Nissan Frontier (2024 year). Manual in english

WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paint surface
and helps retain new vehicle appearance.
Polishing is recommended to remove
built-up wax residue and to avoid a weath-
ered appearance before re-applying wax.

A NISSAN dealer can assist you in choosing
the proper product.
• Wax your vehicle only after a thorough

washing. Follow the instructions supplied
with the wax.

• Do not use a wax containing any abra-

sives, cutting compounds or cleaners
that may damage the vehicle finish.

Machine compounding or aggressive pol-
ishing on a base coat/clear coat paint fin-
ish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the surface of the paint to avoid last-
ing damage or staining. Special cleaning
products are available at a NISSAN dealer
or any automotive accessory store. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for these products.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, it
is necessary to clean the underbody regu-
larly in order to prevent dirt and salt from
building up and causing the acceleration of
corrosion on the underbody and suspen-
sion. Before the winter period and again in
the spring, the underseal must be checked
and, if necessary, re-treated.

GLASS

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and
dust film from the glass surfaces. It is nor-
mal for glass to become coated with a film
after the vehicle is parked in the hot sun.
Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easily
remove this film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based
disinfectant cleaners. They could dam-
age the electrical conductors, radio an-
tenna elements or rear window de-
froster elements.

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS (if so
equipped)

Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge
dampened in a mild soap solution, espe-
cially during winter months in areas where
road salt is used. If not removed, road salt
can discolor the wheels.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:

•

Do not use a cleaner that uses strong
acid or alkali contents to clean the
wheels.

•

Do not apply wheel cleaners to the
wheels when they are hot. The wheel
temperature should be the same as
ambient temperature.

•

Rinse the wheel to completely re-
move the cleaner within 15 minutes
after the cleaner is applied.

Appearance and care

7-3

CHROME PARTS

Clean all chrome parts regularly with a non-
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the
finish.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the chrome parts:

•

Do not use a cleaner that uses strong
acid or alkali contents to clean the
chrome parts.

TIRE DRESSINGS

NISSAN does not recommend the use of
tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a
coating to the tires to help reduce discolor-
ation of the rubber. If a tire dressing is ap-
plied to the tires, it may react with the coat-
ing and form a compound. This compound
may come off the tire while driving and
stain the vehicle paint.

If you choose to use a tire dressing, take the
following precautions:
• Use a water-based tire dressing. The

coating on the tire dissolves more easily
than with an oil-based tire dressing.

• Apply a light coat of tire dressing to help

prevent it from entering the tire tread/
grooves (where it would be difficult to
remove).

• Wipe off excess tire dressing using a dry

towel. Make sure the tire dressing is com-
pletely removed from the tire tread/
grooves.

• Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-

mended by the tire dressing manufacturer.

Occasionally remove loose dust from the
interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a
vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe
the vinyl and leather (if so equipped) sur-
faces with a clean, soft cloth dampened in
mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a
dry, soft cloth.

Regular care and cleaning is required in
order to maintain the appearance of the
leather (if so equipped).

Before using any fabric protector, read the
manufacturer's recommendations. Some
fabric protectors contain chemicals that
may stain or bleach the seat material.

Use a cloth dampened only with water to
clean the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

•

Do not use wax or silicone based prod-
ucts in the interior of the vehicle. Doing
so may cause damage to interior parts,
electrical devices, or electronics.

•

Do not use water or acidic cleaners
(hot steam cleaners) on the seat. This
can damage the seat or occupant clas-
sification sensor. This can also affect
the operation of the air bag system
and result in serious personal injury.

CLEANING INTERIOR

7-4

Appearance and care

CAUTION

•

Never use benzine, thinner or any
similar material.

•

Small dirt particles can be abrasive
and damaging to leather surfaces and
should be removed promptly. Do not
use saddle soap, car waxes, polishes,
oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents or ammonia-based cleaners as
they may damage the leather's natu-
ral finish.

•

Never use fabric protectors unless
recommended by the manufacturer.

•

Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on
meter or gauge lens covers. It may
damage the lens cover.

