air filter NISSAN PATHFINDER 2002 R50 / 2.G Owners Manual

4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systemsVentilators ................................................................. 4-2
Heater and air conditioner (Manual) ......................... 4-2
Controls ................................................................ 4-3
Heater operation................................................... 4-4
Air conditioner operation ...................................... 4-5
Air flow charts....................................................... 4-5
Heater and air conditioner (Automatic) ..................... 4-8
Automatic operation ............................................. 4-9
Manual operation.................................................. 4-9
Operating tips ..................................................... 4-10
Ventilation air filter .............................................. 4-10
Servicing air conditioner .......................................... 4-10
Audio system........................................................... 4-11
FM radio reception ............................................. 4-11AM radio reception ............................................. 4-12
Audio operation precautions .............................. 4-12
FM-AM radio with cassette player and compact disc
(CD) player ......................................................... 4-14
FM-AM radio with cassette player and compact disc
(CD) player/cd changer ...................................... 4-21
CD care and cleaning ........................................ 4-26
FM-AM radio with cassette player Ð for navigation
system equipped models ................................... 4-26
Steering wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped) ....................................................... 4-30
Antenna .............................................................. 4-31
Car phone or CB radio ........................................... 4-32
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourselfMaintenance requirements ........................................ 8-2
General maintenance ................................................ 8-2
Explanation of general maintenance items .......... 8-2
Interior maintenance............................................. 8-3
Maintenance precautions .......................................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ....................... 8-7
Engine cooling system .............................................. 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ............................. 8-9
Changing engine coolant ................................... 8-10
Engine oil ................................................................ 8-13
Checking engine oil level ................................... 8-13
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-14
Changing engine oil filter ................................... 8-15
Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 8-16
Temperature conditions for checking ................. 8-17
Power steering fluid ................................................ 8-18
Brake and clutch fluid ............................................. 8-18
Brake fluid .......................................................... 8-18
Clutch fluid.......................................................... 8-19
Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-20
Window washer fluid reservoir ........................... 8-20
Battery ..................................................................... 8-21
Jump starting ...................................................... 8-21
Drive belts ............................................................... 8-22Spark plugs ............................................................. 8-23
Replacing spark plugs ........................................ 8-23
Air cleaner ............................................................... 8-23
Windshield wiper blades ......................................... 8-24
Cleaning ............................................................. 8-24
Replacing............................................................ 8-24
Parking brake and brake pedal ............................... 8-25
Checking parking brake ..................................... 8-25
Checking brake pedal ........................................ 8-26
Brake booster ..................................................... 8-26
Clutch pedal ............................................................ 8-27
Checking clutch pedal ........................................ 8-27
Fuses....................................................................... 8-27
Engine compartment .......................................... 8-27
Passenger compartment .................................... 8-28
Keyfob battery replacement ............................... 8-29
Lights ....................................................................... 8-30
Headlights........................................................... 8-31
Wheels and tires ..................................................... 8-34
Tire pressure ...................................................... 8-34
Types of tires...................................................... 8-35
Tire chains .......................................................... 8-36
Changing wheels and tires ................................. 8-37
Clutch housing drain............................... 8-40Z
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REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch
are off and that the parking brake is
engaged securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket toremove the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can cause damage the spark
plugs.
Platinum-tipped spark plugsIt is not necessary to replace the platinum-
tipped spark plugs as frequently as the con-
ventional type spark plugs since they will last
much longer. Follow the maintenance sched-
ule, but do not reuse them by cleaning or
regapping.
If replacement is required, see your NISSAN
dealer for servicing.
Always replace with recommended
platinum-tipped spark plugs.The filter element should not be cleaned and
reused as it is given a special treatment. We
recommended it be replaced according to the
maintenance intervals. See ªPeriodic mainte-
nanceº shown in a separate maintenance
booklet for maintenance intervals. When re-
placing the filter, wipe the inside of the air
cleaner housing and the cover with a damp
cloth.
