1996 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 113

Shifting from "P" (Park) If the ignition switch is in the "ON" position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the shift lever still cannot be moved out of "P" (Park), follow these instructions: 1. Shut the engine off and remove the key. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn it clockwise to the "ACC" position. 4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift lever to "N" (Neutral) and start the engine. 5. Check stop light operation. stop lights are not operating properly. "R" (Reverse): Use this position to back up. Shift into this position only after the vehicle has completely stopped. "N" (Neutral): Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The engine can be started in this position. You may shift to "N" and restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is moving. "D" (Drive): Use this position for all normal forward driving. "2" (Second gear): Use for hill climbing, effective engine braking on downhill grades or starting on slippery roads. 2-wheel drive: 60 MPH (95 km/h) 4-wheel drive: 50 MPH (80 km/h) "1" (Low gear): Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades. Do not shift into "1"position at speeds over the following speeds: 2-wheel drive: 60 MPH (95 km/h) 4-wheel drive: 50 MPH (80 km/h) Do not exceed the following speeds in the "1" position: 2-wheel drive: 30 MPH (50 km/h) 4-wheel drive: 30 MPH (50 km/h) If the shift lever cannot be moved from the "P" position while the engine is running and the brake pedal depressed, the stop lights may not work. Malfunctioning stop lights could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. These instructions for starting the vehicle in "N" (Neutral) should only be used until service can be obtained. Never drive the vehicle if the Do not downshift into the "2" position at speeds over the following speeds and do not exceed the following speeds in the "2" position: 4-8