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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    E-85 fuel
    E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. government ...

    MODE select switch (models with Navigation System)
    Push the MODE select switch to change the mode in the following sequence. AM/FM* → XM** → CD*** → USB/AUX*** → AM/FM* * When using the MODE switch, the audio mode switche ...

    FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD) changer (if so equipped)
    For all operation precautions, see "Audio operation precautions" in this section. VOL/ON·OFF control: Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position and push the VOL/ON·OFF cont ...