engine NISSAN PATHFINDER 2018 Owner´s Manual

∙ ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-
tures to all occupants of the vehicle.
∙ ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive
models, a 4WDmark is placed at the begin-
ning of the applicable sections/items.
As with other vehicles with features for
off-road use, failure to operate 4-wheel
drive models correctly may result in loss
of control or an accident. For additional
information, refer to “Driving safety pre-
cautions” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIV-
ING
This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from an ordinary passen-
ger car because it has a higher center
of gravity for off-road use. As with
other vehicles with features of this
type, failure to operate this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of control
or an accident.
For additional information, refer to
“On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions”, “Avoiding collision and
rollover” and “Driving safety precau-
tions” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its
performance, safety, emissions or du-
rability and may even violate govern-
mental regulations. In addition, dam-
age or performance problems
resulting from modifications may not
be covered under NISSAN warranties.
WARNING
Installing an af termarket On-Board Di-
agnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses
the port during normal driving, for ex-
ample remote insurance company
monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics,
telematics or engine reprogramming,
may cause interference or damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of any af termarket
OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically
approved by NISSAN. The vehicle war-
ranty may not cover damage caused by
any af termarket plug-in device.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
these call attention to an item in the illus-
tration.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive
harm. In addition, certain fluids con-
tained in vehicles and certain products
of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth de-
fects or other reproductive harm.Operating, servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known
to the State of California to cause can-
cer and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid
breathing exhaust, do not idle the en-
gine except as necessary, service your
vehicle in a well-ventilated area and
wear gloves or wash your hands fre-
quently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE
ADVISORY
Some vehicle parts, such as lithium bat-
teries, may contain perchlorate material.
The following advisory is provided: “Per-
chlorate Material – special handling may
apply. For additional information, refer to
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate/”.
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0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints..........0-2
Exterior front ....................................0-3
Exterior rear .....................................0-4
Passenger compartment ........................0-5 Instrument panel
................................0-6
Engine compartment check locations ...........0-8
Warning and indicator lights .....................0-9

1. Front view camera (if so equipped)(P. 4-11)
2. Engine hood (P. 3-31)
3. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-37)
4. Windshield-washer fluid (P. 8-11)
5. Power windows (P. 2-65)
6. Door locks (P. 3-5) NISSAN Intelligent Key®
(if so equipped) (P. 3-2)
Keys (P. 3-2)
7. Mirrors (P. 3-44) Side view camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-11)
8. Tire pressure (P. 8-26) Flat tire (P. 6-3)
Tire chains (P. 8-26)
9. Fog light switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-40)
10. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-23) Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-40)
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system (P. 2-40)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LII2456
EXTERIOR FRONT
Illustrated table of contents0-3

VQ35DD engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir(P. 8-9)
2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-4)
3. Drive belt location (P.8-14)
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. 8-16)
8. Fuse box (P. 8-19)
9. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-19)
10. Battery (P. 8-12)
11. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-6)
12. Radiator cap (P. 8-4)
13. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
(P. 8-11)
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3131
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel................................2-2
Meters and gauges ..............................2-4
Speedometer and odometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........2-6
Fuel gauge ................................... 2-7
Compass (if so equipped) ....................... 2-7
Compass display .............................2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ....................................... 2-11
Checking lights ............................... 2-11
Warning lights ............................... 2-12
Indicator lights .............................. 2-16
Audible reminders ........................... 2-19
Vehicle Information Display .....................2-19
How to use the vehicle information
display ...................................... 2-20
Startup display .............................. 2-20
Resetting the trip computer .................2-21
Settings ..................................... 2-21
Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators ............................... 2-29
Security systems ............................... 2-34
Vehicle security system .....................2-34NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
.........2-35
Wiper and washer switch .......................2-37
Switch operation ............................ 2-37
Rear switch operation .......................2-38
Rear window and outside mirror
(if so equipped) defroster switch ................2-39
Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-40
Headlight control switch .....................2-40
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system ...................................... 2-42
Instrument brightness control ...............2-42
Turn signal switch ........................... 2-43
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-43
Horn ........................................... 2-44
Climate controlled seat switches (if so
equipped) ...................................... 2-44
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..........2-46
He

ated 2nd row seat switches
(if so equipped) .................................2-47
Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . 2-48
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......2-49
Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) ......2-49
Rear Door Alert ................................. 2-50
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) .......2-51

1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information displayOdometer
Twin trip odometer 4. Speedometer
5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
This vehicle is equipped with a speedom-
eter and odometer. The speedometer is
located on the right side of the meter clus-
ter. The odometer is located within the ve-
hicle information display.
LIC3597
METERS AND GAUGES
2-4Instruments and controls

TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions 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
temperature. The engine coolant tempera-
ture 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 driv-
ing conditions.
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
normal range, stop the vehicle as soon
as safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the ve-
hicle may seriously damage the engine.
For additional information, refer to “If
your vehicle overheats” in the “In case
of emergency ” section of this manual
for immediate action required.
LIC2219LIC2220
2-6Instruments and controls

orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive OFF indicator light
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system
warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
orBrake warning lightFront fog light indicator light (if so
equipped)Side light and headlight indicator light
(green)
Charge warning lightFront passenger air bag status lightSlip indicator light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)TOW mode ON indicator light
Master warning lightHill descent control system ON
indicator light (if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Power steering warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
indicator light
CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if
so equipped) will come on:
,or,,
The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on briefly and then go off:
or,,,,
,,
If any light does not come on or operate in
a way other than described, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb and/or a system mal-function. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played on the vehicle information display
between the speedometer and tachom-
eter. For additional information, refer to “Ve-
hicle information display” in this section.
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-11

WARNING LIGHTS
For additional information on warnings
and indicators, refer to “Vehicle information
display” in this section.
orAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates
and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally but without anti-
lock assistance. For additional information,
refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Automatic EmergencyBraking (AEB) system
warning light
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. It illumi-
nates briefly and then turns off.
This light illuminates when the AEB system
is set to OFF on the meter display.
If the light illuminates when the AEB sys-
tem is on, it may indicate that the system is
unavailable. For additional information, re-
fer to “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
orBrake warning
light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine
is running with the parking brake not ap-
plied, stop the vehicle and perform the fol-
lowing:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
WARNING
∙ Your brake system may not be work-ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because driving it could be
dangerous.
∙ Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
2-12Instruments and controls