brake NISSAN PATHFINDER 2023 User Guide

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the electric power steering
warning light illuminates. Af ter starting the
engine, the electric power steering
warning light turns off. This indicates the
power steering is operational.
If the electric power steering warning light
illuminates while the engine is running, it
may indicate the power steering is not
functioning properly and may need servic-
ing. Have the power steering checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
When the electric power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the steer-
ing, but you will still have control of the
vehicle. At this time, greater steering effort
is required to operate the steering wheel,
especially in sharp turns and at low speeds.
For additional information, see “Power
steering” (P. 5-174).
Electronic parking brake
warning light (if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the electronic parking brake warning
light illuminates and then turns off.The electronic parking brake system
warning light functions for the electronic
parking brake system. If the warning light
illuminates, it may indicate the electronic
parking brake system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
For additional information, see “Parking
brake” (P. 5-26).
Front passenger air bag
status light
The front passenger air bag status light will
be lit and the passenger front air bag will be
off depending on how the front passenger
seat is being used.
For additional information, see “Front pas-
senger air bag and status light” (P. 1-71).
Hill descent control system
ON indicator 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 sys-
tem may not be functioning properly. Have
the system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
For additional information, see “Hill descent
control switch” (P. 2-94) or “Hill descent con-
trol system” (P. 5-182).
Low tire pressure warning
light (if so equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring System (TPMS) that moni-
tors the tire pressure of all tires except the
spare.
The low tire pressure warning light warns
of low tire pressure or indicates that the
TPMS is not functioning properly.
Af ter the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light illuminates for about 1
second and turns off.
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While the VDC system is operating, you
might feel a slight vibration or hear the sys-
tem working when starting the vehicle or
accelerating, but this is normal.
WARNING
The VDC should remain on unless free-
ing a vehicle from mud or snow.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
(other)
For additional information on warnings
and indicators, see “Vehicle information
display–7 inch (18 cm) Type A” (P. 2-23) or
“Vehicle information display—12.3 inch (31
cm) Type B” (P. 2-48).
Automatic brake hold
indicator light (white/green)
(if so equipped)
The automatic brake hold indicator light
(white) illuminates when the automatic
brake hold system is on standby.
The automatic brake hold indicator light
(green) illuminates when the automatic
brake hold system is operating.
For additional information, see “Automatic
brake hold” (P. 5-28).
Front fog light indicator
light (green) (if so
equipped)
The front fog light indicator light illumi-
nates when the front fog lights are on. For
additional information, see “Fog light
switch” (P. 2-89).
High Beam Assist indicator
light (green) (if so equipped)
This indicator light illuminates when the
headlights come on while the headlight
switch is in the AUTO position with the high
beams selected and the engine running.
This indicates that the high beam assist is
operational.
For additional information, see “Headlight
and turn signal switch” (P. 2-82).
High beam indicator light
(blue) (if so equipped)
This blue light comes on when the head-
light high beams are on and goes out when
the low beams are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes
on when the passing signal is activated.
Low beam indicator light
(green) (if so equipped)
This light comes on when the switch is
turned to theposition. The headlights
will come on; and the front side, tail, num-
ber plate, and instrument lights remain on.
Side light and headlight
indicator light (green) (if so
equipped)
The side light and headlight indicator light
illuminates when the side light or head-
lights are on (not including the Daytime
Running Lights (DRL) system or signature
lights). If the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, the side light and headlight indi-
cator light will illuminate when the head-
lights turn on. For additional information,
see “Headlight and turn signal switch”
(P. 2-82).
Turn signal/hazard
indicator lights (green) (if
so equipped)
The appropriate light flashes when the turn
signal switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is
turned on.
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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 mo-
tion, whether or not the brake pedal is de-
pressed. 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 (if so
equipped)
A chime sounds if the driver's door is
opened while the ignition switch is placed
in the AUTO ACC or OFF position or placed
in the OFF or LOCK position with the Intelli-
gent Key lef t in the vehicle. Make sure the
ignition switch is placed in the LOCK posi-
tion, and take the Intelligent Key with you
when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF
position, a chime sounds when the driver's
door is opened if the headlights or parking
lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off or to
AUTO before leaving the vehicle.
NISSAN Intelligent Key® door
buzzer
The Intelligent Key door buzzer sounds if
any one of the following improper opera-
tions is found.
• The Intelligent Key is lef t inside the vehiclewhen locking the doors.
• The Intelligent Key is taken outside the vehicle when operating the vehicle.
When the buzzer sounds, be sure to check
both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key. For
additional information, see “NISSAN Intelli-
gent Key® system” (P. 3-7). The vehicle information display is located
to the lef t of the speedometer. It displays
such items as:
• Vehicle settings
• Indicators and warnings
• Information/warning messages
• Tire pressure information
• Drive computer information
• Cruise control system information
• Driving Aids (if so equipped)
• ProPILOT Assist (if so equipped)
• NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation
information
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY 7
INCH (18 cm) TYPE A (if so equipped)
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Driver Assistance
The driver assistance menu allows the user to change the various driving aids, parking aids and braking features.
