Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid owner's manual, 2014. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2014 Pathfinder Hybrid warning lights
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS light comes on while the hybrid system is running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking system is not functioning properly. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off.
What to do: Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Brake warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.; Parking brake indicator; Low brake fluid warning light; Hydraulic brake system warning light.
What to do: Check the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on, the brakes may not work properly: stop and get help rather than driving on.
Parking brake indicator
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light comes on when the parking brake.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
Low brake fluid warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the brake fluid level is correct, see “Hydraulic brake system warning light” in this section. WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND.
What to do: Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary.
12–volt battery charge warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: If the light comes on when the READY indicator comes ON, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. See a NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION The charging system may not be functioning properly if the 12–volt battery charge warning light comes on while the hybrid system is running. The hybrid system will stop operating when the 12–volt battery becomes discharged. 2-4 Instruments and controls.
What to do: Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact a NISSAN dealer.
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Hybrid system warning light
Check soon
The manual says: The hybrid system warning light comes on when: The amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.; There is a problem with the traction motor or other hybrid system components. If the fuel gauge indicates the fuel level is low, refill the fuel tank immediately. earlier in this section.
What to do: Stop in a safe place and restart. If the light stays on, call the dealer and avoid driving far.
Electronically controlled brake warning light (yellow)
Check soon
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light stays on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the regenerative brake and/or the electronically controlled brake systems are not functioning properly.
What to do: Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians.
EV indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: This illuminates to indicate the vehicle is being.
READY to drive indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: The READY to drive indicator light illuminates when the hybrid system is powered and the vehicle may be driven. Instruments and controls 2-5.
What to do: Nothing to do. Switch off fully before leaving the car.
Charge warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION; Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely.
What to do: Turn the engine off and check the generator belt.
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Master warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: No key warning; Low fuel warning; Low washer fluid warning; Parking brake release warning; Door open warning; Loose fuel cap warning (if so equipped); Power steering warning light WARNING.
What to do: Check tire pressure warning (if so equipped) later in this section. Have the power steering system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Have the hydraulic pump electric power steering system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Supplemental air bag warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
Front passenger air bag status light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For front passenger air bag status light operation, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
High beam indicator light (blue)
Information
The manual says: This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
What to do: Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11.
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Overdrive OFF indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when the overdrive off mode is selected. For additional information, see “Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “Starting and.
Security indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information, see “Security sys.
What to do: Hold the key fob against the start button and start again. If it keeps happening, replace the key fob battery.
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Slip indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator will blink when the VDC system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. Instruments and controls 2-15.
What to do: If it flashes, ease off and drive gently for the conditions. If it stays on, have the system checked.
Tow mode ON indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the tow mode function is ON. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned.
What to do: Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is not operating. Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
What to do: Turn it back on unless you are stuck in snow or mud. It normally turns on again with the next start.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake warning light | Red* | This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.; Parking brake indicator; Low brake fluid warning light; Hydraulic brake system warning light. | |
| Parking brake indicator | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light comes on when the parking brake. | |
| Low brake fluid warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the brake fluid level is correct, see “Hydraulic brake system warning light” in this section. WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND. | |
| 12–volt battery charge warning light | Red* | If the light comes on when the READY indicator comes ON, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. See a NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION The charging system may not be functioning properly if the 12–volt battery charge warning light comes on while the hybrid system is running. The hybrid system will stop operating when the 12–volt battery becomes discharged. 2-4 Instruments and controls. | |
| Charge warning light | Red* | If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION; Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS light comes on while the hybrid system is running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking system is not functioning properly. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. | |
| Hybrid system warning light | Amber | The hybrid system warning light comes on when: The amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.; There is a problem with the traction motor or other hybrid system components. If the fuel gauge indicates the fuel level is low, refill the fuel tank immediately. earlier in this section. | |
| Electronically controlled brake warning light (yellow) | Amber | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light stays on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the regenerative brake and/or the electronically controlled brake systems are not functioning properly. | |
| Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light | Amber | This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians. | |
| EV indicator light | Amber | This illuminates to indicate the vehicle is being. | |
| READY to drive indicator light | Amber | The READY to drive indicator light illuminates when the hybrid system is powered and the vehicle may be driven. Instruments and controls 2-5. | |
| Master warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display: No key warning; Low fuel warning; Low washer fluid warning; Parking brake release warning; Door open warning; Loose fuel cap warning (if so equipped); Power steering warning light WARNING. | |
| Supplemental air bag warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. | |
| Front passenger air bag status light | Amber* | The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For front passenger air bag status light operation, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual. | |
| Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) | Amber* | If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. | |
| Overdrive OFF indicator light | Amber* | The overdrive off indicator light illuminates when the overdrive off mode is selected. For additional information, see “Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)” in the “Starting and. | |
| Security indicator light | Amber* | This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information, see “Security sys. | |
| Slip indicator light | Amber* | This indicator will blink when the VDC system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. Instruments and controls 2-15. | |
| Tow mode ON indicator light | Amber* | This light comes on when the tow mode function is ON. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned. | |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light | Amber* | This indicator light comes on when the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the Vehicle Dynamic Control system is not operating. Push the Vehicle Dynamic Control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. The Vehicle Dynamic Control light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. | |
| High beam indicator light (blue) | Blue | This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. |
Source: 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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