engine coolant NISSAN FRONTIER 2017 D23 / 3.G Owner's Manual

Seat belts:Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. The
fluid should be at the bottom of the filler opening.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level. NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not run-
ning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.) .
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines on
the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure the drive belts
are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 15 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan. Exhaust system:
Make sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust
system inspected. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil,
water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
notice any leaks or if fuel fumes are evident,
check for the cause and have it corrected imme-
diately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines: Check
the level when the fluid is cold, with the engine
off. Check the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

Engine coolant*:
Replace coolant at the specified interval. When
adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent with the proper mixture. (For
additional information on the proper mixture for
your area, refer to “Engine cooling system” in the
“Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant or
the use of non-distilled water may reduce
the recommended service interval of the
coolant.
Engine oil and oil filter:
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the specified
intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscos-
ity refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities” in the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.
Evaporative emissions control vapor lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections for
leaks, looseness, or deterioration. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as necessary.Spark plugs:
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs
of the same type as originally equipped.
CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:
Brake lines and cables:
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for
chafing, cracks, deterioration, and signs of leak-
ing. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts
immediately.
Brake pads and rotors:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts im-
mediately.
Exhaust system:
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and
hangers for leaks, cracks, deterioration, and dam-
age. Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
In-cabin microfilter:
Replace at specified intervals. When driving for
prolonged periods in dusty conditions, replace
the filter more frequently.
Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaft boots:
Check for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil
or grease. Under severe driving conditions, in-
spect more frequently.
Tire rotation:
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) according to the instructions under
“Explanation of general maintenance items” in
this section. When rotating tires, check for dam-
age and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission fluid/oil, differential oil:
Visually inspect for signs of leakage at specified
intervals.
9-6Maintenance and schedules

The following tables show the standard mainte-
nance schedule. Depending upon weather and
atmospheric conditions, varying road surfaces,
individual driving habits and vehicle usage, addi-
tional or more frequent maintenance may be re-
quired.After 120,000 miles
(192,000 km)/144 months, continue main-
tenance at the same mileage/time interval.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months, whichever comes first. miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
5
(8) 6 10
(16) 12 15
(24) 18 20
(32) 24 25
(40) 30 30
(48) 36 35
(56) 42 40
(64) 48 45
(72) 54 50
(80) 60 55
(88) 66 60
(96) 72
Drive belts See NOTE (1) I*I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) RR
EVAP vapor lines I*I* I*
Fuel lines I*I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRR R
Engine oil filter RRRRRRRRRRR R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6)Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clearances* See NOTE (7)
STANDARD MAINTENANCE
9-8Maintenance and schedules

MAINTENANCE OPERATION
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months, whichever comes first. miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
65
(104) 78 70
(112) 84 75
(120) 90 80
(128) 96 85
(136) 102 90
(144) 108 95
(152) 114 100
(160) 120 105
(168) 126 110
(176) 132 115
(184) 138 120
(192) 144
Drive belts See NOTE (1)I*I*I*I*I* I*
Air cleaner filter See NOTE (2) RR
EVAP vapor lines I*I* I*
Fuel lines I*I* I*
Fuel filter See NOTE (3)
Engine coolant* See NOTE (4)(5)
Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRR R
Engine oil filter RRRRRRRRRRR R
Spark plugs See NOTE (6)Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Intake and exhaust valve clearances* See NOTE (7)
NOTE:
(1) After 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found
damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Periodic maintenance is not required.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000 km)
or 60 months.
(5) Use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ration of 50% antifreeze and 50%
demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water may reduce the life expectancy of the
factory fill coolant.
(6) Replace spark plug when the plug gap exceeds 0.053 in (1.35 mm) even if within specified periodic replacement mileage.
(7) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increased, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such
maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.
Maintenance and schedules9-9

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 80 L 21-1/8 gal 17-5/8 gal• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendations
(without Flexible Fuel Vehicle option)” or “Flexible fuel vehicle
(FFV) fuel recommendation (if so equipped)” in this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional
information, refer to “En-
gine” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this
manual. QR25DE
With oil filter
change 4.6 L 4-7/8 qt 4 qt • Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil 5W-30 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor
oil that matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional
information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” in
this section.
Without oil filter
change 4.3 L 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt
VQ40DE With oil filter
change 5.1 L 5-3/8 qt 4-1/2 qt • Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor
oil that matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional
information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” in
this section.
Without oil filter
change 4.8 L 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt
Engine coolant
(with reservoir) QR25DE
9.4 L 2-1/2 gal 2-1/8 gal
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent
VQ40DE 10.2 L 2-3/4 gal 2-1/4 gal
Manual transmission gear oil 5 M/T
2.9 L 3-1/8 qt 2-1/2 qt
• Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi
75W-85 or equivalent
6 M/T 4X2 4.0 L 4-1/4 qt 3-1/2 qt
6 M/T 4X4 4.2 L 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