Some menu items shown below may not be equipped on your vehicle.
Menu itemExplanation
Steering Assist Allows user to turn the Steering Assist of the ProPILOT Assist system on or off. For additional information, see “ProPILOT As-
sist” (P. 5-88).
Lane Assist Displays available lane options.
Warning Allows user to turn the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system on or off. For additional information, see “Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)” (P. 5-38).
Intervention Allows user to turn Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) system on or off. For additional information, see “Intelligent Lane Inter-
vention (I-LI)” (P. 5-45).
Blind Spot Assist Displays available blind spot options.
Warning Allows user to turn the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system on or off. For additional information, see “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)”
(P. 5-52).
Intervention Allows user to turn the Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) system on or off. For additional information, see “Intelligent
Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)” (P. 5-65).
Emergency Assist Displays available emergency brake options.
Front Allows user to turn the front emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, see “Automatic Emergency
Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” (P. 5-137) and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)” (P. 5-149).
Rear Allows user to turn the rear emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Braking
(RAB)” (P. 5-130).
Speed Limit Sign Allows user to turn the Speed Limit Sign on or off. For additional information, see “Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)” (P. 5-35).
Speed Adjust by Route Allows user to turn the speed adjust by route feature on or off.
Spd.Limit Assist Allows user to turn the speed limit assist to OFF, Manual or Auto.
Parking Aids Displays available parking aids.
Moving Object Allows user to turn the Moving Object Detection (MOD) on or off. For additional information, see “Moving Object Detection
(MOD)” (P. 4-26).
Auto Show Sonar Allows user to auto display the sonar. For additional information, see “Front and rear sonar system” (P. 5-183).
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
The following messages may appear in
your vehicle information display.
Engine start operation for
Intelligent Key system (if
I-Key battery level is low)
This indicator appears when the battery of
the Intelligent Key is low and when the In-
telligent Key system and the vehicle are not
communicating normally.
If this appears, touch the ignition switch
with the Intelligent Key while depressing
the brake pedal. For additional information,
see “NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery dis-
charge” (P. 5-15).
Key ID Incorrect
This warning appears when the ignition
switch is placed from the OFF position and
the Intelligent Key is not recognized by the
system. You cannot start the engine with
an unregistered key.
For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key® system” (P. 3-7).
Key System Error: See
Owner’s Manual
Af ter the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this warning appears for a period
of time and then turns off.
The Key System Error message warns of a
malfunction with the Intelligent Key sys-
tem. If the warning appears while the en-
gine is stopped, it may be impossible to
start the engine.
If the warning appears while the engine is
running, you can drive the vehicle. However,
in these cases, have the system checked. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Key Battery Low
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the bat-
tery with a new one. For additional infor-
mation, see “Battery replacement” (P. 8-24).
No Key Detected
This warning appears when the Intelligent
Key is lef t outside the vehicle with the igni-
tion switch in the ON position. Make sure
the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key® system” (P. 3-7).
Brightness indicator
This indicator shows the brightness ad-
justment of the instrument panel. For addi-
tional information, see “Instrument bright-
ness control” (P. 2-88).
Caution Steep slope
This indicator appears, and a chime
sounds when the automatic brake hold
function is activated while the vehicle is on
a steep hill. Apply the foot brake to stop the
vehicle from moving. For additional infor-
mation, see “Automatic brake hold” (P. 5-28).
Chassis Control System Error See
Owner’s Manual
This warning appears if the chassis control
module detects a malfunction in the chas-
sis control system. Have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. For addi-
tional information, see “Chassis Control”
(P. 5-181).
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Low Fuel
This warning appears when the fuel level in
the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon
as it is convenient, preferably before the
fuel gauge reaches 0 (Empty).There will be
a small reserve of fuel in the tank when
the fuel gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty).
Low Outside Temperature
This warning appears if the outside tem-
perature is below 37°F (3°C). The tempera-
ture can be changed to display in Celsius or
Fahrenheit. For additional information, see
“Driver Assistance” (P. 2-30).
Low Washer Fluid
This warning appears when the
windshield-washer fluid is at a low level.
Add windshield-washer fluid as necessary.
For additional information, see
“Windshield-washer fluid” (P. 8-11).
Neutral Hold Mode activated
This message appears when the Neutral
hold mode is activated. To exit the Neutral
hold mode, place the vehicle in any other
shif t position other than N (Neutral). For
additional information, see “Neutral hold
mode function” (P. 5-23).
