Nissan Pathfinder 2020 Owner's Manual

2020 PATHFINDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

and MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of yourvehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilometers) of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.

A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The “Maintenance and schedules” section of this manual explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, and clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law.

When you require any service or have any questions, a NISSAN dealer will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.

In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed prior to delivery. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped. It is important that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures,

warnings, cautions and instructions concerning proper use of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or accessory. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped.

Before driving your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS!

Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers!

∙ NEVER drive under the influence of al-

cohol or drugs.

∙ ALWAYS observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for conditions.

∙ ALWAYS give your full attention to

driving and avoid using vehicle features or taking other actions that could distract you.

∙ ALWAYS use your seat belts and ap-

propriate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.

∙ ALWAYS provide information about

the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

∙ ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual

for important safety information.

For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive models, a 4WD mark is placed at the beginning of the applicable sections/items.

As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate 4-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. For additional information, refer to “Driving safety precautions” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver

differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.

For additional information, refer to “On-pavement and off-road driving precautions”, “Avoiding collision and rollover” and “Driving safety precautions” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified.

Modification could affect its performance, safety, emissions or durability and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

WARNING

Installing an aftermarket On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses the port during normal driving, for example remote insurance company monitoring, remote vehiclediagnostics, telematics or engine reprogramming, may cause interference or damage to vehicle systems.We do not recommend or endorse the use of any af termarket OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically approved by NISSAN. The vehicle warranty may not cover damage caused by any aftermarket plug-in device.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

This manual includes information for all features and equipment available on this model. Features and equipment in yourvehicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability. Therefore, you mayfind informationabout featuresor equipment that are not included or installed on your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications, performance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate and up-to-date information regarding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at

https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/ navigation/manualsGuide

questions concerning any information in your Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN Con-

. If you have

sumer Affairs. Refer to NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page in this Owner’s Manual for contact information.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Youwill see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle.To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.

APD1005

If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen.”

If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that aresimilar to these call attention to an item in the illustration.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batteries, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. For additional information, refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/”.

All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES . . .

Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns.Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.

However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:

For U.S. customers

1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

– Your name, address, and telephone

number

– Vehicle identification number (attached

to the top of the instrument panel onthe driver’s side)

– Date of purchase

– Current odometer reading

– Your NISSAN dealer’s name

– Your comments or questions

You can write to NISSAN with the information at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 or via e-mail at: nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.com

For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 or via e-mail at: information.centre@nissancanada.com

If you prefer, visit us at: www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance and schedules

Technical and consumer information

Index

0 Illustrated table of contents

Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..........0-2

Exterior front ....................................0-3

Exterior rear .....................................0-4

Passenger compartment........................0-5

Instrument panel ................................0-6

Engine compartment check locations ...........0-8

Warning and indicator lights .....................0-9

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

1. Folding 3rd row bench (P. 1-2)

2. Folding 2nd row bench (P. 1-2)

3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-53)

4. Head restraints/headrests (P. 1-12)

5. Seat belts with pretensioner(s) and shoulder height adjuster (P. 1-18, 1-53)

6. Supplemental air bags (P. 1-53)

7. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) (P. 1-53)

8. Seats (P. 1-2)

9. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-53)

10. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) (P. 1-30)

11. Second row seat top tether strap anchor (located on bottom of seatback) (P. 1-30)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Front view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-11)

2. Engine hood (P. 3-23)

3. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-37)

4. Windshield-washer fluid (P. 8-12)

5. Power windows (P. 2-66)

6. Door locks (P. 3-5) NISSAN Intelligent Key® (P. 3-2) Keys (P. 3-2)

7. Mirrors (P. 3-36) Side view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-11)

8. Tire pressure (P. 8-28) Flat tire (P. 6-3) Tire chains (P. 8-28)

9. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-40)

10. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25) Headlight and turn signal switch (P. 2-40) LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system (P. 2-40)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Rear window wiper and washer switch (P. 2-37)

