ECU NISSAN FRONTIER 2009 Owner´s Manual

Sway control device
Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting
caused by other vehicles can affect trailer han-
dling. Sway control devices may be used to help
control these affects. If you choose to use one,
contact a reputable trailer hitch supplier to make
sure the sway control device will work with the
vehicle, hitch, trailer and the trailer’s brake sys-
tem. Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer for installing and using the sway
control device.
Class I hitch
Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (909 kg) .
Class II hitch
Class II trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb (1,510 kg) .
The genuine NISSAN step bumper is considered
a Class II ball mount.
Class III hitch
Class III trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 5,000 lb (2,272 kg) .
Class IV hitch
Class IV trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 10,000 lb (4,545 kg) . A
weight distributing hitch should be used to tow
trailers that weigh over 5,000 lb (2,272 kg) .
Your vehicle may be equipped with Class IV
trailer hitch equipment that has a 10,000 lb
(4,545 kg) maximum weight rating, but your ve-
hicle is only capable of towing the maximum
trailer weights shown in the “Towing Load/
Specification” chart earlier in this section.
CAUTION
cSpecial hitches which include frame re-
inforcements are required for towing
above 2,000 lb (907 kg) . Suitable genu-
ine NISSAN hitches, ball mounts and
hitch balls for pickup trucks and sport
utility vehicles are available at a
NISSAN dealer.
cThe hitch should not be attached to or
affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.
cDo not use axle-mounted hitches.cDo not modify the vehicle exhaust sys-
tem, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
cTo reduce the possibility of additional
damage if your vehicle is struck from
the rear, where practical, remove the
receiver when not in use.
cRegularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely mounted.
cWhen towing with the hitch ball
mounted to the rear bumper, do not
make sharp turns. The trailer may con-
tact the bumper and cause damage to
the bumper or trailer.Tire pressures
cWhen towing a trailer, inflate the ve-
hicle tires to the recommended cold
tire pressure indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information label.
cTrailer tire condition, size, load rating
and proper inflation pressure should
be in accordance with the trailer and
tire manufacturer’s specifications.
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A Genuine NISSAN jumper harness is available
that is specifically designed to be used when
installing an aftermarket brake controller.
Install the aftermarket electric trailer brake con-
troller according to the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
Pre-towing tips
cBe certain your vehicle maintains a level
position when a loaded and/or unloaded
trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it
has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down
condition; check for improper tongue load,
overload, worn suspension or other possible
causes of either condition.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
cKeep the cargo load as low as possible in
the trailer to keep the trailer center of gravity
low.
cLoad the trailer so approximately 60% of the
trailer load is in the front half and 40% is in
the back half. Also make sure the load is
balanced side to side.
cCheck your hitch, trailer tire pressure, ve-
hicle tire pressure, trailer light operation, and
trailer wheel lug nuts every time you attach a
trailer to the vehicle.cBe certain your rearview mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
cDetermine the overall height of the vehicle
and trailer so the required clearance is
known.Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability and braking perfor-
mance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
cLock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or
lock to prevent the coupler from inadvert-
ently becoming unlatched.
cAvoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
cAvoid sharp turns or lane changes.
cAlways drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.cWhen backing up, hold the bottom of the
steering wheel with one hand. Move your
hand in the direction in which you want the
trailer to go. Make small corrections and
back up slowly. If possible, have someone
guide you when you are backing up.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
recommended; however, if you must do so:CAUTION
If you move the shift selector lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking brake,
transmission damage could occur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill
side of the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. After the wheel blocks are in place, slowly
release the brake pedal until the blocks ab-
sorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transmission into P (Park) .
