening the windows, switching the fan con- trol to high and setting the temperature con- trol to the HOT position.

쐌 Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal

circumstances.

쐌 Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles

(805 km).

쐌 Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recommended Main- tenance Schedule in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance fluid”.

쐌 When making a turn, your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels. To compensate for this, make 9-22 Technical and consumer information

a larger than normal turning radius during the turn.

쐌 Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus- ing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect ve- hicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and immediately (but gradually) reduce ve- hicle speed. This combination will help stabi- lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

쐌 Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably more distance than normal passing. Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

쐌 To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use sixth gear (manual transmission) or fifth posi- tion (automatic transmission).

쐌 Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced braking ef- ficiency.

When towing a trailer, the transmission oil/fluid should be changed more fre-

information, see quently. For additional the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section earlier in this manual. FLAT TOWING Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is sometimes called flat towing. This method is sometimes used when towing a ve- hicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor home.

CAUTION

쐌 Failure to follow these guidelines in severe transmission

can result damage.

쐌 Whenever flat towing your vehicle, always tow forward, never backward. 쐌 DO NOT tow any automatic transmis- sion vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (flat towing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmission parts due to lack of transmission lu- brication.

쐌 For emergency towing procedures re- to “Towing Recommended by

fer

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NISSAN” in the “6. In case of emer- gency” section of this manual.

Automatic transmission To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle’s drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturer’s recommendations when using their product. Manual transmission All mode 4WD (four wheel drive) models:

Never tow All mode 4WD models with any of the wheels on the ground. Part time four wheel drive models: 쐌 Move the transfer case shift lever to the 2H

position.

쐌 Move the transmission shift lever to the N

(Neutral) position.

Two wheel drive models:

Move the transmission shift lever to the N (Neu- tral) position. 쐌 Always tow with the manual transmission in

Neutral.

쐌 After towing 500 miles, start and idle the engine with the transmission in Neutral for two minutes. Failure to idle the engine after every 500 miles of towing may cause damage to the transmission’s internal parts. 쐌 Always release the parking brake. UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING DOT (Department of Transportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tire must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions test courses. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. How- ever, relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions, and may vary significantly due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and cli- mate.

government

specified

on

Traction AA, A, B and C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea- sured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con- crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your ve- hicle tires is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not in- clude acceleration, cornering, hydro- planing, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A, B and C Temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C. They represent a tire’s resistance to heat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause tire material to degener- ate, reducing tire life. Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corre- sponds to a performance level which all passen- ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Technical and consumer information 9-23

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Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum re- quired by law.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN is covered by the following emis- sion warranties. For US: 쐌 Emission Defects Warranty 쐌 Emissions Performance Warranty For CANADA: Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty Infor- mation Booklet which comes with your NISSAN. If you did not receive a Warranty Information Booklet or it becomes lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: 쐌 Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena. CA 90248-0191

쐌 Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mis-

sissauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the Na- tional Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- fying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236. You may also write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contact- ing our Consumer Affairs Depart-

about motor

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ment, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261). In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

READINESS FOR INSPECTION/ MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only) Due to legal requirements in some states/ areas, your vehicle may be required to be in what is an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis- sion control system.

condition

called

ready

the

for

The vehicle is set to the ready condition when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usu- ally, the ready condition can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repaired or the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be reset to a not ready condition. Before taking the I/M test, drive the vehicle through the following pattern to set the vehicle to the ready condition. If you cannot or do not want to perform the driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic conditions, and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points between the C and H (normal operat- ing temperature).

2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h), then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6
seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 5
minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine running. 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)

and maintain the speed for 20 seconds. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 3 times. 7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for at least 3 minutes. 8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission gear

shift lever in the “P” or “N” position.

9. Turn the engine off. 10.Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more

time.

If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac- ceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine until step 7 is completed.

