1997 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 145
1997 Nissan Pathfinder Manual
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FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions below. nel that you require assistance. 6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place away from traffic and clear of the vehicle. Stopping the vehicle 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road away from traffic. 2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Shift the manual transmission into reverse (automatic transmission in "P"). ¼ Make sure that the parking brake is securely applied and the manual transmission is shifted into reverse (automatic transmission in "P"). ¼ Never change tires when the vehicle is on a slope, ice or a slippery area. This is hazardous. MCE0001 The transfer control lever must be in the "2H", "4H" or "4L" position. Never place the transfer control lever in the "N" position. Otherwise, the vehicle could roll unexpectedly even if the manual transmission is in gear or the automatic transmission is in the "P" position. This could result in serious personal injury or property damage. 4. Turn off the engine. 5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road assistance person- ¼ Never change tires if oncoming traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait for professional road assistance. Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and could cause personal injury. 5-2