NISSAN FRONTIER 2017 D23 / 3.G Quick Reference Guide
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MAKING A CALL FROM THE PHONEBOOK
 1. Pr
ess the  
 button on the steering wheel.
 2. A
f ter waiting for the tone, say “Call”.
 3. 
 
A
f ter the next tone, speak a name of a phonebook entry. For example,  
“Michael Smith”.
 4. C
onfirm that the correct name is recognized by saying “Dial” af ter the tone.
    In some c ases, names stored using all UPPERCASE letters may not be recognized 
by the system.
MAKING A CALL BY PHONE NUMBER
 1. Pr
ess the  
 button on the steering wheel. A tone will sound.
 2. 
 
Sa
y: “Call”. The system acknowledges the command and announces the next set 
of available commands.
 3. 
 
Sa
y: “Phone Number”. The system acknowledges the command and announces 
the next set of available commands.
 4. Sa
y the number you wish to call starting with the area code in single digit format.
 5
.
 
 
When y
ou have finished speaking the phone number, the system repeats it back 
and announces the available commands.
 6
. 
 
Sa
y: “Dial”. The system acknowledges the command and makes the call.
RECEIVING/ENDING A CALL
    When you receive a cellular phone call, a ring tone sounds through the   audio system.
  To accept the call, press the   button on the steering wheel.
  To reject the call, press the  button on the steering wheel.
    To hang up the cellular phone at the end of a call or to disconnect during call 
placement, press the 
 button on the steering wheel.
1 Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving.2  Availability of specific features is dependent upon the phone’s Bluetooth® support. Please refer to your phone’s owner’s manual for details. Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., 
and any use of such marks by NISSAN is under license. See www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth for details.
3  Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “Text-to-Speech”. Some applications and features such as social networking and texting, may also be restricted. Check local regulations for any requirements 
before using these features.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 
(section 4)” of your Owner’s Manual or please visit www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features, please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.  
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SYSTEM GUIDE 
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BLUETOOTH® SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION1,2,3 (if so equipped)
    Send predefined or custom text messages4 through your vehicle’s  
Bluetooth®,2 system.
    Receive texts through your vehicle’s  Bluetooth®,2 system that can be read to you.
    Bluetooth® S treaming Audio allows you to 
use a compatible Bluetooth®,2 device to play 
audio files. Your compatible Bluetooth®,2 
device can be connected to the vehicle’s 
audio system, allowing audio files to play 
through the vehicle’s speakers.
CONNECTING PROCEDURE
 1. Pr
ess the  
 button on the control panel.
 2. 
 
Selec
t the “Settings” key  1.
 3. 
 
Selec
t the “Phone & Bluetooth” key  
2.
 4. 
 
Selec
t the “Connect New Device” key  
3.
 5
.
 
 
Initiate the c
onnecting process from the 
handset. The system will display the message: 
 
   
“Is PIN XXXXXX displa
yed on your  
Bluetooth device?”
 
   
If the PIN is displa
yed on your Bluetooth®
,2 
device, select “ Yes” to complete the 
connecting process.
VEHICLE PHONEBOOK
To access the vehicle phonebook: 
 1. Pr
ess the  
 button on the control panel.
 2. Selec
t the “Phonebook” key  
4.
 3. 
 
Choose the desir
ed entry from the  
displayed list.
MAKING A CALL
 1. 
 
Press  the  
 button on the control panel. The “PHONE” screen
 5 will appear on 
the display.
     While driving,  press the  button on the steering wheel, say “Call”, and the 
system will list the available commands.
 2. Selec
t one of the following options to make a call:
     “Phonebook”:  Select the name from an entry stored in the vehicle phonebook.
     “Call Lists”: Select the name from the incoming, outgoing or missed call history.
     “Redial”: Dial the last outgoing call from the vehicle.
    : Input the phone number manually using the keypad displayed  
on the screen.
2
1
3
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features, please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.  
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RECEIVING A CALL
   To accept the incoming call, either: 
 
   
•  
 Press  the  
 button on the 
 
steering wheel,   
or
 
   
• 
 
Selec
t the  
 icon on the screen.
   To reject the incoming call, either:
 
   
• 
  
Pr
 ess the 
 button on the steering wheel, 
or
 
   
• 
 
Selec
t the 
 icon on the screen.
   To end a cellular phone call, either:
 