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10 Index
4WD warning light...............2-16
A
Active brake limited slip (ABLS) system
(if so equipped).................5-34
Active Head Restraint..............1-6
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-52
Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system)...............1-60
Air bag warning labels.............1-67
Air bag warning light...........1-67, 2-18
Air cleaner housing filter............8-20
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation.......4-5, 4-13
Air conditioner service...........4-17
Air conditioner specification label.....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations.............9-7
Heater and air conditioner
controls.................4-2, 4-10
Servicing air conditioner..........4-17
Air flow charts...............4-7, 4-14
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system).........2-23
Anchor point locations.............1-27
Antenna.....................4-36
Anti-lock brake warning light..........2-14
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)........5-33Audible reminders................2-22
Audio system..................4-18
Compact Disc (CD) changer. . . .4-29, 4-33
Compact disc (CD) player.........4-27
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
changer...................4-29
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-25
Radio....................4-18
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-36
Autolight switch.................2-28
Automatic
Automatic power window switch.....2-47
Automatic transmission position indicator
light.....................2-18
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-13
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.......3-14
AUX jack.....................4-34
B
Battery......................8-16
Charge warning light............2-15
Before starting the engine...........5-12
Belt (See drive belt)..............8-18
Block heater
Engine....................5-39
BluetoothThands-free phone system.....4-37
Booster seats..................1-46
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-33Brake fluid..................8-14
Brake light (See stop light).........8-30
Brake system................5-32
Brake warning light.............2-15
Brake wear indicators........2-22, 8-23
Parking brake operation..........5-19
Self-adjusting brakes............8-23
Brakes......................8-23
Break-in schedule................5-21
Brightness control
Instrument panel..............2-30
Bulb check/instrument panel..........2-14
Bulb replacement................8-30
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...................9-2
Car phone or CB radio.............4-37
Cargo light switch...............2-32
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
CD care and cleaning.............4-35
CD changer (See audio system). . . .4-29, 4-33
CD player (See audio system).........4-27
Child restraint with top tether strap......1-24
Child restraints..........1-14, 1-21, 1-23
Precautions on child
restraints............1-21, 1-32, 1-46
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-27
Child safety rear door lock............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-22
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Light bulbs..................8-28
Low tire pressure warning light......2-16
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-18
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-61
Security indicator light...........2-20
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-13
Lights
Map lights..................2-51
Lock
Child safety rear door lock..........3-6
Door locks..................3-3
Power door locks...............3-4
Vehicle speed sensing door lock
mechanism..................3-5
Low fuel warning light.............2-16
Low tire pressure warning light........2-16
Low washer fluid warning light.........2-18
Luggage rack (see roof rack).........2-44
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13
M
Maintenance
General maintenance............8-2
Inside the vehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Outside the vehicle..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance...........1-20
Under the hood and vehicle.........8-4
Malfunction indicator light...........2-20
Manual front seat adjustment..........1-2
Manual windows................2-48
Map lights....................2-51
Map pocket...................2-41Meters and gauges................2-3
Instrument brightness control.......2-30
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-14
Inside mirror.................3-13
Outside mirrors...............3-14
Vanity mirror.................3-13
Moonroof....................2-48
Multi-remote control system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-6
N
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system................2-24, 3-2, 5-11
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating).....9-5
Odometer.....................2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil............8-11
Changing engine oil filter..........8-12
Checking engine oil level..........8-9
Engine oil...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity..............9-6
Outside mirrors.................3-14
Overdrive switch................5-16
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats..........6-11
Owner’s manual order form..........9-39Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-39
P
Parking
Parking brake operation..........5-19
Parking/parking on hills...........5-31
Phone, BluetoothThands-free system. . . .4-37
Power
Front seat adjustment............1-4
Power door locks...............3-4
Power outlet.................2-36
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-32
Power windows...............2-46
Rear power windows............2-47
Precautions
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions..................5-5
Precautions on child
restraints............1-21, 1-32, 1-46
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-52
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.........1-65
Push starting..................6-11
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-37
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Compact Disc (CD) changer. . . .4-29, 4-33
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
changer...................4-29
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-25
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-36
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-37
Rear power windows..............2-47
Rear sliding window..............2-48
Rear window defogger switch.........2-26
Recorders
Event data..................9-38
Refrigerant recommendation..........9-7
Registering your vehicle in another country . .9-10
Remote keyless entry system..........3-6
