spare wheel NISSAN FRONTIER 2001 D22 / 1.G User Guide

cluding the spare, and adjust to the speci-
fied pressure if necessary. Check carefully
for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Wheel nuts*When checking the tires, make
sure no wheel nuts are missing, and check for
any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Wheel alignment and balanceIf the ve-
hicle should pull to either side while driving
on a straight and level road, or if you detect
uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be
a need for wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing
may be needed.
Windshield wiper blades*Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Doors, hood and tailgateCheck that the
doors, hood and tailgate operate properly.
Also ensure that all latches lock securely.
Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers
and links as necessary. Make sure that the
secondary latch keeps the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt orother corrosive materials, check lubrication
frequently.
Lights*Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and installed
securely. Also check headlight aim.INTERIOR MAINTENANCE
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing periodic maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Additional information on the following
items with an ``*'' is found in the ``Do-it-
yourself'' section of this manual.
Warning lights and chimesMake sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield wiper and washer*Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and
that the wipers do not streak.
Windshield defrosterCheck that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating the
heater or air conditioner.
Steering wheelCheck for changes in thesteering conditions, such as excessive free-
play, hard steering or strange noises.
SeatsCheck seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints move up and
down smoothly and the locks (if so
equipped) hold securely in all latched posi-
tions.
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat
belt system (e.g., buckles, anchors, adjust-
ers and retractors) operate properly and
smoothly, and are installed securely. Check
the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or
damage.
Accelerator pedalCheck the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort.
Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.
Clutch pedal*Make sure the pedal oper-
ates smoothly and check that it has the
proper free travel.
BrakesCheck that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
Brake pedal and booster*Check the pedal
Maintenance
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheel/offset in (mm) Tire Spare tire size
4X2 Regular Cab: XE 15X6JJ/1.18 (30) Steel
15X7JJ/0.79 (20) AlloyP225/70R15
P225/70R15T135/90D16
T135/90D16
King Cab: XE 15X6JJ/1.18 (30) Steel
15X7JJ/0.79 (20) Alloy
15X7JJ/1.18 (30) Steel*
15X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy*P225/70R15
P225/70R15
P265/70R15*
P265/70R15*T135/90D16
T135/90D16
P265/70R15*
P265/70R15*
SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P255/65R16 P255/65R16
SC 17X8JJ (40) Alloy P265/55R17 P265/55R17
Crew Cab XE 15X7JJ/1.18 (30) Alloy
15X7JJ/1.57 (40) AlloyP265/70R15
P265/70R15P265/70R15
P265/70R15
SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P255/65R16 P255/65R16
SC 17X8JJ (40) Alloy P265/55R17 P265/55R17
4X4 King Cab: XE 15X7JJ/1.18 (30) Steel
15X7JJ/1.57 (40) AlloyP265/70R15
P265/70R15P265/70R15
P265/70R15
SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P265/70R16 P265/70R16
SC 17X8JJ (40) Alloy P265/55R17 P265/55R17
Crew Cab: XE 15X7JJ/1.18 (30) Alloy
15X7JJ/1.57 (40) AlloyP265/70R15
P265/70R15P265/70R15
P265/70R15
SE 16X7JJ/1.57 (40) Alloy P265/70R16 P265/70R16
SC 17X8JJ (40) Alloy P265/55R17 P265/55R17
* Not available with KA24DE engine.
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Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-17
Overdrive switch.......................... 5-13, 5-14
Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF
switch and light ..................................... 1-17
Rear window defogger switch .............. 2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-15
T
Tachometer .................................................. 2-5
Tailgate latch ............................................. 3-15
Three-way catalyst....................................... 5-2
Tie down hooks ......................................... 3-17
Tilting steering wheel ................................. 3-12
Tire
Flat tire.................................................... 6-2
Spare tire .............................................. 8-40
Tire chains ............................................ 8-37
Tire placard......................................... 10-14
Tire pressure ........................................ 8-36
Tire rotation .......................................... 8-38
Tires of 4-wheel drive ........................... 8-39
Types of tires ........................................ 8-36
Uniform tire quality grading ................ 10-27
Wheels and tires................................... 8-36
Wheel/tire size .................................... 10-10
Towing
2-wheel drive models ........................... 6-11
4-wheel drive models ........................... 6-12
Tow truck towing .................................. 6-11
Towing load/specification chart .......... 10-24Trailer towing ...................................... 10-22
Transfer case ............................................. 5-21
Transmission
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...... 8-14
Driving with automatic transmission ....... 5-9
Driving with manual transmission ......... 5-15
Selector lever lock release ................... 5-12
Travel (See registering your vehicle in
another country)....................................... 10-12
Truck - camper loading............................ 10-17
Turn signal switch (See headlight and turn
signal switch) ............................................. 2-17
U
Uniform tire quality grading ..................... 10-27
V
Vanity mirror .............................................. 3-13
Vehicle dimensions and weights ............. 10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(chassis number) ..................................... 10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate ......................................................... 10-12
Vehicle loading information ..................... 10-15
Vehicle recovery ........................................ 6-13
Vehicle security system ............................. 2-12
Ventilators .................................................... 4-2W
Warning
Air bag warning light............................. 1-20
Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 2-19
Vehicle security system ........................ 2-12
Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 1-20
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 2-7
Weights (See dimensions and weights) .. 10-11
Wheels and tires ........................................ 8-36
Wheel/tire size ......................................... 10-10
When traveling or registering your vehicle
in another country .................................... 10-12
Window washer fluid.................................. 8-16
Windows
Manual windows ................................... 2-25
Power windows..................................... 2-23
Rear sliding window ............................. 2-25
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........ 2-15
Wiper
Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 2-15
Wiper blades......................................... 8-23
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