power NISSAN FRONTIER 2012 Owner´s Manual

1. Vents (P. 4-2)
2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-28)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped)/Bluetooth Hands-
Free Phone System (if so equipped)
(P. 4-35, P. 4-37)
4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-64, P. 2-33)
5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator
lights (P. 2-3, 2-14)
6. Cruise control main/set switches
(if so equipped) (P. 5-20)
7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-26)
8. Storage (P. 2-38)
9. Audio system controls (if so equipped)
(P. 4-17)
10. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-64)
11. Upper and lower glove box (P. 2-42)
12. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-73)
13. Auxiliary audio input jac k(if so
equipped) (P. 4-34)
14. Power outlet (P. 2-37)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
0-6Illustrated table of contents

QR25DE engine
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-15)
2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-24)
3. Fuse and relay box (P. 8-24)
4. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10)
6. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10)
7. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid
reservoir (M/T model) (P. 8-14)
8. Drive belt location (P.8-18)
9. Radiator cap (P. 8-8)
10. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
11. Battery (P. 8-16)
12. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-8)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
WDI0643
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

VQ40DE engine
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-15)
2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-24)
3. Fuse and relay box (P. 8-24)
4. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10)
5. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10)
6. Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid
reservoir (M/T model) (P. 8-14)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)
8. Drive belt location (P.8-18)
9. Radiator cap (P. 8-8)
10. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
11. Battery (P. 8-16)
12. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-8)
*Engine cover removed for clarity.
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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Illustrated table of contents0-9

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system
Seats ............................................1-3
Front manual seat adjustment
(if so equipped) ................................1-3
Front power seat adjustment
(if so equipped) ................................1-5
Jump seat (King cab) ...........................1-7
Armrest (if so equipped) .........................1-7
Head restraints (1st row only) ....................1-7
Head restraints (2nd row – outboard
positions only) ................................ 1-10
Flexible seating ................................ 1-12
Seat belts ....................................... 1-16
Precautions on seat belt usage ..................1-16
Pregnant women .............................. 1-19
Injured persons ................................ 1-19
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..........1-19
Seat belt extenders ............................ 1-23
Seat belt maintenance ......................... 1-24
Child safety ...................................... 1-24
Infants ........................................ 1-25
Small children ................................. 1-25
Larger children ................................ 1-25
Child restraints ................................... 1-26
Precautions on child restraints ..................1-26LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System
............................. 1-28
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH (Crew cab models only) .................1-32
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH — Jump seat (King cab models only) ......1-34
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
the seat belts (Crew cab models only) ...........1-37
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
the seat belts — jump seat
(King cab models only) ......................... 1-40
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH (Crew cab model only) ............1-44
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH — jump seat
(King cab models only) ......................... 1-46
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts — front passenger and
rear bench seat (Crew cab models only) . . . ......1-49
Foward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts — front passenger and
jump seats (King cab models only) ..............1-53
Installing top tether strap (Front passenger
seat – King cab models only) ...................1-57

Lumbar support (if so equipped for
driver’s seat)
The lumbar support feature provides lower back
support to the driver. Move the lever forward or
backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.
FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT
(if so equipped)
Operating tips
●The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds,
then reactivate the switch.
● Do not operate the power seat switch for a
long period of time when the engine is off.
This will discharge the battery.
Forward and backward
Moving the switch forward or backward will slide
the seat forward or backward to the desired
position.
Reclining
Move the recline switch backward until the de-
sired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback
forward again, move the switch forward and
move your body forward. The seatback will move
forward.
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Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-5

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer . . ...................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-6
Fuel gauge ....................................2-7
Engine oil pressure gauge (if so equipped) ........2-8
Voltmeter (if so equipped) .......................2-8
Trip computer (if so equipped) ...................2-9
Compass and outside temperature display
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-10
Outside temperature display . . ..................2-10
Compass display .............................. 2-11
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......2-14
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-15
Warning lights ................................ 2-15
Indicator lights ................................ 2-20
Audible reminders ............................. 2-24
Security systems (if so equipped) ..................2-24
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ..........2-24
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-25
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-26Switch operation
.............................. 2-26
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-27
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-28
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-28
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-30
Instrument brightness control ...................2-31
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-31
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-32
Hazard warning flasher switch .....................2-32
Horn ............................................ 2-33
Cargo lamp switch ............................... 2-33
Heated seat (if so equipped) .......................2-33
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-34
Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) ..........2-35
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system
switch (if so equipped) ............................ 2-36
Clutch interlock

(clutch start) switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-37
Power outlet ..................................... 2-37
Storage ......................................... 2-38
Storage trays ................................. 2-38
Under-seat storage bins ........................ 2-40
Console box .................................. 2-41