WARNING
IOperating the engine with the air
SDI0145A
SDI1022A
SDI1115B
SPARK PLUGS AIR CLEANER
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8-23
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9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ........... 9-2
Fuel recommendation........................................... 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation .............. 9-6
Recommended SAE oil viscosity number ............ 9-7
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ................................................. 9-8
Specifications ............................................................ 9-9
Engine .................................................................. 9-9
Wheels and tires ..................................................... 9-11
Dimensions and weights .................................... 9-11
When traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country..................................................................... 9-12
Vehicle identification ............................................... 9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ........... 9-12
Vehicle identification number (Chassis
number) .............................................................. 9-12
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .............................. 9-13
Emission control information label ..................... 9-14
Tire placard ........................................................ 9-14Air conditioner specification label ....................... 9-14
Vehicle loading information ..................................... 9-15
Terms ................................................................. 9-15
Determining vehicle payload capacity ................ 9-15
Securing the load ............................................... 9-16
Loading tips ........................................................ 9-16
Payload weight capacity ..................................... 9-17
Measurement of weights .................................... 9-17
Towing a trailer ....................................................... 9-17
Maximum load limits ........................................... 9-17
Towing load/specification chart .......................... 9-19
Towing safety ..................................................... 9-19
Uniform tire quality grading ................................ 9-21
Emission control system warranty .......................... 9-22
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......................... 9-22
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ................................................................. 9-23
Owner's Manual/Service Manual order
information............................................................... 9-25
In the event of a collision ................................... 9-25
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......................... 5-32
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front airbag
system) ...................................................... 1-16
Side (See supplemental side air bag
system) ...................................................... 1-18
Air bag warning labels .................................... 1-20
Air bag warning light.............................. 1-21, 2-12
Air cleaner housing filter ................................. 8-23
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation ...................... 4-2, 4-8
Air conditioner service ................ 4-2, 4-8, 4-10
Air conditioner specification label.............. 9-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ................ 4-10, 9-8
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ....... 4-8
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-2
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-2
Air conditioner operation, Semiautomatic ......... 4-5
Air flow charts ................................................... 4-5
Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................ 5-4
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap ......................................... 1-41
Antenna........................................................... 4-31
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 5-32
Anti-lock brake warning light............................. 2-9Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ............................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ............................. 7-3
Armrest ............................................................. 1-9
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) .... 2-26
ATP warning light ........................................... 2-10
Audible reminders ........................................... 2-15
Audio operation precautions ........................... 4-12
Audio system .................................................. 4-11
Steering wheel audio controls ................... 4-30
Automatic
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-16
Drive positioner ......................................... 3-16
Driving with automatic
transmission ....................................... 5-6, 5-10
Seat positioner, seat ................................. 3-16
Transmission park warning light ............... 2-10
Transmission selector lever lock release .. 5-13
Avoiding collision and rollover .......................... 5-4
B
Battery............................................................. 8-21
Battery saver system................................. 2-20
Battery replacement, (See remote keyless entry
system) ............................................................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-9
Belts (See drive belts) .................................... 8-22Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................... 5-32
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-18
Brake booster ............................................ 8-26
Brake fluid ................................................. 8-18
Brake pedal ............................................... 8-25
Brake pedal check..................................... 8-26
Brake system............................................. 5-32
Parking brake check ........................ 5-16, 8-25
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-16
Warning light ............................................. 2-10
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-19
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-9
Bulb replacement ............................................ 8-30
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ................................... 4-32
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) ........ 2-33
Cargo net ........................................................ 2-33
Cassette player (See audio system) .... 4-16, 4-23,
4-28
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst............ 5-3
CD care and cleaning ..................................... 4-26
Child restraints ................................................ 1-31
Installation on front passenger seat .......... 1-42
Installation on rear seat outboard
positions .................................................... 1-35
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Installation on rear seat center position .... 1-33
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-31
Top tether strap anchor point locations .... 1-41
With top tether strap.................................. 1-40
Child safety ..................................................... 1-24
Child safety rear door lock................................ 3-4
Chimes, Audible reminders............................. 2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtray .......................... 2-26
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................ 8-28
Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-3
Clock ............................................................... 2-25
Clutch
Clutch pedal .............................................. 8-27
Fluid ........................................................... 8-18
Clutch housing drain (4x4 only) ...................... 8-40
Cold weather driving ....................................... 5-34
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ........................................................... 4-17
Compact spare tire ......................................... 8-39
Compass display .............................................. 2-7
Console box .................................................... 2-30
Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls ............. 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)................................................... 4-8
Heater and semiautomatic air conditioner .. 4-3
Steering wheel audio controls ................... 4-30
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant .......................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-9
Corrosion protection ......................................... 7-4
Cover, Tonneau cover .................................... 2-33Cruise control.................................................. 5-17
Cup holders .................................................... 2-28
D
Daytime running light system ......................... 2-21
Defogger switch, Glass hatch and outside mirror
defogger switch............................................... 2-19
Dimensions and weights ................................. 9-11
Door open warning light ................................. 2-11
Drive belts ....................................................... 8-22
Drive positioner, Automatic ............................. 3-16
Driving
Cold weather driving ................................. 5-34
Driving with automatic transmission .. 5-6, 5-10
Driving with manual transmission ...... 5-7, 5-14
On-pavement and offroad driving ............... 5-3
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Safety precautions....................................... 5-4
E
Economy, Fuel ................................................ 5-19
Electric sunroof ............................................... 2-36
Emission control information label .................. 9-14
Emission control system warranty .................. 9-22
Engine
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-9
Block heater .............................................. 5-35
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant .......................... 8-10
Changing engine oil .................................. 8-14Changing engine oil filter .......................... 8-15
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-9
Checking engine oil level .......................... 8-13
Coolant temperature gauge ........................ 2-4
Engine compartment check locations ......... 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................ 8-9
Engine oil................................................... 8-13
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation..... 9-6
Engine oil viscosity ...................................... 9-6
Engine serial number ................................ 9-13
Engine specifications................................... 9-9
If your vehicle overheats ........................... 6-11
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-9
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...................... 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label........................... 9-13
Filter, Air cleaner housing filter ....................... 8-23
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch) ............................................................. 2-23
Flat tire .............................................................. 6-2
Floor mat cleaning ............................................ 7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-16
Brake and clutch fluid................................ 8-18
Brake fluid ................................................. 8-18
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................................................... 9-2
Engine coolant............................................. 8-9
Engine oil................................................... 8-13
Power steering fluid................................... 8-18
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-20
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