User manual NISSAN PATHFINDER-2001

[. . . ] Foreword Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. [. . . ] You cannot shift directly from 5th gear into Reverse. First shift into the Neutral position, then into Reverse. If it is difficult to move the shift lever into Reverse or 1st, shift into Neutral, then release the clutch pedal and shift into Reverse or 1st again. If your vehicle is equipped with four wheel drive, see "Using four wheel drive" later in this section. 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th *1 Acceleration: Normal acceleration standing start MPH (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64) 45 (72) such as limits, and drive according to the road conditions which will ensure safe operation. Do not overrev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control. Allowable maximum speed in each gear Two wheel drive models and four wheel drive models (2H position) MPH (km/h) 1st 22 (36) 2nd 37 (60) 3rd 56 (90) 4th & 5th -- (--) Four wheel drive models 4H position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th 4L position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th MPH (km/h) 22 37 50 50 9 19 28 31 (36) (60) (80) (80) (15) (30) (45) (50) *2 Cruise: Driving without rapid acceleration or deceleration at moderate speed which permits maximum fuel economy Suggested up-shift speeds The table below provides suggested speed ranges for shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual shift ranges should be adjusted for specific road conditions, weather conditions and individual driving habits. ¼ Two wheel drive models and four wheel drive models (2H and 4H position) ¼ Four wheel drive model (4L position) MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 8 (13) 2nd to 3rd 12 (20) 3rd to 4th 20 (32) 4th to 5th 22 (36) Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed Starting and driving 5-15 PARKING BRAKE CAUTION ¼ Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. ¼ Stop your vehicle completely before shifting into R (Reverse). ¼ When the vehicle is stopped for a period of time, for example at a stop light, shift to N (Neutral) and release the clutch pedal with the foot brake applied. Manual transmission models: Place the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position. Automatic transmission models: Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position. While pulling up on the lever slightly, push the button and lower completely. 4. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out. WARNING ¼ Be sure the parking brake is fully released before driving. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident. ¼ Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle. PD1185M ¼ Do not use the gear shift in place of the parking brake. When parking, be sure the parking brake is fully engaged. ¼ Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. [. . . ] 2-18 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . 2-18 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Weights (See dimensions and weights) . . . . . . . [. . . ]