heating NISSAN PATHFINDER 1998 R50 / 2.G Owners Manual

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
Instruments and controls
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IThe air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is run-
ning.
IDo not leave children, unreliable
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.IDo not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.
IPositioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be done
while driving, in order that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving
operation.
CONTROLS
Fan control dialThis dial turns the fan on and off, and controls
fan speed.Air flow control dialThis dial allows you to select the air flow
outlets.
Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators.Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators and foot outlets.Ð Air flows mainly from foot outlets.Ð Air flows from defroster outlets and
foot outlets.Ð Air flows mainly from defroster out-
lets.
Temperature control dialThis dial allows you to adjust the temperature
of the outlet air.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(Manual)
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Air recirculation buttonOff position
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment.
Use the off position for normal heater, or air
conditioner operation.
On position (Indicator light on)
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the air recirculation button to the on
position when driving on a dusty road or to
avoid traffic fumes.Air conditioner buttonThis button is provided only for vehicles with
air conditioner.
Start the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (1 to 4) position and push the air
conditioner button to turn on the air condi-
tioner. The indicator light will come on when
the air conditioner button is on. To stop the air
conditioner, push the switch again to return it
to the original position.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
HEATER OPERATION
HeatingThis mode is used to direct hot air from the
floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position for normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position between the middle and
the hot position.
IFor quick heating, move the air recirculation
button to the on position. Be sure to return
the air recirculation button to the off position
for normal heating.
VentilationThis mode directs outside air from the side and
centre vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Defrosting or defoggingThis mode is used to defrost/defog the win-
dows.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position between the middle and
the hot position.
ITo quickly remove ice or fog from the
windows, push the air recirculation button
to the on position, the fan control dial to 4
and the temperature control dial to the full
hot position. As soon as possible after the
window is clear, push the air recirculation
button to the off position.
Bi-level heatingThis mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents and hot air from the floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
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2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Normally turn the temperature control dial
to the midpoint between hot and cold.
Heating and defoggingThis mode heats the interior and defogs the
windscreen.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position between the middle and
the hot position.
Operating tipsIClear snow and ice from the wiper blade
and air inlet in front of the windshield.
This will improve heater operation.
IA slight delay may be experienced when
turning the air control dial. This is not a
problem, it is only the system motors and
solenoids switching from one outlet to an-
other.
AIR CONDITIONER OPERATIONStart the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (1 to 4) position and push in the air
conditioner button to activate the air condi-
tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling
and dehumidifying functions will be added to
the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.CoolingThis mode is used to cool and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
IFor quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, push the air recirculation
button to the on position. Be sure to return
the air recirculation button to the off position
for normal cooling.
Dehumidified heatingThis mode is used to heat and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Dehumidified defoggingThis mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button to the off
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. Turn on the fan control dial.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
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Operating tipsIKeep windows and sun roof closed while
the air conditioner is in operation.
IAfter parking in the sun, drive for two or
three minutes with the windows open to
vent hot air from the passenger compart-
ment. Then, close the windows. This will
allow the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
IThe air conditioning system should be
operated for about ten minutes at least
once a month. This helps prevent dam-
age to the system due to lack of lubrica-
tion.
IIf the coolant temperature gauge exceeds
the hot position, turn the air conditioner off.
For additional information, see ªIf your ve-
hicle overheatsº in the ª6. In case of emer-
gencyº section.AIR FLOW CHARTSThe following charts show the button and dial
positions formaximum and quickheating,
cooling or defrosting.The air recirculation
switch should always be in the off position
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IThe air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is run-
ning.
IDo not leave children, unreliable
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot, sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.IDo not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the
interior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.
IPositioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be done
while driving, in order that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving
operation.
CONTROLS
Fan control dialThis dial turns the fan on and off, and controls
fan speed.
AUTO mode: This mode controls the fan
speed automatically.Air flow control dialThis dial allows you to select the air flow
outlets.
Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators.Ð Air flows from center and side venti-
lators and foot outlets.Ð Air flows mainly from foot outlets.Ð Air flows from defroster outlets and
foot outlets.Ð Air flows mainly from defroster out-
lets.
