tailgate NISSAN TITAN 2008 Owners Manual

1. Rear sliding window (if so equipped)
(P. 2-52)
2. Vehicle loading (P. 9-13)
3. Tailgate/Truckbox (P. 3-18)
4. Trailer hitch/Towing (if so equipped)
(P. 9-25)
5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-28)
6. Bedside storage compartment
(if so equipped) (P. 2-49)
7. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation
(P. 3-10, P. 9-3, 9-4)
8. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-10)
9. Child safety rear door lock
(Crew Cab models only) (P. 3-6)
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
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EXTERIOR REAR
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
cIf stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
cDo not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to
drive so slowly that your vehicle might
become a hazard to other traffic.
cTurn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on.The flashers will operate with the ignition switch
in any position.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
To turn on the cargo lamp, push the switch down
to the ON position. The tailgate lights (if so
equipped) will also illuminate when the cargo
lamp switch is in the ON position.CAUTION
Be sure to turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle for
extended periods of time, otherwise the
battery will go dead.
LIC0394LIC0616
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCHCARGO LAMP SWITCH
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys
(if so equipped)................................3-2
Doors............................................3-3
Locking with key................................3-3
Locking with inside lock knob....................3-4
Locking with power door lock switch
(if so equipped)................................3-4
Wide Open doors (if so equipped)...............3-5
Child safety rear door lock
(Crew Cab models only)........................3-6
Remote keyless entry system (if so equipped).........3-7
How to use remote keyless entry system..........3-7
Hood...........................................3-10
Fuel-filler door...................................3-10
Fuel-filler cap.................................3-10
Steering wheel...................................3-12Tilt operation..................................3-12
Pedal position adjustment (if so equipped)..........3-12
Sun visors.......................................3-13
Vanity mirrors.................................3-14
Mirrors..........................................3-14
Rearview mirror (if so equipped).................3-14
Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped)...............................3-15
Outside mirrors...............................3-15
Truck box........................................3-18
Tailgate.......................................3-18
Tie down hooks...............................3-20
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped)..........3-21
Memory storage function.......................3-21
Entry/exit function.............................3-22
System operation..............................3-23
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Power folding outside mirrors (if so
equipped)
CAUTION
Do not manually fold the power folding
mirrors. Manually folding the mirrors can
damage the mirrors.
Press the switch to open or close the mirrors.
Automatic anti-glare outside mirrors (if
so equipped)
The outside mirrors will automatically dim during
nighttime conditions to reduce the glare from theheadlights of trailing vehicles. The automatic anti-
glare feature operates only when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The automatic anti-glare feature will be on when
starting the vehicle. The indicator light on the
automatic anti-glare rearview mirror will illuminate
when the automatic anti-glare feature is operat-
ing.
To turn off the anti-glare feature, push the
button on the rearview mirror. The indicator light
will turn off.
To turn on the anti-glare feature again, push
the
button on the rearview mirror. The in-
dicator light will turn on.
For information on the automatic anti-glare rear-
view mirror, see “Automatic anti-glare rearview
mirror” earlier in this section.
Heated mirrors (if so equipped)
Some outside mirrors can be heated to defrost,
defog, or de-ice for improved visibility. For addi-
tional information, see “Rear window and outside
mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch” in the
“Instrument and controls” section of this manual.
TAILGATE
Opening the tailgate
Pull the tailgate handle upward and lower the
tailgate. The support cables hold the tailgate
open.
When closing the tailgate, make sure the latches
are securely locked.
Do not drive the vehicle with the tailgate
down, unless equipped with NISSAN’s Bed
Extender (accessory) or equivalent in the
extended position.
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TRUCK BOX
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For proper truck box loading see “Vehicle loading
information” in the “Technical and consumer in-
formation” section of this manual.
WARNING
cIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside a vehicle. In a colli-
sion, people riding in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
cDo not allow people to ride in any area
of your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
cBe sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Removing the tailgate
1. Release the tailgate support cables.
CAUTION
cThe tailgate is heavy. Two people
should remove or install it. Be careful
not to drop it during removal.
cAfter releasing the support cables, do
not let the tailgate rest on the bumper.
2. Hold the tailgate at a 45 degree angle.
3. Pull the tailgate out from the left side hinge.4. Slide the tailgate out of the right side hinge.
Installing the tailgate
1. Insert the tailgate into the right side hinge.
2. Hold the tailgate at a 45 degree angle and
insert into the left side hinge.
3. Continue to hold the tailgate at a 45 degree
angle and attach the tailgate support cables.
4. Close the tailgate securely.
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Locking the tailgate
To unlock the tailgate, turn the key toward the
passenger side of the vehicle
s1. To lock, turn the
key toward the driver side
s2.
Both the master key and the valet key can be
used to lock and unlock the tailgate.