   
• 
  
Pr
 ess the 
 button on the steering wheel,  
or
 
   
• 
 
Selec
t the 
 icon on the screen.
1 Some jurisdictions prohibit the use of cellular telephones while driving.
2  Availability of specific features is dependent upon the phone’s Bluetooth® support. Please refer to your  phone owner’s manual for details. Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and 
any use of such marks by NISSAN is under license. See www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth for details.
3 Never program while driving. GPS mapping may not be detailed in all areas or reflect current road status.
4  Laws in some jurisdictions may restrict the use of “Text-to-Speech”. Some applications and features, such as social networking and texting, may also be restricted. Check local regulations for any requirements 
before using these features.
Compatible smartphone required. Text rates and/or data usage may apply.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features, please go to www.
nissanownersinfo.mobi.
For more information, refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 
(section 4)” of your Owner’s Manual or visit www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth.
To view detailed instructional videos regarding these and other features, please go to www.nissanownersinfo.mobi.  
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SYSTEM GUIDE 
NAVIGATION SYSTEM1 (if so equipped)
    Your Navigation System can calculate a route from your current location to a preferred destination. The real-time map display and turn-by-turn voice 
guidance will lead you along the route.
    The Navigation System will continually update your vehicle’s position. If you  have deviated from the original route, it will recalculate the route from your 
current location.
    To help promote safe driving, some functions cannot be operated or have limited operation when the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h). The on-
screen text and keys for these restricted functions will be grayed-out or muted 
and cannot be selected while driving. These functions will become available 
again when the vehicle speed is reduced to 5 mph (8 km/h). Voice commands 
may be available for some of the restricted functions. For more information, 
refer to the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 
(section 4)” of your Owner’s Manual.
1 N AV
 button – Press to access the functions of the Navigation System.2 MAP  button – Press to display the current location map screen.3  VOL (volume) control knob – Turn right to increase the volume or lef t to 
decrease the volume.
4   key – Touch to zoom the map in.5  key – Touch to zoom the map out.6   
button – Press to access SiriusXM Traffic, MyApps, SiriusXM Travel Link,  
Voice Commands and Settings.
7    button
 – Press to change the display brightness between day and night 
modes. While the mode is being displayed, the brightness can be adjusted using 
the TUNE knob. Press and hold to turn the display off. Press again to turn the 
display on.
8  B ACK button – Press to return to the previous screen.9 TUNE  knob – Turn to navigate the items in a list. Press to select a menu item.10 Touch-screen display11  SD-c ard location – An SD-card with map data must be inserted here for map 
functions to operate.
1 Never program while driving. GPS mapping may not be detailed in all areas or reflect current road status.
An account must first be registered from the “Info Services Settings” screen and a compatible Bluetooth® 
hands-free phone, and subscription service is required. Please visit www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth for 
compatible phone information.
For more information, refer to your Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
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HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (if so equipped)
   The HomeLink® Univ
ersal Transceiver can learn and consolidate the functions 
of up to three different hand-held transmitters, operating items such as garage 
doors, property gates, outdoor and indoor lights or alarm systems.
    To program the HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:
 
 
• 
  
P
 osition the handheld transceiver 1-3 in (26-76 mm) away from the HomeLink 
surface, keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view.
 
 
• 
  
Pr
 ess and hold the desired HomeLink button and the handheld transmitter 
button simultaneously until the HomeLink indicator light flashes slowly and 
then rapidly.
 
 
• 
  
Both but
 tons may be released when the indicator light flashes rapidly.
   To verify the programing is complete, press and hold the HomeLink button and 
observe the indicator light:
 
 
• 
  
A solid
 , continuous light indicates the programing is complete and the 
HomeLink button will activate your device.
 
 
• 
  
A blinking light that turns to a solid
 , continuous light af ter 2 seconds indicates 
additional steps are required to complete the programing.
    An additional per
son may make the remaining steps easier. To complete the  
programing process:
 
 
• 
  
A
 t the receiver of the device that you are programing to the HomeLink 
system, press and release the learn or smart button (the name may vary by 
manufacturer, but it is usually located near where the hanging antenna wire 
is attached to the unit). You have approximately 30 seconds to initiate the 
following step.
 
 
• 
  
Pr
 ess and hold the programed HomeLink button for 2 seconds and release.
   You may have to repeat the previous two steps up to three times to complete 
the programing process. HomeLink should now activate your device. 
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual, the 
HomeLink website at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515. 
HOMELINK
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MEMO
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MEMO
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This Quick Reference Guide is intended to provide an overview of some of the unique features of your new 
vehicle. Please see your Owner’s Manual for important safety information and system operation limitations. 
Features and equipment in your vehicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date 
of production, region or availability. Therefore, you may find information about features or equipment that are 
not included or installed on your vehicle.
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of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications, performance, design or component suppliers 
without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this Quick Reference 
Guide to provide owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and 
retain with this Quick Reference Guide all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access 
to accurate and up-to-date information regarding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Quick Reference 
Guides, Owner’s Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at 
https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/navigation/manualsGuide. If you have questions concerning 
any information in the Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN Consumer Affairs. See the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE 
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Helpful Resources
Below is a list of helpful resources that can be used 
to learn more about the vehicle’s systems and 
feature operations.
  Vehicle Owner’s Manual
    Navigation Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
    Printed Quick R eference Guide (this document)
  www.NissanUSA.com/bluetooth
  www.NissanUSA.com/connect
  www.youtube.com/user/NissanUSA
  Nissan Consumer Affairs: 1-800-647-7261
    Electronic Quick Reference Guide  
(Use Quick Response (QR) code or URL below.)
    Nissan Quick Guide (a vailable in the iPhone App 
Store or Android Google Play Store for download 
to your smartphone)