seat adjustment NISSAN FRONTIER 2021 User Guide

brake needs adjustment, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Seats:
Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to en-
sure they operate smoothly and all latches
lock securely in every position. Check that the
head restraints/headrests move up and
down smoothly and the locks (if so equipped)
hold securely in all latched positions.
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 webbing 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 prop-
erly 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 (for maintenance free batter-
ies)*: This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge 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 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 af ter
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, immedi-
ately have the exhaust system inspected. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks af ter the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner af ter use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
fuel fumes are evident, check for the cause
and have it corrected immediately.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

EngineBefore starting the engine........5-13Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Changing engine oil............8-6Changing engine oil filter.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-5Checking engine oil level.........8-6Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-7Engine cooling system...........8-4Engine oil.................. .8-6Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-17Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number...........10-11Engine specifications...........10-9Engine Block Heater.............5-41Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-7Enter button...............4-5, 4-10Event Data recorders............10-40Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-2Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........8-23Eyeglass case.................2-45
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First aid kit....................6-2
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch). . . .6-2Flat tire.................. .6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-11Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Engine coolant................8-4Engine oil.................. .8-6Power steering fluid............8-10Windshield-washer fluid.........8-12Fog light switch................2-33Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system). . .1-77Front power seat adjustment........1-5Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-40Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy................5-23Fuel gauge................. .2-8Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-13Fuel-filler lid.................3-13Loose fuel cap warning..........2-6Fuel efficient driving tips...........5-21Fuel gauge................... .2-8Fuel-filler door.................3-13Fuses......................8-20Fusible links..................8-22
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Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver............2-56, 2-58, 2-59Gas cap.....................3-13Gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-7Fuel gauge................. .2-8Odometer.................. .2-5Speedometer................2-5Tachometer..................2-7Trip computer................2-9Trip odometer................2-5General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-44
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Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. .4-96Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-10Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-30Headlight control switch...........2-30Headlights...................8-26Heated seat switches............2-35Heater
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-34Heater operation..........4-25, 4-35Hill descent control switch.........2-36Hill descent control system.........5-37Hill start assist system............5-38HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver............2-56, 2-58, 2-59
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MaintenanceGeneral maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-24Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-7Maintenance under severe operation
conditions....................9-10Malfunction indicator light..........2-22Manual front seat adjustment........1-3Manual windows...............2-49Map lights.................. .2-55Map pocket..................2-40Meters and gauges..............2-4Instrument brightness control.....2-33Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . .3-18Outside mirrors...............3-19Rearview...................3-17Vanity mirror.................3-17Mirrors......................3-17Mobile apps...................4-72Moonroof................ .2-52, 7-5
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NISSAN Intelligent Key®..........3-2,3-8NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator.....................5-12NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System..................2-27,5-13NISSAN voice recognition system. . . .4-106NissanConnect®................4-72
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Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). .10-6Odometer................... .2-5Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine oil............8-6Changing engine oil filter.........8-6Checking engine oil level.........8-6Engine oil.................. .8-6Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil viscosity.............10-7One shot call..................4-99Outside mirrors................3-19Overhead sunglasses holder........2-45Overheat
If your vehicle overheats.........6-13Owner's manual order form........10-41Owner's manual/service manual order
information................. .10-41
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Parking
Parking brake operation.........5-19Parking/parking on hills..........5-31Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free system. .4-96PowerFront seat adjustment...........1-5Power door locks...........3-5, 3-6Power outlet................2-39Power steering fluid............8-10Power steering system..........5-32Power windows..............2-50Rear power windows...........2-51Power outlet................. .2-39Power steering................5-32Power steering fluid..............8-10Precautions
Maintenance precautions.........8-2On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions................. .5-6Precautions on booster
seats...........1-39, 1-42, 1-54, 1-65Precautions on child
restraints.........1-39, 1-42, 1-54, 1-65Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-15Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-70Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2Programmable features...........4-13Push starting..................6-13
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RadioCar phone or CB radio..........4-79FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player................ .4-44, 4-49Steering wheel audio control switch. .4-71Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test...................... .10-40Rear power windows.............2-51Rear seat.....................1-6Rear sliding window.............2-52Rear Sonar System (RSS)..........5-39Rear sonar system OFF switch.......2-38Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch................2-29Rear window defroster switch.......2-29Rearview mirror................3-17RearView Monitor...............4-16Recommended Fluids............10-2Recorders
Event Data................ .10-40Refrigerant recommendation.......10-8Registering a vehicle in another
country.................... .10-11Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .10-39Roof rack....................2-48
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Safety
Child safety rear door lock.........3-7Child seat belts. .1-28, 1-39, 1-42, 1-54, 1-65
Reporting safety defects (US only). .10-39SeatJump seat...................1-7Seat adjustmentFront manual seat adjustment......1-3Front power seat adjustment.......1-5Seat beltChild safety.................1-25Infants and small children........1-26Injured person................1-18Larger children...............1-26Precautions on seat belt usage.....1-15Pregnant women..............1-18Seat belt extenders............1-24Seat belt maintenance..........1-24Seat belts................1-15,7-6Shoulder belt height adjustment. . . .1-24Three-point type with retractor.....1-19Seat belt extenders..............1-24Seat belt warning light.........1-18,2-20Seatback pockets...............2-41SeatsAdjustment..................1-2Front seats..................1-2Manual front seat adjustment......1-3Rear seat.................. .1-6Security indicator light............2-23Security system
(NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start
...............2-27,5-13Security systems
Vehicle security system.........2-25Self-adjusting brakes.............8-20Service manual order form.........10-41
Servicing air conditioner...........4-36Setting button.................4-13Shif tingAutomatic transmission.........5-15Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-24Side air bag system (See supplemental
side air bag, curtain and rollover air bag
systems)
................... .1-82Siri® Eyes-Free..............4-73,4-76Smartphone connectivity..........4-72Sonar
Rear system................5-39Spark plug replacement...........8-16Spark plugs...................8-16Specifications................ .10-9Speedometer................. .2-5Speedometer and odometer........2-4SRS warning label...............1-85Stability control................5-35Standard maintenance.........9-7,9-8Starting
Before starting the engine........5-13Jump starting.............6-11,8-14Precautions when starting and
driving.....................5-2Push starting................6-13Starting the engine
(gasoline engine only)............5-13SteeringPower steering fluid............8-10Power steering system..........5-32Tilting steering wheel...........3-16Steering wheel.................3-16Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-71
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