power steering NISSAN TITAN 2016 2.G User Guide

Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system
(if so equipped).................................. 5-50
Eco Drive Report (if so equipped) . . ................5-51
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-52
Power steering . . ................................. 5-53
Brake system .................................... 5-53
Brake precautions ............................. 5-53
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-54
Brake assist .................................. 5-55
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-55
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-57
Hill Descent Control System (if so equipped) ........5-58
Hill start assist system ............................ 5-58
Front and Rear Sonar System (if so equipped) .......5-59 System operation
.............................. 5-60
How to enable/disable the Sonar system . ........5-62
Sonar limitations ............................... 5-62
System maintenance ........................... 5-63
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-63
Freeing a frozen door lock ......................5-63
Antifreeze ..................................... 5-63
Battery ....................................... 5-63
Draining of coolant water .......................5-63
Tire equipment . . .............................. 5-64
Special winter equipment .......................5-64
Driving on snow or ice ......................... 5-64
Engine block heater (if so equipped) .............5-64

WARNING
●Never leave the E-lock system on when
driving on paved or hard-surfaced
roads. Turning the vehicle may result in
the rear wheels slipping and result in an
accident and personal injury. After us-
ing the E-lock system to free the ve-
hicle, turn the system off.
● Use the E-lock system only in an emer-
gency when it is not possible to free a
struck vehicle even when using 4LO.
Never use the E-Lock system on a slip-
pery road surface such as snow or ice
surface. Using the E-Lock system when
driving in these road conditions may
cause unexpected movement of the ve-
hicle during engine braking, accelerat-
ing or turning, which may result in an
accident and serious personal injury.
● Observe the above warnings. Other-
wise, loss of normal steering control
may result. This may result in an acci-
dent and serious personal injury.
CAUTION
● After using the E-lock system, or during
normal driving, turn the switch off to
prevent possible damage to driveline
components from extended use.
● Avoid quick starts while the E-lock sys-
tem is in operation. Otherwise, the
power train system parts could be
damaged.
● When the E-lock system is in operation,
turning the vehicle becomes difficult.
This can be dangerous, especially at
high speeds. Doing so could damage
drivetrain components.
● Do not operate the E-lock system when
the vehicle is turning or when one side
wheel is rotating. Otherwise, the power
train system parts could be damaged.
● The E-lock system operates only when
the engine is running.
● In 4H mode, the E-lock system does not
operate when the E-lock system switch
is turned to the ON position. (The E-lock
system indicator light will flash.)
● Observe the above cautions. Otherwise,
loss of normal steering control may
result. When the ignition switch is in the OFF position,
ECO management display appears.
1Previous 5 times (History)
2Current fuel economy
3Best fuel economy
The result of ECO evaluation is displayed 30 sec-
onds after the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position and the vehicle is driven at least
1/3 miles (500 meters) .
1The average fuel economy for the previous 5
times will be displayed.
LSD2472
ECO DRIVE REPORT (if so equipped)
Starting and driving5-51

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling intotraffic when parked on an incline, it is a good
practice to turn the wheels as illustrated.
● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB:
A
Turn the wheels into the curb and move the
vehicle forward until the curb side wheel
gently touches the curb.
● HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB:
B
Turn the wheels away from the curb and
move the vehicle back until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb.
● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO
CURB:
C
Turn the wheels toward the side of the road
so the vehicle will move away from the cen-
ter of the road if it moves.
4. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- tion. The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic
pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.
If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you
will still have control of the vehicle. However,
much greater steering effort is needed, especially
in sharp turns and at low speeds.
WARNING
If the engine is not running or is turned off
while driving, the power assist for the
steering will not work. Steering will be
harder to operate.
The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
have braking at two wheels.
BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
Using the brakes
Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the
brake pads faster, and reduce gas mileage.
To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
downshift to a lower gear before going down a
slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may
reduce braking performance and could result in
loss of vehicle control.
WARNING
●
While driving on a slippery surface, be
careful when braking, accelerating or
downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel-
erating could cause the wheels to skid
and result in an accident.
● If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for
the brakes will not work. Braking will be
harder.
POWER STEERING BRAKE SYSTEM
Starting and driving5-53

WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan
can start at any time.7. After the engine cools down, check the cool- ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank
with the engine running. Add coolant to the
engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer. When towing your vehicle, all jurisdictional and
local regulations for towing must be followed.
Incorrect towing equipment could damage your
vehicle. Towing instructions are available from a
NISSAN dealer. Local service operators are gen-
erally familiar with the applicable laws and proce-
dures for towing. To assure proper towing and to
prevent accidental damage to your vehicle,
NISSAN recommends having a service operator
tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have the ser-
vice operator carefully read the following precau-
tions:
WARNING
●
Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.
● Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by a tow truck.
● If your vehicle has front recovery hooks
as original factory equipment, do not
remove or modify them. If it was not
equipped with front recovery hooks, do
not install them. Either action could af-
fect proper operation of the front air
bag system resulting in injury or death.
CAUTION
● When towing, make sure that the trans-
mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.
● Always attach safety chains before
towing.
For additional information about towing your ve-
hicle behind a Recreational Vehicle (RV) , refer to
“Flat towing” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
NISSAN
NISSAN recommends towing your vehicle based
upon the type of drivetrain. Please refer to the
diagrams in this section to ensure that your ve-
hicle is properly towed.
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
In case of emergency6-13

