2003 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 155

hand tightened to the proper specification. CAUTION ¼ Always properly tighten the antenna rod during installation or the antenna rod may bend or break during vehicle operation. ¼ To prevent damage, be sure that manual antenna is removed before the vehicle enters an automated car wash. ¼ To prevent damage, be sure that power antenna is fully retracted before the vehicle enters an automated car wash. ¼ Dirt and other foreign matter on the power antenna rod may interrupt its operation. Clean the rod periodically with a damp cloth. This type of cleaning is especially important during the winter seasons in areas where road salt and other chemicals may be spread on road surfaces and splashed onto the antenna rod. ¼ When cleaning the inside of the windshield, be careful not to scratch or damage the window antenna. Lightly wipe along the antenna with a dampened soft cloth. Power antenna The antenna will automatically extend when the radio is turned on, and retract when switched off. If the radio is left on, the antenna will retract and extend with the ignition key OFF-ON operation. Window antenna The antenna pattern is printed inside the windshield. CAUTION ¼ Before turning the radio on, make sure that there is no one near the antenna outlet and there is enough space for it to extend. CAUTION ¼ Do not place metalized film near the windshield or attach any metal parts to it. This may cause poor reception or noise. 4-30 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems