key battery NISSAN FRONTIER 2002 D22 / 1.G Owners Manual

Each dome light has a three-position switch
and operates regardless of ignition key
position.
cWhen the switch is in the OFF position,
the dome light does not illuminate, re-
gardless of door position.
cWhen the switch is in the centerjor
DOOR position, the dome light illumi-
nates by opening a door.
cWhen the switch is in the ON position,
the dome light illuminates regardless of
door position.
On some King Cab models, the dome lightcan be used as a cargo light by simply
pulling the light down. This light is conve-
nient at night when loading cargo.
For information regarding dome light bulb
replacement, refer to ªBulb replacementº in
the ``Maintenance and do-it-yourself'' sec-
tion of this manual.
CAUTION
Leaving the dome light switch in the ON
position for extended periods of time
will result in a discharged battery.To turn on the map lights push the switches.
To turn them off, push the switches again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could
result in a discharged battery.
AIC1115WIC0125
INTERIOR LIGHTS MAP LIGHTS
(if so equipped)
Instruments and controls2-33
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The interior lights illuminate when a front or
rear door (crew cab only) is opened. Once
the doors are closed, these lights turn off in
30 seconds or turn off immediately when the
key is turned to the ON position.
BATTERY SAVER
If the vehicle doors are not fully closed and
the interior lights remain illuminated, they
eventually turn off automatically to prevent
the battery from becoming discharged. Inte-
rior lights that illuminate when doors are
opened turn off after approximately 30 min-
utes.
LIC0101
ILLUMINATED ENTRY
SYSTEM
2-34Instruments and controls
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Key .........................................................................3-2
Doors ......................................................................3-2
Locking with key ................................................3-2
Locking with inside lock knob............................3-3
Locking with power door lock switch.................3-3
Child safety rear door lock
(Crew Cab models only)....................................3-4
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped)......3-4
How to use remote keyless entry
system ...............................................................3-4
Battery replacement ..........................................3-7
Hood .......................................................................3-8
Roof rack (if so equipped)......................................3-9
Step rail (if so equipped) ......................................3-11
Fuel filler lid ..........................................................3-11Fuel filler cap ...................................................3-11
Steering wheel .....................................................3-12
Tilt operation (if so equipped) .........................3-12
Sun visors.............................................................3-13
Vanity mirror (if so equipped) ..........................3-13
Mirrors ..................................................................3-13
Inside mirror.....................................................3-13
Outside mirrors ................................................3-13
Outside mirror remote control
(if so equipped)................................................3-14
Truck box..............................................................3-15
Tailgate ............................................................3-15
Tie down hooks ...............................................3-17
ZX

BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows:
1. Open the lid using a coin.
2. Replace the battery with a new one.
Recommended battery: ToshibaCR2025 or equivalent.
3. Close the lid securely.
4. Press the LOCK button, then the UNLOCK
button two or three times to check the
keyfob operation.
If the battery is removed for any reason
other than replacement, perform step 4
above.
cAn improperly disposed battery can
hurt the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
cThe keyfob is water-resistant; how-
ever, if it does get wet, immediately
wipe completely dry.
cThe operational range of the keyfob
extends to approximately 33 ft (10 m)
from the vehicle. This range may vary
with conditions.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
LPD0081
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-7
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Station memory operations
Each preset mode (A, B or C) has 6 presets,
capable of storing any combination of AM,
FM and FM RDS stations.Press the PRESET ABC button to change
between the presets:
A!B!C
The radio displays icon A, B or C to indicate
which set of presets is active.
1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Push the desired station select button for
more than 3 seconds. For example, in
the illustrations ch3 is to be memorized.
The radio mutes when the select button
is pushed.
3. When the indicator illuminates in the
display and the sound resumes, memo-
rizing is complete.
4. Other station select buttons can be set in
the same manner.
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
radio fuse opens, the radio memory is can-
celled. In that case, reset the desired stations.
Compact disc (CD) player operation
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON
position and carefully insert the compact
disc into the slot with the label side up. The
compact disc is automatically pulled into the
slot and starts to play.If the radio is already operating, it automati-
cally turns off and the compact disc begins
to play.
