engine coolant NISSAN PATHFINDER 2017 R52 / 4.G Owners Manual

VQ35DD engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-9)
2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-4)
3. Drive belt location (P.8-13)
4. Fuse box (P. 8-19)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-6)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-10)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-15)
8. Fuse box (P. 8-19)
9. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-19)
10. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-19)
11. Battery (P. 8-11)
12. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-6)
13. Radiator cap (P. 8-4)
14. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-11)
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
LDI3012
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-5
Fuel gauge ....................................2-6
Compass (if so equipped) ..........................2-7
Compass display ...............................2-7
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ........................................ 2-10
Checking lights ............................... 2-10
Warning lights ................................ 2-11
Indicator lights ................................ 2-15
Audible reminders ............................. 2-17
Vehicle Information Display ........................2-18
How to use the vehicle information display .......2-19
Startup display ................................ 2-19
Resetting the trip computer .....................2-19
Settings ...................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-26
Security systems ................................. 2-30
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-30NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
.............2-31
Wiper and washer switch ......................... 2-33
Switch operation .............................. 2-33
Rear switch operation .......................... 2-34
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-35
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-36
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-36
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ..............2-38
Instrument brightness control ...................2-39
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-39
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-40
Horn ............................................ 2-40
Climate controlled seat switches (if so equipped) ....2-40
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..............2-41
Heated 2nd row seat switches (if so equipped) ......2-42
Heated steering

wheel switch (if so equipped) .......2-44
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-44
Hill descent control (HDC) switch (if so equipped) . . . 2-45
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) ............2-46
Tow mode switch ................................. 2-46
E-call (SOS) switch (if so equipped) ................2-47
Power inverter switch (if so equipped) ..............2-47

17. Cruise control main/set switches(if so equipped) (P. 5-38)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-40)
18. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel con-
trol (P. 3-31)
19. Control panel and vehicle information
display switches (P. 2-19)
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
(P. 4-113)
20. Hood release (P. 3-20)
21. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-44)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-46)
Power liftgate main switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-21)
Warning systems switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-44)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-47)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
renthesis for operating details.1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information displayOdometer
Twin trip odometer
4. Speedometer 5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
LIC3597
METERS AND GAUGES
Instruments and controls2-3

Changing the display
Push the TRIP RESET
2switch on the right side
of the instrument panel to change the display as
follows:
Trip
→ Trip→Odometer Mileage →
Trip
Resetting the trip odometer
Pushing the TRIP RESET switch
2for more
than 1 second resets the currently displayed trip
odometer to zero.
Average fuel economy and distance to empty
information is also available. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
this section.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute (rpm) . Do not rev engine into
the red zone
1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, reduce engine speed. Operating the
engine in the red zone may cause serious
engine damage.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera-
ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the
normal range
1when the gauge needle points
within the zone shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions.
LIC2219LIC2220
Instruments and controls2-5

CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant tempera-
ture near the hot (H) end of the normal
range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease
temperature. If the gauge is over the nor-
mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the vehicle
may seriously damage the engine. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “If your ve-
hicle overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section of this manual for
immediate action required.
FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximatefuel level
in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.
The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
The low fuel warning message shows in the ve-
hicle information display when the amount of fuel
in the tank is getting low.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-
ters 0 (Empty) . The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
CAUTION
● If the vehicle runs out of fuel, theMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off. If the light remains on
after a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
● For additional information, refer to
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
this section.
LIC2222
2-6Instruments and controls

OPERATING TIPS
The sunload sensor, located on the top driver’s
side of the instrument panel, helps the system
maintain a constant temperature. Do not put any-
thing on or around this sensor.● When the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air flow
from the foot outlets may not operate for a
maximum of 150 seconds. However, this is
not a malfunction. After the coolant tempera-
ture warms up, air flow from the foot outlets
will operate normally.REAR AUTOMATIC AIR
CONDITIONING SYSTEM
1. REAR (ON-OFF) button
2. ON-OFF button/
(fan speed) control
dial
3. AUTO button/temperature control dial (driv- er’s side)
To turn on the rear automatic air conditioning
system with the front air conditioner control
panel, press the REAR ON-OFF button. The rear automatic air conditioning system can
be adjusted with the front air conditioner control
panel when the Rear Climate screen is displayed.
To control the rear automatic air conditioning
system using the display, press the CLIMATE
button on the center multi-function control panel
and touch the Rear Climate key displayed on the
screen. The front display will switch to the Rear
Climate screen.
To adjust the front air conditioning system, press
the CLIMATE button on the center multi-function
control panel.
LHA2473
Front Controls (Type A-if so equipped)
LHA4374
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems4-51