TIE DOWN HOOKS
For your convenience, tie down hooks are placed
at each corner of the truck box. These may be
used to help secure cargo loaded into the truck
box.
cThe weight of the cargo load must be evenly
distributed over both the front and the rear
axles.
cAll cargo should be securely fastened with
ropes or straps to prevent it from shifting or
sliding within the vehicle.
WARNING
cProperly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause personal
injury.
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.
Headlight assembly
High 60/65 HB3/9005
Low 51/55 HB4/9006
Park/Turn 8/27 3457K
Sidemarker 3.8 194
Side turn signal light* (if so equipped) (LED) —
Front fog light 37.5 899
Puddle lamp 8 906LF
Room/map lights (front) 6 –
Personal lights
Type A 8 AL67
Type B 6 WXW52
Footwell 3.4 158
Glove box light 3.4 158
Vanity mirror light 1.8 –
Step light 3.8 194
High-mounted stop light/cargo lights* 12.8 912LF
Rear combination light
Tail/Stop 7/27 3157K
Backup (reversing) 16 921LF
Turn 27 3156K
Tailgate light 16 921
License plate light 5 168
* See a NISSAN dealer for replacement.Always check with the Parts Department at a
NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information.
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1. Room/map light
2. Front personal lights
3. Step light
4. Puddle lamp/Side turn signal light (if so
equipped)
5. High-mount stoplight/cargo lights
6. License plate light
7. Rear combination/tailgate light assem-
bly
8. Fog light
9. Headlight assembly
Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When
replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, lamp
and/or cover.
Indicates bulb removal
Indicates bulb installationWDI0409
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Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start.........2-28, 3-2, 5-9
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-20
Service manual order form...........9-45
Servicing air conditioner............4-37
Setting button..................4-7
Shift lock release................5-16
Shifting
Automatic transmission.......5-12, 5-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-20
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems). . .1-58
Sonar
Rear system.................5-32
Spark plug replacement............8-16
Speedometer...................2-5
SRS warning label...............1-61
Starting
Before starting the engine.........5-10
Jump starting.................6-8
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Push starting................6-10
Starting the engine.............5-10
Startup screen..................4-3
Steering
Power steering fluid.............8-11
Power steering system...........5-28
Tilting steering wheel............3-12
Steering wheel audio control switch......4-58
Stop light....................8-27
Storage.....................2-41
Lockable bedside storage
compartment................2-49
Overhead storage compartment......2-45
Storage bin...................2-46
Storage tray...................2-41Sun visors....................3-13
Sunglasses case................2-44
Sunroof.....................2-53
Supplemental air bag warning labels.....1-61
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-61, 2-17
Supplemental front impact air bag system . .1-54
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.......1-61
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-46
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-46
Switch
Autolight switch...............2-32
Automatic power window switch.....2-51
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch................2-37
Fog light switch...............2-34
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-35
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-31
Headlight control switch..........2-31
Ignition switch................5-8
Power door lock switch...........3-4
Rear sonar system off switch.......2-38
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch....................2-30
Turn signal switch..............2-34
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch....................2-37
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-29
T
Tachometer....................2-6
Tailgate latch..................3-18Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light.......2-15
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start..............2-28, 3-2, 5-9
Three-way catalyst................5-2
Tie down hooks.................3-20
Tilting steering wheel..............3-12
Tire
Flat tire....................6-2
Spare tire...................6-3
Tire and Loading Information label.....9-12
Tire chains..................8-38
Tire placard.................9-12
Tire pressure................8-31
Tire rotation.................8-38
Tires of 4-wheel drive............8-40
Types of tires................8-37
Uniform tire quality grading.........9-41
Wheels and tires..............8-31
Wheel/tire size................9-9
Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light......2-16
Tire pressure display...............4-6
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . .5-3
Tire rotation maintenance reminder.......4-6
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-27
Tow mode switch................2-39
Towing
2-wheel drive models............6-12
4-wheel drive models............6-13
Flat towing..................9-40
Tow truck towing..............6-11
Towing load/specification.........9-29
Trailer towing................9-25
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1. Engine coolant 8-7
2. Battery 8-13
3. Power steering fluid 8-11
4. Automatic transmission fluid 8-11
5. Heater and air conditioner 4-28; Audio
system 4-37
6. Passenger supplemental air bag 1-46
7. Spare tire 6-2
8. Tailgate 3-18
9. Fuel-filler cap 3-10; Fuel recommenda-
tions 9-3, 9-4
10. Seat belts 1-13
11. Door locks 3-3
12. Driver supplemental air bag 1-46
13. Hood release 3-10
14. Meters and gauges 2-4
15. Brake fluid 8-12
16. Engine oil 8-8
17. Window washer fluid 8-12
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