Glove box.................................... 2-42
Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) ..............2-42
Map pockets .................................. 2-43
Seat pocket (if so equipped) ....................2-44
Cup holders .................................. 2-44
Roof rack (if so equipped) ......................2-46
Windows ........................................ 2-47
Power windows (if so equipped) ................2-47
Manual windows (if so equipped) ................2-49
Rear sliding window (if so equipped) ............2-50
Moonroof (if so equipped) ......................... 2-50
Interior lights ..................................... 2-53Map lights (if so equipped)
........................2-54
HomeLink universal transceiver (if so equipped) .....2-54
Programming HomeLink .......................2-55
Programming HomeLink for Canadian
customers .................................... 2-56
Operating the HomeLink universal
transceiver .................................... 2-56
Programming trouble-diagnosis .................2-56
Clearing the programmed information ............2-56
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button......2-57
If your vehicle is stolen ......................... 2-57

1. Vents (P. 4-2)
2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-28)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped)/Bluetooth Hands-
Free Phone System (if so equipped)
(P. 4-35, P. 4-37)
4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-64, P. 2-33)
5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator
lights (P. 2-3, 2-14)
6. Cruise control main/set switches
(if so equipped) (P. 5-20)
7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P. 2-26)
8. Storage (P. 2-38)
9. Audio system controls (if so equipped)
(P. 4-17)
10. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-64)
11. Upper and lower glove box (P. 2-42)
12. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-73)
13. Auxiliary audio input jack
(if so equipped) (P. 4-34)
14. Power outlet (P. 2-37)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-2Instruments and controls

AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it
makes a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Key reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver’s door is opened
while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove
the key and take it with you when leaving the
vehicle.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi-
tion, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened if the headlights or parking lights are on.
Turn the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.Your vehicle may have two types of security sys-
tems:
● Vehicle security system (if so equipped)
● NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (if so
equipped)
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM (if so
equipped)
The vehicle security system provides visual and
audible alarm signals if someone opens the doors
when the system is armed. It is not, however, a
motion detection-type system that activates
when a vehicle is moved or when a vibration
occurs. The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot
prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or
exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al-
ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a
brief period. Never leave your keys in the ignition,
and always lock the vehicle when unattended. Be
aware of your surroundings, and park in secure,
well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection, such
as component locks, identification markers, and
tracking systems, are available at auto supply
stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN dealer
may also offer such equipment. Check with your
insurance company to see if you may be eligible
for discounts for various theft protection features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.
(The system can be
armed even if the windows are open.)
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the key, power door lock
switch (if the door is opened, locked and
then closed) , or with the keyfob.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS (if so equipped)
2-24Instruments and controls

Keyfob operation:
●Push the
button on the keyfob.
All doors lock. The hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once to indicate
all doors are locked.
● When the
button is pushed with
all doors locked, the hazard lights flash
twice and the horn beeps once as a re-
minder that the doors are already locked.
The horn may or may not beep. Refer to
“Silencing the horn beep feature” in the
“Pre-driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion later in this manual.
4. Confirm that the
indicator light comes
on. The
light stays on for about 30
seconds. The vehicle security system is now
pre-armed. After about 30 seconds the ve-
hicle security system automatically shifts
into the armed phase. The
light begins
to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the
30-second pre-arm time period, the driver’s
door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or
the ignition switch is placed in ACC or ON
position, the system will not arm. ●
If the key is turned slowly when locking
the driver’s door, the system may not
arm. Furthermore, if the key is turned
beyond the vertical position toward the
unlock position to remove the key, the
system may be disarmed when the key
is removed. If the indicator light fails to
glow for a period of time, unlock the
door once and lock it again.
● Even when the driver and/or passen-
gers are in the vehicle, the system will
arm with all doors closed and locked
with the ignition switch placed in the
OFF position.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the following
alarm:
● The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
● The alarm automatically turns off after a pe-
riod of time. However, the alarm reactivates if
the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm
can be shut off by unlocking the driver’s door
with the key or by pressing the
button
on the keyfob. The alarm is activated by:
● opening a door without using the key or
keyfob (even if the door is unlocked by using
the inside lock knob or the power door lock
switch) .
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm stops only by unlocking the driver’s
door with the key or by pressing the
button
on the keyfob.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of a
registered key.
If the engine fails to start using a registered key
(for example, when interference is caused by
another registered key, an automated toll road
device or automatic payment device on the key
ring) , restart the engine using the following pro-
cedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately 10 sec-
onds.
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