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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    Three-way catalyst
    The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants. WARNING: ...

    Trunk lid release
    Driver’s side The trunk lid release is located on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the trunk lid, pull the trunk lid release. To close the trunk lid, lower and push the ...

    Tilting the moonroof
    Close the moonroof by pushing the switch toward 2 . Release the switch, then push the switch toward 2 again to tilt the moonroof up. To tilt the moonroof down, push the switch toward 1 . ...