FEB system operation.......................... 5-55
Turning the FEB system on/off . . ................5-57
FEB system limitations ......................... 5-57
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-58
System malfunction ............................ 5-59
System maintenance ........................... 5-59
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-60
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................... 5-61
Increasing fuel economy ........................... 5-62
Intelligent 4WD (if so equipped) ....................5-62
4x4–i system operation ........................ 5-62
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-66
Power steering . . ................................. 5-67
Brake system .................................... 5-67
Brake precautions ............................. 5-67
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-68Brake assist
.................................. 5-69
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-69
Rise-up and build-up .......................... 5-71
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-71
Hill Descent Control System (if so equipped) ........5-72
Hill start assist system ............................ 5-73
Rear sonar system (RSS) (if so equipped) ...........5-73
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-74
Freeing a frozen door lock ......................5-74
Antifreeze ..................................... 5-74
Battery ....................................... 5-74
Draining of coolant water .......................5-74
Tire equipment . . .............................. 5-75
Special winter equipment .......................5-75
Driving on snow or ice ......................... 5-75
Engine block heater (if so equipped) .............5-75

●The system is designed as an aid to the
driver in detecting large stationary ob-
jects to help avoid damaging the ve-
hicle. The system will not detect small
objects below the bumper, and may not
detect objects close to the bumper or
on the ground.
● If your vehicle sustains damage to the
rear bumper fascia, leaving it mis-
aligned or bent, the sensing zone may
be altered causing inaccurate measure-
ment of obstacles or false alarms.
The RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of
obstacles near the rear bumper when the shift
lever is in R (Reverse) . The system may not
detect objects at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h)
and may not detect certain angular or moving
objects.
The RSS detects obstacles up to 5.9 ft (1.8 m)
from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage
area at the outer corners of the bumper (refer to
the illustration for approximate zone coverage
areas) . As you move closer to the obstacle, the
rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is
less than 10 in (25.0 cm) away, the tone will
sound continuously. If the RSS detects a station-
ary or receding object further than 10 in.
(25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only 3 seconds. Once the system
detects an object approaching, the tone will
sound again.
The RSS automatically turns on when the shift
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 information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual. To turn the RSS off, the
ignition switch must be placed in the ON posi-
tion.
Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bum-
per fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumu-
lations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects) . If the sensors 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 inserting it into the key
hole, or use the NISSAN Intelligent Key®.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check the
antifreeze to assure proper winter 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 maxi-
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked
regularly. For additional information, refer to “Bat-
tery” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
freeze, drain the cooling system, including 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.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
5-74Starting and driving

WARNING
●Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical system or
a 2-pronged adapter. You can be seri-
ously injured by an electrical shock if
you use an ungrounded connection.
● Disconnect and properly store the en-
gine block heater cord before starting
the engine. Damage to the cord could
result in an electrical shock and can
cause serious injury.
● Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged ex-
tension cord rated for at least 10 A. Plug
the extension cord into a Ground Fault
Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded
110-VAC outlet. Failure to use the
proper extension cord or a grounded
outlet can result in a fire or electrical
shock and cause serious personal
injury. To use the engine block heater:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine block heater cord.
3. Plug the engine block heater cord into a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension
cord.
4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110-
volt AC (VAC) outlet.
5. The engine block heater must be plugged in for at least2-4hours, depending on outside
temperatures, to properly warm the engine
coolant. Use an appropriate timer to turn the
engine block heater on.
6. Before starting the engine, unplug and prop- erly store the cord to keep it away from
moving parts.
5-76Starting and driving

CAUTION
●CVT models cannot be push-started or
tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.
● Do not push start this vehicle. The
three-way catalyst may be damaged.
WARNING
●Do not continue to drive if your vehicle
overheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire.
● To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never remove the radiator or coolant
reservoir cap while the engine is still
hot. When the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap is removed, pressurized hot
water will spurt out, possibly causing
serious injury.
● Do not open the hood if steam is com-
ing out.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading and
the illumination of the engine oil pressure/engine
coolant temperature high indicator light) , or if you
feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal
noise, etc. take the following steps: 1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply the parking brake and move the shift lever to
P (Park) .
Do not stop the engine.
2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the windows, move the heater or air conditioner
temperature control to maximum hot and fan
control to high speed. 3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for
steam or coolant escaping from the radiator
before opening the hood. If steam or coolant
is escaping, turn off the engine. Do not open
the hood further until no steam or coolant
can be seen.
4. Open the engine hood.
WARNING
If steam or water is coming from the en-
gine, stand clear to prevent getting
burned.
5. Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
running. The radiator hoses and radiator
should not leak water. If coolant is leaking,
the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
the cooling fan does not run, stop the en-
gine.
WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan
can start at any time.
PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
In case of emergency6-11