1996 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 116

STARTING THE ENGINE ¼ 4-wheel drive model (4L position) MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 8 (13) 2nd to 3rd 12 (20) 3rd to 4th 20 (32) 4th to 5th 22 (36) Allowable maximum speed in each gear 2-wheel drive models 4-wheel drive models 2H position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th 4-wheel drive models 4H position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th 4L position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th MPH (km/h) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Automatic transmission: Move the selector lever to "P" (Park position or "N" (Neutral position). ("P" preferred) 22 37 56 78 (35) (60) (90) (125) The shift lever cannot be moved out of "P" and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to "OFF" or if the key is removed from the switch. The starter is designed not to operate if the selector lever is in one of the driving positions. Manual transmission: Move the gearshift lever to "N" (Neutral position), and depress the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. The starter is designed not to operate unless the clutch pedal is depressed. 3. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition key to "START". Release the key when the engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above procedure. - If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold or hot weather - Suggested maximum speed in each gear Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road conditions which will ensure safe operation. Do not overrev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control. MPH (km/h) 22 37 50 50 9 19 28 31 (35) (60) (80) (80) (15) (30) (45) (50) Driving precautions ¼ Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This may cause clutch damage. ¼ Stop your vehicle completely before shifting into Reverse. 4-11