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions...........................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ................8-3
Engine cooling system .............................8-4
Checking engine coolant level ...................8-5
Changing engine coolant ........................8-5
Engine oil .........................................8-6
Checking engine oil level ........................8-6
Changing engine oil ............................8-7
Changing engine oil filter ........................8-8
Fuel filter (CUMMINS 5.0L) .........................8-9
Fuel filter replacement (stage 1) ..................8-9
Fuel filter replacement (stage 2) ..................8-9
Draining water .................................8-9
Fuel system priming .............................8-9
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) .......................8-10
Automatic regeneration ........................ 8-10
6-speed automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
(diesel engine only) ............................... 8-10
7-speed automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
(gasoline engine only) ............................. 8-10
Power steering fluid ............................... 8-11
Brake fluid ....................................... 8-11
Windshield-washer fluid ........................... 8-12Windshield-washer fluid reservoir . .
.............8-12
Battery .......................................... 8-13
Jump starting ................................. 8-14
Variable voltage control system (if so equipped) ......8-15
Drive belt ........................................ 8-15
Spark plugs (gasoline engine only) .................8-16
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-16
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-17
In-cabin microfilter ............................. 8-17
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-18
Cleaning ..................................... 8-18
Replacing .................................... 8-18
Brakes .......................................... 8-19
Fuses ........................................... 8-20
Engine compartment ........................... 8-20
Passenger compartment .......................8-22
Battery replacement .............................. 8-23
NISSAN

Intelligent Key® ....................... 8-24
Lights ........................................... 8-25
Headlights .................................... 8-25
Fog lights (if so equipped) ......................8-26
Daytime running light (DRL) (if so equipped) ......8-27
Exterior and interior lights .......................8-28

VK56VD engine
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Power steering fluid reservoir
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse/Fusible link box
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Drive belt location
11. Battery
12. Radiator cap
For additional information on the Cummins 5.0L
engine, refer to the “Titan Diesel Owner’s
Manual”.
LDI2973
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
Do-it-yourself8-3

The fluid level should be checked using the HOT
MAX range on the power steering fluid reservoir
at fluid temperatures of 122° - 176°F (50° -
80°C) or using the COLD MAX range on the
power steering fluid reservoir at fluid tempera-
tures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C) .
If the fluid is at or below the MIN line, add Genu-
ine NISSAN PSF or equivalent, to HOT MAX or
COLD MAX depending on system fluid tempera-
ture. Remove the cap and fill through the open-
ing.
CAUTION
●DO NOT OVERFILL.
● Recommended fluid is Genuine
NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
WARNING
● Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can damage
the brake system and affect the vehi-
cle’s stopping ability.
● Clean the filler cap before removing.
● Brake fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of reach of children.
WDI0256LDI2878
POWER STEERING FLUID BRAKE FLUID
Do-it-yourself8-11

CAUTION
●Do not ground accessories directly to
the battery terminal. Doing so will by-
pass the variable voltage control sys-
tem and the vehicle battery may not
charge completely.
● Use electrical accessories with the en-
gine running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery. Your vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage
control system. This system measures the
amount of electrical discharge from the battery
and controls voltage generated by the generator.
The current sensor
Ais located near the battery
along the negative battery cable. If you add elec-
trical accessories to your vehicle, be sure to
ground them to a suitable body ground such as
the frame or engine block area.
1. Power steering fluid pump pulley
2. Automatic belt tensioner pulley
3. Water pump pulley
4. Cooling fan pulley
5. Air conditioner compressor pulley
6. Crankshaft pulley
7. Generator pulley
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or
LOCK position before servicing drive belt.
The engine could rotate unexpectedly.
LDI2959
VK56VD engine
WDI0661
VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM (if so equipped) DRIVE BELT
Do-it-yourself8-15

Steering wheelCheck for changes in the steer-
ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard
steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating properly.
Windshield wiper and washer* Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Windshield defroster Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
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 seviceable batteries) Check the
fluid level in each cell. It should be between the
MAX and MIN lines. 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 electronic accessories that consume battery power
when the engine is not running (Phone char-
gers, 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 MIN and MAX 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 surface with the engine off.
Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the oil pan. Exhaust system
Visually inspect the exhaust
pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks, de-
terioration and damage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary. For additional infor-
mation, 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

Fluid typesCapacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Automatic transmis-
sion fluid (ATF) 6-speed (Diesel engine only)
——— • Genuine NISSAN Matic K ATF
• Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine
NISSAN Matic K ATF or equivalent may cause deteriora-
tion in driveability and automatic transmission durability,
and may damage the automatic transmission, which is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
7-speed (Gasoline engine only) • Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine
NISSAN Matic S ATF or equivalent may cause deteriora-
tion in driveability and automatic transmission durability,
and may damage the automatic transmission, which is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Front differential gear oil 3-1/4 pt2-5/8 pt 1.51 L• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super—CT
Synthetic GL-5 75W–90
• The use of differential gear oil other than the specified
may cause vehicle malfunctions and result in non-
warranty vehicle repairs.
Rear differential gear oil
5-1/2 pt4-5/8 pt 2.6 L
Transfer fluid 1-7/8 qt1-5/8 qt 1.8 L• Genuine NISSAN ATF D3M
• Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN ATF D3M may
cause deterioration in driveability and transfer durability,
and may damage the transfer case, which is not covered
by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Power steering fluid (PSF) ———• Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
• DEXRON™ VI type ATF may also be used.
Brake fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *2 or
equivalent DOT 3.
*2 Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
Technical and consumer information10-3