Check 4WD Shift Indicator Pattern
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Set 4WD shift switch to "2WD", "4H", "4LO", "4H" and "2WD" in order. Stay at each switch position for at least 2 seconds.
- Confirm 4WD shift indicator lamp and 4LO indicator lamp are changed properly as follows.
4WD shift switch Indicator lamp Operation of 4WD shift switch 4WD shift 4LO 2WD OFF 2WD <=> 4H switching can be done while driving. The indicator lamp will change when the driving mode is changed. Gear shifting between 2WD <=> 4H position must be performed at speeds below 100 km/h (60 MPH). 4H 4LO Flashing To shift between 4H <=> 4LO, stop vehicle and shift transmission shift selector to the "N" position with brake pedal depressed. ON The 4WD shift switch will not shift to the desired mode if the transmission is not in "N" or the vehicle is moving.
You must wait for the 4LO indicator lamp to stop flashing and remain lit or turned off before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal.- If OK, the position between transfer assembly and transfer control unit is correct.
- If NG, the position is different between transfer assembly and transfer control unit.
Adjust the position between transfer assembly and transfer control unit. Refer to pattern table below .
TRANSFER POSITION ADJUSTMENT PATTERN
| 4WD shift switch condition | Refer procedure |
|---|---|
| 4WD shift switch is under "2WD" condition when engine is being stopped. | "METHOD FOR ADJUSTMENT WITH 4WD SHIFT SWITCH AT "2WD"" |
| 4WD shift switch is under "4H" or "4LO" condition when engine is being stopped. | "METHOD FOR ADJUSTMENT WITH 4WD SHIFT SWITCH AT "4H" OR "4LO"" |
NOTE:
Method of adjustment can be chosen voluntarily, according to location of 4WD shift switch.