1997 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 148
1997 Nissan Pathfinder Manual
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¼ Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. ¼ Use the jack provided with your vehicle. Do not use the jack provided with your vehicle on other vehicles. The jack is designed only for lifting your vehicle during a tire change. ¼ Use the correct jack up points; never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support. ¼ Never jack up the vehicle more than necessary. ¼ Never use blocks on or under the jack. ¼ Do not start or run engine while vehicle is on the jack, as it may cause the vehicle to move. This is especially true for vehicle with limited slip differential carriers. ¼ Do not allow passengers to stay in the vehicle while it is on the jack SCE0113 Jacking up and removing wheel Carefully read the following instructions. 1. On models with 265/70 R15 size tires, put the adapter stored in the tool bag on the jack when jacking up the front side. Do not use the jack adapter for the rear. 2. Place the jack directly under the jack-up point. The jack should be used on level firm ground. 3. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground. 4. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above. Remove the wheel nuts, and then remove the wheel. Do not remove the brake drum with the wheel. 5-5