1999 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 157

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM The Nissan Vehicle Immobiliser System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered Nissan Vehicle Immobiliser System key. If the engine fails to start using the registered Nissan Vehicle Immobiliser System key (for example, when interference is caused by another Nissan Vehicle Immobiliser System key, an automated toll road device or automated payment device on the key ring), restart the engine using the following procedures: 1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately 5 seconds. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2. 4. Restart the engine while holding the device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered Nissan Vehicle Immobiliser System key. If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN recommends placing the registered Nissan Vehicle Immobiliser System key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices. ¼ Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. ¼ Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake and clutch fluid, window washer fluid as frequently as possible, at least whenever you refuel. ¼ Check to be sure that all windows and light lenses are clean. ¼ Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper inflation. ¼ Lock all doors. ¼ Position seat and adjust head restraints. ¼ Adjust inside and outside mirrors. ¼ Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise. ¼ Check the operation of warning lights when key is turned to the ON (3) position. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Automatic transmission: Move the selector lever to P (Park position) or N (Neutral position). (P preferred) The selector lever cannot be moved out of P and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to LOCK 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 fully 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 5-8 Starting and driving