CAUTION
Do not force the compact disc into the
slot. This could damage the player.
CD/CHG
When the
button is pushed with the
compact disc loaded or the radio playing,
the radio turns off and compact disc starts to
play.
Track up/down, FF/REV
Track up/down
When the
button is pushed while the
compact disc is playing, the selection fol-
lowing the present one starts to play from
the beginning. Push the
button several
times to skip several selections. Each time
the button is pushed, the CD advances one
additional selection. The number appears in
the display window. (When the last selec-
tion on the compact disc is skipped, the first
selection is played.)LHA0119
Heater, air conditioner and audio systems4-15
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving ...................5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................5-2
Three-way catalyst ............................................5-2
On-pavement and offroad driving
precautions ........................................................5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ...........................5-3
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ....................5-4
Driving safety precautions .................................5-4
Ignition switch .........................................................5-6
Automatic transmission .....................................5-6
Manual transmission..........................................5-7
Key positions .....................................................5-7
Before starting the engine ......................................5-8
Starting the engine .................................................5-8
Driving the vehicle ..................................................5-9
Automatic transmission (if so equipped) ...........5-9
Manual transmission........................................5-15
Parking brake .......................................................5-16
Cruise control (if so equipped) .............................5-17
Precautions on cruise control ..........................5-17
Cruise control operations ................................5-18Break-in schedule ................................................5-19
Increasing fuel economy ......................................5-19
Using four-wheel drive .........................................5-20
Transfer case shifting procedures ...................5-20
Auto-lock free-running hubs ............................5-21
Parking/parking on hills ........................................5-24
Power steering .....................................................5-25
Brake system........................................................5-25
Braking precautions .........................................5-25
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .........................5-26
Cold weather driving ............................................5-27
Freeing a frozen door lock ..............................5-27
Anti-freeze .......................................................5-27
Battery .............................................................5-27
Draining of coolant water ................................5-27
Tire equipment.................................................5-28
Special winter equipment ................................5-28
Driving on snow or ice.....................................5-28
Engine block heater (if so equippped) ............5-29
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
On automatic transmission models, the ig-
nition lock is designed so the key cannot be
turned to LOCK and removed until the shift
selector lever is moved to the P (Park)
position.
When removing the key from the ignition,
make sure the shift selector lever is in the P
(Park) position.
If the key cannot be turned to the LOCK
position, proceed as follows to remove the key:
1) Move the shift selector lever into the P
(Park) position.2) Turn the ignition key slightly in the ON
direction.
3) Turn the key toward the LOCK position.
4) Remove the key.
The shift lever is designed so it cannot be
moved out of P (Park) and into any of the
other gear positions if the ignition key is
turned to OFF or if the key is removed from
the switch.
The shift lever can be moved if the igni-
tion switch is in the ACC position. This
allows the vehicle to be moved if the
battery is discharged. The shift lever can
also be moved if the ignition switch is in
the ON position and the foot brake pedal
is depressed.
There is an OFF position between the
LOCK and ACC positions. The OFF posi-
tion is indicated by a(1(on the key
cylinder. When the ignition is in the OFF
position, the steering wheel is not
locked.
In order for the steering wheel to be locked,
it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clock-
wise from the straight up position.To lock the steering wheel, turn the key
to the LOCK position. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering wheel, insert the
key and turn it gently while rotating the
steering wheel slightly right and left.
WARNING
Never remove or turn the key to the
LOCK position while driving. The steer-
ing wheel will lock. This may cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle and
could result in serious vehicle damage
or personal injury.
ASD1014
IGNITION SWITCH
5-6Starting and driving
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (if
so equipped)
WARNING
cDo not depress the accelerator pedal
while shifting from P (Park) or N
(Neutral) to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 2
or 1. Always depress the brake pedal
until shifting is completed. Failure to
do so could cause you to lose con-
trol and have an accident.
cCold engine idle speed is high, so
use caution when shifting into a for-
ward or reverse gear before the en-
gine has warmed up.
cNever shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse)
while the vehicle is moving. This
could cause an accident.
CAUTION
cWhen stopping the vehicle on an
uphill grade, do not hold the vehicle
by depressing the accelerator pedal.
