2015 Nissan Pathfinder Owner’s Manual

The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is a big step forward for the popular midsize SUV. It has a stylish design, advanced technology, and great performance. The exterior of the Pathfinder is sleek and modern, giving it a strong presence on the road. The interior is roomy and well-made, with comfortable seating for up to seven people and a lot of ways to arrange cargo. The Pathfinder has a powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes driving smooth and easy. The available All-Mode 4×4-i intuitive four-wheel-drive system makes driving even better. Modern features like the NissanConnect infotainment system, rearview camera, and optional driver-assistance technologies add to the Pathfinder’s appeal and make it a reliable and family-friendly choice in the competitive midsize SUV segment.

Instruments and controls

INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Vent
2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch
3. Control panel and Vehicle Information Display switches
4. Instrument brightness control
5. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn
6. Meters, gauges, warning/indicator lights, and Vehicle Information Display
7. Twin trip odometer reset switch
8. Windshield wiper/washer switch and rear window wiper/washer switch
9. Center display/Navigation system* switches (if so equipped)/Audio system controls
10. Center display /Navigation system* (if so equipped)
11. Front passenger supplemental airbag
12. Glove box
13. Audio system controls/Automatic heater and air conditioning controls
14. Hazard warning flasher switch
15. Push the button ignition switch
16. Cruise control main/set switches
17. Tilt steering wheel control
18. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
19. Hood release
20. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
    • Tow mode switch
    • Liftgate release switch (if so equipped)
    • Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped)
    • Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
    • Power liftgate main switch (if so equipped)
    • Blind Spot Warning switch (if so equipped)
    • Rear Cross Traffic Alert switch (if so equipped)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual (if so equipped).
Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

METER AND GAUGES

1. Tachometer
2. Warning/indicator lights
3. Vehicle Information Display
4. Speedometer
5. Fuel gauge
6. Odometer/Twin trip odometer
7. Engine coolant temperature gauge

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and odometer. The speedometer is located on the right side of the meter cluster. The odometer is located within the Vehicle Information Display.

Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer/Twin trip odometer
The odometer 1 and the twin trip odometer 2 are displayed below the vehicle information display when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.

TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev the engine into the red zone 1.
CAUTION: When engine speed approaches the red zone, reduce engine speed. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range of 1 when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.

CAUTION: If the gauge indicates coolant temperature near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. For additional information, refer to “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual for immediate action required.

FUEL GAUGE

• The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank.
• The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.
• The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
• The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.
• Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers 0 (Empty).

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational.

• If the ABS light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
• If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. The brake system then operates normally but without anti-lock assistance. For additional information, refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

Brake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

• Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed.
• Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
• If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning indicator
When the parking brake is released and the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake warning light and the ABS warning light illuminate, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the brake system checked and, if necessary, repaired by a NISSAN dealer promptly. Avoid high-speed driving and abrupt braking. For additional information, refer to the “Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light” in this section.

Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, or missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately.

CAUTION

• Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. For additional information, refer to “Variable voltage control system” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
• Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken, or missing.

Engine oil pressure warning light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately, and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

CAUTION: Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine almost immediately. Such damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so.

High-temperature warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the high-temperature warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates that the high-temperature sensor in the engine coolant system is operational.

CAUTION: If the high-temperature warning light illuminates while the engine is running, it may indicate the engine temperature is extremely high. Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. If the vehicle is overheated, continuing vehicle operation may seriously damage the engine. For additional information, refer to “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section.

FAQ’s