•

Never use chloride solutions for
cleaning aluminum decoratives (if so
equipped), damage may occur.

AIR FRESHENERS

Most air fresheners use a solvent that could
affect the vehicle interior. If you use an air
freshener, take the following precautions:
• Hanging-type air fresheners can cause

permanent discoloration when they con-
tact vehicle interior surfaces. Place the air
freshener in a location that allows it to
hang free and not contact an interior
surface.

• Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip on

the vents. These products can cause im-
mediate damage and discoloration when
spilled on interior surfaces.

Carefully read and follow the manufac-
turer's instructions before using the air
fresheners.

POWER MOONROOF (if so
equipped)

The sunshade is made from a tricot
material.

CAUTION

To help prevent damaging the moon-
roof while cleaning:

•

Do not rub the material with a cloth.
Doing so can damage the surface of
the material or cause a stain to spread.

•

Never use benzine, thinner or any
similar chemical to clean the sun-
shade. This may discolor the moon-
roof and damage the surface.

•

Clean water based stains by patting
the surface with a clean soft cloth
dampened in warm water. Press a
clean dry cloth onto the surface to
remove as much dampness as pos-
sible and then let air dry.

•

Clean oil based stains by patting the
surface with a clean soft cloth damp-
ened in warm water. Press a clean dry
cloth onto the surface to remove as
much dampness as possible and
then let air dry.

Appearance and care

7-5

FLOOR MATS (if so equipped)

WARNING

To avoid potential pedal interference
that may result in a collision, injury or
death:

•

NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position or install them upside down
or backwards.

•

Use only Genuine NISSAN floor mats,
or equivalent floor mats, that are
specifically designed for use in your
vehicle model and model year.

•

Properly position the mats in the floor-
well using the floor mat positioning
hook. For additional information, see
“Floor mat installation” (P. 7-6 ).

•

Make sure the floor mat does not in-
terfere with pedal operation.

•

Periodically check the floor mats to
make sure they are properly installed.

•

After cleaning the vehicle interior,
check the floor mats to make sure
they are properly installed.

The use of Genuine NISSAN floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and
make it easier to clean the interior. Mats
should be maintained with regular clean-
ing and replaced if they become exces-
sively worn.

Floor mat installation

Your vehicle is equipped with floor mat po-
sitioning hook(s). The number and shape of
the floor mat positioning hooks for each
seating position varies depending on the
vehicle.

When installing Genuine NISSAN floor mats,
follow the installation instructions provided
with the mat and the following:

1. With the ignition switch in the OFF posi-

tion, the shift lever in P (Park) position
and with the parking brake fully applied,
position the floor mat in the floorwell so
that the floor mat grommet holes are
aligned with the hook(s).

2. Secure the grommet holes into the

hook(s) and ensure that the floor mat is
properly positioned.

3. Make sure the floor mat does not inter-

fere with pedal operation. With the igni-
tion switch still in the OFF position, the
shift lever in the P (Park) position and
with the parking brake applied, fully ap-
ply and release all pedals. The floor mat
must not interfere with pedal operation
or prevent the pedal from returning to
its normal position.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for details about installing the floor
mats in your vehicle.

LPD2417

7-6

Appearance and care

The illustration shows the location of the
floor mat positioning hooks.

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping
them with a sponge dampened in a mild
soap solution. Allow the belts to dry com-
pletely in the shade before using them. For
additional information, see “Seat belt main-
tenance” (P. 1-21).

WARNING

Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in
the retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye or
chemical solvents to clean the seat
belts, since these materials may se-
verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

MOST COMMON FACTORS
CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
CORROSION

Most vehicle corrosion is caused by:
• The accumulation of moisture-retaining

dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.

• Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor traffic collisions.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
INFLUENCE THE RATE OF
CORROSION

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on
the vehicle body underside can accelerate
corrosion. Wet floor coverings will not dry
completely inside the vehicle and should
be removed for drying to avoid floor panel
corrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of
high relative humidity, especially those ar-
eas where the temperatures stay above
freezing and where atmospheric pollution
exists and road salt is used.