To drive away:1. Start the vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks. ● While going downhill, the weight of the
trailer pushing on the tow vehicle may de-
crease overall stability. Therefore, to main-
tain adequate control, reduce your speed
and shift to a lower gear. Avoid long or
repeated use of the brakes when descend-
ing a hill, as this reduces their effectiveness
and could cause overheating. Shifting to a
lower gear instead provides “engine brak-
ing” and reduces the need to brake as fre-
quently.
● If the engine coolant temperature rises to a
high temperature, refer to “If your vehicle
overheats” in the “In case of emergency”
section of this manual.
● Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
circumstances. ●
Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s first
500 miles (805 km) .
● For the first 500 miles (805 km) that you do
tow, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h).
● Have your vehicle serviced more often than
at intervals specified in the recommended
Maintenance Schedule in the “Maintenance
and Schedules” section of this manual.
● When making a turn, your trailer wheels will
be closer to the inside of the turn than your
vehicle wheels. To compensate for this,
make a larger than normal turning radius
during the turn.
● Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect ve-
hicle handling.
Do the following if the trailer begins to sway: 1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal to allow the vehicle to coast and steer as
straight ahead as the road conditions allow.
This combination will help stabilize the ve-
hicle
– Do not correct trailer sway by steering or applying the brakes. 2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the
brakes and pull to the side of the road in a
safe area.
3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is bal- anced as described in this section.
● Be careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
siderably more distance than normal pass-
ing. Remember, the length of the trailer must
also pass the other vehicle before you can
safely change lanes.
● Downshift the transmission to a lower gear
for engine braking when driving down steep
or long hills. This will help slow the vehicle
without applying the brakes.
● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency.
● Increase your following distance to allow for
greater stopping distances while towing a
trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
● NISSAN recommends that the cruise con-
trol not be used while towing a trailer.
Technical and consumer information10-37

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
11-2

Engine oil viscosity..............10-9
Engine serial number ............10-13
Engine specifications ...........10-11
Starting the engine .............5-13
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-6
Engineoilpressuregauge............2-8
Enterbutton....................4-4
Event Data recorders .............10-42
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . .9-5
Extendedstorageswitch ............8-23
F
First aid kit .....................6-2
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire ....................6-3,6-4
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-11
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Clutchfluid..................8-12
Engine coolant .................8-5
Engine oil ...................8-7
Power steering fluid .............8-11
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-14
Foglightswitch .................2-33
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-78
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-5
Frontseats.....................1-2 Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Fuel economy ................5-24
Fuel gauge ...................2-7
Fuel octane rating ..............10-7
Fuel recommendation ............10-5
Loose fuel cap warning ........2-5,3-11
Fuel efficient driving tips .............5-23
Fuel-filler door ..................3-11
Fuelgauge.....................2-7
Fuses.......................8-21
Fusiblelinks ...................8-22
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-55,2-56,2-57,2-58
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ..........2-8
Fuel gauge ...................2-7
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-6
Trip computer .................2-9
Trip odometer .................2-4
Voltmeter....................2-8
General maintenance ...............9-2
Glovebox.....................2-44 H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth® ....4-89
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch........2-29
Headlightcontrolswitch ............2-29
Headlights....................8-26
Head restraints ..................1-10
Heated seats ...................2-34
Heater Heater and air conditioner
controls ................4-22,4-34
Heater operation ....4-17,4-18,4-25,4-34
Hill descent control switch ...........2-36
Hill descent

control system ...........5-39
Hill start assist system ..............5-40
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver . . .2-55, 2-56, 2-57, 2-58
Hoodrelease...................3-10
Horn .......................2-33
I
Ignition switch ..................5-10
Immobilizer system ............2-26,5-12
Important vehicle information label ......10-14
In-cabin microfilter ................8-18
Increasing fuel economy .............5-24
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)....................2-20
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ........3-15
11-3

Infantsandsmallchildren..........1-25
Injured Person................1-18
Largerchildren................1-25
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.......1-15
Pregnant women ...............1-18
Seat belt extenders .............1-23
Seat belt maintenance ............1-23
Seat belts ................1-15,7-6
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-23
Three-point type with retractor .......1-18
Seat belt extenders ...............1-23
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-18,2-20
Seats Adjustment ...................1-2
Frontseats...................1-2
Heatedseats.................2-34
Manual front seat adjustment .........1-3
Rear seat ....................1-6
Security indicator light ..............2-22
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , engine start ...........2-26,5-12
Security systems Vehicle security system ...........2-24
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-20
Service manual order form ...........10-43
Servicing air conditioner .............4-36
Setting button ...................4-7
Shifting Automatic transmission ...........5-15
Manual transmission .............5-18
Shift lock release .................5-16
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-23
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems) . . .1-83
Smartphone connectivity ............4-74 Sonar
Rear system .................5-41
Sparkplugreplacement.............8-16
Sparkplugs ...................8-16
Specifications .................10-11
Speedometer ...................2-4
SRSwarninglabel................1-86
Stability control .................5-37
Standard maintenance ..............9-8
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-12
Jump starting .............6-12,8-14
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-14
Starting the engine .............5-13
Starting the engine ...............5-13
Steering Power steering fluid .............8-11
Power steering system ...........5-34
Tilting steering wheel ............3-13
Steeringwheel..................3-13
Steering wheel audio control switch ......4-72
Stoplight.....................8-28
Storage......................2-40
Storage tray ................2-42,2-43
Sunglassescase.................2-45
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-52
Sun visors ....................3-14
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-86
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-86, 2-20
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-78
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels .......1-86
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-71 Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system)
.........1-71
Switch Autolightswitch...............2-30
Automatic power window switch ......2-51
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch ....2-38
Electronic locking

rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch ................2-37
Fog light switch ...............2-33
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-29
Headlight control switch ..........2-29
Hilldescentcontrolswitch.........2-36
Ignition switch ................5-10
Instrument brightness control ........2-32
Overdrive switch ...............5-17
Power door lock switch ............3-4
Rear sonar system off switch ........2-38
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .....................2-28
Rearwindowdefrosterswitch .......2-28
Turnsignalswitch..............2-33
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch .....................2-35
T
Tachometer ....................2-6
Tailgate ..................3-18,3-18
Tailgate latch ...............3-22,3-23
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start ................2-26,5-12
Three-way catalyst ................5-3
11-6