2000 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 146

ing brake first, then shift the lever into the P position. Shifting from P (Park): If the ignition switch is in the ON position and the foot brake pedal is depressed, but the selector 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. SSD0105 (Neutral) should only be used until service can be obtained. Never drive the vehicle if the 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. Do not downshift into the 2 position at speeds over the following speeds and do not exceed the following speeds in the 2 position: Shifting Push the button to shift into P, R or from D to 2. All other positions can be selected without pushing the button. P (Park): Use this selector position when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Always be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. For maximum safety, depress the brake pedal, then push in the select lever button and move the lever to the P position. Apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, apply the park- 4. Depress the brake pedal, move the selector lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine. 5. Check stop light operation. WARNING If the selector lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) 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 Starting and driving 5-11