LAI2088

Positioning hooks

CORROSION PROTECTION

Appearance and care

7-7

Temperature

High temperatures accelerate the rate of
corrosion to those parts which are not well
ventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in
the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt
use accelerates the corrosion process.
Road salt also accelerates the disintegra-
tion of paint surfaces.

PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM
CORROSION

• Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.

• Always check for minor damage to the

paint and repair it as soon as possible.

• Keep drain holes at the bottom of the

doors open to avoid water accumulation.

• Check the underbody for accumulation

of sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with
water as soon as possible.

CAUTION

•

NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de-
bris from the passenger compart-
ment by washing it out with a hose.
Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner
or broom.

•

Never allow water or other liquids to
come in contact with electronic com-
ponents inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface de-icing
are extremely corrosive. They accelerate
corrosion and deterioration of underbody
components such as the exhaust system,
fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan
and fenders.

In winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically.

For additional protection against rust and
corrosion, which may be required in some
areas, it is recommended that you consult
a NISSAN dealer.

7-8

Appearance and care

When performing any inspection or main-
tenance work on your vehicle, always take
care to prevent serious accidental injury
to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The
following are general precautions which
should be closely observed.

WARNING

•

Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the ve-
hicle from moving. Move the shift le-
ver to P (Park).

•

Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when perform-
ing any parts replacement or repairs.

•

If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans,
belts and any other moving parts.

•

It is advisable to secure or remove
any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle.

•

Always wear eye protection when-
ever you work on your vehicle.

•

If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.

•

Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is nec-
essary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.

•

Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.

•

On gasoline engine models, the fuel
filter or fuel lines should be serviced
because the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is off.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

CAUTION

•

Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine off
and wait until it cools down.

•

Avoid contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, engine coolant and/or other ve-
hicle fluids can damage the environ-
ment. Always conform to local regula-
tions for disposal of vehicle fluid.

•

Never leave the engine or the trans-
mission related component harness
connector disconnected while the ig-
nition switch is in the ON position.

•

Never connect or disconnect the bat-
tery or any transistorized compo-
nent while the ignition switch is in
the ON position.

NOTE:

If the battery is completely drained the
transmission will not manually shift to
other positions.

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

8-2

Do-it-yourself

This “Do-it-yourself ” section gives instruc-
tions regarding only those items which are
relatively easy for an owner to perform.

A Genuine NISSAN service manual is also
available. For additional information, see
“Owner's Manual/Service Manual order in-
formation” (P. 10-42).

NISSAN recommends the use of Genuine
NISSAN parts or equivalent. The use of
parts that do not meet or exceed NISSAN
specifications, can cause damage to your
vehicle, and have an effect on your war-
ranty coverage. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer parts department
who can provide information on the proper
parts for your vehicle.

You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and
could affect warranty coverage.

If in doubt

about any servicing, it is recommended
that you have it done by a NISSAN dealer.

Do-it-yourself

8-3

3.8L 6 cylinder (VQ38DD engine model)

Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

Fusible link and relay box

Fuse/Fusible link box

Fusible link

Engine oil filler cap

Engine oil dipstick

Brake fluid reservoir

Relay box

Air cleaner

10.

Drive belt location

11.

Radiator cap

12.

Battery

13.

Power steering fluid reservoir

14.

Relay box

15.

Engine coolant reservoir

NOTE:

Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.

LDI3693

ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS

8-4

Do-it-yourself

The engine cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
Genuine

NISSAN

Long

Life

Antifreeze/

Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide
year-round antifreeze and coolant protec-
tion. The antifreeze solution contains rust
and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine
cooling system additives are not necessary.

WARNING

•

Never remove the radiator or coolant
reservoir cap when the engine is hot.
Wait until the engine and radiator
cool down. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escap-
ing from the radiator. For additional
information on precautions, see “If
your vehicle overheats” (P. 6-13).