2. Towing (P. 10-17)

3. Liftgate release (P. 3-23) Rearview camera (P. 4-3, 4-11)

4. Rear sonar sensors (P. 5-79)

5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25)

6. Fuel-filler cap (P. 3-30) Fuel recommendation (P. 10-2) Fuel-filler door (P. 3-30)

7. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-5)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Glove box (P. 2-58)

2. Sun visors (P. 3-34)

3. Map lights (P. 2-72)

4. Power moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-69)

5. Luggage hooks (P. 2-58)

6. Cup holders (P. 2-58)

7. Console box (P. 2-58)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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LII2409

1. Vents (P. 4-32)

2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-40)

3. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-43)

4. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-53) Horn (P. 2-45)

5. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4) Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-11) Vehicle information display (P. 2-19)

6. Twin trip odometer reset switch (P. 2-5)

7. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-37) Rear window wiper and washer switch (P. 2-37)

8. Control panel*

9. Center display* Navigation system* (if so equipped)

10. Front passenger air bag status light (P. 1-53)

11. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-53)

12. Glove box (P. 2-58)

13. Automatic heater and air conditioning controls (P. 4-33)

14. Audio system controls*

15. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)

16. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-11)

17. Cruise control switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-41) Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-43)

18. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel control (P. 3-33)

19. Control panel and vehicle information display switches (P. 2-20) Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System*

20. Hood release (P. 3-23)

21. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P. 2-50) TOW mode switch (P. 2-53) Liftgate instrument panel switch (if so equipped) (P. 3-23) Warning systems switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-51) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-48) Power inverter switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-52)

*: Refer to the separate NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual.

Refer to the page number indicated in parenthesis for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

VQ35DD engine

1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)

2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)

3. Drive belt location (P.8-16)

4. Fuse box (P. 8-21)

5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)

6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12)

7. Air cleaner (P. 8-17)

8. Fuse box (P. 8-21)

9. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21)

10. Battery (P. 8-14)

11. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)

12. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)

13. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-12)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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LDI3291

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name Page

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system warning light

Brake warning light

Charge warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

Master warning light

2-12

2-13

2-15

Warning

light

Indicator

light

Name Page

Power steering warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

Name Page

Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light (blue)

2-15

2-16

Indicator

light

Name Page

Hill descent control system ON indicator light (if so equipped)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

Overdrive OFF indicator light

Security indicator light

Side light and headlight indicator light (green)

Slip indicator light 2-18

TOW mode ON indicator light

2-16

2-17

2-18

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Indicator

light

Name Page

Turn signal/ hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

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2-18

MEMO

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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats............................................ 1-2

Front manual seat adjustment

(if so equipped) ................................1-3

Front power seat adjustment

(if so equipped) ...............................1-5

2nd row bench seat adjustment...............1-7

3rd row bench seat adjustment .............. 1-9

Armrests .....................................1-10

Flexible seating ...............................1-10

Head restraints/headrests ......................1-12

Adjustable head restraint/headrest

components .................................1-13

Non-adjustable head restraint/

headrest components........................1-14

Remove......................................1-14

Removable (without Dual Head Restraint/Headrest Rear Seat Mobile

Entertainment System (MES) only) ............1-15

Install.........................................1-15

Adjust ........................................1-15

Folding head restraint/headrest ..............1-17

Seatbelts .......................................1-18

Precautions on seat belt usage...............1-18

Seat belt warning light........................1-21

Pregnant women.............................1-21

Injured persons...............................1-21

Three-point type seat belt with

retractor .....................................1-21

Seat belt extenders..........................1-26

Seat belt maintenance ......................1-27

Child safety..................................... 1-27

Infants ......................................1-28

Small children ...............................1-28

Larger children ..............................1-28

Child restraints .................................1-30

Precautions on child restraints ..............1-30

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system ............................ 1-32

Rear-facing child restraint installation

using LATCH .................................1-35

Rear-facing child restraint installation

using the seat belts .........................1-37

Forward-facing child restraint

installation using LATCH .....................1-40

Forward-facing child restraint

installation using the seat belts..............1-43

Booster

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)...........1-53

seats ...............................1-49

Precautions on SRS..........................1-53

Supplemental air bag warning labels ........ 1-72

Supplemental air bag warning light.......... 1-73

SEATS

WARNING

∙ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

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∙ For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section.

