NISSAN PATHFINDER 1996 R50 / 2.G Owner's Manual

Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal to the
turning direction. When the turn is completed,
the turn signals cancel automatically.
Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where lights begin flash-
ing.
The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition key is in the ªACCº or ªONº
position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper.
Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 4
to 12 seconds by turning the knob.
(Type B only)
Pull the lever toward you to operate the
washer. Then the wiper will also operate sev-
eral times.
IDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
IDo not operate the washer if the res-
ervoir tank is dry.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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In freezing temperatures the washer so-
lution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision. Warm the wind-
shield with the defroster before you
wash the windshield.
To operate the wiper, push the switch to the
ªº side. This wiper operates intermit-
tently. Push the switch to the ªº side fully,
this operates the wiper continuously.
To operate the washer, hold the switch down
to the ª
º side.
Then the wiper will also operate several times.
IDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
IDo not operate the washer if reservoir
tank is empty.
IThe rear window wiper will not operate
when the rear window is open.
The rear window wiper will not operate if
the rear window is closed with the wiper
switch ªONº. To operate the window
wiper, turn the switch to ªOFFº and then
to ªONº.
IThe rear window will not open while the
rear window wiper is operating.
In freezing temperatures the washer so-
lution may freeze on the rear window
and obscure your vision. Warm the rear
window with the defroster before you
wash the rear window.
SIC0548
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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To defog the rear window glass, start the
engine and push the switch on. (The indicator
light will come on.) Push the switch again to
turn the defogger off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes. If the window clears before this time,
push the switch off manually.
When cleaning the inner side of the
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the electrical conductors.
Outside mirror defogger (if so
equipped)
The outside mirrors will be defogged when the
rear window defogger switch is pushed.
The instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the ª
ºor
ªº position.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel lights.
SIC0593SIC0052
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
SWITCHINSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
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To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the ªº position, then turn the
switch to the ªº position. To turn them off,
turn the switch to the ªOFFº position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate.Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency con-
ditions. All turn signal lights will flash.
IWhen stalled or stopped on the road-
way under emergency conditions,
move the vehicle well off the road.
IDo not use the switch while moving
on the highway unless unusual cir-
cumstances force you to drive so
slowly that your vehicle might be-
come a hazard to other traffic.ISome state laws may prohibit the use
of the hazard warning flasher switch
while driving.
ITurn signals do not work when the
switch is operating.
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
switch either off or on.
IC1292SIC0594
FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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The front seat(s) are warmed by built-in heat-
ers. The switches located on the instrument
panel can be operated independently of each
other.
1. Start the engine.
The battery could run down if the heater is
operated while the engine is not running.
2. Push the ª
º (Low) or ªº (High)
position of the switch, as desired, depend-
ing on the temperature. The indicator light
in the switch will illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the vehicle's interior is warmed or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
the switch off.
IDo not use the seat heater for a long
time or when no one is seated there.
IDo not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise,
the seat may become overheated.
IDo not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the heater.
IAny liquid spilled on the heating seat
should be immediately wiped up with
a dry cloth.
IWhen cleaning the seat, never use
benzine, thinner, or any similar mate-
rials.
IIf any abnormalities are found or the
heating seat does not operate, turnthe switch OFF and have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer.
SIC0595
HEATED SEAT (If so equipped)
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The cigarette lighter operates when the igni-
tion switch is in ªACCº or ªONº.
Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighter
is heated, it will spring out.
Replace the lighter in its original position after
use.
The cigarette lighter should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
ITake care not to leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle as the cigarette
lighter may be operated even though
the key is not in the ignition.
IThe cigarette lighter socket is a
power source for the cigarette lighter
element only. The use of the cigarette
lighter socket as a power source for
any other accessory is not
recommended.
SIC0552
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASH
TRAYS
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IThis power socket is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
IDo not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power
draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
IUse this power socket with the en-
gine running. (Do not use for ex-
tended periods of time with the en-
gine stopped or idling.)IAvoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger
is on.
IWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
socket.
IBefore inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure to turn off the power
switch of electrical accessory being
used or the ACC power of the vehicle.
IPush the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tempera-
ture fuse may blow.
Take care as the socket and plug may be
hot during or immediately after use.
The coin tray should not be used while
driving in order that full attention may be
given to the driving operation.
Do not place valuable items in the tray.
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POWER SOCKET COIN TRAY
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IThe cup holders should not be used
while driving in order that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving op-
eration.
IAvoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is hot, it can scald you or your
passenger.
To open, push the cup holder.
To close, fully push the cup holder.The glasses case can be opened by pushing
the button.
The glasses case should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.
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CUP HOLDER GLASSES CASE
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Do not use for anything other than
glasses.IThe center console box should not be
used while driving in order that full
attention may be given to the driving
operation.
IKeep the center console box lid
closed while driving to prevent injury
in an accident or a sudden stop.
Do not place valuable items in the center
console box.
SIC0630
CONSOLE BOX
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IDo not place valuable items in the
luggage side console box.
IKeep luggage side console box lids
closed securely when being used.
IMake sure the luggage board closes
securely.
IDo not drive with the board removed.
SIC0598
SPA0346A
LUGGAGE BOARD AND BOX
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