•

The radiator and coolant reservoir
are equipped with a pressure type
radiator cap. To prevent engine dam-
age, use only a Genuine NISSAN ra-
diator cap.

CAUTION

•

Never use any cooling system addi-
tives such as radiator sealer. Addi-
tives may clog the cooling system
and cause damage to the engine,
transmission and/or cooling system.

•

When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-
diluted to provide antifreeze protec-
tion to -34° F (-37° C). If additional
freeze protection is needed due to
weather where you operate your
vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) con-
centrate following the directions on
the container. If an equivalent cool-
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used,
follow the coolant manufacturer’s in-
structions to maintain minimum an-
tifreeze protection to -34° F (-37° C).
The use of other types of coolant so-
lutions other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent may damage the en-
gine cooling system.

•

The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
or 7 years. Mixing any other type of
coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) (or
equivalent coolant), including Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(green), or the use of non-distilled
water may reduce the life expectancy
of the factory-fill coolant. For additional
information, see the "Maintenance and
schedules" section of this manual.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Do-it-yourself

8-5

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL

Check the coolant level

in the reservoir

when the engine is cold.

If the coolant

level is below the MIN level

, add coolant

to the MAX level

. If the reservoir is empty,

check the coolant level in the radiator

when the engine is cold.

If there is insuffi-

cient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator
with coolant up to the filler opening and
also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX
level

This vehicle contains Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue). The life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant is
105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing
any other type of coolant or the use of
non-distilled water will reduce the life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant. For ad-
ditional information, see the "Maintenance
and schedules" section of this manual.

If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, it is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.

For additional information on the location
of the engine coolant reservoir, see “Engine
compartment check locations” (P. 8-4).

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

A NISSAN dealer can change the engine
coolant. The service procedure can be
found in the NISSAN Service Manual.

Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine over-
heating.

WARNING

•

To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the
engine is hot.

•

Never remove the radiator or engine
coolant reservoir cap when the en-
gine is hot. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escap-
ing from the radiator.

•

Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.

•

Keep coolant out of the reach of chil-
dren and pets.

Engine coolant must be disposed of prop-
erly. Check your local regulations.

LDI2831

8-6

Do-it-yourself

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it

reaches operating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine.

Wait more than

10 minutes for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.

Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check

the oil level. It should be between the
H (High) and L (Low) marks

. This is the

normal operating oil level range. If the
oil level is below the L (Low) mark

remove the oil filler cap and pour recom-
mended oil through the opening.

Do not

overfill

6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the sever-
ity of operating conditions.

CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the en-
gine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND OIL
FILTER

For additional information on engine oil
and oil filter change, refer to the instruc-
tions outlined in this section.

Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operating

temperature.

3. Turn the engine off and wait for 15 min-

utes.

4. Raise and support the vehicle using a

suitable floor jack and safety jack stands.

• Place the safety jack stands under the

vehicle jack-up points.

• A suitable adapter should be attached to

the jack stand saddle.

LDI3521

LDI0371

ENGINE OIL

Do-it-yourself

8-7

LDI3624

Oil filter

LDI3368

Oil filter access cover (Type A)

(if so equipped)

LDI3625

Oil filter access cover (Type B)

(if so equipped)

Do-it-yourself

8-9

Removal of under-engine
protectors

1. Remove bolts

and skid plate (if so

equipped).

LDI3626

Skid plate (if so equipped)

LDI3627

Skid plate (if so equipped)

LDI3628

Oil filter access cover (Type A)

(if so equipped)

8-10

Do-it-yourself

2. Remove bolts

and oil filter access

cover.

Engine oil and filter

1. Place a large drain pan under the drain

plug and oil filter.

2. Remove the oil filler cap.

3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by

turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.

WARNING

•

Prolonged

and

repeated

contact

with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.

•

Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.

•

Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.

4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench

by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the
oil filter by turning it by hand.

5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur-

face with a clean rag.

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old gasket ma-
terial remaining on the sealing surface
of the engine. Failure to do so could
lead to an oil leak and engine damage.