Neutral Hold Mode was not activated
This message appears when the Neutral
hold mode is unavailable. To activate the
Neutral hold mode, wait for a while without
shif ting and then perform the operations
again. For additional information, see “Neu-
tral hold mode function” (P. 5-23).
Neutral Hold Mode guidance
This message appears af ter approxi-
mately 5 seconds when the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position while the shif t
position is in the N (Neutral) position (Neu-
tral hold mode is available). For additional
information, see “Neutral hold mode func-
tion” (P. 5-23).
Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’s
Manual
This warning appears when there is an er-
ror with the system. For additional informa-
tion, see “Front and rear sonar system”
(P. 5-183).
Power will turn off to save the battery
Under the specific conditions, this warning
may appear in the vehicle information dis-
play af ter a period of time if the ignition
switch is in the ON position and if the ve- hicle is in P (Park). For additional informa-
tion, see “Push-button ignition switch posi-
tions” (P. 5-14).
Power turned off to save the battery
Under the specific conditions, this warning
may appear af ter the ignition switch is au-
tomatically turned off. For additional infor-
mation, see “Push-button ignition switch
positions” (P. 5-14).
Press Brake Pedal to
prevent rolling
This warning appears in the following situ-
ations:
• The driver tries to release the electronic
parking brake manually without depress-
ing the brake pedal.
• The vehicle is stopped on a steep hill and there is a possibility of moving backward,
even if the electronic parking brake is
applied.
• This warning appears and chime sounds if the vehicle moves while the automatic
brake hold function is activated. Apply the
foot brake to stop the vehicle moving.
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Press brake to operate
switch
This indicator appears if the automatic
brake hold switch is pushed without de-
pressing the brake pedal while the auto-
matic brake hold function is activated. De-
press the brake pedal and push the switch
to deactivate the automatic brake hold
function.
For additional information, see “Automatic
brake hold” (P. 5-28).
Push brake and start
switch to drive
This indicator appears when the shif t posi-
tion is in the P (Park) position.
This indicator also appears when the ve-
hicle has been started using the Remote
Engine Start (if so equipped) function.
This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch with
the brake pedal depressed. You can start
the engine from any position of the ignition
switch.
Rear seat belt warning
• This warning includes display of the seatbelts for rear positions only. Rear seat
belts that are unfastened will appear red.
• If any rear seat belts are unfastened when the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, this warning will display for
about one minute, or until dismissed.
• When a rear seat belt is changed from fastened to unfastened, this warning will
display for over one minute, or until dis-
missed, and the seat belt warning light
will turn on.
• If the vehicle is driven above 9 mph (15 km/h) during or af ter the status change,
this warning will display, the seat belt
warning light will blink, and the chime will
sound for over one minute. During this
time, the warning and chime cannot be
dismissed unless the rear seat belt is fas-
tened again. Once the seat belt warning
light and chime have turned off, the dis-
play will remain until dismissed.
NOTE:
•While it appears, this message will also
display the status of all doors and rear
hatch.
• Opening and closing a rear door while
stopped will reset this warning, similar
to pushing the ignition switch to ON
again.
Reminder: Turn OFF
headlights
This warning appears when the headlights
are lef t in the ON position when exiting the
vehicle. Place the headlight switch in the
OFF or AUTO position. For additional infor-
mation, see “Headlight and turn signal
switch” (P. 2-82).
Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
This warning may appear if the extended
storage switch is not pushed in. When this
warning appears, push in the extended
storage switch to turn off the warning. For
additional information, see “Extended stor-
age switch” (P. 2-106).
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Steep Slope Apply foot
brake
This indicator appears, and chime sounds
if the “Caution Steep slope” indicator has
appeared over about 3 minutes. Then the
parking brake will automatically be applied
and the brake force of the automatic brake
hold will be released, and the vehicle may
move or roll away unexpectedly. Apply the
foot brake to stop the vehicle moving.
For additional information, see “Automatic
brake hold” (P. 5-28).
Time for a break?
This indicator appears when the set time is
reached. The time can be set up to six
hours. For additional information, see “Set-
tings” (P. 2-29).
Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
This warning appears when the low tire
pressure warning light in the meter illumi-
nates and low tire pressure is detected. The
warning appears each time the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position as long
as the low tire pressure warning light re-
mains illuminated. If this warning appears,
stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pres-
sures of all four tires to the recommendedCOLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For additional
information, see “Low tire pressure warning
light” (P. 2-18) and “Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)” (P. 5-5).
TPMS Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears when there is an er-
ror with your TPMS. If this warning appears,
have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Transmission Shif t Position
indicator
This indicator shows the transmission shif t
position.
When parked apply parking
brake
This message appears when a malfunc-
tion occurs in the electric shif t control sys-
tem below 6 mph (10 km/h).
Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
4WD Error: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears when the 4-Wheel
Drive (4WD) system is not functioning prop-
erly while the engine is running. Reduce
vehicle speed and have your vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible. For additional information, see
“Intelligent 4x4 (I-4x4)” (P. 5-171).
