Nissan Pathfinder: RearView Monitor

Basic Information

1. CAMERA button

WARNING

• Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use of the Rear- View Monitor system could result in serious injury or death.
• RearView Monitor is a convenience feature and is not a substitute for proper backing. Always turn and look out the windows and check mirrors to be sure that it is safe to move before operating the vehicle. Always back up slowly.
• The system is designed as an aid to the driver in showing large stationary objects directly behind the vehicle, to help avoid damaging the vehicle.
• The distance guide line and the vehicle width line should be used as a reference only when the vehicle is on a level paved surface. The distance viewed on the monitor is for reference only and may be different than the actual distance between the vehicle and displayed objects.

CAUTION Do not scratch the camera lens when cleaning dirt or snow from the front of the camera.

The RearView Monitor system automatically shows a rear view of the vehicle when the shift lever is shifted into the R (Reverse) position. The radio can still be heard while the RearView Monitor is active.

RearView Monitor system operation

To display the rear view, the RearView Monitor system uses a camera located in the rear bumper 1.

How to read the displayed lines

With the ignition switch in the ON position, move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position to operate the RearView Monitor.

Guiding lines which indicate the vehicle width and distances to objects with reference to the vehicle body line A are displayed on the monitor.

Distance guide lines

Indicate distances from the vehicle body.

• Red line 1 : approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m)
• Yellow line 2 : approx. 3 ft (1 m)
• Green line 3 : approx. 7 ft (2 m)

Vehicle width guide lines 4

Indicate the vehicle width when backing up.

Predicted course lines 5

Indicate the predicted course when backing up. The predicted course lines will be displayed on the monitor when the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position and the steering wheel is turned. The predicted course lines will move depending on how much the steering wheel is turned and will not be displayed while the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position.

The vehicle width guide lines and the width of the predicted course lines are wider than the actual width and course.

Difference between predicted and actual distances

Basic Information

The displayed guidelines and their locations on the ground are for approximate reference only. Objects on uphill or downhill surfaces or projecting objects will be actually located at distances different from those displayed in the monitor relative to the guidelines (refer to illustrations). When in doubt, turn around and view the objects as you are backing up, or park and exit the vehicle to view the positioning of objects behind the vehicle.

Backing up on a steep uphill

When backing up the vehicle up a hill, the distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown closer than the actual distance. Note that any object on the hill is further than it appears on the monitor.

Backing up on a steep downhill

When backing up the vehicle down a hill, the distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown farther than the actual distance. Note that any object on the hill is closer than it appears on the monitor.

Backing up near a projecting object

The predicted course lines A do not touch the object in the display. However, the vehicle may hit the object if it projects over the actual backing up course.

Backing up behind a projecting object

The position C is shown farther than the position B in the display. However, the position C is actually at the same distance as the position A . The vehicle may hit the object when backing up to the position A if the object projects over the actual backing up course.

How to park with predicted course lines

WARNING

• If the tires are replaced with different sized tires, the predicted course lines may be displayed incorrectly.
• On a snow-covered or slippery road, there may be a difference between the predicted course line and the actual course line.
• If the battery is disconnected or becomes discharged, the predicted course lines may be displayed incorrectly.

  If this occurs, please perform the following procedures:

  • Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock while the engine is running.
  • Drive the vehicle on a straight road for more than 5 minutes.
• When the steering wheel is turned with the ignition switch in the ACC position, the predicted course lines may be displayed incorrectly.

1. Visually check that the parking space is safe before parking your vehicle.

2. The rear view of the vehicle is displayed on the screen A when the shift lever is moved to the R (Reverse) position.

3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting the steering wheel so that the predicted course lines B enter the parking space C .

4. Maneuver the steering wheel to make the vehicle width guide lines D parallel to the parking space C while referring to the predicted course lines.

5. When the vehicle is parked in the space completely, move the shift lever to the P (Park) position and apply the parking brake.

Adjusting the screen

1. Press the CAMERA button.

2. Touch the "Display Settings" key.

3. Touch the "Brightness", "Contrast", Tint", "Color", or "Black Level" key.

4. Adjust the item by touching the "+" or "-" key on the touch-screen display.

NOTE: Do not adjust any of the display settings of the RearView Monitor while the vehicle is moving.

How to turn on and off predicted course lines

To toggle on and off the predicted course lines while in the P (Park) position:

1. Press the CAMERA button.

2. Touch the "Predicted Course Lines" key to turn the feature on or off.

RearView Monitor system limitations

WARNING Listed below are the system limitations for RearView Monitor. Failure to operate the vehicle in accordance with these system limitations could result in serious injury or death.

• The system cannot completely eliminate blind spots and may not show every object.
• Underneath the bumper and the corner areas of the bumper cannot be viewed on the RearView Monitor because of its monitoring range limitation.

  The system will not show small objects below the bumper, and may not show objects close to the bumper or on the ground.

• Objects viewed in the RearView Monitor differ from actual distance because a wide-angle lens is used.
• Objects in the RearView Monitor will appear visually opposite compared to when viewed in the rearview and outside mirrors.
• Use the displayed lines as a reference.

  The lines are highly affected by the number of occupants, fuel level, vehicle position, road conditions and road grade.

• Make sure that the liftgate is securely closed when backing up.
• Do not put anything on the rearview camera. The rearview camera is installed in the rear bumper.
• When washing the vehicle with high pressure water, be sure not to spray it around the camera. Otherwise, water may enter the camera unit causing water condensation on the lens, a malfunction, fire or an electric shock.
• Do not strike the camera. It is a precision instrument. Otherwise, it may malfunction or cause damage resulting in a fire or an electric shock.

The following are operating limitations and do not represent a system malfunction:

• When the temperature is extremely high or low, the screen may not clearly display objects.
• When strong light directly shines on the camera, objects may not be displayed clearly.
• Vertical lines may be seen in objects on the screen. This is due to strong reflected light from the bumper.
• The screen may flicker under fluorescent light.
• The colors of objects on the RearView Monitor may differ somewhat from the actual color of objects.
• Objects on the monitor may not be clear in a dark environment.
• There may be a delay when switching between views.
• If dirt, rain or snow accumulate on the camera, the RearView Monitor may not display objects clearly. Clean the camera.
• Do not use wax on the camera lens. Wipe off any wax with a clean cloth dampened with a diluted mild cleaning agent, then wipe with a dry cloth.

System maintenance

CAUTION

• Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the camera. This will cause discoloration.
• Do not damage the camera as the monitor screen may be adversely affected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the camera 1 , the RearView Monitor may not display objects clearly. Clean the camera by wiping it with a cloth dampened with a diluted mild cleaning agent and then wiping it with a dry cloth.

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