transmission fluid NISSAN FRONTIER 2023 Owner's Manual

Severe use maintenance:
Not applicable. Proceed to next interval
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*”
are recommended by NISSAN for reliable
vehicle operation. The owner need not per-
form such maintenance in order to main-
tain the emission warranty or manufac-
turer recall liability. Other maintenance
items and intervals are required.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be
required.
(2) Request a NISSAN dealer to inspect the
fluid deterioration data using a CONSULT. If
the deterioration data is more than 77000,
replace the AT fluid.(3) If using under severe conditions such as
towing a trailer, using a car-top carrier, or
driving on rough or muddy roads, change
(not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months. NISSAN recom-
mends using Genuine NISSAN Matic P au-
tomatic transmission fluid. Using auto-
matic transmission fluid that is not
equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic P may
damage the transmission or impact trans-
mission durability. Damage caused by the
use of fluid other than as recommended is
not covered under the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
(4) The propeller shaf t should be re-
greased af ter being immersed in water.
Maintenance and schedules9-25

10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities...................................... 10-2
Fuel recommendation ......................10-4
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations .......................... 10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .......................10-8
Specifications .................................. 10-9
Engine ...................................... 10-9
Wheels and tires ........................... 10-10
Dimensions and weights ....................10-11
When traveling or registering in another
country ....................................... 10-12
Vehicle identification .......................... 10-12
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate ....................................... 10-12
Engine serial number ......................10-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........10-13
Emission control information label .........10-13
Tire and Loading Information label .........10-14
Air conditioner specification label ..........10-14
Installing front license plate ...................10-15
Vehicle loading information ...................10-16
Terms ...................................... 10-16
Vehicle load capacity ....................... 10-17Securing the load
.......................... 10-19
Utili-track® channel system
(if so equipped) ............................. 10-20
Loading tips ................................ 10-24
Measurement of weights ...................10-25
Truck-camper loading information ............10-25
Special Body vehicles ......................10-25
Location for center of gravity ...............10-26
Vehicle load weight capacity ...............10-26
Towing a trailer ................................ 10-27
Maximum load limits ....................... 10-27
Towing load/specification ..................10-30
Towing safety .............................. 10-33
Flat towing – 4WD with automatic
transmission ............................... 10-40
Flat towing – 2WD with automatic
tr
ansmission ............................... 10-40
Uniform tire quality grading ...................10-41
Emission control system warranty ............10-42
Reporting safety defects ......................10-42
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test ........................................... 10-43
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...................10-44
Owner's Manual/Service Manual order
information ................................... 10-44

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, see “Fuel recommendation” (P. 10-4).
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional infor-
mation, see “Engine oil”
(P. 8-8). With oil filter
change 5 L
5-1/4 qt 4-3/8 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SP” (or equivalent) is recommended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic 0W-20
GF-6 SP motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Damage caused by the
use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For additional
information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” (P. 10-7).
Without oil filter
change 4.7 L
5 qt 4-1/8 qt
Engine coolant
(with reservoir) 12 L 3-1/8 gal 2-5/8 gal• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Refill to the proper level according to the
instructions, see “Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)” (P. 8-13). • Genuine NISSAN Matic P ATF or equivalent
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic P ATF (or equiva-
lent) ONLY in NISSAN automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other
fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic P
ATF may damage the automatic transmission. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under the
NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Transfer fluid 1.5L 1-5/8 qt 1-3/8 qt• Genuine NISSAN ATF D3M
• Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN ATF D3M may cause deteriora-
tion in driveability and transfer durability, and may damage the trans-
fer. Damage caused by fluids other than as recommended is not cov-
ered by the NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

