Tow mode NISSAN PATHFINDER 2015 R52 / 4.G Owners Manual

20. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFFswitch (P. 2-42)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-43)
Liftgate release switch (if so equipped)
(P. 3-23)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-41)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-42)
Power liftgate main switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-23)
Blind Spot Warning switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-19)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-27)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
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Indicatorlight Name Page
Security indicator
light 2-17
Side light and head-
light indicator
(green)2-17
Slip indicator light 2-17
Tow mode ON indi-
cator light
2-17
Turn signal/hazard
indicator lights2-17
Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) off
indicator light2-17
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Fastening the seat belts
1. Adjust the seat. For additional information,refer to “Seats” in this section. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor
and insert the tongue into the buckle
2until
you hear and feel the latch engage.
● The retractor is designed to lock dur-
ing a sudden stop or on impact. A
slow pulling motion permits the seat
belt to move and allows you some
freedom of movement in the seat.
● If the seat belt cannot be pulled from
its fully retracted position, firmly pull
the belt and release it. Then
smoothly pull the belt out of the re-
tractor. 3. Position the lap belt portion
low and snug
on the hips3as shown.
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack
4. Be sure
the shoulder belt is routed over your shoul-
der and across your chest.
The front passenger seat and the rear seating
positions three-point seat belts have two modes
of operation: ● Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
● Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Front seat shown
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meter and gauges .................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-5
Fuel gauge ....................................2-6
Compass display (if so equipped) ...................2-6
Compass display ...............................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......2-10
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-11
Warning lights ................................ 2-11
Indicator lights ................................ 2-15
Audible reminders ............................. 2-17
Vehicle Information Display ........................2-18
How to use the vehicle information display .......2-18
Startup display ................................ 2-19
Settings ...................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-25
Security systems ................................. 2-28
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-28
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............2-29
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-30Switch operation
.............................. 2-31
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..............2-32
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-33
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-33
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-34
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-36
Instrument brightness control ...................2-36
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-36
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-37
Horn ............................................ 2-38
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................2-38
Heated 2nd row seats (if so equipped) ..............2-39
Climate controlled seat switch (if so equipped) ......2-40
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) .............2-41
V

ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-42
Power inverter switch (if so equipped) ..............2-42
Tow mode switch ................................. 2-43
Power outlets .................................... 2-43
12v outlets ................................... 2-43
120v outlet (if so equipped) ....................2-45
Storage ......................................... 2-45
Map pockets .................................. 2-45

20. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFFswitch (P. 2-42)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-43)
Liftgate release switch (if so equipped)
(P. 3-23)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-41)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-42)
Power liftgate main switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-23)
Blind Spot Warning switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-19)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-27)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
1. Tachometer
2. Warning/indicator lights
3. Vehicle Information Display
4. Speedometer 5. Fuel gauge
6. Odometer/Twin trip odometer
7. Engine coolant temperature gauge
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METER AND GAUGES
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning lightPower steering warning lightOverdrive OFF indicator light
orBrake warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeSecurity indicator light
Charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSide light and headlight indicator light (green)
Engine oil pressure warning lightContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator lightSlip indicator light
High temperature warning lightFront fog light indicator light (if so equipped)Tow mode ON indicator light
Low fuel warning lightFront passenger air bag status lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Low windshield-washer fluid warning lightHill descent control indicator light
(if so equipped)
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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Hill descent control system onindicator light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on briefly and then turns
off.
The light comes on when the hill descent control
system is activated.
If the hill descent control switch is on and the
indicator light blinks, the system is not engaged.
If the indicator light does not come on when the
hill descent switch is on, the system may not be
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
For additional information, refer to “Hill descent
control system on indicator light” in this section
and “Hill descent control system” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.
The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle
has at least 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of fuel in the
fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 sec-
onds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the
engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle is
not ready for an emission control system
inspection/maintenance test. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Readiness for
inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section of this manual.
Operation
The MIL will come on in one of two ways:
● MIL on steady — An emission control system
malfunction has been detected. Check the
fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning appears in the vehicle information
display. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or miss-
ing, tighten or install the cap and continue to
drive the vehicle. The
light should turn
off after a few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer. ●
MIL blinking — An engine misfire has been
detected which may damage the emission
control system. To reduce or avoid emission
control system damage:
– do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h).
– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
– avoid steep uphill grades.
– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.
You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Overdrive OFF indicator light
The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when
the overdrive off mode is selected.
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For additional information, refer to “Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Security indicator light
This light blinks when the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position.
The blinking security indicator light indicates that
the security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.
For additional information, refer to “Security sys-
tems” in this section.
Side light and headlightindicator light (green)
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlight position is
selected. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator will blink when the VDC system is
operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that
the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is
nearing its traction limits.
You may feel or hear the system working; this is
normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the
VDC system stops limiting wheel spin.
The
indicator light also comes on when
you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
The light will turn off after approximately 2 sec-
onds if the system is operational. If the light does
not come on have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
Tow mode ON indicator light
This light comes on when the tow mode function
is ON.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal
switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned
on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator light
This indicator light comes on when the VDC off
switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the VDC
system is not operating. Push the VDC off switch again or restart the
engine and the system will operate normally. For
additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
The VDC light also comes on when you place the
ignition switch in the ON position. The light will
turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is
operational. If the light stays on or comes on
along with the
indicator light while you are
driving, have the VDC system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
While the VDC system is operating, you might
feel slight vibration or hear the system working
when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but this
is normal.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
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Tow mode should be used when pulling a heavy
trailer or hauling a heavy load. Driving the vehicle
in the tow mode with no trailer/load or light
trailer/light load will not cause any damage. How-
ever, fuel economy may be reduced, and the
transmission/engine driving characteristics may
feel unusual.
Press the tow mode switch to activate tow mode.
The indicator light on the tow mode switch illumi-
nates when tow mode is selected. Press the tow
mode switch again to turn tow mode OFF.
Tow mode is automatically canceled when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.For additional information, refer to “Tow mode” in
the “Technical and consumer information” in this
section.
12V OUTLETS
The power outlets are for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
The front and center console power outlets are
powered only when the ignition switch is in the
ACC or ON position.
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Instrument Panel (2 outlets may be if so
equipped)
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TOW MODE SWITCH POWER OUTLETS
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●Do not push the sunshade arm with
your hands, etc., as this may deform it.
Improper operation or damage to the
sunshade may result.
● Do not put any object into the sunshade
inlet port as this may result in improper
operation or damage the sunshade.
● Do not hang any object on the arm rail
as this may result in improper operation
or damage the sunshade.
● Do not forcefully pull the sunshade. Do-
ing so may elongate the sunshade. Im-
proper operation or damage to the sun-
shade may result.
Restarting the sunshade switch
If the sunshade does not operate properly, per-
form the following procedure to initialize the sun-
shade operation system.
1. Switch the vehicle ignition to the ACCES- SORY or RUN mode.
2. Press and hold the sunshade close switch.
3. Sunshade will begin moving towards the close position only while the switch is con-
tinually pressed. (this disables the obstacle
detection) .
4. Sunshade will stop for about 4 seconds. 5. Sunshade drive cable will travel in the open
direction for .394 in. (10 mm) then reverse
direction and stop at the normal close posi-
tion.
6. Release the sunshade close switch. Initial- ization procedure is complete.
If the moonroof does not operate properly after
performing the procedure above, have your ve-
hicle checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Auto-reverse function (when closing
the sunshade)
The auto-reverse function can be activated when
the sunshade is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position or for a period of time after the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto-reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the sunshade
occurs.
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all of
the passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
sunshade.
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