2009 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 332

When the ignition switch cannot be turned toward the LOCK position when the Intelligent Key is in range, proceed as follows: 1. Move the shift selector into the P (Park) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction. 3. Turn the key toward the LOCK position. The shift selector can be moved from the P (Park) position if the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed. LSD0171 If the battery of the vehicle equipped with the Intelligent Key system is discharged, the ignition switch cannot be turned from the LOCK position, even using the mechanical key. IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS Push in the ignition switch to the B position when you turn it. LOCK (Normal parking position) A : The ignition switch can only be locked in the LOCK position. The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is pushed in, and turned to the ACC position C while carrying the Intelligent Key. ACC (Accessories) C : This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio, when the engine is not running. ON (Normal operating position) D : This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories. START E : This position starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the knob immediately. It will automatically return to the ON position. NISSSAN INTELLIGENT KEY™ (if so equipped) The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK until the shift selector is moved to the P (Park) position. When turning the ignition switch, make sure the shift selector is in the P (Park) position. If the shift selector is not returned to the P (Park) position, the ignition switch cannot be moved toward LOCK. There is an OFF position in between LOCK and ACC, although it does not show on the lock cylinder. When the ignition switch is OFF, the steering wheel is not locked. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/6 of a turn counterclockwise from the straight up position. To lock the steering wheel, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. To unlock the steering wheel, push the ignition switch in and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left. 5-10 Starting and driving