• Crosswinds and rough roads will ad-versely affect vehicle/trailer handling,
possibly causing vehicle sway. When be-
ing passed by larger vehicles, be pre-
pared for possible changes in crosswinds
that could affect vehicle 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 vehicle
– 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 balanced as described in this section.
• Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires
considerably more distance than normal
passing. Remember, the length of the
trailer must also pass the other vehicle
before you can safely change lanes. • Downshif t 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 re-
duced braking efficiency.
• Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distances while tow-
ing a trailer. Anticipate stops and brake
gradually.
• NISSAN recommends that the cruise control not be used while towing a trailer.
• Some states or provinces have specific regulations and speed limits for vehicles
that are towing trailers. Obey the local
speed limits.
• Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness connections, and trailer wheel lug nuts
af ter 50 miles (80 km) of travel and at
every break.
• When launching a boat, don't allow the water level to go over the exhaust tail
pipe or rear bumper.
• Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights before backing the trailer into the
water or the trailer lights may burn out. When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission oil/
fluid should be changed more fre-
quently. For additional information, refer
to the “Do-it-yourself ” section in this
manual.
Tow mode (if so equipped)
Using tow mode is recommended when
pulling a heavy trailer or hauling a heavy
load. Press the TOW MODE switch to acti-
vate tow mode. The indicator light on the
TOW MODE switch illuminates when tow
mode is selected. Press the TOW MODE
switch again to turn tow mode off. Tow
mode is automatically canceled when the
ignition switch is turned off.
Tow mode includes the following features:
• Grade logic — Adjusts transmission shif ts
when pulling a trailer or hauling a load up
a grade.
• Downhill Speed Control (DSC) — auto- matically downshif ts when driving down
a grade with a trailer or heavy load to help
control vehicle speed.
Technical and consumer information10-39

Driving the vehicle in the tow mode with no
trailer/load or light trailer/light load will not
cause any damage. However, fuel
economy may be reduced and the
transmission/engine driving characteris-
tics may feel unusual.
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil
should be replaced and transmission oil/
fluid should be changed more frequently.
For additional information, see the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
FLAT TOWING – 4WD WITH
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Towing a vehicle behind a recreational ve-
hicle, such as a motor home, is sometimes
called flat towing.
CAUTION
• DO NOT flat tow a 4WD vehicle
equipped with an automatic trans-
mission. Flat towing or using a ve-
hicle dolly WILL DAMAGE internal
transmission parts due to lack of
lubrication.
• For emergency towing procedures,
see “Towing recommended by
NISSAN” (P. 6-15).
FLAT TOWING – 2WD WITH
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Towing a vehicle behind a recreational ve-
hicle, such as a motor home, is sometimes
called flat towing.
CAUTION
• Failure to follow these guidelines
can result in severe transmission
damage.
• Whenever flat towing your vehicle,
always tow forward, never backward.
• DO NOT tow any automatic transmis-
sion vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground. Doing so WILL DAMAGE
internal transmission parts due to
lack of transmission lubrication.
• For emergency towing procedures,
see “Towing recommended by
NISSAN” (P. 6-15).
To tow a vehicle equipped with an auto-
matic transmission, an appropriate vehicle
dolly MUST be placed under the towed ve-
hicle’s drive wheels. Alwaysfollow the dolly
manufacturer’s recommendations when
using their product.
Automatic Transmission
To tow a vehicle equipped with an auto-
matic transmission, an appropriate vehicle
dolly MUST be placed under the towed ve-
hicle's drive wheels. Alwaysfollow the dolly
manufacturer's recommendations when
using their product.
NOTE:
If the battery is completely drained the
transmission will not manually shif t to
other positions.
10-40Technical and consumer information

11 Index
4
4-Wheel Drive................5-1094WD......................5-109
A
Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)
system....................5-120Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-70Air bag systemFront (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
................1-77Air bag warning labels............1-90Air bag warning light.........1-90, 2-15Air bag warning light,
supplemental..............1-90, 2-15Air cleaner housing filter..........8-20Air conditionerAir conditioner operation. . . .4-33, 4-39Air conditioner service..........4-43Air conditioner specification label. .10-14Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............10-8Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-8Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)..............4-38
Heater and air conditioner controls.4-39Servicing air conditioner........4-43Air flow charts................4-34Alarm system (See vehicle security
system)................... .2-39Anchor point locations............1-31Antenna....................4-44Anti-lock brake warning light.......2-13Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-118Antifreeze...................5-134Autolight switch...............2-44Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-76Driving with automatic transmission.5-19Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . . .3-25Automatic door locks.............3-7Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection............5-81Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge..................... .2-8
B
Battery.................5-134, 8-16Charge warning light...........2-14Battery replacement............8-26Key fob...................8-26NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-26Before starting the engine.........5-17Belt (See drive belt)..............8-19
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)..........5-32Booster seats.................1-64Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-118Brake fluid.................8-14Brake light (See stop light).......8-29Brake system...............5-118Brake warning light............2-13Brake wear indicators.......2-21,8-22Parking brake operation.........5-24Self-adjusting brakes..........8-22Brake fluid...................8-14Brake system................5-118Brakes.....................8-22Break-in schedule..............5-107Brightness controlInstrument panel.............2-49Bulb check/instrument panel.......2-13Bulb replacement..............8-29
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-13Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................10-2Car phone or CB radio...........4-44Cargo (See vehicle loading
information)................ .10-16Cargo lamp switch.............2-50Cargo light................. .2-80