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EVENT DATA RECORDERS

Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of com- puters that monitor and control a number of systems to optimize performance and help ser- vice technicians with diagnosis and repair. De- pending on the equipment on your vehicle, some of the computers monitor emission control sys- tems, braking systems and air bag systems, just to name a few. Some data about vehicle opera- tion may be stored in the computers for use during servicing. Other data may be stored if a crash event occurs. For example, air bag readi- ness, air bag performance, and seat belt use by the driver or passenger may be recorded, de- pending on vehicle equipment. These types of systems are sometimes called Event Data Re- corders. Special equipment can be used to access the electronic data that may be stored in the vehi- cle’s computers (sounds are not recorded). NISSAN and NISSAN dealers have equipment to access some of this data; others may also have this equipment. The data may be retrieved during routine vehicle servicing or for special research. It might also be accessed with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee, in re- sponse to a request by law enforcement, or as otherwise required or permitted by law.

Dynamometer testing for Inspection/ Maintenance (I/M) test (US only) Due to legal requirements in some states/areas, your vehicle may be tested for emissions on a dynamometer. The transfer control lever (if so equipped) MUST be in the 2H position for I/M testing on a two wheel dynamometer.

WARNING

쐌 If the transfer control lever is not in the 2H position during the dynamom- eter I/M testing, the vehicle could come off the dynamometer and cause serious personal injury and/or body damage to the vehicle.

쐌 Serious damage will occur to the 4WD system if the transfer control lever is not in the 2H position.

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OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals for the 2002
model year and prior, see an authorized NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at autho- rized NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, and genu- ine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models.

In the USA: For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 model year and later, contact:

Tweddle Litho Company 1-800-639-8841
www.nissan-techinfo.com

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model year and prior, see an authorized NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

and

In Canada: To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual please con- tact your nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the NISSAN Satisfaction Center at 1-800-387-0122
bilingual NISSAN representative will assist you. Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models. IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this unlikely event, there is some important information you should know. Many insurance companies rou- tinely authorize the use of non-genuine collision parts in order to cut costs, among other reasons.

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Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair your vehicle. And some states and provinces have enacted laws that restrict insurance com- panies from authorizing the use of non-genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty. These laws help protect you, so you can take action to protect yourself. It’s your right! If you should need further information visit us at: www.nissanusa.com.

Insist on the use of Genuine Nissan Collision Parts! If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to NISSAN’s original exacting speci- fications — if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value, the solution is simple. Tell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine Nissan Collision Parts. NISSAN does not warrant non-Nissan parts, nor does NISSAN’s warranty apply to damage caused by a non-genuine part. Using Genuine Nissan Parts can help protect your personal safety, preserve your warranty protection and maintain the resale value of your vehicle. And if your vehicle was leased, using Genuine Nissan Parts may prevent or limit un- necessary excess wear and tear expenses at the end of your lease. NISSAN designs its hoods with crumple zones to minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the windshield of your vehicle in an accident. Non-genuine (imitation) parts may not provide such built in safeguards. Also, non-genuine parts often show premature wear, rust and cor- rosion.

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MEMO

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MEMO

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10 Index

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-34
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-21
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-21, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-20
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation..................................... 4-2
Air conditioner service ............................. 4-2, 4-12
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ...................................... 4-12, 9-7
Heater and air conditioner controls.................. 4-2
Servicing air conditioner...................................... 4-2
Air flow charts............................................................... 4-5
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
Anchor point locations, Top tether strap ............ 1-43
Antenna........................................................................ 4-29
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-34
Anti-lock brake warning light .................................... 2-9
Appearance care

Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-3
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray)........ 2-29
ATP warning light...................................................... 2-10
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-14
Audio system.............................................................. 4-13

Steering wheel audio controls ........................ 4-28
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-26
Automatic

Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-14
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-17
Driving with automatic transmission ..... 5-7, 5-11
Seat positioner, seat.......................................... 3-17
Transmission park warning light ..................... 2-10
Transmission selector lever lock release...... 5-14
Avoiding collision and rollover.................................. 5-5

Back door.................................................................... 3-10
Battery.......................................................................... 8-18
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-22

Battery replacement

Intelligent Key system .......................................... 3-8
Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ...................................... 5-10
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-19
Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)......................... 5-34
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-16
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-23
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-16
Brake pedal.......................................................... 8-22