lights NISSAN PATHFINDER 2023 Manual PDF

•Whenever working on or near a bat-
tery, always wear suitable eye pro-
tectors (for example, goggles or in-
dustrial safety spectacles) and
remove rings, metal bands, or any
other jewelry. Do not lean over the
battery when jump starting.
• Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause
serious injury.
• Your vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.
WARNING
Always follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so could result in damage
to the charging system and cause per-
sonal injury.
1. If the booster battery is in another ve- hicle, position the two vehicles to bring
their batteries near each other.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.
2. Apply the parking brake. Push the park button to shif t to the P (Park) position.
Switch off all unnecessary electrical sys-
tems (lights, heater, air conditioner, etc.). 3. Place the ignition switch to the LOCK or
OFF position.
4. Connect the jumper cables in the se- quence illustrated (
OA,OB,OC,OD).
CAUTION
• Always connect positive (+) to posi-
tive (+) and negative (−) to body
ground (for example, strut mounting
bolt, engine lif t bracket, etc.) — not to
the battery.
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6-12In case of emergency

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-3
Engine cooling system ..........................8-4
Checking engine coolant level ................8-5
Changing engine coolant ....................8-5
Engine oil .......................................8-6
Checking engine oil level .....................8-6
Changing engine oil and oil filter ..............8-6
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .............8-10
Brake fluid ....................................... 8-11
Windshield-washer fluid .........................8-11
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ............8-11
Battery......................................... 8-13
Jump starting ............................... 8-14
Variable voltage control system ................8-15
Drive belt ....................................... 8-15
Spark plugs .................................... 8-16
Replacing spark plugs .......................8-16
Air cleaner ..................................... 8-17
In-cabin microfilter .......................... 8-17Windshield wiper blades
........................8-18
Cleaning .................................... 8-18
Replacing ................................... 8-18
Brakes ......................................... 8-20
Fuses .......................................... 8-20
Engine compartment ....................... 8-21
Passenger compartment ...................8-22
Battery replacement ........................... 8-24
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......................8-24
Lights .......................................... 8-26
Headlights .................................. 8-26
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-26
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-26
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-28
Tire pressure ................................ 8-28
Tire labeling ................................. 8-33
Types of tires ................................ 8-37
Tire chains .................................. 8-38
Changing
wheels and tires .................. 8-39

HEADLIGHTS
For additional information on headlight
bulb replacement, refer to the instructions
outlined in this section.
Replacing the LED headlight bulb
If LED headlight bulb replacement is re-
quired, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped)
For additional information on fog light bulb
replacement, refer to the instructions out-
lined in this section.
Replacing the LED fog light bulb
If LED fog light bulb replacement is re-
quired, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
ItemWattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight assembly* High ——
Low ——
Park/ Daytime running ——
Turn 28/812V28/8W
Side marker ——
Front fog lights (if so equipped)* ——
Door mirror turn signal (if so equipped)* ——
Map light* ——
Footwell light (if so equipped)* ——
Personal lights* 8—
Vanity mirror light (if so equipped)* 5W5W
Cargo light* 5—
Cargo door light* 5—
High-mounted stop light* ——
Rear combination light* Stop/Tail ——
Turn 21WY21W
Side marker 5W5W
Backup (reversing) assembly* Ta i l ——
Backup 16W16W
License plate light* ——
* It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts
information.
LIGHTS
8-26Do-it-yourself

1. Headlight assembly
2 Map light
3. Door mirror turn signal (if so equipped)
4. Fog light (if so equipped)
5. Personal light
6. Cargo light
7. High-mounted stop light
8. Cargo door light9. License plate light
10. Backup (reversing) assembly
11. Rear combination lightReplacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C or D.
When replacing a bulb, first remove the
lens, lamp and/or cover.
Indicates bulb removal
Indicates bulb installation
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Do-it-yourself8-27

Doors and engine hood:Check that the
doors and engine hood operate properly.
Also ensure that all latches lock securely.
Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers
and links if necessary. Make sure that the
secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is
released.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Check that the gas stays or struts properly
and securely hold the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch fully open. If the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch is not held open, have the gas stays
or struts replaced.
Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and in-
stalled securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Rotate tires at the specified
interval shown in the maintenance
schedule. Tires*:
Check the pressure with a gauge
of ten and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires, including the spare, to the pressure
specified. Check carefully for damage, cuts
or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
tire pressure sensor: It is recommended
that you replace the TPMS tire pressure
sensor assembly when the tires are re-
placed due to wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the ve-
hicle should pull to either side while driving
on a straight and level road, or if you detect
uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may
be a need for wheel alignment. If the steer-
ing wheel or seat vibrates at normal high-
way speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-
age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility. It is recom-
mended that you have a damaged wind- shield repaired by a NISSAN dealer, or a
NISSAN Certified Collision Center. To locate
a collision center in your area, refer to
http://collision.nissanusa.com.
Windshield wiper blades*:
Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing scheduled maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the
pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer
to stop, have your vehicle checked imme-
diately. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. Keep the
floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
Maintenance and schedules9-3

