power steering NISSAN PATHFINDER HYBRID 2015 Owners Manual

20. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-45)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-46)
Liftgate release switch (if so equipped)
(P. 3-23)
Heated steering wheel switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-44)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-45)
Power liftgate main switch (if so
equipped) (P. 3-23)
Blind Spot Warning (if so equipped)/
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (if so
equipped) switch (P. 5-19, 5-25)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
For additional information, refer to the
page number indicated in parentheses for
operating details.
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QR25DER engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7)
3. Drive belt location (P. 8-17)
4. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10)
6. Inverter coolant reservoir (P. 8-9)
7. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
8. Air cleaner (P. 8-19)
9. Fusible link box and remote positive
battery terminal (P. 8-22)
10. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
11. Fuse box/fusible links (P. 8-22)
12. Fuse box/fusible links (P. 8-22)
13. 12–volt battery (P. 8-16)
14. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10)
15. Radiator cap (P. 8-7)
16. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
(P. 8-15)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
NOTE:
Hybrid system engine compartment
cover(s) removed for clarity.
LDI2514
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
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Warning
lightName Page
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light2-10
or
Brake warning light 2-10
12–volt battery
charge warning light2-11
Electronically con-
trolled brake warn-
ing light (yellow)2-11
Engine oil pressure
warning light2-12
High temperature
warning light2-12
Pure Drive Hybrid™
system warning light2-12
Warning
lightName Page
Low tire pressure
warning light2-12
Low windshield-
washer fluid warning
light2-14
Master warning light 2-14
Power steering
warning light2-14
Seat belt warning
light and chime2-14
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-15
Indicator
lightName Page
EV indicator light 2-15
Front fog light indi-
cator light2-15
Front passenger air
bag status light2-15
High beam indicator
light (blue)2-15
Hill descent control
system on indicator
light (if so equipped)2-15
Low temperature
indicator light2-16
Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL)2-16
Overdrive off indica-
tor light2-17
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
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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
Fuel gauge....................................2-5
Assist Charge Gauge...........................2-6
Compass display (if so equipped)...................2-6
Zone variation change procedure.................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.......2-9
Checking bulbs...............................2-10
Warning lights................................2-10
Indicator lights................................2-15
Audible reminders.............................2-18
Vehicle Information Display........................2-18
How to use the vehicle information display.......2-19
Startup display................................2-19
Settings......................................2-19
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators.....................................2-27
Security systems.................................2-31
Vehicle security system.........................2-31
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system.............2-32
Windshield wiper and washer switch...............2-33Switch operation..............................2-34
Rear window wiper and washer switch..............2-35
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch.....2-36
Headlight and turn signal switch....................2-36
Headlight control switch........................2-37
Daytime running light system (Canada only)......2-39
Instrument brightness control...................2-39
Turn signal switch.............................2-39
Fog light switch...............................2-40
Horn............................................2-41
Heated seats (if so equipped)......................2-41
Heated 2nd row seats (if so equipped)..............2-42
Climate controlled seat switch (if so equipped)......2-43
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped).............2-44
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch
...........2-45
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)..............2-45
Tow mode switch.................................2-46
Power outlets....................................2-46
12v outlets...................................2-46
120v outlet (if so equipped)....................2-48
Storage.........................................2-48
Map pockets..................................2-48
Seatback pocket..............................2-49

20. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-45)
Tow mode switch (P. 2-46)
Liftgate release switch (if so equipped)
(P. 3-23)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-44)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-45)
Power liftgate main switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-23)
Blind Spot Warning (if so equipped)/
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (if so
equipped) switch (P. 5-19, 5-25)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual (if so equipped) .
For additional information, refer to the
page number indicated in parentheses for
operating details.
1. Tachometer
2. Warning/indicator lights
3. Vehicle Information Display
4. Speedometer5. Fuel gauge
6. Odometer/Twin trip odometer
7. Assist Charge Gauge
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METERS AND GAUGES
Instruments and controls2-3

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightPower steering warning lightOverdrive off indicator light
orBrake warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeREADY to drive indicator light
12–volt battery charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Electronically controlled brake warning
light (yellow)EV indicator lightSide light and headlight indicator light (green)
Engine oil pressure warning lightFront fog light indicator lightSlip indicator light
High temperature warning lightFront passenger air bag status lightTow mode ON indicator light
Pure Drive Hybrid™ system warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low tire pressure warning lightHill descent control system on
indicator light (if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
lightLow temperature indicator light
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-9

●Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
CAUTION
●The TPMS is not a substitute for the
regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.
●If the vehicle is being driven at speeds
of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the
TPMS may not operate correctly.
●Be sure to install the specified size of
tires to the 4 wheels correctly.
Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light
This light comes on when the windshield-washer
fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-washer fluid
as necessary. For additional information, refer to
“Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
Master warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the master warning light illuminates if any of the
following are displayed on the vehicle information
display:●No key warning
●Low fuel warning
●Low washer fluid warning
●Parking brake release warning
●Door open warning
●Loose fuel cap warning
●Check tire pressure warning
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Infor-
mation Display” in this section.
Power steering warning light
WARNING
●If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the steering will not work. Steering will
be harder to operate.
●When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle, but the steering will be
much harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked by a NISSAN
dealer.When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the power steering warning light illuminates. After
starting the engine, the power steering warning
light turns off. This indicates that the electric
power steering system is operational. If the
power steering warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, it may indicate the power
steering system is not functioning properly and
may need servicing. Have the hydraulic pump
electric power steering system checked by a
NISSAN dealer. For additional information, refer
to “Power steering” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten your
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
ignition switch is placed in the ON or START
position and remains illuminated until the driver’s
seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime
sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened.
The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
when the front passenger’s seat is occupied . For
7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position, the system does not activate the
warning light for the front passenger.
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NOTE:
The heated steering wheel switch is
equipped with a 30 minute timer. After the
switch has been activated for 30 minutes,
the system will automatically turn off. If the
surface temperature of the steering wheel
is above 68°F (20°C) when the switch is
turned on, the system will not heat the
steering wheel. This is not a malfunction.
The vehicle should be driven with the VDC sys-
tem on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.To use the outlets for devices that require 120v
power, place the ignition in the ON position and
push the power inverter switch.
The switch will illuminate when enabled.
CAUTION
●Use power outlets with the engine running
to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
●Do not attempt to use this while driving.
●Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory, doing so
could significantly drain the battery of
your vehicle.
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCHPOWER INVERTER SWITCH (if so
equipped)
Instruments and controls2-45

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ........................3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys.........3-4
Doors............................................3-5
Locking with key................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob....................3-6
Locking with power door lock switch . . ...........3-6
Automatic door locks...........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock.......................3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key®...........................3-7
Operating range................................3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution..................3-10
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Operation.............3-10
How to use the remote keyless entry
function......................................3-14
Warning signals...............................3-17
Troubleshooting guide.........................3-18
Remote Engine Start (if so equipped)...............3-20
Remote engine start operating range . . ..........3-20
Remote starting the vehicle.....................3-20
Extending engine run time......................3-21
Canceling a remote start.......................3-21
Conditions the remote start will not work.........3-21
Hood...........................................3-22Liftgate..........................................3-23
Operating the manual liftgate
(if so equipped)...............................3-23
Operating the power liftgate (if so equipped).....3-23
Power liftgate main switch......................3-27
Liftgate release................................3-27
Liftgate position setting........................3-28
Fuel-filler door...................................3-28
Opening the fuel-filler door.....................3-28
Fuel-filler cap.................................3-29
Tilt/telescopic steering............................3-31
Manual operation (if so equipped)...............3-31
Automatic operation (if so equipped).............3-31
Sun visors.......................................3-32
Vanity mirrors.................................3-33
Mirrors..........................................
3-33
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror.............3-33
Outside mirrors...............................3-35
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped)..........3-36
Memory storage function.......................3-36
Entry/exit function.............................3-38
Setting memory function........................3-39
System operation..............................3-39

supplemental restraint system” section of
this manual, and “Tilt/Telescopic Steering”
and “Outside mirrors” in this section.
During this step, do not place the ignition
switch in any position other than ON.
4. Push the SET switch and, within 5 seconds,
push the memory switch (1 or 2) .
The indicator light for the pushed memory
switch will come on and stay on for approxi-
mately 5 seconds after pushing the switch.
After the indicator light goes off, the se-
lected positions are stored in the selected
memory (1 or 2) . A chime will sound if the
memory has been stored correctly (if so
equipped) .
If a new memory is stored in the same memory
switch, the previous memory will be deleted.
Linking a key fob to a stored memory
position
Each key fob can be linked to a stored memory
position (memory switch 1 or 2) with the follow-
ing procedure.
1. Follow the steps for storing a memory posi-
tion.2. While the indicator light for the memory
switch being set is illuminated for 5 sec-
onds, press the
button on the key fob.
The indicator light will blink. After the indica-
tor light goes off, the key fob is linked to that
memory setting.
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, press the
button on the key fob. The
driver’s seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors
will move to the memorized position.
NOTE:
If a new memory position is saved to the
memory switch, the key fob automatically
re-links.
Reverse tilt-down feature (if so
equipped)
The reverse tilt-down feature will turn the se-
lected outside mirror surface downward to pro-
vide better rear visibility close to the vehicle.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
turn the outside mirror control switch to the left or
right position. Only one mirror can be selected at
a time.
Move the shift lever to R (Reverse) . The selected
mirror will turn downward.
The selected mirror surface will return to its original
position when any of the following have occurred:
●The shift lever is moved to any position other
than R (Reverse) .
●The outside mirror control switch is set to the
neutral or center position.
●The ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.
NOTE:
If the outside mirror control switch is in the
neutral position, neither mirror will turn
downward when the shift lever is moved to
R (Reverse) .
Seat synchronization function
The seat synchronization function automatically
adjusts the positions of the steering wheel and
outside mirrors when the seat is adjusted using
the power seat switches.
However, the steering wheel and outside mirrors
will not move if the seat is adjusted over the
maximum thresholds. The system considers that
the steering wheel and outside mirror adjust-
ments are not necessary because the seat may
not be adjusted for the driving position. Note that
the function is set to disabled as the factory
default setting.
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