climate control NISSAN PATHFINDER 2008 R51 / 3.G Owners Manual

Table of
ContentsIllustrated table of contents
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Technical and consumer information
Index
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16. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-33)
17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-21)
18. Storage
19. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-49)
20. Climate controls (P. 4-36, 4-44)
21. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-31)
22. Ignition switch (P. 5-8)
23. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-24)
24. Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped)
25. Pedal position adjustment switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-24)
26. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-28)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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Front passenger air bag and status light
WARNING
The front passenger air bag is designed to
automatically turn OFF under some con-
ditions. Read this section carefully to
learn how it operates. Proper use of the
seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec-
essary for most effective protection. Fail-
ure to follow all instructions in this
manual concerning the use of seats, seat
belts and child restraints can increase the
risk or severity of injury in an accident.Status light
The front passenger air bag status light
is
located near the climate controls. The light oper-
ates as follows:
cUnoccupied passenger’s seat: The
is
OFF and the front passenger air bag is OFF
and will not inflate in a crash.
cPassenger’s seat occupied by a small adult,
child or child restraint as outlined in this
section: The
illuminates to indicate
that the front passenger air bag is OFF and
will not inflate in a crash.
cOccupied passenger seat and the passen-
ger meet the conditions outlined in this sec-
tion: The light
is OFF to indicate that
the front passenger air bag is operational.
Front passenger air bag
The front passenger air bag is designed to auto-
matically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated
under some conditions as described below in
accordance with U.S. regulations. If the front
passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a
crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your
vehicle are not part of this system.
The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce
the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag
to certain front passenger seat occupants, suchas children, by requiring the air bag to be auto-
matically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used
to meet the requirements.
One sensor used is the occupant classification
sensor (pressure sensor) . It is in the bottom of the
front passenger seat cushion and is designed to
detect an occupant and objects on the seat by
weight. It works together with seat belt sensors
described later. For example, if a child is in the
front passenger seat, the advanced air bag sys-
tem is designed to turn the passenger air bag
OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a
child restraint of the type specified in the regula-
tions is on the seat, its weight and the child’s
weight can be detected and cause the air bag to
turn OFF. Occupant classification sensor opera-
tion can vary depending on the front passenger
seat belt sensors.
The front passenger seat belt sensors are de-
signed to detect if the seat belt is buckled and the
amount of tension on the seat belt, such as when
it is in the Automatic Locking Retractor mode
(child restraint mode) . Based on the weight on
the seat detected by the occupant classification
sensor and the belt tension detected on the seat
belt, the Advanced Air Bag System determines
whether the front passenger air bag should be
automatically turned OFF as required by the
regulations.
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16. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-33)
17. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-21)
18. Storage
19. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-49)
20. Climate controls (P. 4-36, 4-44)
21. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-31)
22. Ignition switch (P. 5-8)
23. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-24)
24. Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped)
25. Pedal position adjustment switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-24)
26. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-28)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
1. Warning/indicator lights
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Fuel gauge
5. Voltmeter6. Odometer/Twin trip odometer/Trip com-
puter (if so equipped)
7. Engine oil pressure gauge
8. Engine coolant temperature gauge
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METERS AND GAUGES
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Your vehicle has two types of security systems:
cVehicle security system
cNISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual and
audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors
when the system is armed. It is not, however, a
motion detection type system that activates when
a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot
prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or
exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al-
ways secure your vehicle even if parking for abrief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition,
and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be
aware of your surroundings, and park in secure,
well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection, such
as component locks, identification markers, and
tracking systems, are available at auto supply
stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer
may also offer such equipment. Check with your
insurance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various theft protection features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows and the glass hatch.(The
system can be armed even if the win-
dows are open. However, the glass
hatch must be closed.)
2. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion and remove the key.
3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors
can be locked with:
cthe power door lock switch (if the door is
opened, locked and then closed) .
cthe key — master or mechanical (Intelli-
gent Key models) .cany request switch (Intelligent Key mod-
els) .
cthe keyfob or Intelligent Key.
Keyfob and Intelligent Key operation:
cPush the
button. All doors lock.
The hazard lights flash twice and the horn
beeps once to indicate all doors are
locked.
cWhen the
button is pushed with
all doors locked, the hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once as a re-
minder that the doors are already locked.
The horn may or may not beep. Refer to
“Silencing the horn beep feature” in the Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section or
“Comfort & Convenience settings” in the
“Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems” section.
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NOTE:
You can turn on or turn off the driving
speed dependent intermittent wiper func-
tion for vehicles with navigation system.
Refer to “Comfort & Convenience settings”
in the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and
voice recognition systems” section later in
this manual.
s2Low (LO) — continuous low speed operation
s3High (HI) — continuous high speed opera-
tion
Push the lever up
s4to have one sweep opera-
tion (MIST) of the wiper.