4WD High Temp. Stop Vehicle
This warning appears when the oil tem-
perature of the powertrain parts will in-
crease due to the difference in rotation be-
tween the front and rear wheels is large
(wheel slip), such as when driving the ve-
hicle on rough roads, through sand or mud,
or freeing a stuck vehicle. If this warning is
displayed, stop the vehicle with the engine
idling, as soon as it is safe to do so. In these
cases, the 4WD changes to 2WD to protect
the powertrain parts. Then if the warning
turns off, you can continue 4WD driving.
Tire Size Incorrect See Owner’s
Manual
This warning may appear if there is a large
difference between the diameters of the
front and rear wheels. Pull off the road in a
safe area, with the engine idling. Check that
all the tire sizes, brand, construction and
tread patterns are the same, that the tire
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If you want to use the Steering Assist sys-
tem again, cancel the ProPILOT Assist sys-
tem and set it again when lane markers are
clearly visible.
Not Available Front Camera
Obstructed
This message may appear when the Steer-
ing Assist system is engaged.
Under the following conditions, the Steer-
ing Assist system is automatically
canceled:
• The camera area of the windshield isfogged up or covered with dirt, water
drops, ice, snow, etc.
• Strong light, such as sunlight or high beams from oncoming vehicles, enter
the front camera.
Not Available Parking Brake On
This message may appear when the ProPI-
LOT Assist system is engaged.
Under the following condition, the ProPILOT
Assist system is automatically canceled:
• The electronic parking brake is applied.
The above system cannot be used when
the electronic parking is activated.
For additional information, see "ProPILOT
Assist (P. 5-88) and “Parking brake” (P. 5-26).
Not Available Poor Road Conditions
This message may appear when the ProPI-
LOT Assist system, Intelligent Blind Spot In-
tervention (I-BSI) or the Intelligent Lane In-
tervention (I-LI) system is engaged.
Under the following conditions, the ProPI-
LOT Assist system, Intelligent Blind Spot In-
tervention (I-BSI) or the Intelligent Lane In-
tervention (I-LI) system is automatically
canceled:
• When the VDC system operates
• When a wheel slips
The above system cannot be used in some
situations (VDC operates, wheel slip and
VDC system is off.)
Not Available Seat Belt Not Fastened
This message may appear when the ProPI-
LOT Assist system is engaged.
Under the following condition, the ProPILOT
Assist system is automatically canceled:
• When the driver’s seat belt is not fastened
The above system cannot be used when
the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
Not Available System Malfunction
This warning appears when one or more of
the following systems (if so equipped) is
not functioning properly.
• ProPILOT Assist
• Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
• Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
• Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)
If one or more of these warnings appear,
have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
For additional information, see ProPILOT
Assist” (P. 5-88), Intelligent Blind Spot Inter-
vention (I-BSI)” (P. 5-65), “Blind Spot Warning
(BSW)” (P. 5-52), “Lane Departure Warning
(LDW)” (P. 5-38) or “Intelligent Lane Interven-
tion (I-LI)” (P. 5-45).
ProPILOT Assist indicators
These indicators show the ProPILOT Assist
system status. The status is shown by
color. For additional information, see “Pro-
PILOT Assist” (P. 5-88).
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Driver Assistance
The driver assistance menu allows the user to change the various driving aids, parking aids and braking features.
Some menu items shown below may not be equipped on your vehicle.
Menu itemExplanation
Steering Assist Allows user to turn the Steering Assist of the ProPILOT Assist system on or off. For additional information, see
“ProPILOT Assist” (P. 5-88).
Lane Assist Displays available lane options.
Warning Allows user to turn the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system on or off. For additional information, see “Lane De-
parture Warning (LDW)” (P. 5-38).
Intervention Allows user to turn Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) system on or off. For additional information, see “Intelligent
Lane Intervention (I-LI)” (P. 5-45).
Blind Spot Assist Displays available blind spot options.
Warning Allows user to turn the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system on or off. For additional information, see “Blind Spot
Warning (BSW)” (P. 5-52).
Intervention Allows user to turn the Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) system on or off. For additional information, see
“Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)” (P. 5-65).
Emergency Assist Displays available emergency brake options.
Front Allows user to turn the front emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, see “Automatic
Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” (P. 5-137) and “Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)”
(P. 5-149).
Rear Allows user to turn the rear emergency braking system on or off. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic
Braking (RAB)” (P. 5-130).
Speed Limit Sign Allows user to turn the Speed Limit Sign on or off. For additional information, see “Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)”
(P. 5-35).
Speed Adjust by Route Allows user to turn the speed adjust by route feature on or off.
Spd.Limit Assist Allows user to turn the speed limit assist to OFF, Manual or Auto.
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