tow mode NISSAN PATHFINDER 2017 R52 / 4.G Owners Manual

17. Cruise control main/set switches(if so equipped) (P. 5-38)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-40)
18. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel con-
trol (P. 3-31)
19. Control panel and vehicle information
display switches (P. 2-19)
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
(P. 4-113)
20. Hood release (P. 3-20)
21. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-44)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-46)
Power liftgate main switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-21)
Warning systems switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-44)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-47)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
renthesis for operating details.
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Warninglight Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light 2-11
or
Brake warning light 2-11
Charge warning
light
2-12
Forward Emergency
Braking (FEB) sys-
tem warning light (if
so equipped)2-12
Low tire pressure
warning light
2-12
Master warning light 2-14
Warning
light Name Page
Power steering
warning light 2-14
Seat belt warning
light and chime2-14
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-14
Indicator
light Name Page
Front fog light indi-
cator light (if so
equipped) 2-15
Front passenger air
bag status light
2-15
High beam indicator
light (blue)2-15
Hill descent control
system ON indicator
light (if so equipped)2-15
Indicator
light Name Page
Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL) 2-16
Overdrive OFF indi-
cator light2-16
Security indicator
light2-16
Side light and head-
light indicator light
(green)2-17
Slip indicator light 2-17
TOW mode ON in-
dicator light
2-17
Turn signal/hazard
indicator lights2-17
Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) OFF
indicator light2-17
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractorand insert the tongue into the buckle
Auntil
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 hipsBas shown.
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack
C. 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)
The ELR mode allows the seat belt to extend and
retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks
the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly
or during certain impacts.
The ALR mode (child restraint mode) locks the
seat belt for child restraint installation.
When the ALR mode is activated, the seat belt
cannot be extended again until the seat belt
tongue is detached from the buckle and fully
retracted. The seat belt returns to the ELR mode
after the seat belt fully retracts. For additional
information, refer to “Child restraints” in this sec-
tion.
The ALR mode should be used only for
child restraint installation. During normal
seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR mode
should not be activated. If it is activated, it
may cause uncomfortable seat belt ten-
sion. It can also change the operation of
the front passenger air bag. For additional
information, refer to “Front passenger air
bag and status light” in this section.
WARNING
When fastening the seat belts, be certain
that the seatbacks are completely secured
in the latched position. If they are not
completely secured, passengers may be
injured in an accident or sudden stop.
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-5
Fuel gauge ....................................2-6
Compass (if so equipped) ..........................2-7
Compass display ...............................2-7
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ........................................ 2-10
Checking lights ............................... 2-10
Warning lights ................................ 2-11
Indicator lights ................................ 2-15
Audible reminders ............................. 2-17
Vehicle Information Display ........................2-18
How to use the vehicle information display .......2-19
Startup display ................................ 2-19
Resetting the trip computer .....................2-19
Settings ...................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-26
Security systems ................................. 2-30
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-30NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
.............2-31
Wiper and washer switch ......................... 2-33
Switch operation .............................. 2-33
Rear switch operation .......................... 2-34
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................. 2-35
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-36
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-36
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ..............2-38
Instrument brightness control ...................2-39
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-39
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-40
Horn ............................................ 2-40
Climate controlled seat switches (if so equipped) ....2-40
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..............2-41
Heated 2nd row seat switches (if so equipped) ......2-42
Heated steering

wheel switch (if so equipped) .......2-44
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-44
Hill descent control (HDC) switch (if so equipped) . . . 2-45
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) ............2-46
Tow mode switch ................................. 2-46
E-call (SOS) switch (if so equipped) ................2-47
Power inverter switch (if so equipped) ..............2-47

17. Cruise control main/set switches(if so equipped) (P. 5-38)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-40)
18. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel con-
trol (P. 3-31)
19. Control panel and vehicle information
display switches (P. 2-19)
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
(P. 4-113)
20. Hood release (P. 3-20)
21. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-44)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-46)
Power liftgate main switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-21)
Warning systems switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-44)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-47)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
renthesis for operating details.1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information displayOdometer
Twin trip odometer
4. Speedometer 5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
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METERS AND GAUGES
Instruments and controls2-3

orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeOverdrive OFF indicator light
orBrake warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Charge warning lightFront fog light indicator light (if so equipped)Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) system warn-
ing light (if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status lightSlip indicator light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)TOW mode ON indicator light
Master warning lightHill descent control system ON indicator
light (if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Power steering warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake,
fasten the seat belts and place the ignition switch
in the ON position without starting the engine.
The following lights (if so equipped) will come on:
,or,,
The following lights (if so equipped) will come on
briefly and then go off:
or,,,,
,,
If any light does not come on or operate in a way
other than described, it may indicate a burned-
out bulb and/or a system malfunction. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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For additional information, refer to “Hill Descent
Control (HDC) switch” in this section and “Hill
descent control system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” 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 “Tech-
nical 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 missing, 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. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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.
For additional information, refer to “Driving the
vehicle” 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.
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Side light and headlightindicator light (green)
The side light and headlight indicator light illumi-
nates when the side light or headlights are on
(not including daytime running or signature
lights) . If the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, the side light and headlight indicator
light will illuminate when the headlights turn on.
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. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
TOW mode ON indicator light
This light comes on when the tow mode function
is on.
For additional information, refer to “Tow mode
switch” in this section.
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 has been turned off.
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 indicator 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. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
While the VDC system is operating, you might
feel a 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. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or
OFF position or placed in the OFF or LOCK
position with the Intelligent Key left in the vehicle.
Make sure the ignition switch is placed in the
LOCK position, and take the Intelligent Key with
you when leaving the vehicle.
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The warning systems switch is used to turn on
and off the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system
that is activated using the settings menu on the
vehicle information display.
When the warning systems switch is turned off,
the indicator
1on the switch is off. The indicator
will also be off if the warning system is deacti-
vated using the settings menu. The BSW system will turn on the side indicator
light, located next to the outside mirrors, if the
radar detects a vehicle in the detection zone. If
the turn signal is activated in the direction of the
detected vehicle, a chime sounds twice and the
side indicator light will flash. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
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.
Push the tow mode switch to activate tow mode.
The indicator light on the instrument panel illumi-
nates when tow mode is selected. Push 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.
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WARNING SYSTEMS SWITCH (if so
equipped) TOW MODE SWITCH
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6button
Push to display the phone mode screen.
For additional information, refer to
“Bluetooth® hands-free phone system” in
this section.
7button
This button is used for the vehicle informa-
tion display operation.
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle
information display in theInstruments and
controls section of this manual.
TOUCH PANEL OPERATION
This system is mainly operated with the touch
panel screen.
CAUTION
●The glass screen on the display screen
may break if it is hit with a hard or sharp
object. If the glass screen breaks, do
not touch it. Doing so could result in an
injury. ●
To clean the display, use a soft, dry
cloth. If additional cleaning is neces-
sary, use a small amount of neutral de-
tergent with a soft cloth. Never use a
rough cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or
any kind of solvent or paper towel with
a chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or deteriorate the panel.
● Do not splash any liquid such as water
or car fragrance on the display. Contact
with liquid will cause the system to
malfunction.
WARNING
●ALWAYS give your full attention to
driving.
● Avoid using vehicle features that could
distract you. If distracted, you could
lose control of your vehicle and cause
an accident.
Screen illustrations
● The illustrations in this manual are represen-
tatives of various models and may not be
identical with the design and specifications
of your vehicle.
● Icons and menu items displayed on the
screen may be abbreviated or omitted from
the screen illustrations when appropriate.
The omitted icons and menu items are de-
scribed as dotted lines as illustrated.
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