1999 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 64

or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator: The light comes on when the parking brake is applied. Low brake fluid warning light: When the ignition key is in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See "Brake and clutch fluid" in the "8. Do-it-yourself" section. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct: Have the warning system checked by a NISSAN dealer. pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed. ¼ Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as greater pedal travel. ¼ If the brake fluid level is below the MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer. Automatic transmission park model) warning light ( This light indicates that the automatic transmission parking function is not engaged. If the transfer control is not secured in any drive position while the automatic transmission selector lever is in the P position, the transmission will disengage and the wheel will not lock. Shift the transfer control lever into the 2H or 4L position when the warning light comes on. or Anti-lock brake warning light ¼ When parking, always make sure that the transfer lever is in H or 4L and the parking brake is set. ¼ If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that the automatic transmission P position will not function and the transfer lever is in neutral. ¼ Failure to engage the transfer control lever in H or 4L could result in the vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting in serious personal injury or property damage. If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate there is something wrong with the anti-lock brake system. Have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock function will cease but the ordinary brakes will continue to operate normally. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact your NISSAN dealer for repair. ¼ Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for re- Instruments and controls 2-11