Parking brake:Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only
the parking brake applied. If the parking
brake needs adjustment, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Seats: Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Transmission P (Park) position mecha-
nism: On a fairly steep hill check that the
vehicle is held securely with the shif t posi-
tion in the P (Park) position without apply-
ing any brakes. Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery* (for maintenance free batter-
ies): This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec- tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

Your vehicle may be equipped with Class IV
trailer hitch equipment that has a 10,000 lbs.
(4,535 kg) maximum weight rating, but your
vehicle is only capable of towing the maxi-
mum trailer weights shown in the “Towing
Load/Specification” chart in this section.
CAUTION
• Special hitches which include frame
reinforcements are required for tow-
ing above 2,000 lbs. (907 kg). Suitable
Genuine NISSAN hitches, ball mounts
and hitch balls for pickup trucks and
sport utility vehicles are available at
a NISSAN dealer.
• The hitch should not be attached to
or affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.
WARNING
• Do not use axle-mounted hitches.
• Do not modif y the vehicle exhaust
system, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
• To reduce the possibility of addi-
tional damage if your vehicle is
struck from the rear, where practical,
remove the receiver when not in use. •
Regularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely
mounted.
Tire pressures
• When towing a trailer, inflate the
vehicle tires to the recommended
cold tire pressure indicated on the
Tire and Loading Information label.
• Trailer tire condition, size, load rat- ing and proper inflation pressure
should be in accordance with the
trailer and tire manufacturer's
specifications.
Safety chains
Always use suitable safety chains between
your vehicle and the trailer. The safety
chains should be crossed and should be
attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle
bumper or axle. The safety chains can be
attached to the bumper if the hitch ball is
mounted to the bumper. Be sure to leave
enough slack in the chains to permit turn-
ing corners.
Trailer lights
CAUTION
When splicing into the vehicle electrical
system, a commercially available power-
type module/converter must be used to
provide power for all trailer lighting. This
unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct
power source for all trailer lights while
using the vehicle tail light, stop light and
turn signal circuits as a signal source.
The module/converter must draw no
more than 15 milliamps from the stop
and tail lamp circuits. Using a module/
converter that exceeds these power re-
quirements may damage the vehicle's
electrical system. See a reputable trailer
retailer to obtain the proper equipment
and to have it installed.
Trailer lights should comply with federal
and/or local regulations. For assistance in
hooking up trailer lights, it is recommended
that you contact a NISSAN dealer or repu-
table trailer retailer. Vehicles equipped with
the optional trailer tow package are
equipped with a 7-pin trailer harness con-
nector. If your trailer is equipped with a flat
4-pin connector, an adapter will be needed
to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle.
Adapters are available at auto parts stores
and hitch retailers.
Technical and consumer information10-27

• When launching a boat, don't allow thewater level to go over the exhaust tail
pipe or rear bumper.
• Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights before backing the trailer into the
water or the trailer lights may burn out.
When towing a trailer, differential gear
oil, transfer fluid and transmission oil/
fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see
the “Maintenance and schedules” sec-
tion of this manual.
Tow mode
Using TOW mode is recommended when
pulling a heavy trailer or hauling a heavy
load. Push or turn the Drive Mode Selector
to activate TOW mode. Push or turn the
Drive Mode Selector again to turn TOW
mode off. TOW mode is automatically can-
celed when the ignition switch is turned off.
The Idling Stop System is disabled when
the vehicle is in TOW mode.
Driving the vehicle in the TOW mode with
no trailer/load or light trailer/light load will
not cause any damage. However, fuel
economy may be reduced and the
transmission/engine driving characteris-
tics may feel unusual. When towing a trailer, differential gear
oil, transfer fluid and transmission oil/
fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, see
the “Maintenance and schedules” sec-
tion of this manual.
FLAT TOWING FOR 4–WHEEL DRIVE
VEHICLE (if so equipped)
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground is sometimes called flat towing.
This method is sometimes used when
towing a vehicle behind a recreational ve-
hicle, such as a motor home.
CAUTION
• Failure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission
damage.
• Never flat tow your 4-wheel drive
(4WD) vehicle.
• DO NOT tow your 4-wheel drive (4WD)
vehicle with any wheels on the
ground. Doing so may cause serious
and expensive damage to the
powertrain.
• For emergency towing procedures,
see “Towing recommended by
NISSAN” (P. 6-15).
FLAT TOWING FOR FRONT WHEEL
DRIVE VEHICLE (if so equipped)
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground is sometimes called flat towing.
This method is sometimes used when
towing a vehicle behind a recreational ve-
hicle, such as a motor home.
CAUTION
• Failure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission
damage.
• Whenever flat towing your vehicle,
always tow forward, never backward.
• Never tow your front wheel drive ve-
hicle with the front tires on the
ground. Doing so may cause serious
and expensive damage to the
powertrain.
• DO NOT tow your front wheel drive
automatic transmission vehicle with
all four wheels on the ground (flat
towing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE inter-
nal transmission parts due to lack of
transmission lubrication.
• For emergency towing procedures,
see “Towing recommended by
NISSAN” (P. 6-15).
10-32Technical and consumer information

FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-171Fuel gauge..................2-10Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-170Fuel gauge...................2-10Fuel-filler door................ .3-31Fuses......................8-20Fusible links...................8-21
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Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver..........2-125, 2-128, 2-129Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-9Fuel gauge..................2-10Odometer...................2-7Speedometer..............2-6, 2-7Tachometer................ .2-8Trip odometer................2-7General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-110Glove box lock.................2-110
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-13Head Up Display (HUD)............2-95
Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-82Headlight control switch..........2-82Headlights...................8-26Heated 2nd row seat switches.......2-92Heated mirrors................3-39Heated seat switches............2-91Heated seats................. .2-90Heated steering wheel switch.......2-93Heater
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-33Heater operation.............4-34Hill descent control switch.........2-94Hill descent control system........5-182Hill start assist system...........5-183HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver..........2- 125, 2-128, 2-129Hood.......................3-23Hook
Luggage hook...............2-115Horn...................... .2-89
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Idling Stop System..............5-189Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-77,5-16Important vehicle information label. . .10-12In-cabin microfilter..............8-17Increasing fuel economy..........5-171IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator
...................5-15
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
...................2-12Inside automatic anti-glare mirror.....3-37Instrument brightness control.......2-88Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-4Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-88Intelligent Around View® Monitor......4-10Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI).5-65Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (for vehicles
with ProPILOT Assist)............5-103Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-165Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW).....................5-149Intelligent Key systemKey operating range............3-8Key operation................3-9Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-13Troubleshooting guide..........3-18Warning signals...............3-18Intelligent Lane Intervention........5-45Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC).......5-181Interior light..................2-123ISOFIX child restraints.............1-35
J
Jump starting..............6-11,8-14
K
Key.........................3-2
11-3

Key fob battery replacement........8-24Keyless entryWith Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system)
.................3-13KeysNISSAN Intelligent Key®........3-2,3-7NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys..................... .3-4
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Labels
Air conditioner specification label. . .10-13C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-12Emission control information label. .10-13Engine serial number..........10-12F.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-12Tire and Loading Information label. .10-13Vehicle identification number (VIN). .10-11Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.................... .10-11Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-80Lane Departure Warning (LDW).......5-38LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-35LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL). . . .2-87License plate
Installing the license plate........10-14Lif tgate.....................3-23Lif tgate release................3-29LightAir bag warning light........1-80, 2-16Brake light (See stop light)........8-26
Bulb check/instrument panel......2-14Bulb replacement.............8-26Charge warning light...........2-15Exterior and Interior lights........8-26Fog light switch..............2-89Fog lights..................8-26Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-82Headlight control switch.........2-82Headlights..................8-26Interior light................2-123Light bulbs.................8-26Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light................. .2-41, 2-68Personal lights..............2-124Spotlights (See map light)........2-123Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-12Lights......................8-26Map lights.................2-123Lock
Child safety rear door lock.........3-7Door locks................. .3-5Glove box lock...............2-110Lif tgate release...............3-29Power door locks..............3-6Low fuel warning light.........2-41, 2-67Low tire pressure warning light.......2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light................... .2-41, 2-68Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)..................10-15Luggage hook.................2-115Luggage rack (see roof rack). . . .2-116, 2-117
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Maintenance
General maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-30Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-7Malfunction indicator light.........2-20Manual front seat adjustment........1-3Map lights...................2-123Memory seat..............3-40, 3-41Meters and gauges..............2-6Instrument brightness control.....2-88MirrorAutomatic anti-glare inside mirror. . .3-37Heated mirrors...............3-39Outside mirrors..............3-38Rearview.................. .3-37Vanity mirror................3-36Mirrors..................... .3-37Moonroof.................2-121, 7-5Moving Object Detection (MOD)......4-26
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NISSAN Intelligent Key®..........3-2,3-7NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.....................5-15
11-4