The foot brake should be used for
this purpose.
cOn slippery roads, do not downshift.
This may cause a loss of control.The automatic transmission in your vehicle
is electronically controlled by a transmission
control module to produce maximum power
and smooth operation.
The recommended operating procedures for
this transmission are shown on the following
pages. Follow these procedures for maximum
vehicle performance and driving enjoyment.
Starting the vehicle
cAfter starting the engine, fully depress
the foot brake pedal to ensure the ve-
hicle is at a complete stop before at-
tempting to shift the selector lever.
cKeep the foot brake pedal depressed
and shift the selector lever into a driving
gear.
cRelease the foot brake, then gradually
start the vehicle in motion.
This automatic transmission is designed
so the foot brake pedal MUST be de-
pressed before shifting from P (Park) to
any drive position while the ignition
switch is ON.
The selector lever cannot be moved out
of P (Park) and into any of the other gear
positions if the ignition key is turned toLOCK or if the key is removed.
The selector lever can be moved if the
ignition switch is in the ACC or OFF
position without depressing the foot
brake pedal. This allows the vehicle to be
moved if the battery is discharged.
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
Starting and driving5-9
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D (Drive)
Use this position for all normal forward
driving.
2 (Second gear)
Use this position for hill climbing or engine
braking on downhill grades.
Do not shift into the 2 position at speeds
above 68 MPH (110 km/h). Do not exceed
68 MPH (110 km/h) in the 2 position.
1 (Low gear)
Use this position when climbing steep hills
slowly or slow driving through deep snow,
sand or mud, or for maximum engine brak-
ing on steep downhill grades.
Do not shift into the 1 position at speeds
above 34 MPH (55 km/h). Do not exceed 34
MPH (55 km/h) in the 1 position.Shift lock release
If the battery charge is low, the selector
lever may not be moved from the P position
even with the brake pedal depressed and
the selector lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, push the shift
lock release and selector lever button. The
selector lever can be moved to N (Neutral).
To push the shift lock release, complete the
following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition key to the lock position
and remove the key.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Remove the shift lock release cover.
4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock
release slot, and push down.
5. Push the selector lever button and move
the selector lever to N (Neutral) position
while holding down the shift lock release.
6. Start the engine.
If the selector lever cannot be moved out of
P (Park), take your vehicle to an authorized
NISSAN dealership as soon as possible.
WSD0017
5-12Starting and driving
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If an abnormality occurs in the system, the
anti-lock function will cease but the ordinary
brakes will continue to operate normally. The
ABS brake warning light will then come on.
If the light comes on while you are driv-
ing, contact an authorized NISSAN
dealer for repair.
WARNING
cThe anti-lock brake system is a so-
phisticated device, but it cannot pre-
vent accidents resulting from care-
less or dangerous driving
techniques. It can help maintain ve-
hicle control during braking on slip-
pery surfaces, but remember that the
stopping distance on slippery sur-
faces will be longer than on normal
surfaces even with the anti-lock
brake system. Stopping distances
may also be longer on rough, gravel,
or snow covered roads, or if you are
using tire chains. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you. Ultimately, the respon-
sibility for safety of self and others
rests in the hands of the driver.Tire type and condition may also
affect braking effectiveness.
cWhen replacing tires, install the
specified size of tires on all four
wheels.
cWhen installing a spare tire, make
sure it is the proper size and type as
specified on the tire placard. For tire
placard location information, refer to
``Tire placard'' in the ``Technical and
consumer information'' section of
this manual.
For additional information, refer to9Wheels
and Tires9in the9Maintenance and do-it-
yourself9section of this manual.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR
LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer or glycerin through the key hole. If
the lock becomes frozen, heat the key be-
fore inserting it in the key hole.
ANTI-FREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32ÉF (0ÉC),
check anti-freeze (ethylene glycol base) to
assure proper winter protection. For details,
see ``Engine cooling system'' in the ``Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself'' section of this
manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the bat-
tery fluid may freeze and damage the bat-
tery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the
battery should be checked regularly. For
details, see ``Battery'' in the ``Maintenance
and do-it-yourself'' section of this manual.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without
anti-freeze, drain the cooling system by
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
Starting and driving5-27
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