Most likely you need a tune-up. Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap/distributor, or pack. Replace in that order.
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No.
yes
service engine soon light comes on
Reasons the service engine light does not come on: The bulb is burned out. I would suspect this first. There is a wiring problem. The engine control module is bad.
Yes, it may cause a miss that will trigger the check engine light.
Engine that was operated with a loose , missing or bad fuel cap.
That is one of many possible causes.
Yes it can.
Could be a bad ABS sensor. Needs service/replacement.
A service engine soon light on a Nissan Pathfinder can mean many things. There could be a bad spark plug or even an engine malfunction. A mechanic can run a diagnostic check to see what the problem is.
Could be a wiring issue or a completely different problem.