coolant NISSAN TITAN 2016 2.G Owners Manual

Cummins 5.0 L engine
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-12)
2. Fuse box (P. 8-20)
3. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-20)
4. Engine coolant reservoir*
5. Fuel filter (Stage 2)*
6. Engine oil filler cap*
7. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)
8. Air cleaner*
9. Battery (P. 8-13)
10. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)
11. Radiator cap*
12. Engine oil dipstick*
13. Drive belt location*
14. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-20)
15. Battery (P. 8-13)
*: Refer to the separate Titan Diesel Owner’s
Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
LDI2870
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

VK56VD engine
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-12)
2. Fuse box (P. 8-20)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-6)
4. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-6)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-17)
8. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-20)
9. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-4)
10. Drive belt location (P. 8-15)
11. Battery (P. 8-13)
12. Radiator cap (P. 8-4)
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-4
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-5
Tachometer ....................................2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-7
Fuel gauge ....................................2-8
Auxiliary gauges (if so equipped) .................2-9
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-10
Off-road monitor (if so equipped) ................2-11
Trip computer (if so equipped) ..................2-11
Compass (if so equipped) ......................... 2-16
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ........................................ 2-19
Checking lights ............................... 2-20
Warning lights ................................ 2-20
Indicator lights ................................ 2-26
Audible reminders ............................. 2-29
Vehicle Information Display (if so equipped) .........2-29
How to use the vehicle information display .......2-30
Startup display ................................ 2-30
Settings ...................................... 2-31
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-39Diesel warnings and indicators
(if so equipped)
............................... 2-44
Security systems ................................. 2-44
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-45
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system .............2-46
Wiper and washer switch ......................... 2-47
Switch operation .............................. 2-48
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-49
Rear window and/or outside mirror defroster switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-50
Headlight switch ................................. 2-51
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-51
Daytime running light system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-53
Instrument brightness control ...................2-54
Turn signal switch ................................ 2-54
Turn signal .................................... 2-54
Lane change signal ............................ 2-54
Fog
light switch (if so equipped) ...................2-55
Horn ............................................ 2-55
Cargo lamp switch ................................ 2-56
Climate controlled seat switches (if so equipped) ....2-56
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..............2-57

1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Vehicle information displayOdometer
Outside temperature display 4. Speedometer
5. Fuel gauge
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
Type A (if so equipped)
LIC3100
METERS AND GAUGES
2-4Instruments and controls

1. Tachometer
2. Warning and indicator lights
3. Speedometer
4. Fuel gauge5. Trip computer
Odometer
Outside temperature display
6. Engine coolant temperature gauge
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and
odometer. The speedometer is located on the
right side of the meter cluster. The odometer is
located in the vehicle information display (Type A)
(if so equipped) or the trip computer (Type B) (if
so equipped) to the left of the speedometer and
can be accessed with the vehicle in the ON
position.
Type B (if so equipped)
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Changing the display
Pushing the TRIP RESET
3switch on the left
side of the instrument panel changes the display
as follows:
ODO →Trip
→Trip→ODO
Resetting the trip odometer
Pushing the TRIP RESET switch
3for 1 second
resets the currently displayed trip odometer to
zero.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute (RPM) . Do not rev the engine
into the red zone
1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en-
gine speed. Operating the engine in the
red zone may cause serious engine
damage.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera-
ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the
normal range
1when the gauge needle points
within the zone shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions.
LIC3543LIC2220
Instruments and controls2-7

CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant tempera-
ture near the hot (H) end of the normal
range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease
temperature. If the gauge is over the nor-
mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the vehicle
may seriously damage the engine. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “If your ve-
hicle overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section of this manual for
immediate action required.
FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximatefuel level
in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.
The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
The low fuel warning light comes on when the
amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-
ters 0 (Empty) .
The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
CAUTION
● If the vehicle runs out of fuel, theMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
After a few driving trips. the
light
should turn off. If the light remains on
after a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
● For additional information, refer to
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
this section.
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To return to the main menu selections, scroll to
“EXIT” and press ENTER.
Engine oil
The engine oil menu item allows the user to set a
maintenance reminder at a specific interval. To
set the reminder, press the ENTER button when
“ENGINE OIL” is shown. Using the
but-
tons, set the desired interval to receive a mainte-
nance reminder.
To reset the mileage, press and hold the ENTER
button for approximately 1 second.
To return to the main menu selections, scroll to
“EXIT” and press ENTER.
For additional information, refer to “Maintenance
schedules” in the “Maintenance” section of this
manual.
Oil filter
The oil filter menu item allows the user to set a
maintenance reminder at a specific interval. To
set the reminder, press the ENTER button when
“OIL FILTER” is shown. Using the
but-
tons, set the desired interval to receive a mainte-
nance reminder.
To reset the mileage, press and hold the ENTER
button for approximately 1 second.
To return to the main menu selections, scroll to
“EXIT” and press ENTER. For additional information, refer to “Maintenance
schedules” in the “Maintenance” section of this
manual.
Rotation
The rotation menu item allows the user to set a
maintenance reminder at a specific interval. To
set the reminder, press the ENTER button when
“ROTATION” is shown. Using the
but-
tons, set the desired interval to receive a mainte-
nance reminder.
To reset the mileage, press and hold the ENTER
button for approximately 1 second.
To return to the main menu selections, scroll to
“EXIT” and press ENTER.
For additional information, refer to “Maintenance
schedules” in the “Maintenance” section of this
manual.
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual. Many factors including tire
inflation, alignment, driving habits and
road conditions affect tire wear and when
tires should be replaced. Setting the tire
replacement indicator for a certain driving
distance does not mean your tires will last
that long. Use the tire replacement indica-
tor as a guide only and always perform
regular tire checks. Failure to perform
regular tire checks, including tire pressure
checks could result in tire failure. Serious
vehicle damage could occur and may lead
to a collision, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Other
The other menu item allows the user to set a
maintenance reminder at a specific interval to
check various other maintenance items (ie. air
filter, brakes, coolant) . To set the reminder, press
the ENTER button when “OTHER” is shown.
Using the
buttons, set the desired inter-
val to receive a maintenance reminder.
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Malfunction Warning Light(red) (if so equipped)
If this warning light illuminates this indicates ei-
ther the coolant temperature is above a critical
threshold or the exhaust temperatures are above
a critical threshold. When illuminated this lamp
indicates the need to stop the engine as soon as
it can be safely done. The Engine must remain
shut down until the engine can be repaired. For
additional information, refer to the “Titan Diesel
Owner’s Manual”.
CAUTION
● Continuing vehicle operation without
proper servicing of the engine control
system could lead to poor driveability,
reduced fuel economy, and damage to
the engine control system, which may
affect the vehicle’s warranty coverage.
● Failure to drain the water from the fuel
filter can cause serious damage to the
engine. It is recommended that you con-
tact a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible.
Master warning light
This light comes on when various vehicle infor-
mation display warnings appear. ●
No key warning
● Low fuel warning
● Low windshield-washer fluid warning
● Parking brake release warning
● Door open warning
● Loose fuel cap warning
● Check tire pressure warning
● 4WD error (if so equipped)
● Front & rear tire size differences (if so
equipped)
NISSAN Intelligent Key®
warning light (if so equipped)
After the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds
and then turns off. This light illuminates or blinks
as follows:
● The light blinks in yellow when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
“ACC” or “ON” position. Make sure that the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. ●
The light blinks in green when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power. Replace
the battery with a new one. For additional
information, refer to “Battery” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
● The light illuminates in yellow when it warns
of a malfunction with the Intelligent Key sys-
tem.
If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
engine is stopped, it may be impossible to start
the engine. If the light comes on while the engine
is running, you can drive the vehicle. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN In-
telligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section of this manual.
P position selecting warning light (if so equipped)
The light blinks red and the warning buzzer
sounds if you are outside of the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key and the engine is off, but the shift
lever is not in the P (Park) position.
When the warning light blinks, place the ignition
switch in the ON position, move the shift lever to
the P (Park) position, then place the ignition
switch in the LOCK position.
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Maintenance
The maintenance menu allows the user to set
reminders for various vehicle maintenance items
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual. Many factors including tire
inflation, alignment, driving habits and
road conditions affect tire wear and when
tires should be replaced. Setting the tire
replacement indicator for a certain drivingdistance does not mean your tires will last
that long. Use the tire replacement indica-
tor as a guide only and always perform
regular tire checks. Failure to perform
regular tire checks, including tire pressure
checks could result in tire failure. Serious
vehicle damage could occur and may lead
to a collision, which could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Menu item
Result
Maintenance Allows user to cycle through various maintenance items and set reminders to perform maintenance at specific intervals
Oil Control System (if so equipped) Allows user to view the Oil Control System maintenance interval
Oil Filter (if so equipped) Allows user to set an Oil Filter reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Oil and Filter (if so equipped) Allows user to set an Oil and Filter reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Air Filter Allows user to set an Air Filter reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Tire Allows user to set a Tire reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Brake Pad Allows user to set a Brake Pad reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Brake Fluid Allows user to set a Brake Fluid reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Battery Allows user to set a Battery reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Transmission Fluid Allows user to set a Transmission Fluid reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Engine Coolant Allows user to set an Engine Coolant reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
DEF Level (if so equipped) Allows user to set a DEF Level reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Spark Plug (if so equipped) Allows user to set a Spark Plug reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one
Other Allows user to set a reminder, other than for the maintenance items listed above, at a specific interval or reset the current
one
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