Jump starting NISSAN PATHFINDER 1998 R50 / 2.G Owners Manual

6 In case of emergencyFlat tire ...................................................................... 6-2
Jump starting............................................................. 6-7
Push starting ............................................................. 6-9
If your vehicle overheats ........................................... 6-9
Tow truck towing ..................................................... 6-10
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5. Securely store the spare tire and jacking
equipment in the vehicle.Always make sure that the spare tire and
jacking equipment are properly secured
after use. Such items can become dan-
gerous projectiles in an accident or sud-
den stop.
If you try to start your engine with a booster
battery, follow the instructions and precautions
below:IIf done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting
in severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.
IExplosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from
it.
IDo not allow battery fluid to come
into contact with eyes, skin, cloth or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulphuric acid solution
which can cause severe burns. If the
fluid should come into contact with
anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.
IKeep battery out of the reach of chil-
dren.
IThe booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improperly rated
battery can damage your vehicle.IWhenever working on or near a bat-
tery, always wear suitable eye protec-
tors (for example, goggles or indus-
trial safety spectacles) and remove
rings, metal bands, or any other metal
jewelry. Do not lean over battery
when jump-starting.
IDo not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause
serious injury.
IYour vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.JUMP STARTING
In case of emergency
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Always follow the instructions below
exactly. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the charging system and
cause personal injury.1. Position the two vehicles to bring their
batteries into close proximity to each other
if the booster battery is in another vehicle.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.
2. Apply parking brakes. Move the shift lever
to Neutral position (On automatic transmis-sion models, move the selector lever to P
(Park)). Switch off all unnecessary electri-
cal systems (light, heater, air conditioner,
etc.).
3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if so
equipped). Cover the battery with an old
cloth to reduce explosion hazard.
4. Connect jumper cables in the sequence as
illustrated.
IAlways connect positive (+) to posi-
tive (+) and negative (þ) to body
ground, (for example, engine lift
bracket, etc. Ð not to the battery).
IMake sure that cables do not touch
any moving parts in the engine com-
partment and that clamps do not con-
tact any other metal.5. Start the engine of the other vehicle and let
it run for a few minutes.
6. Keep the engine speed of the other vehicle
at about 2,000 rpm, and start your engine in
the normal manner.
Do not keep starter motor engaged for
more than 10 seconds. If the engine
does not start right away, turn the key
off and wait 3 to 4 seconds before trying
again.7. After starting your engine, carefully discon-
nect the negative cable and then the posi-
tive cable.
8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Be
sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover
the vent holes as it may be contaminated
with corrosive acid.
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IKeep the battery surface clean and dry. Any
corrosion should be washed off with a
solution of baking soda and water.
IMake certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
IIf the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the (Ð) negative battery
terminal cable to prevent discharge.IDo not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
generated by battery action is explo-
sive. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. After touching a
battery or battery cap, do not touch or
rub your eyes. Thoroughly wash your
hands. If the acid contacts your eyes,
skin or clothing, immediately flush
with water for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
IWhen working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.
IKeep the battery out of the reach ofchildren.
If jump starting is necessary, see ªJump start-
ingº in the ª6. In case of emergencyº section. If
the engine does not start by jump starting, the
battery may have to be replaced. Contact your
NISSAN dealer.
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be
between the MAX. and MIN. lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level to the indicator in each
filler opening.Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell plugs using a suitable tool.
2. Add distilled water up to the MAX. level.
3. Tighten cell plugs.
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BATTERY
Do-it-yourself
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Front
Fog light switch ......................................... 2-19
Manual seat adjustment .............................. 1-2
Power seat adjustment................................ 1-4
Fuel
Economy.................................................... 5-19
Filler cap .................................................... 3-11
Filler lid ...................................................... 3-11
Gauge .......................................................... 2-5
Recommendation ...................................... 10-4
Fuse ................................................................ 8-20
GGarage door opener, Integrated
HomeLink
...................................................... 2-35
Gas cap, Fuel filler ......................................... 3-11
Gas economy, Fuel ........................................ 5-19
Gauge ............................................................... 2-3
Engine coolant temperature ........................ 2-4
Fuel.............................................................. 2-5
Speedometer and odometer ....................... 2-3
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ....................................... 9-2
Glass, Cleaning ................................................ 7-3
Glasses case .................................................. 2-23
Glove box........................................................ 2-25
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Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-19
Head restraint adjustment ................................ 1-8
Headlamp, Replacement ................................ 8-21Headlight
Replacement ............................................. 8-22
Switch ........................................................ 2-17
Heated seat .................................................... 2-20
Heater and air conditioner
(Manual) ...................................................... 4-3
(Semiautomatic) .......................................... 4-9
Heater operation
Manual air conditioner ................................. 4-4
Semiautomatic air conditioner ................... 4-10
HomeLink
...................................................... 2-35
Hood ................................................................. 3-8
Hook, Luggage ............................................... 2-27
Horn ................................................................ 2-20
How to stop alarm, Theft warning .................. 2-15
How to use multi-remote control system .......... 3-4
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Identification, Vehicle .................................... 10-12
Ignition switch ................................................... 5-6
Indicator light .................................................. 2-12
Infants and small children, Seat belt .............. 1-19
Information label, Emission........................... 10-13