Temperature control dialThis dial allows you to adjust the temperature
of the outlet air.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(Semiautomatic)
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Air recirculation buttonOff position
Outside air is drawn into the passenger com-
partment when this button is off.
Use the off position for normal heater or air
conditioner operation.
On position
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the button on when driving on a dusty
road. The indicator light will come on.Air conditioner buttonStart the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired (Auto, 1 to 3) position and push the air
conditioner button to turn on the air condi-
tioner. The indicator light will come on when
the air conditioner is on. To stop the air con-
ditioner, push the switch again to return it to
the original position.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
HEATER OPERATION
HeatingThis mode is used to direct hot air from the
floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button off for
normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
IFor quick heating, push the air recirculation
button on. Be sure to turn off the air recir-
culation button for normal heating.IWhen starting up from cold with the fan
control dial in the AUTO position, the
blower speed will be fixed in the low mode
until the coolant temperature rises.
VentilationThis mode directs outside air from the side,
center and driver vents.
1. Push the air recirculation button off.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
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Defrosting or defoggingThis mode is used to defrost/defog the win-
dows.
1. Push the air recirculation button off.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
ITo quickly remove ice or fog from the
windows, turn the fan control dial to 3 and
the temperature control dial fully over to the
hot position.
Bi-level heatingThis mode directs outside air from the side and
center vents and hot air from the floor outlets.
1. Push the air recirculation button off.2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Heating and defoggingThis mode heats the interior and defogs the
windshield.
1. Push the air recirculation button off.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Operating tipsIClear snow and ice from the wiper blade
and air inlet in front of the windshield.
This will improve heater operation.AIR CONDITIONER OPERATIONStart the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired (Auto, 1 to 3) position and push in the
air conditioner button to activate the air condi-
tioner. When the air conditioner is on, cooling
and dehumidifying functions will be added to
the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
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CoolingThis mode is used to cool and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button off.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Push the air conditioner button on. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
IFor quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, push the air recirculation
button on. Be sure to turn off the air recir-
culation button for normal cooling.
Dehumidified heatingThis mode is used to heat and dehumidify.
1. Push the air recirculation button off.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
IThe fan speed will be maintained automati-
cally.
4. Push on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light will come on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
IAdjust the temperature control dial to about
75ÉF (24ÉC) for normal operation.
IThe temperature will be maintained auto-
matically.
Dehumidified defoggingThis mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify.1. Push the air recirculation button off to im-
prove the defogging performance.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
posi-
tion.
3. (Manual mode)
Turn on the fan control dial (1 to 3).
(Auto mode)
Turn the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Operating tipsIKeep windows and sun roof closed while
the air conditioner is in operation.
IAfter parking in the sun, drive for two or
three minutes with the windows open to
vent hot air from the passenger compart-
ment. Then, close the windows. This will
allow the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
IThe air conditioning system should be op-
erated for about ten minutes at least once a
month. This helps prevent damage to the
system due to lack of lubrication.
IIf the engine coolant temperature gauge
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IHEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB:
q1
Turn the wheels into the curb and move the
vehicle forward until the curb side wheel
gently touches the curb.
IHEADED UPHILL WITH CURB:
q2
Turn the wheels away from the curb and
move the vehicle back until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb.
IHEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO
CURB:
q3
Turn the wheels toward the side of the road
so the vehicle will move away from the
center of the road if it moves.
4. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position
and remove the key.INever leave the engine running while
vehicle is unattended.
INever leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
The power assisted steering is designed to
use a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, to
assist steering.
If the engine stops or drive belt breaks, you will
still have control of the vehicle. However,
much greater steering effort is needed, espe-
cially in sharp turns or at low speeds.If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for the
steering will not work. Steering will be
much harder to operate.
The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit develops a problem, you
will still have braking at two wheels.
Vacuum assisted brake
The brake booster aids braking by using en-
gine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop
the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal.
However, greater foot pressure on the brake
pedal will be required to stop the vehicle and
the stopping distance will be longer.
Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result,
your braking distance will be longer and the
vehicle may pull to one side during braking.
To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to
heat-up the brakes. Do this until the brakes
return to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at
high speeds until the brakes function correctly.
Using the brakes
Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal
while driving. This will overheat the brakes,
wear out the brake linings and pads faster and
reduce gas mileage.
To help save the brakes and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, before going down a
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