∙ Af ter adjustment, gently rock in the

seat tomake sureit is securely locked.

∙ Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls or make the vehicle move. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

∙ To help avoid risk of injury or death

through unintended operation of the vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave children, peoplewho requirethe assistance of others or pets unattended in your vehicle. Additionally, the temperature inside a closed vehicle on a warm day can quickly become high enough to cause a significant risk of injury or death to people and pets.

∙ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

∙ The seatback should not be reclined

any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effectivewhen the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seatback is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

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CAUTION

When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/or damage.

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manually. For additional information about adjusting the seats, referto the steps outlined in this section.

LRS2160 LRS2161

Forward and backward

Pull the center of the bar up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position.

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Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.

LRS2202 LRS2132

Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.

Lumbar support (driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Move the lever as shown to adjust the seat lumbar area.

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FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Operating tips

∙ The power seat motor has an auto-

reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds then reactivate the switch.

∙ Do not operate the power seat switch

for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery.

Reclining

Move the recline switch as shown until the desired angle is obtained.

LRS2662

For additional information, refer to “Automatic drive positioner” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual.

Forward and backward

Moving the switch as shown will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.

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LRS2636

Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

Move the switch as shown to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar support (driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Move the lever as shown (manual) or push the switch as shown (power) to adjust the seat lumbar area.

Manual (if so equipped)

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LRS2132

LRS2270

Power (if so equipped)

LRS2143

Outboard seats

2ND ROW BENCH SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Forward and backward

Pull the center of the bar while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position.

up and hold it

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Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull up on the lever

and lean back. To bring the seatback

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forward, pull the lever body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

The recline feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in P (Park).

∙ Af ter adjustment, gently rock in the

seat tomake sureit is securely locked.

∙ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

up and lean your

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WARNING

∙ For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section.

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One touch walk-in function

The 3rd row can be accessed from outside the vehicle by using the seatback release lever locatedon theupper outboardside of the seatback on the 2nd row bench seat. If a child safety seat is installed on the passenger’s side of the 2nd row seat, the 3rd row can be accessed withoutremoving the child safety seat.

Multi-mode

WARNING

When returning the seat to its original position, confirm that the seat and seatback are locked properly.

CAUTION

∙ Be careful not to pinch your hand or

foot or bump your head when operating the walk-in seat.

∙ Do not drive with the 2nd row seat

tipped up.

∙ Be careful not to allow the 2nd row

seat to pinch, hit any part of yourbody or other people when operating the 2nd row seat. Make sure the seat path is clear of all objects before moving the seat.

To enter the 3rd row from outside the vehicle, lif t up on the seatback lever located on the upper outboard side of the seatback on the 2nd row bench seat. This will release the back of the seat and fold up the seat cushion. This will also release the seat tracks so you will be able to slide the seat forward or backward.

Slide the entire seat forward for access to the 3rd row.

To return the seat to a locked position, push the upper seatback rearward until the seatback and tracks are locked. Push the seat cushion down.

Child seat access mode

The passenger’s side of the 2nd row seat can be slid forward for easy entry or exit from the 3rdrow benchseat without a child safety seat being removed.

To enter the 3rd row from outside the vehicle, lif t up on the seatback lever located on the upper outboard side of the seatback on the 2nd row bench seat. This will release the seatback. Then tilt the seat and release the tracks so you will be able to slide the seat forward or backward.

Slide the entire seat forward for access to the rear seats.

To return the seat to a locked position, push the upper seatback rearward until the seatback and track are locked.

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