Check tire pressure..........2-34, 2-36Child restraint with top tether strap. . . .1-31Child restraints.......1-23,1-24,1-26,1-28Precautions on child
restraints.........1-38, 1-41, 1-54, 1-64Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-31Child safety rear door lock..........3-7Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-4Cold weather driving............5-134Console box..................2-72Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-39Heater and air conditioner controls
(manual)...................4-29CoolantCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-7Checking engine coolant level......8-7Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Corrosion protection..............7-7Cruise control..............5-50, 5-51Cup holders...................2-73Curtain side-impact and rollover air
bag....................... .1-86
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-48Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system. .2-48Dimensions and weights..........10-11Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-49
Door locks....................3-4Drive belt....................8-19Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-134Driving with automatic transmission.5-19Precautions when starting and
driving................. .5-4, 5-11Driving the vehicle...............5-18
E
Eco Drive Report................2-9Economy - fuel................5-109Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system.....................5-115Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch.................2-55Emergency call (SOS) button........2-58Emergency engine shutoff.......5-15,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-13Emission control system warranty. . . .10-42Engine
Before starting the engine........5-17Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-7Changing engine oil............8-8Changing engine oil filter.........8-8Checking engine coolant level......8-7Checking engine oil level.........8-8Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine cooling system...........8-6Engine oil.................. .8-8
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure gauge.........2-8Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-15Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number..........10-12Engine specifications...........10-9Engine Block Heater.............5-135Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-6Engine oil pressure gauge..........2-8Event Data recorders............10-44Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........2-66Eyeglass case.................2-72
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire......................6-3Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-14Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Engine coolant................8-6Engine oil.................. .8-8Power steering fluid............8-14Windshield-washer fluid.........8-15Fog light switch................2-49
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Forward Driving AidsSystem Temporarily
Unavailable
......2-38, 5-67, 5-88, 5-101Four-Wheel Drive...............5-109Front air bag system (See supplemental re-
straint system).................1-77Front power seat adjustment........1-4Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-67FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-109Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-21Fuel-filler lid.................3-21Loose fuel cap warning..........2-33Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-108Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-21Fuses......................8-23Fusible links..................8-25
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84Gas cap.....................3-21GaugeAutomatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge
.................... .2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine oil pressure gauge.........2-8Fuel gauge..................2-7Odometer...................2-5Speedometer................2-5Tachometer.................2-6Trip odometer................2-5Voltmeter.................. .2-8General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-71
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-9Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-43Headlight control switch...........2-43Headlights...................8-28Heated mirrors................3-26Heated seat switches............2-51Heated steering wheel switch.......2-52Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if
so equipped)
................4-38Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-39Heater operation..........4-31, 4-41Heater and air conditioner (automatic).4-38Hill descent control switch.........2-54Hill descent control system........5-123Hill start assist system...........5-124HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84
Hood release..................3-20Horn...................... .2-50
I
Idling Stop System..............5-129Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-41, 5-16In-cabin microfilter..............8-20Increasing fuel economy..........5-109Indicator lights and audible reminders (See
warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
...................2-13Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-25Instrument brightness control.......2-49Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-49Intelligent Around View® Monitor......4-11Intelligent Cruise Control..........5-52Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-104Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..................... .5-92Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-9Key operation................3-10Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-13Troubleshooting guide..........3-16Warning signals...............3-16Interior light..................2-78
11-3