Reporting safety defects (US only)......9-37
Roof rack....................2-44
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock..........3-6
Child seat belts........1-21, 1-32, 1-46
Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .9-37
Seat
Jump seat...................1-5
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-2
Front power seat adjustment........1-4
Seat belt
Child safety.................1-14
Infants and small children.........1-14
Injured Person................1-15
Larger children...............1-15Precautions on seat belt usage......1-11
Pregnant women..............1-15
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.......1-65
Seat belt extenders.............1-20
Seat belt maintenance...........1-20
Seat belts..................1-11
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-19
Three-point type with retractor.......1-15
Seat belt warning light.............2-18
Seatback pockets................2-42
Seats
Adjustment..................1-2
Front seats..................1-2
Heated seats................2-32
Manual front seat adjustment........1-2
Security indicator light.............2-20
Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start........2-24, 3-2, 5-11
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-23
Service manual order form...........9-39
Servicing air conditioner............4-17
Shift lock release................5-15
Shifting
Automatic transmission...........5-13
Manual transmission............5-17
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-19
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems). . .1-64
Spark plug replacement............8-19
Speedometer...................2-4
SRS warning label...............1-67
Starting
Before starting the engine.........5-12
Jump starting.................6-9
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Push starting................6-11Starting the engine.............5-12
Steering
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-32
Tilting steering wheel............3-12
Steering wheel audio control switch......4-36
Stop light....................8-30
Storage.....................2-37
Storage tray...............2-37, 2-39
Sun visors....................3-12
Sunglasses case................2-40
Sunroof (see Moonroof)............2-48
Supplemental air bag warning labels.....1-67
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-67, 2-18
Supplemental front impact air bag system . .1-60
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.......1-67
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-52
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-52
Switch
Autolight switch...............2-28
Automatic power window switch.....2-47
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch . . .2-35
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch................2-34
Fog light switch...............2-30
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-31
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-27
Headlight control switch..........2-27
Hill descent control switch.........2-33
Ignition switch................5-9
Overdrive switch..............5-16
Power door lock switch...........3-4
Rear window defogger switch.......2-26
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Turn signal switch..............2-30
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch....................2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-25
T
Tachometer....................2-6
Tailgate latch..................3-15
Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start.............2-24, 3-2, 5-11
Three-way catalyst................5-3
Tie down hooks.................3-17
Tilting steering wheel..............3-12
Tire
Flat tire....................6-3
Spare tire...................6-4
Tire and Loading Information label.....9-12
Tire chains..................8-40
Tire placard.................9-12
Tire pressure................8-33
Tire rotation.................8-41
Tires of 4-wheel drive............8-43
Types of tires................8-39
Uniform tire quality grading.........9-36
Wheels and tires..............8-33
Wheel/tire size................9-9
Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light......2-16
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . .5-3
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-24
Towing
2-wheel drive models............6-134-wheel drive models............6-14
Flat towing..................9-35
Tow truck towing..............6-12
Towing load/specification.........9-28
Trailer towing................9-24
Transceiver
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.....2-51
Transmission
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-13
Driving with manual transmission.....5-17
Travel (See registering your vehicle in another
country).....................9-10
Trip computer...................2-5
Trip odometer...................2-4
Truck - camper loading.............9-23
Turn signal switch................2-30
U
Uniform tire quality grading...........9-36
V
Vanity mirror...................3-13
Variable voltage control system........8-17
Vehicle
Speed sensing door lock mechanism. . . .3-5
Vehicle dimensions and weights........9-9
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch. . .2-33
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system. . . .5-34
Vehicle identification..............9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number)................9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . .9-10Vehicle loading information...........9-13
Vehicle recovery.............6-14, 6-15
Vehicle security system.............2-23
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle immobi-
lizer system) , engine start.....2-24, 3-2, 5-11
Ventilators.....................4-2
Visors......................3-12
Voltmeter.....................2-8
W
Warning
4WD warning light.............2-16
Air bag warning light.........1-67, 2-18
Anti-lock brake warning light........2-14
Battery charge warning light........2-15
Brake warning light.............2-15
Door open warning light..........2-15
Engine oil pressure warning light.....2-15
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-31
Low fuel warning light...........2-16
Low tire pressure warning light......2-16
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-18
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-61
Seat belt warning light...........2-18
Vehicle security system...........2-23
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-67
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-13
Warning lights..................2-13
Washer switch
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-25
Weights (See dimensions and weights). . . .9-9
Wheels and tires................8-33
Wheel/tire size..................9-9
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