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Nissan 2008 Pathfinder User Manual

Nissan 2008 Pathfinder
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2008 Pathfinder Owner's Manual
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Nissan 2008 Pathfinder Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNissan
Model2008 Pathfinder
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FOREWORD

READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Essential information before operating the vehicle, including safety reminders.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

Warning against modifying the vehicle and its warranty implications.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Explains symbols and information within the manual.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

Advisory regarding perchlorate material in certain vehicle parts.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES ...

Information on contacting Nissan Customer Affairs for support.

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

SEATS

Information on adjusting front seats, including manual and power options.

SEAT BELTS

Guidance on proper seat belt usage, precautions, and maintenance.

CHILD RESTRAINTS

Details on types of child restraints, installation, and precautions.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

Information on airbags, side airbags, and pretensioner seat belts.

2 Instruments and controls

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Overview of the dashboard layout, including controls and indicators.

METERS AND GAUGES

Explanation of speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and other indicators.

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

Explanation of various dashboard warning lights and audible alerts.

SECURITY SYSTEMS

Details on vehicle security system and NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

KEYS

Information on master keys, valet keys, and Intelligent Keys.

INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM (if so equipped)

Operation and precautions for the Intelligent Key system.

HOOD

How to open and close the vehicle hood.

FUEL-FILLER DOOR

How to open the fuel filler lid and cap.

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

HOW TO USE THE NISSAN CONTROLLER

Instructions on using the NISSAN controller for system navigation.

Fuel economy

Information on displaying and resetting fuel economy data.

HOW TO USE THE SETTING BUTTON

Guide to accessing and using the settings menu.

Voice recognition

Overview of using voice commands for vehicle systems.

PAIRING PROCEDURE

Steps to pair a cellular phone with the Bluetooth system.

5 Starting and driving

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVING

General safety advice for starting and driving the vehicle.

DRIVING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING

Warnings and advice against driving under the influence.

CRUISE CONTROL

How to engage, set, cancel, and resume cruise control.

USING FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)

Explanation of 2WD, AUTO, 4H, and 4LO drive modes.

PARKING BRAKE

Instructions on applying and releasing the parking brake.

6 In case of emergency

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

JUMP STARTING

Instructions and precautions for jump starting the engine.

IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS

Steps to take if the vehicle's engine overheats.

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

General precautions and recommendations for towing.

7 Appearance and care

CLEANING EXTERIOR

Guide to washing, waxing, and removing spots from the exterior.

CLEANING INTERIOR

How to clean interior trim, plastic parts, seats, and carpets.

CORROSION PROTECTION

Factors contributing to corrosion and how to protect the vehicle.

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

Overview of minimum maintenance for vehicle condition and performance.

ENGINE OIL

How to check and change engine oil and oil filter.

BRAKES

Information on self-adjusting brakes and brake pad wear indicators.

FUSES

How to check and replace fuses in engine and passenger compartments.

WHEELS AND TIRES

Information on tire pressure, labeling, types, chains, and rotation.

9 Technical and consumer information

CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS

Approximate fluid capacities and recommended lubricants for the vehicle.

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Recommended fuel types, octane ratings, and oxygenate blends.

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

Terms related to vehicle weight and load capacity.

TOWING A TRAILER

Precautions and recommendations for towing trailers.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

Details on the vehicle's emission warranty coverage in the US and Canada.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only)

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and NISSAN.

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