Seat belt maintenance..........1-23Seat belts................1-14,7-6Shoulder belt height adjustment. . . .1-22Three-point type with retractor.....1-18Seat belt extenders..............1-22Seat belt warning light.........1-17,2-15Seatback pockets...............2-68SeatsAdjustment..................1-2Front seats..................1-2Manual front seat adjustment......1-3Rear seat.................. .1-6Security indicator light............2-15Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start.........2-41, 5-16Security systems
Vehicle security system.........2-39Self-adjusting brakes.............8-22Service manual order form........10-44Servicing air conditioner...........4-43Shif tingAutomatic transmission.........5-20Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-22Side air bag system (See supplemental side
air bag, curtain and rollover air bag
systems)
................... .1-86Sonar
Rear system................5-124Spark plug replacement...........8-19Spark plugs...................8-19Specifications................ .10-9Speedometer................. .2-5Speedometer and odometer........2-4SRS warning label...............1-90
Stability control................5-121Standard maintenance............9-8Starting
Before starting the engine........5-17Jump starting............6-11,8-18Precautions when starting and
driving................. .5-4, 5-11Push starting................6-13Starting the engine (gasoline engine
only).......................5-17Steering
Power steering fluid............8-14Power steering system.........5-117Tilting steering wheel...........3-23Steering wheel.................3-23Stop light....................8-29Storage.................... .2-67Storage tray...................2-71Sun visors....................3-24Sunglasses case................2-72Sunglasses holder..............2-72Sunroof...................2-77,7-5Supplemental air bag warning labels. . .1-90Supplemental air bag warning
light....................1-90, 2-15Supplemental front impact air bag
system......................1-77Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.....1-90Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-70Supplemental restraint system (Supplemen-
tal air bag system)...............1-70Switch Autolight switch
..............2-44Automatic power window switch. . .2-76Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch...............2-55Fog light switch..............2-49Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-43Headlight control switch.........2-43Hill descent control switch........2-54Instrument brightness control.....2-49Power door lock switch..........3-6Power inverter switch...........2-56Rear sonar system OFF switch.....2-56Tow mode switch.............2-57Turn signal switch.............2-49
T
Tachometer..................
.2-6Tailgate.....................3-27Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start...............2-41, 5-16Three-way catalyst...............5-5Tie down hooks................3-31Tilting steering wheel.............3-23TireFlat tire................... .6-3Spare tire..........6-4, 6-5, 6-6, 8-44Tire and Loading Information label. .10-14Tire chains.................8-40Tire pressure................8-32
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Tire rotation.................8-41Tires of 4-wheel drive...........8-43Types of tires................8-39Uniform tire quality grading.......10-41Wheel/tire size...............10-10Wheels and tires..........8-32, 10-10Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light.....2-17Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).5-5Top tether strap child restraint.......1-31Tow mode switch...............2-57Towing2-wheel drive models...........6-16Flat towing................ .10-40Tow truck towing..............6-14Towing load/specification.......10-30Trailer towing...............10-27Towing a trailer................10-27Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)........5-24Transceiver
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver
......2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84TransmissionDriving with automatic transmission.5-19Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country)................... .10-12Trip odometer..................2-5Truck - camper loading...........10-25Truck box....................3-27Turn signal switch...............2-49
U
Under seat storage bin...........2-69Uniform tire quality grading........10-41USB Charging Ports..............2-63Using four wheel drive (4WD).......5-109
V
Vanity mirror..................3-24Variable voltage control system......8-18Vehicle dimensions and weights.....10-11Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch..................... .2-53Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.5-121Vehicle identification.............10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN). . . .10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate...................... .10-12Vehicle immobilizer system.....2-41, 5-16Vehicle information display.........2-22Vehicle loading information........10-16Vehicle recovery................6-16Vehicle security system...........2-39Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle Im-
mobilizer System), engine start. . .2-41, 5-16Ventilators...................4-28Visors......................3-24Voltmeter....................2-8
W
Warning
Air bag warning light........1-90, 2-15Anti-lock brake warning light......2-13Battery charge warning light......2-14Brake warning light............2-13Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-15Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Loose fuel cap warning..........2-33Low fuel warning light. . . .2-15, 2-19, 2-34Low tire pressure warning light.....2-17Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light..................... .2-34Passenger air bag and status light. . .1-80Seat belt warning light.......1-17,2-15Supplemental air bag warning
light...................1-90, 2-15Vehicle security system.........2-39Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-90Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-13Warning lights.................2-13Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders....................2-11Warning systems switch..........2-52Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders....................2-13Audible reminders.............2-13Indicator lights...............2-13Warning lights................2-13Weights (See dimensions and weights).10-11Wheel/tire size................10-10Wheels and tires............8-32, 10-10
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