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Nissan Pathfinder (2012 year). Manual - part 469

MA-54

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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

• Perform the ID registration, after tire rotation. Refer to

WT-6, "ID Registration Procedure"

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks

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• Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank. It should be

between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoir tank.

• Visually check around reservoir tank for fluid leaks.

• If the fluid level is extremely low, check the brake system.

• If the brake warning lamp comes on when the fluid is at the correct

level, check the brake fluid level switch and the parking brake

switch.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Drain and Refill

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CAUTION:

• Refill with new brake fluid. Refer to

MA-18, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubricants"

(United

States and Canada) or

MA-20, "FOR MEXICO : Fluids and Lubricants"

(Mexico).

• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.

• Do not let brake fluid splash on the painted surfaces of the body. This might damage the paint, so

when splashing it, immediately wipe off the area and wash away with water.

• Before servicing, disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector or battery nega-

tive terminal.

1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector or battery

negative terminal.

2. Connect a vinyl tube to each bleed valve.
3. Depress brake pedal, loosen each bleed valve, and gradually

remove brake fluid.

4. Make sure there is no foreign material in reservoir tank, and refill

with new brake fluid.

5. Rest foot on brake pedal. Loosen bleed valve. Slowly depress

brake pedal until it stops. Tighten bleed valve. Release brake

pedal. Repeat the process a few times, then pause to add new

brake fluid to master cylinder. Continue until the new brake fluid

flows out of the bleed valve.

Bleed the air out of the brake hydraulic system. Refer to

BR-20,

"Bleeding Brake System"

BRAKE LINES AND CABLES

LFIA0234E

BRA0007D

PFIA0403J

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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

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BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Checking Brake Line and Cables

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1. Check the brake lines and hoses for cracks, deterioration, and

other damage. Replace any damaged parts.

CAUTION:

If brake fluid leaks are visible around the brake line joints,

retighten the joint, or replace damaged parts as necessary.

2. Check for brake fluid leaks by fully depressing brake pedal while

engine is running.

DISC BRAKE
DISC BRAKE : Checking Disc Brake

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CALIPER

Check for any fluid leakage. Repair as necessary.

PAD

Inspect the thickness of pad through cylinder body inspection hole.

Use a scale for inspection if necessary.

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : Checking Steering Gear and Linkage

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STEERING GEAR

• Check the steering gear housing for looseness, damage and oil

leakage as shown.

• Check the steering column connections for looseness.

SBR389C

SMA922A

Standard thickness

: Refer to

Repair limit thickness

: Refer to

BRA0010D

SGIA0506E

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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

STEERING LINKAGE

• Check the ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage and grease leak-

age.

POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Checking Fluid Level

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Check fluid level, referring to the scale on the reservoir tank.

Use HOT range for fluid temperatures of 50

– 80

C (122

– 176

F).

Use COLD range for fluid temperatures of 0

– 30

C (32

– 86

F).

CAUTION:

• Do not overfill.

• Do not reuse any power steering fluid.

• Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.

Refer to

MA-18, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubri-

cants"

(United States and Canada ) or

MA-20, "FOR MEXICO :

Fluids and Lubricants"

(Mexico).

POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Checking Fluid Leakage

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Check the hydraulic piping lines for improper attachment, leaks,

cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
1. Run the engine until the fluid temperature reaches 50

– 80

(122

– 176

F) in the reservoir tank. Keep engine speed idle.

CAUTION:

Do not allow steering fluid reservoir tank to go below the

MIN level line. Check tank frequently and add fluid as

needed.

2. Turn the steering wheel to the right and left several times.
3. Hold the steering wheel at each “locked” position for five sec-

onds to check for fluid leakage.

CAUTION:

Do not hold steering wheel in the locked position for more than 10 seconds. (There is the possibil-

ity that the oil pump may be damaged.)

4. If fluid leakage at a connection is noticed, loosen the connection and then retighten. Do not over-tighten

connector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector. Refer to

ST-16

and

ST-25

5. If fluid leakage from the oil pump is noticed, check the oil pump. Refer to

ST-16

6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid, indicating a leak from the steering gear.

CAUTION:

Do not reuse copper washers.

AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Checking Axle and Suspension Parts

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FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS

Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.

• Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

• Rotate each wheel to check for abnormal noise.

• Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

LGIA0021E

SGIA0506E

SMA525A

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• Check the strut and shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.

• Check suspension ball joints for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.

FRONT AND REAR DRIVE SHAFT

Check the boots and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage, and

grease leakage.

LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH

SFA901

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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH : Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latches

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• Lubricate the locations shown.

SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS
SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Checking
Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors and Adjusters

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Check the seat belt buckles, webbing, retractors, anchors and adjusters. Replace any seat belt assembly as

necessary. Refer to

SB-9, "Seat Belt Inspection"

• Check the seat belt anchors for loose mounting bolts, damage, or excessive wear.

• Check the seat belt webbing for any damage, cuts, fraying, or excessive wear.

• Check the retractor for smooth operation.

WLIA0021E

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• Check the function of the buckles by inserting the seat belt tongue and checking for proper engagement of

the buckle and press the button on the buckle to check for proper release of the seat belt tongue.

CAUTION:

• After any collision, inspect all seat belt assemblies, including retractors and other attached compo-

nents, such as the guide rail set. NISSAN recommends replacing all seat belt assemblies in use dur-

ing a collision, unless they are not damaged and are inspected to confirm they are operating

properly after a minor collision.

Also inspect all seat belt assemblies that are not in use during a collision, and replace any compo-

nents if damaged or not operating properly. The seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if

the seat belts are not in use during a frontal collision where the driver and passenger air bags have

been deployed.

• If any component of the seat belt assembly is suspected of being damaged or not operating prop-

erly, do not repair the component. Replace the components as an assembly.

• If the seat belt webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged then replace the seat belt assembly.

• Never lubricate the seat belt buckle or tongue.

• When replacing any seat belt assembly always use a Genuine NISSAN seat belt assembly.

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MIR-1

DRIVER CONTROLS

SECTION

MIR

MIR

CONTENTS

MIRRORS

WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................

DOOR MIRROR ...................................................

Wiring Diagram - With Heated Mirrors ......................

Wiring Diagram - Without Heated Mirrors .................

INSIDE MIRROR .................................................

Wiring Diagram - With HomeLink Universal Trans-
ceiver .........................................................................

Wiring Diagram - Without HomeLink Universal
Transceiver .............................................................

PRECAUTION ..............................................

PRECAUTIONS ..................................................

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" .................................................................

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ...................................

Precaution for Work ................................................

PREPARATION ...........................................

PREPARATION .................................................

Special Service Tools ..............................................

Commercial Service Tool ........................................

UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ......

INSIDE MIRROR ...............................................

Removal and Installation .........................................

DOOR MIRROR ................................................

Door Mirror Assembly ..............................................

Door Mirror Glass ....................................................

UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ....

DOOR MIRROR ................................................

Mirror Actuator .........................................................

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MIR-2

< WIRING DIAGRAM >

DOOR MIRROR

WIRING DIAGRAM

DOOR MIRROR

Wiring Diagram - With Heated Mirrors

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