Injured persons, Seat belt .............................. 1-19
Inside mirror .................................................... 3-14
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Integrated HomeLink
transmitter .................. 2-35
Interior light ..................................................... 2-34
Replacement ............................................. 8-23J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-7
KKey .................................................................... 3-2
Position, Ignition switch ............................... 5-8
Key operation, Back door ................................. 3-9
Keyless entry, Multi-remote control .................. 3-4
LLabel, Air bag warning .................................... 1-15
Lamp, Replacement ........................................ 8-22
Larger children, Seat belt ............................... 1-19
Light
Air bag warning ......................................... 1-15
Front fog light switch ................................. 2-19
Headlight replacement .............................. 8-21
Headlight switch ........................................ 2-17
Indicator ..................................................... 2-12
Interior ....................................................... 2-34
Personal .................................................... 2-35
Replacement ............................................. 8-22
Vanity......................................................... 2-35
Warning ....................................................... 2-9
Loading information, Vehicle ........................ 10-14
Loading tips .................................................. 10-15
Lock
Back door .................................................... 3-9
Door ............................................................. 3-2
Locking with
Inside lock knob .......................................... 3-3
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SAE viscosity number ............................... 10-7
Recovery, Freeing a stuck vehicle ................. 6-13
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............................ 10-8
Registering your vehicle in another country . 10-11
Release, Hood .................................................. 3-8
Remote keyless entry, Multi-remote
control ............................................................... 3-4
Reporting safety defects (US only)............... 10-19
Restraint, Child ............................................... 1-25
Rollover ............................................................. 5-4
Rotation, Tire .................................................. 8-28
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Safety
Belt ............................................................ 1-17
Child seat belt ........................................... 1-18
Defects, Reporting................................... 10-19
Towing ..................................................... 10-17
Seat................................................................... 1-2
Heated ....................................................... 2-20
Seat adjustment
Front manual ............................................... 1-2
Front power ................................................. 1-4
Rear ............................................................. 1-5
Seat belt.......................................................... 1-17
Cleaning ...................................................... 7-4
Extender .................................................... 1-25
Hook .......................................................... 1-23
Maintenance .............................................. 1-25
Operation, Three-point .............................. 1-21
Precautions................................................ 1-17
Warning light and buzzer .......................... 2-10
With retractor, Three-point ........................ 1-20Without retractor, Two-point ...................... 1-23
Security system .............................................. 2-14
Selecting correct set of seat belt .................... 1-23
Servicing air conditioner ................................. 4-13
Setting, Clock.................................................. 2-33
Shifting procedure, Transfer ........................... 5-21
Shoulder belt height adjustment (For front
seats) .............................................................. 1-22
Socket ............................................................. 2-21
Sound system, Audio system ......................... 4-14
Sound, Buzzer ................................................ 2-13
Spare tire carrier ............................................... 3-9
Spark plug....................................................... 8-14
Specifications .................................................. 10-9
Speedometer and odometer ............................. 2-3
Starting
Automatic transmission ............................... 5-7
Jump ............................................................ 6-7
Manual transmission ................................... 5-6
Precaution ................................................... 5-2
Push ............................................................ 6-9
The engine .................................................. 5-9
Steering
Power ........................................................ 5-24
Wheel ........................................................ 3-13
Storage ........................................................... 2-23
Stuck, Vehicle recovery .................................. 6-13
Sun shade....................................................... 2-32
Sun visor ......................................................... 3-13
Sunroof ........................................................... 2-32
Supplemental
Air bag system .......................................... 1-13
Air bag warning label ................................ 1-15
Air bag warning light ........................ 1-15, 2-10Restraint system.......................................... 1-9
Switch
Front fog light ............................................ 2-19
Hazard warning ......................................... 2-19
Headlight ................................................... 2-17
Ignition ......................................................... 5-6
Rear window and outside mirror
defogger .................................................... 2-16
Turn signal................................................. 2-18
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Tachometer ....................................................... 2-4
Temperature display ......................................... 2-6
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant ................ 2-4
Theft warning .................................................. 2-14
Three way catalyst ............................................ 5-3
Three-point type seat belt with retractor......... 1-20
Tire .................................................................. 8-26
Chain ......................................................... 8-27
Changing ................................................... 8-28
Equipment, Cold weather .......................... 5-27
Flat............................................................... 6-2
Placard .................................................... 10-13
Pressure .................................................... 8-26
Rotation ..................................................... 8-28
Type........................................................... 8-26
Tires, Specifications ...................................... 10-10
Tonneau cover ................................................ 2-29
Top strap child restraint .................................. 1-34
Towing
A trailer .................................................... 10-15
Safety ...................................................... 10-17
Trailer, Towing .............................................. 10-15
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