•

The dipstick must be inserted in
place to prevent oil spillage from the
dipstick hole when filling the engine
with oil.

6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with

clean engine oil.

It is recommended that you use a
Genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent,
visit your NISSAN dealer parts depart-
ment for proper part.

7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a

slight resistance is felt, then tighten addi-
tionally more than 2/3 turn.

Oil filter tightening torque:

11 to 15 ft-lb (15 to 21 N·m)

LDI3629

Oil filter access cover (Type B) (if so

equipped)

Do-it-yourself

8-11

8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a

new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.

Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m)

9. Refill the engine with the recommended

oil through the oil filler opening, and in-
stall the oil filler cap securely.

CAUTION

Do not spill fluids on engine cover. This
could damage the engine cover. If flu-
ids are spilled, immediately clean sur-
face with a neutral detergent. Do not
use an organic solvent such as brake
cleaner.

For additional information about drain
and refill capacity, see “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2).
The drain and refill capacity depends on
the oil temperature and drain time. Use
these specifications for reference only. Al-
ways use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.

10. Start the engine and check for leakage

around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. Turn the engine off
and wait more than 15 minutes. Check
the oil level with the dipstick. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.

After the operation

1. Reinstall engine protectors in reverse or-

der of removal.

2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.

3. Reset the oil and oil filter maintenance

reminder. For additional information,
see “Vehicle information display” (P. 2-20).

• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
• Check your local regulations.

When checking or replacement is required,
it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

CAUTION

•

NISSAN recommends using Genuine
NISSAN Matic P ATF. Do not mix with
other fluids.

•

Do not use CVT fluid or manual trans-
mission fluid in this transmission.
Damage caused by the use of fluids
other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

•

Using fluids that are not equivalent
to Genuine NISSAN Matic P ATF may
also damage the transmission. Dam-
age caused by the use of fluids other
than as recommended is not covered
under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
(ATF)

8-12

Do-it-yourself

Check the power steering fluid level when
the engine is stopped.

The fluid level should be between the COLD
MAX line and the COLD MIN line on the
power steering fluid reservoir at cold fluid
temperatures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) or at
the HOT MAX line on the power steering
fluid reservoir at hot fluid temperatures of
122° - 176°F (50° - 80°C).

If the fluid is cold and is at or below the
COLD MIN line, add Genuine NISSAN PSF-II
or equivalent to the COLD MAX line. If the
fluid is hot and below the HOT MAX line,
add Genuine NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent to
the HOT MAX line. Remove the cap and fill
through the opening.

CAUTION

•

DO NOT OVERFILL.

•

Do not reuse power steering fluid.

•

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
PSF-II or equivalent

For additional brake fluid specification
information, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2).

WARNING

•

Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can dam-
age the brake system and affect the
vehicle's stopping ability.

•

Clean the filler cap before removing.

•

Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, immediately wash the sur-
face with water.

LDI3077

POWER STEERING FLUID (PSF)

BRAKE FLUID

Do-it-yourself

8-13

BRAKE FLUID

Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir.
If the fluid level is below the MIN line

the brake warning light comes on, add
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid or equivalent

DOT 3

fluid up to the

MAX line

. If fluid must be added fre-

quently, the system should be checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR

Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the “Low Washer Fluid” warning mes-
sage is displayed on the vehicle informa-
tion display.

To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,
lift the cap off the reservoir and pour the
windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir
opening.

Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a

windshield-washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.

Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of windshield-washer fluid.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield-Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.

CAUTION

•

Do not substitute engine antifreeze
coolant for windshield-washer solu-
tion. This may result in damage to the
paint.

•

Do not fill the windshield-washer
reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl
alcohol based washer fluid concen-
trates may permanently stain the
grille

spilled

while

filling

the

windshield-washer reservoir.

•

Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer's
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the windshield-washer
reservoir. Do not use the windshield-
washer reservoir to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water.

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WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID

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Caution symbols for battery

WARNING

No smoking, No exposed flames,

No Sparks

Do not expose the battery to electrical sparks, flames or smoking. Hydrogen gas generated by the

battery is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

Shield eyes

Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect against explosion

or battery acid.

