NISSAN PATHFINDER 1998 R50 / 2.G Repair Manual

To operate the wiper, push the switch to the
side. This wiper operates intermittently.
Push the switch to the
side fully, this
operates the wiper continuously.
To operate the washer, hold the switch down
to the
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 on. To operate the window wiper,
turn the switch to off and then to on.
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.
To defog the rear window glass and the out-
side door mirrors, 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.
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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCHREAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFOGGER SWITCH2-16
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When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defogger.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
LightingTurn the switch to the
position:
The side combination, tail, license plate andinstrument lights will come on.
Turn the switch to the
position:
Headlights will come on and all the other lights
remain on.
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
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To select the high beam, push the lever for-
ward. Pull it back to select the low beam.
Instrument brightness controlThe instrument brightness control operates
when the light switch is in the
or
position.
Turn the control to adjust the brightness of
instrument panel lights and power window
switch lights.
When the control is turned to the right until a
click sound is heard, the light intensity will be
at maximum. When the control is turned to the
left until a click sound is heard, the light will be
turned off.
Passing signalPulling the lever toward you will turn on the
passing signal even when the headlight switch
is off.TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signalMove the lever up or down to signal to the
turning direction. When the turn is completed,
the turn signals cancel automatically.Lane change signalTo indicate a lane change, move the lever up
or down to the point where lights begin flash-
ing.Daytime running light system
(For Canada)The headlights automatically illuminate at a
reduced intensity when the engine is started
with the parking brake released. The daytime
running lights operate with the headlight switch
in the off position or in the
position. Turn
the headlight switch to theposition for
full illumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the daytime running lights do
not illuminate.
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The daytime running lights illuminate once the
parking brake is released. The daytime run-
ning lights will remain on until the ignition
switch is turned off.When the daytime running light system
is active, tail lights on your vehicle are
not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on
your headlights. Failure to do so could
cause an accident injuring yourself and
others.
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the
switch to theposition. To turn them off,
turn the switch to the OFF 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.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of the
hazard warning flasher switch while driv-
ing.
IWhen stalled or stopped on the road-
way under emergency conditions,
move the vehicle well off the road.
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SIC0594
FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH
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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.
ITurn signals do not work when the
switch is operating.The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
switch either off or on.
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.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
(Low) or
(High) po-
sition of the switch, as desired, depending
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.
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HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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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 ex-
tended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
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 removed immediately 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, turn
the switch OFF and have the system
checked by your NISSAN dealer.
ITake care as the socket and plug may
be hot during or immediately after
use.
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.
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POWER SOCKET
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IUse this power socket with the en-
gine running. (If the engine is
stopped, this could result in a dis-
charged battery.)
IAvoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger
is on.
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.
IWhen not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
socket.
The cigarette lighter operates when the igni-
tion switch is in ACC or ON.
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.The 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.
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND
ASHTRAYS
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TRAYThe 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.
GLASSES CASEThe 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.
IDo not use for anything other than
glasses.
IDo not leave glasses in the glasses
case while parking in direct sunlight.
The heat may damage the glasses.
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STORAGE
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CUP HOLDERSThe cup holders should not be used
while driving in order that full attention
may be given to the driving operation.IAvoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquidis hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.
IUse only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
To open, push the cup holder.
To close, fully push the cup holder.
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GLOVE BOXWhen locking or unlocking the glove box, use
the master key.
The glove box may be opened by the handle.Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or
during a sudden stop.
CONSOLE BOXIThe 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.
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