Pull the lever toward you
s5to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several times.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
cDo not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
cDo not operate the washer if the reser-
voir tank is empty.
cDo not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
cPre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concen-
trate and water.The rear window wiper and washer operate when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position
to operate the wiper.
s1Intermittent (INT) – intermittent operation
(not adjustable)
s2ON – continuous low speed operation
Push the switch forward
s3to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several times.
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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH
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4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems
Control panel buttons — color screen without
Navigation System (if so equipped)..................4-2
How to use the NISSAN controller...............4-3
How to select menus on the screen..............4-4
How to use the STATUS button..................4-4
How to use the INFO button.....................4-4
How to use the SETTING button.................4-9
OFF button.............................4-15
Control panel buttons — color screen with
Navigation System (if so equipped).................4-16
How to use the NISSAN controller..............4-17
How to use the touch screen...................4-17
Start-up screen...............................4-19
How to select menus on the screen.............4-19
How to use the STATUS button.................4-20
How to use the INFO button....................4-20
How to use the SETTING button................4-25
OFF button.............................4-33
Rearview monitor (if so equipped)..................4-33
How to read the displayed lines.................4-33
Adjusting the screen...........................4-34
Operating tips.................................4-34Ventilators.......................................4-35
Heater and air conditioner (manual).................4-36
Controls......................................4-37
Heater operation..............................4-38
Air conditioner operation (if so equipped)........4-39
Air flow charts.................................4-40
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)..............4-44
Automatic operation...........................4-44
Manual operation..............................4-45
Operating tips.................................4-45
Rear seat air conditioner..........................4-46
Controls......................................4-47
Servicing air conditioner...........................4-47
Audio system....................................4-47
Radio........................................4-47
FM radio reception............................4-48
AM radio reception............................4-48
Satellite radio reception (if so equipped).........4-48
Audio operation precautions....................4-49
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD) player
(if so equipped)...............................4-54
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WARNING
cPositioning of the heating or air condi-
tioning controls and display controls
should not be done while driving in or-
der that full attention may be given to
the driving operation.
cDo not disassemble or modify this sys-
tem. If you do, it may result in accidents,
fire, or electrical shock.
cDo not use this system if you notice any
abnormality, such as a frozen screen or
lack of sound. Continued use of the
system may result in accident, fire or
electric shock.
cIn case you notice any foreign object in
the system hardware, spill liquid on it,
or notice smoke or smell coming from
it, stop using the system immediately
and contact your nearest NISSAN
dealer. Ignoring such conditions may
lead to accidents, fire or electrical
shock.
1. NISSAN controller (P. 4-3)
2. STATUS button (P. 4-4)
3. + (brightness control) button
4.
OFF brightness control button
(P. 4-15)5. INFO button (P. 4-4)
6. – (brightness control) button
7. SETTING button (P. 4-9)
8. BACK (previous) button (P. 4-3)
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CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS — COLOR
SCREEN WITHOUT NAVIGATION
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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When you use this system, make sure the engine
is running.
If you use the system with the engine not
running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long
time, it will discharge the battery, and the
engine will not start.
Reference symbols:
ENTER button — This is a button on the control
panel.
“Display” key — This is a select key on the screen.
By selecting this key you can proceed to the next
function.
HOW TO USE THE NISSAN
CONTROLLER
Use the NISSAN controller to choose an item on
the display screen. Select an item on the display
using the main directional buttons
s2or the
center dial
s3. Then press the ENTER buttons1
to select the item or perform the action.
The BACK button
s4button has two functions:
cGo back to the previous display (cancel) .
If you press the BACK button
s4during setup,
the setup will be canceled and/or the display will
return to the previous screen.cFinish setup.
In some screens pressing the BACK button
s4
accepts the changes made during setup.
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HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
SCREEN
Vehicle functions are viewed on the center dis-
play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec-
tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different
areas on the screen provide you with important
information. See the following for details.
1. Header:
Shows the path used to get to the current
screen (for example, press the SETTING
button > then select the “Audio” key) .
2. Menu Selections:
Shows the options to choose within that
menu screen (for example, Bass, etc.) .3. UP/DOWN Movement Indicator:
Shows that the NISSAN controller may be
used to move UP/DOWN on the screen and
select more options.
4. Screen Count:
Shows the number of menu selections avail-
able for that screen (for example, 5/6) .
5. Footer/Information Line:
Provides more information (if available)
about the menu selection currently high-
lighted (for example, Enhances stereo imag-
ing and sound) .
HOW TO USE THE STATUS
BUTTON
To display the status of the audio, climate control
system and fuel consumption, press the STATUS
button.
The following information will appear when the
STATUS button is pressed:
Audio!Audio and climate control system!
Audio, climate control temperature settings, av-
erage fuel economy and distance to empty!
AudioHOW TO USE THE INFO BUTTON
Press the INFO button; the display screen shows
vehicle information for your convenience.
The information shown on the screen should be a
guide to determine the condition of the vehicle.
See the following for details.
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