Keep away from children

Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Battery acid

Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can

cause blindness or severe burns. After handling the battery or battery cap, do not touch or rub

your eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing, immedi-

ately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Battery fluid is acid. If the

battery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin, it could cause loss of your eyesight or burns.

Note operating instructions

Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and safe handling.

Explosive gas

Hydrogen gas generated by battery fluid is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness

or injury.

BATTERY

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• If the battery is labeled “do not open” it is

maintenance free and battery fluid should
not be checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer or a qualified spe-
cialist workshop to confirm the battery’s
performance.

• Keep the battery surface clean and dry.

Clean the battery with a solution of bak-
ing soda and water.

• Make certain the terminal connections

are clean and securely tightened.

• If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days

or longer, disconnect the negative (-) bat-
tery terminal cable to prevent discharge.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:

Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not run-
ning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)

Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.

WARNING

•

Do not expose the battery to flames,
an electrical spark or a cigarette.
Hydrogen gas generated by the bat-
tery is explosive. Explosive gases can
cause blindness or injury. Do not al-
low battery fluid to contact your skin,
eyes, fabrics or painted surfaces.
Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or
injury. After touching a battery or
battery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands.
If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with wa-
ter for at least 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.

•

When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.

•

Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.

•

Keep battery out of the reach of
children.

•

Do not tip the battery.

NOTE:

Do not try to open the top of the battery.

This battery is not equipped with remov-
able vent caps.

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump
starting” (P. 6-11). If the engine does not start
by jump starting, the battery may have to
be replaced. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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CAUTION

•

Do not ground accessories directly to
the battery terminal. Doing so will
bypass the variable voltage control
system and the vehicle battery may
not charge completely.

•

Use electrical accessories with the
engine running to avoid discharging
the vehicle battery.

NOTE:

If the battery is completely drained the
transmission will not manually shift to
other positions.

Your vehicle is equipped with a variable
voltage control system. This system mea-
sures the amount of electrical discharge
from the battery and controls voltage gen-
erated by the generator.

The current sensor

is located near the

battery along the negative battery cable.
If you add electrical accessories to your
vehicle, be sure to ground them to a suit-
able body ground such as the frame or
engine block area.

Power steering fluid pump pulley

Automatic belt tensioner pulley

Air conditioner compressor pulley

Crankshaft pulley

Generator pulley

WARNING

Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position before servicing drive
belt. The engine could rotate unexpect-
edly.

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LDI3616

VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM

DRIVE BELT

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8-17

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of un-

usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness.
If the belt is in poor condition or is loose,
have it replaced or adjusted. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.

2. Have the belt checked regularly for con-

dition and tension in accordance with
the maintenance schedule found in the
"Maintenance and schedules" section of
this manual.

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace iridium-
tipped

spark plugs as frequently as con-

ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the "Maintenance and sched-
ules" section of this manual. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.
•

Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones.

If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

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SPARK PLUGS

8-18

Do-it-yourself

The dry paper type filter element may be
cleaned and reused. Replace it according
to the maintenance log shown in the
"Maintenance and schedules" section of
this manual.

To remove the air cleaner filter:

1. Unlatch the clips

and move the air

cleaner cover upward.

2. Remove the air cleaner filter.

3. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter

housing and the cover with a damp cloth.

NOTE:

After installing a new air cleaner filter,
make sure the air cleaner cover is seated
in the housing and latch the clips

WARNING

•

Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops the
flame if the engine backfires. If it isn't
there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with
the air cleaner removed, and be care-
ful when working on the engine with
the air cleaner removed.

•

Never pour fuel into the throttle body
or attempt to start the engine with
the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in serious injury.

IN-CABIN MICROFILTER (if so
equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with an in-
cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. and reduces some objectionable
outside odors.

The in-cabin microfilter is located within
the instrument panel. Replace the filter in
accordance with the specified mainte-
nance intervals listed in the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual.

If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

The filter should be replaced if the air
flow decreases significantly or if win-
dows fog up easily when operating the
heater or air conditioner.

LDI3630

AIR CLEANER

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8-19

CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using
the windshield-washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other mate-
rial may be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form
when rinsing with clear water.

Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild de-
tergent. Then rinse the blades with clear
water. If your windshield is still not clear
after cleaning the blades and using the
wiper, replace the blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades can dam-
age the windshield and impair driver
vision.

REPLACING

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the wind-

shield.

2. Push and hold the release tab

, and

then move the wiper blade down

the

wiper arm to remove.

3. Remove the wiper blade.

4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the

wiper arm until it clicks into place.

CAUTION

•

After wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original po-
sition; otherwise it may be damaged
when the hood is opened.

•

Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arms may be
damaged from wind pressure.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

8-20

Do-it-yourself

Be careful not to let anything get into the
washer nozzle

. This may cause clogging

or improper windshield–washer operation.
If something gets into the nozzle, remove it
with a needle or small pin

If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.

The front and rear disc-type brakes self-
adjust every time the brake pedal is applied.

WARNING

Have your brake system checked if the
brake pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Brake pad wear indicators

The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake
pad requires replacement, a high pitched
scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal
is depressed. Have the brakes checked
as soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.

Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.

For additional information

regarding brake inspections, see the ap-
propriate maintenance schedule informa-
tion in the "Maintenance and schedules"
section of this manual.

LDI2710

BRAKES

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8-21

Two types of fuses are used. Type

used in the fuse boxes in the engine com-
partment. Type

is used in the passenger

compartment and engine compartment
fuse boxes. Type

fuses are provided as

spare fuses. There are no spare fuses in the
engine compartment.

If a type

fuse is used to replace a type

fuse, the type

fuse will not be level with

the fuse pocket as shown in the illustration.
This will not affect the performance of the
fuse. Make sure the fuse is installed in the
fuse box securely.

Type

fuses cannot be installed in the

underhood fuse boxes. Only use type

fuses in the underhood fuse boxes.

NOTE:

Your vehicle may not be equipped with
all fuses listed on the fuse label.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WARNING

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.

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FUSES

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Do-it-yourself

If any electrical equipment does not come
on, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-

light switch are OFF.

2. Open the engine hood.

3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing

the tab and lifting the cover up.

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

The fuse puller is located in the center
of the fuse block in the passenger
compartment.

5. If the fuse is open

, replace it with a

new fuse

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-

trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

Fusible links

If the electrical equipment does not oper-
ate and fuses are in good condition, check
the fusible links. If any of these fusible links
are melted, replace with only Genuine
NISSAN parts.

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Do-it-yourself

8-23

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

WARNING

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or electronic con-
trol units or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head-

light switch are OFF.

2. Open glove box and pull the fuse box

cover to remove.

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.

4. If the fuse is open

, replace it with an

equivalent good fuse

5. Reverse step 2 to reinstall fuse box cover.

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-

trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

NOTE:

Your vehicle may not be equipped with
all fuses listed on the fuse label.

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CAUTION

Be careful not to allow children to swal-
low the battery or removed parts.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®

Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as
follows:

1. Remove the mechanical key from the

Intelligent Key.

2. Insert a small flathead screwdriver

into the slit

of the corner and twist it

to separate the upper part from the
lower part. Place a cloth over the screw-
driver to protect the casing.

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

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3. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended

battery:

CR2032

equivalent.

• Do not touch the internal circuit and

electric terminals as doing so could
cause a malfunction.

• Hold the battery by the edges. Holding

the battery across the contact points
will seriously deplete the storage
capacity.

• Make sure that the + side faces the

bottom of the lower part.

4. Close the lid securely as illustrated with

and

5. Operate the buttons to check the

operation.

If you need assistance with replacement, it
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

FCC Notice:

For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

Note:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment.

For Canada:
This

device

contains

licence-exempt

transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference. (2) This
device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

LDI2637

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