clock NISSAN FRONTIER 2017 D23 / 3.G User Guide

Getting the spare tire and tools (All
models)
1. Seat the T-shaped end of the jack rod intothe T-shaped opening of the spare tire
winch. Apply pressure to keep the jack rod
engaged in the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counterclockwise to lower the
spare tire.
2. Once the spare tire is completely lowered, reach under the vehicle, remove the retainer
chain, and carefully slide the tire from under
the rear of the vehicle.
3. To reinstall the wheel, insert the tire chainthrough the wheel. Be sure the rubber
spacer is centered on the wheel before lift-
ing. Use the assembled jack rod and slowly
rotate the winch clockwise to raise the
wheel to the vehicle.
NOTE:
Inspect the spacer every six years and re-
place as necessary. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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●Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off
the ground. It may cause the vehicle to
move.
Always refer to the illustration for the correct
placement and jack-up points for your specific
vehicle model and jack type.
Carefully read the caution label attached to
the jack body and the following instruc-
tions. 1. Loosen each wheel nut 1 or 2 turns by
turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts
until the tire is off the ground.
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CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly. Op-
erating the engine with an insufficient
amount of oil can damage the engine, and
such damage is not covered by warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake. 2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches
operating temperature, then turn it off.
3. Remove the oil filler capAby turning it
counterclockwise.
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4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
B.
5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine oil filter” in
this section.
● Waste oil must be disposed of prop-
erly.
● Check your local regulations.
WARNING
●Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
● Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
● Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot. 6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 25 ft-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
For additional information on drain and refill
capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
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3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter.
4. Unscrew
Athe plate covering the oil filter
exposing the filter. (For VQ40DE engine)
5. Loosen the oil filter
Bwith an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then
remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
6. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket material
remaining on the sealing surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to
engine damage.
7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
8. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
9. Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required.
10. Install the plate covering the oil filter. (For VQ40DE engine)
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine
oil if necessary. When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.
CAUTION
●
Use Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF (or
equivalent) . If Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN
Matic J ATF (or equivalent) may also be
used.
● Using automatic transmission fluid
other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF or Matic J ATF (or their equivalents)
may cause deterioration in driveability
and automatic transmission durability,
and may damage the automatic trans-
mission. Damage caused by use of
other fluids is not covered by the
NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
The specified automatic transmission fluid is also
described on caution labels located in the engine
compartment.
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5-SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) (if so
equipped)
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Removing the headlight bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from therear end of the bulb. 4. Turn the bulb retaining ring
Acounterclock-
wise until it is free from the headlight reflec-
tor and then remove it.
5. Carefully remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rotate the bulb
Bwhen removing
it.
Replacing the headlight bulb
1. Insert the bulb.
DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB WITH BARE
HANDS.
2. Install and tighten the bulb retainer. ●Be sure the lip of the bulb socket con-
tacts the headlight body.
3. Push the electrical connector into the bulb plastic base until it snaps and stops.
4. Connect the negative (-) battery cable.
5. Close the hood.
FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped)
Replacing the fog light bulb
If fog light bulb replacement is required, it is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
CAUTION
● High pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may
break if the glass envelope is scratched
or the bulb is dropped.
● When handling the bulb, do not touch
the glass envelope.
● Use the same number and wattage as
originally installed as shown in the
chart.
● Do not leave the bulb out of the fog light
for a long period of time as dust, mois-
ture and smoke may enter the fog light
body and affect the performance of the
fog light.
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Check the tightness of the tie-down cleat peri-
odically during a trip to make sure the center bolt
has not become loose.
Install the tie-down cleat as follows:1. Remove the side channels by sliding them out the back of the truck bed. Properly store
the side channels.
2. Loosen the center bolt completely.
3. Insert the cleat into the channel perpendicu-lar to the channel as shown. Then rotate the
cleat clockwise 90° and slide it to the de-
sired location.
4. Position the cleat so the nubs on the bottomfully seat into the channel detents.
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C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Cargolightswitch................2-34
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .10-17
Car phone or CB radio .............4-78
CD care and cleaning ..............4-71
CD player (See audio system) . .4-47, 4-52, 4-59
Child restraints .......1-24,1-25,1-26,1-29
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-29
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-27,1-39,1-54,1-65
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-32
Child restraint with top tether strap .......1-31
Child safety rear door lock ............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-24
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock
(models without navigation system). .4-46, 4-51
Clockset .................4-46,4-51
Clock set/adjustment ...............4-7
Clock setting
(models with Navigation System) ........4-7
Clock setting (models without Navigation
System) ...........4-45,4-46,4-49,4-51
Clutch Clutch fluid ..................8-12
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch ......2-38
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-14
Cold weather driving ...............5-42
Compact disc (CD) player ....4-47,4-52,4-59
Compass display .................2-11
Connect phone .................4-74 Console box
...................2-45
Control panel buttons ...............4-4
Back button ..................4-7
Brightness/contrast button ..........4-9
Enterbutton..................4-4
Setting button .................4-7
With navigation system .........4-4,4-5
Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) .......4-72
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-22,4-34
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-6
Checking engine coolant level ........8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Corrosion protection ...............7-6
Cruisecontrol..................5-21
Cupholders...................2-46
Curtainside-impactandrolloverairbag....1-83
D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-32
Defogger Switch .................4-70
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-28
Rear window defroster switch .......2-28
Dimensionsandweights............10-12
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-32
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-4
Door locks .....................3-3
Door open warning light .............2-17 Doors
........................3-3
Drive belt .....................8-15
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-42
Driving with automatic transmission ....5-14
Driving with manual transmission ......5-18
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Driving the vehicle ................5-14
E
Economy-fuel..................5-24
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system ......................5-31
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch ..................2-37
Emission control information label ......10-15
Emission control system warranty .......10-40
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-12
Blockheater.................5-43
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-6
Changingengineoil..............8-8
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........8-6
Checking engine oil level ...........8-7
Engine compartment check locations ....8-3
Engine coolant

temperature gauge .....2-6
Engine cooling system ............8-5
Engineoil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-9
Engineoilpressuregauge..........2-8
Engine oil pressure warning light ......2-17
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