NISSAN FRONTIER 1996 D22 / 1.G Owners Manual

Foreword
Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the
latest techniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of
driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate ``Warranty Information Booklet'' explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle.
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, he will be glad to assist you with the
extensive resources available to him.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!
Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe and
complete trip for you and your passengers
²NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
²ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too
fast for conditions.
²ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint
systems.
²ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle
safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.
²ALWAYS review this owner's manual for important safety
information.
NOTES ON THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN
THIS OWNER'S MANUAL
This owner's manual contains descriptions and operating in-
structions for all systems, features and optional equipment that
might appear in any model of this vehicle built for any destina-
tion in North America, including the continental United States,
Canada and Hawaii. Therefore, you may very well find informa-
tion in this manual that does not apply to your vehicle.
For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive models, a
mark
is placed at the beginning of the applicable sections/items.
As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to
operate 4-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of
control or an accident. Be sure to read ``Driving 4-Wheel Drive
Safely'' in the ``Starting and driving'' section of this manual.
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ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING
This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary
passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road
use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an
accident.
Be sure to read ªOn-pavement and off-road driving precautionsº and
``Avoiding collision and rollover'' in the ªStarting and drivingº section
of this manual.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its
performance, safety or durability, and may even violate govern-
mental regulations. In addition, damage or performance prob-
lems resulting from modification may not be covered under
NISSAN warranties.
All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are
those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to
change specifications or design without notice and without obligation.
1996 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
U.S.A.
All rights reserved. No part of this Owner's Manual may be
reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any
form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of
Nissan North America, Inc.
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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN
Your new Nissan is the result of our dedication to
produce the finest in safe, reliable and economi-
cal transportation. Your vehicle is the product of
a successful worldwide company that manufac-
tures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and
distributes them in 170 nations.
Nissan vehicles are designed and manufactured
by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in
Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and Nissan affiliates world
wide, collectively growing to become the fifth
largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars
and trucks, Nissan also makes textile machinery,
fork-lift trucks, marine engines, boats and other
products.
Nissan has made a substantial and growing
investment in North America, starting with the
opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. in
1960, and continuing with the production of some
cars and trucks at one of the world's mostmodern manufacturing facilities, Nissan Motor
Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A. in Smyrna,
Tennessee, vehicle styling at Nissan Design
International in San Diego, California, and engi-
neering at Nissan Research and Development in
Farmington Hills, Michigan.
Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. and its dealers
indirectly employ about 60,000 Americans.
Nissan is also a substantial contributor to the
Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-
pliers and over 170 dealers employ approxi-
mately 4,500 people. These include company
employees and the staffs of Nissan dealers all
across Canada. In addition, many Canadians
work for companies that supply Nissan and Nis-
san dealers with materials and services ranging
from operation of port facilities and transportation
services to the supply of lubricants, parts and
accessories.Nissan pioneered the use of electronics and
computers in automobiles, and has led the indus-
try in improving both performance and fuel effi-
ciency through new engine designs and the use
of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight.
The company has also developed ways to build
quality into its vehicles at each stage of the
production process, both through extensive use
of automation and Ð most importantly Ð
through an awareness thatpeopleare the cen-
tral element in quality control.
From the time the parts arrived from our suppli-
ers until you took delivery of your new Nissan,
dozens of checks were made to ensure that only
the best job was being done in producing and
delivering your vehicle. Nissan also takes great
care to ensure that when you take your Nissan to
your dealer for maintenance, the service techni-
cian will perform his work according to the quality
standards that have been established by the
factory.
Safety has also been built into your Nissan. As
you know, seat belts are an integral part of the
safety systems that will help protect you and your
passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an
accident. We urge you to use the belts every time
you drive the vehicle.
The Nissan story of growth and achievement
reflects our major goal: to provide you, our
customer, with a vehicle that is built with quality
and craftsmanship Ð a product that we can be
proud to build and you can be proud to own.
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
NISSAN CARES ...
Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with
your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist
you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
However, if there is something that your NISSAN
dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to
provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions,
please contact our (NISSAN's) Consumer Affairs De-
partment using our toll-free number:
For U.S. mainland customers
1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)
For Hawaii customers
(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number)
For Canada customers
1-800-387-0122
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following infor-
mation:
Ð Your name, address, and telephone number
Ð Vehicle identification number (on dashboard)
Ð Date of purchase
Ð Current odometer reading
Ð Your NISSAN dealer's name
Ð Your comments or questionsOR
You can write to NISSAN with the information on the left at:
For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers
Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 191
Gardena, California 90248-0191
For Hawaii customers
Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii
2880 Kilihau St.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
For Canada customers
Nissan Canada Inc.
P.O. Box 1709, Station ``B''
Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4H6
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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ContentsInstruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater, air conditioner and audio system
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and interior care
Do-it-yourself operations
Maintenance schedule
Technical and consumer information
Index
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1 Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges ............................................ 1-2
Speedometer and odometer .............................. 1-3
Tachometer (If so equipped) .............................. 1-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 1-4
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 1-4
Instrument cluster clock (If so equipped) ........... 1-5
Warning/indicator lights and chimes .................. 1-6
Headlight and turn signal switch ...................... 1-10
Windshield wiper and washer switch ............... 1-11
Instrument brightness control ........................... 1-12
Hazard warning flasher switch ......................... 1-12
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray ....... 1-13
Cup holder (If so equipped) ............................. 1-13
Interior light and cargo light ............................. 1-14
Map light (If so equipped) ................................ 1-14
Manual window ................................................. 1-15
Power window (If so equipped) ........................ 1-15
Rear sliding window (If so equipped) ............... 1-16
Opera window (If so equipped) ........................ 1-17
Sunroof (If so equipped) .................................. 1-17
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AIC0746
METERS AND GAUGES
1-2
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Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
Trip odometer
The trip odometer records the distance of
individual trips. Before each trip, set the trip
odometer to zero by pushing the RESET
knob.The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (r/min).CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the
red zone, shift to a higher gear. Oper-
ating the engine in the red zone may
cause serious engine damage.
AIC0736AIC0744
SPEEDOMETER AND
ODOMETERTACHOMETER
(If so equipped)
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The gauge indicates the engine coolant
temperature.
The engine coolant temperature varies with
the outside air temperature and driving con-
ditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates over the normal
range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the ve-
hicle may seriously damage the engine.
See the ``In case of emergency'' section
for immediate action required.
The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE
fuel level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during brak-
ing, turning, acceleration, or going up or
downhill.
The gauge needle is designed to hold its
position when the ignition key is turned
OFF.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge
registers E.
AIC0737AIC0738
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGEFUEL GAUGE
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The digital clock displays time regardless of
ignition switch position. When the ignition
key is in the ACC or ON position, the clock
illuminates.
Adjusting the time
Turn the adjust knob counterclockwise to
advance the hour display.
Turn the adjust knob clockwise to advance
the minute display.
Resetting the time
To reset the time to the time signal, push the
adjust knob.
For example, if the adjust knob is depressed
while the time is between 8:00 and 8:29, the
display resets to 8:00. If depressed while it
is between 8:30 and 8:59, the display resets
to 9:00.
Once the power supply is disconnected, the
clock starts to operate from the time 1:00. It
may be necessary to adjust the time.
SIC0047A
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CLOCK
(If so equipped)
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