Under the Hood

The Pathfinder's 4.0-liter V-6 produces 270 horsepower and 291 pounds-feet of torque. Operating with electronic throttle control, the V-6 features Continuous Valve Timing Control. All Pathfinders have a five-speed-automatic transmission. When properly equipped, the Pathfinder can tow up to 6,000 pounds. A tow-hitch receiver is standard, and the SUV can have rear-wheel drive or All-Mode four-wheel drive, which includes automatic and Low-range modes.

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    Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants
    The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the Maintenance and do-it-yourself section to de ...

    Seats
    ● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it a ...

    Brake warning light
    or This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking ...