How do you bypass the heater core of a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder?
How do you bypass the heater core of a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder? Which hose is the inlet hose and the outlet hose?

For 2008, the Nissan Pathfinder midsize SUV adds the first V8 engine in its history with an available 5.6 L, 300 hp model in SE and LE trims. In addition, the Pathfinder gets some new exterior accents along with some high-tech features that include Bluetooth and a 9.3 gig Music Box hard drive in the LE. This SUV comes in 7 trims.
All trims feature a standard 4.0 L, 266 hp V6 engine with 5 speed automatic transmission. Gas mileage comes out to around 13 mpg in the city and 20 on the highway. This model has 4 doors, seats 7, and tows up to either 6000 or 7000 lbs. depending on the trim.
Overall, drivers like the solid powertrain and good handling. However, the ride could use some improvement and interior room gets a bit tight once you reach full seating capacity. In any event, the Pathfinder has taken some positive steps in the last few years and should continue to maintain its respected position in the SUV market.
How do you bypass the heater core of a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder? Which hose is the inlet hose and the outlet hose?
2008 Nissan Pathfinder - ran hot if sat at idle for 15+ minutes with A/C on --- someone borrowed my vehicle and did just that.... it blew the hose (THANK GOODNESS) A mechanic told them they can bypass the heater core (2nd picture) so they ran a hose direct - water is spitting out the hole in the top of the black piece (again, 2nd picture) - I need to order another piece and I do not know what it is called, can anyone help???
i got in my truck and it would not crank took it to the shop and they told me it was my pcm so i got that replaced and it now won’t even begin to turn over i can’t turn the key at all no lights will come on i have no dash lights except for a blinking theft lock i called the lock smith people they said the problem was not anything they could fix i replaced the ecm relay and still nothing my truck does nothing
I have a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. It has stated to act weird once I got over 40 mph. It is bogging down and sounds like a moped when accelerating. It has a multi misfire code. I've changed the spark plugs, the coil packs and fuel injectors. Still the same. I am at a loss.
My Nissan Pathfinder 2008 model american version is not starting from when i have changed my car battery sometimes it starts and sometimes not everything is allright in my car electrician mechanic said it to me.
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.13
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): engine
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Windows
Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.13
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): engine
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Windows
Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: ready · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.94
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front
Windows
Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 2.94
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-appointed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front
Windows
Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front and rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: dual level · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.13
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Compact flash card auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Headphones: rear · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 1 subwoofer
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.13
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: hard drive navigation system w/voice activation
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Hard Drive: 9.3GB · Headphones: rear · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 1 subwoofer
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 2.94
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: hard drive navigation system w/voice activation
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent