Nissan 2014 Frontier - Owner's Manual User Manual

®2014 FRONTIEROWNER’S MANUALFor your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.2014 NISSAN FRONTIER D40-DD40-DPrinting : September 2013 (18)P

0 Illustrated table of contentsAir bags, seat belts and child restraints ...0-2Exterior front ...0-3Exte

● If you need to dispose of a pretensioneror scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSANdealer. Incorrect disposal procedurescould cause personal injury.The p

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LIGHTThe supplemental air bag warning light,displayingin the instrument panel, moni-tors the circuits for the air bag syst

WARNING● Once a front air bag, side air bag, orcurtain air bag has inflated, the air bagmodule will not function again andmust be replaced. Additional

2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel...2-2Meters and gauges ...2-3Speedometer and o

Glove box ...2-42Sunglasses holder (if so equipped) ...2-42Map pockets...2-

1. Vents (P. 4-15)2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-28)3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/Blueto

15. Electronic locking rear differential(E-Lock) system switch (if soequipped) (P.2-35)Heated seat switch (if so equipped)(P. 2-33)Rear sonar switch (

1. Speedometer2. Odometer/Twin trip odometer3. Change/Loose fuel cap warning mes-sage reset/Check tire pressure warningmessage reset buttonSPEEDOMETER

For vehicles equipped with trip computer, press-ing the change button changes the display asfollows:Trip→ Trip → Distance to Empty →Average speed → Av

long as the low tire pressure warning light re-mains illuminated. For more information see “Lowtire pressure warning light” in the “Instrumentsand con

1. 2nd row seat belts (P. 1-15)2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag (P. 1-65)3. Front seat belts (P. 1-15)4. Head rest

CAUTIONIf the gauge indicates coolant tempera-ture near the hot (H) end of the normalrange, reduce vehicle speed to decreasetemperature. If the gauge

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE (ifso equipped)The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys-tem oil pressure while the engine is running. Theneedle should

TRIP COMPUTER (if so equipped)The display of the trip computer is situated in thespeedometer display. When the ignition switch isplaced in the ON posi

This unit has the following functions:● Measures terrestrial magnetism and indi-cates heading direction of vehicle● Indicates outside air temperature

● When the outside temperature is between140°F (60°C) and 194°F (90°C), the displaywill read 140°F (60°C). When the tempera-ture is above 194°F (90°C)

Zone variation change procedureThe difference between magnetic north and geo-graphical north is known as variance. In someareas, this difference can s

1. With the display turned on, press and holdthefor about 10 seconds. The “C”icon in the compass display will illuminate.2. Calibrate the compass by d

or Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)warning lightLow tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light (blue)Automatic Transmission check warning lig

CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brakeand turn the ignition key to the ON positionwithout starting the engine. The following lig

This light indicates that the automatic transmis-sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans-fer control is not secured in any drive positionwh

1. Engine hood (P. 0-8)2. Windshield wiper and washer switch(P. 2-26)3. Windshield (P. 8-22)4. Windows (P. 2-47)5. Door locks, keyfob (if so equipped)

Engine oil pressure warninglightThis light warns of low engine oil pressure. If thelight flickers or comes on during normal driving,pull off the road

Low tire pressure warning:If the vehicle is being driven with low tirepressure, the warning light will illuminate.A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning

● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheelis replaced the TPMS will not functionand the low tire pressure warning lightwill flash for approximately 1 m

WARNINGIf the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the front air bag,side air bag, curtain air bag systems,and/or pretensioner

High beam indicator light(blue)This blue light comes on when the headlight highbeams are on and goes out when the low beamsare selected.The high beam

The Malfunction Indicator Light may stop blinkingand come on steady. Have the vehicle inspectedby a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to haveyour vehicle

Turn signal/hazard indicatorlightsThe appropriate light flashes when the turn signalswitch is activated.Both lights flash when the hazard switch is tu

Your vehicle may have two types of security sys-tems:● Vehicle security system (if so equipped)● NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (if soequipped)VEHI

● If the key is turned slowly when lockingthe driver’s door, the system may notarm. Furthermore, if the key is turnedbeyond the vertical position towa

For Canada:This device complies with RSS-210 of In-dustry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions; (1) This devicemay not cause ha

1. Rear sliding window (if so equipped)(P.2-50)2. Vehicle loading (P. 9-13)3. Truck box, tailgate (P. 3-17)4. Rear view camera (if so equipped)(P. 4-1

Push the lever up䊊4to have one sweep opera-tion (MIST) of the wiper.Pull the lever toward you䊊5to operate thewasher. The wiper will also operate sever

HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCHLighting䊊1When turning the switch to the posi-tion, the front parking, tail, license plate andinstrument panel lights come on.

Autolight system (if so equipped)The autolight system allows the headlights to beset so they turn on and off automatically. Theautolight system can:●

Be sure you do not put anything on top ofthe autolight sensor䊊1located in the topside of the instrument panel. The autolightsensor controls the autoli

WARNINGWhen the daytime running light system isactive, tail lights on your vehicle are noton. It is necessary at dusk to turn on yourheadlights. Failu

FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switchto theposition, then turn the fog lightswitch to theposition.To t

The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.1. Start the engine.2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, asdesired, depending on the temperatur

The vehicle should be driven with the VehicleDynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv-ing conditions.If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the

● the 4WD switch must be in the 4H positionand the vehicle speed must be under21 MPH (35 km/h), and● the hill descent control system switch mustbe ON.

● Use the E-Lock system only when free-ing a stuck vehicle. Try the 4LO positionbefore using the E-Lock system. Neveruse the E-Lock system on a slippe

1. Map lights (if so equipped) (P. 2-52)2. Sun visors (P. 3-14)3. Rearview mirror (if so equipped)(P. 3-15)4. Vents (P. 4-15)5. Glove box (P. 2-42)6.

WARNINGThe rear sonar system is a conveniencebut it is not a substitute for proper back-ing. Always turn and check that it is safe todo so before back

CAUTION● The outlet and plug may be hot duringor immediately after use.● Only certain power outlets are designedfor use with a cigarette lighter unit.

A/T modelLIC0818M/T model — Type A (if so equipped)WIC1431M/T model — Type B (if so equipped)WIC1432Instruments and controls 2-39

UNDER-SEAT STORAGE BINSWARNING● Properly secure all cargo with ropes orstraps to help prevent it from sliding orshifting. In a sudden stop or collisio

● Do not place sharp objects in the under-seat storage bins. Such objects maybecome dangerous projectiles andcause injury when the vehicle is movingor

GLOVE BOXTo open the top portion of the glove box, push thelatch䊊Aup and raise the lid.To open the lower portion of the glove box, pullthe handle䊊Bdow

MAP POCKETSWIC0824King cab modelLIC0826Crew cab modelLIC0825Instruments and controls 2-43

SEAT POCKET (if so equipped)A pocket is located on the back of the driver’sseat.CUP HOLDERSThe front cup holders have adapters that can beremoved to a

To open the 2nd row cup holders (rear of the frontconsole), lower the lid. To close, raise the lid. Ifstepped on, the cup holder is designed to snaplo

ROOF RACK (if so equipped)WARNING● Drive extra carefully when the vehicle isloaded at or near the cargo carryingcapacity, especially if the significan

1. Vents (P. 4-15)2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turnsignal switch (P. 2-28)3. Steering wheel switch for audio control(if so equipped)/Blueto

Always evenly distribute the cargo on the tubularroof rack. The maximum total load is 125 lb(56 kg) evenly distributed. Be careful that yourvehicle do

1. Window lock button2. Power door lock switch3. Front passenger side window switch4. Right rear passenger window switch(Crew Cab models only)5. Left

Rear power window switch (Crew Cabmodels only)The rear power window switches open or closeonly the corresponding passenger window. Toopen the window,

REAR SLIDING WINDOW (if soequipped)Squeeze the handles of the lever䊊1, then slidethe window open䊊2.Sliding the moonroofTo fully open the moonroof, pus

When closing:If the control unit detects something caught in themoonroof as it moves to the front, the moonroofwill immediately open backward.When til

The interior lights have a three-position switchand operate regardless of ignition switch posi-tion.When the switch is in the ON position䊊1, theinteri

The lights will turn off automatically after a periodof time while doors are open to prevent the bat-tery from becoming discharged.When the switch is

The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver providesa convenient way to consolidate the functions ofup to three individual hand-held transmitters intoone buil

2. Using both hands, simultaneously press andhold the desired HomeLink® button andhand-held transmitter button. DO NOT re-lease until the HomeLink® in

PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® FORCANADIAN CUSTOMERS ANDGATE OPENERSCanadian radio-frequency laws require transmit-ter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after se

15. Electronic locking rear differential(E-Lock) system switch(if so equipped) (P.2-35)Heated seat switch (if so equipped)(P. 2-33)Rear sonar switch (

CLEARING THE PROGRAMMEDINFORMATIONThe following procedure clears the programmedinformation from both buttons. Individual buttonscannot be cleared. How

MEMO2-58 Instruments and controls

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsKeys...3-2NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system keys(if so equipped) ...

1. Two master keys (black) with transponderchip and chrome NISSAN brand symbol onone side.2. Transponder chip3. Key number plateA key number plate is

When the doors are locked using one of thefollowing methods, the doors cannot be openedusing the inside or outside door handles. Thedoors must be unlo

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCKKNOBTo lock the door without the key, move the insidelock knob to the lock position䊊1, then close thedoor.To unlock the door w

REAR DOORS (King Cab models)1. Open the driver’s or passenger’s door.2. From the outside, pull the door handle䊊Atoward you.3. Open the door to the des

The automatic unlock function can be de-activated or activated. To deactivate or acti-vate the automatic door unlock system, performthe following proc

As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with onevehicle. For information concerning the purchaseand use of additional keyfobs, contact a NISSANdealer.The key

● When the button is pressed withall doors locked, the hazard warning lightsflash twice and the horn beeps once as areminder that the doors are alread

QR25DE engine1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-15)2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-24)3. Fuse and relay box (P. 8-24)4. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)5.

Opening windows (if so equipped)The keyfob allows you to open windowsequipped with automatic operation.● To open the windows, press thebut-ton on the

Silencing the horn beep featureIf desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti-vated using the keyfob.To deactivate: Press and hold theand buttons for

WARNING● Make sure the hood is completelyclosed and latched before driving. Fail-ure to do so could cause the hood to flyopen and result in an acciden

– Keep the pump nozzle in contactwith the container while you are fill-ing it.– Use only approved portable fuel con-tainers for flammable liquid.CAUTI

Loose Fuel Cap warning messageThe LOOSE FUEL CAP warning message dis-plays in the odometer when the fuel-filler cap isnot tightened correctly after th

䊊1To block glare from the front, swing down themain sun visor.䊊2To block glare from the side, remove themain sun visor from the center mount andswing

REARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped)The night position䊊1reduces glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind you at night.Use the day position䊊2when drivin

For information on HomeLink® Universal Trans-ceiver (if so equipped) operation, see the“HomeLink® Universal Transceiver” in the “In-struments and cont

Electric control type (if so equipped)The outside mirror remote control will operateonly when the ignition switch is placed in theACC or ON position.M

For proper truck box loading see “Vehicle loadinginformation” in the “Technical and consumer in-formation” section of this manual.WARNING● It is extre

VQ40DE engine1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-15)2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-24)3. Fuse and relay box (P. 8-24)4. Engine oil filler cap (P

6. Take the tailgate plug from the glove box andconnect it to the tailgate wiring harness toavoid contamination which will lead to mal-function of the

Connecting the rear camera (if soequipped)Before closing the tailgate reconnect the rearcamera by performing the following:1. After attaching the rear

BED EXTENDER (if so equipped)CAUTION● Do not overload the bed extender.Maximum load on the open tailgate is890N (200 lbs).● Evenly distribute and prop

NOTE:Use care when rotating extender, bucklesmay come in contact with the truck bedrailing.Removing and installing the bedextenderTo remove or install

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voicerecognition systemsControl panel buttons — color screen withNavigation System (if so equipped) ...

Bluetooth® streaming audio with NavigationSystem (if so equipped) ...4-59Pandora® audio (United States only)(if so equipped) ...

My Apps Voice Commands . . ...4-90Help voice commands ...4-90Troubleshooting guide ...4-91

WARNING● Positioning of the heating or air condi-tioning controls and display controlsshould not be done while driving in or-der that full attention m

* For information regarding the Navigation systemcontrol buttons, refer to the separate NavigationSystem Owner’s Manual.** For information regarding t

Touch screen operationMenu Item ResultSelecting the item Touch an item to select . To select the “Audio” key, touch the “Audio” key䊊1on the screen. To

WarninglightName PageorAnti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS) warn-ing light2-15Automatic transmis-sion check warninglight2-15Automatic transmis-sion oil tempe

HOW TO USE THE BACK BUTTONPress the BACK button to return to the previousscreen.HOW TO USE THE APPS – IBUTTONFor more information about the “SiriusXM

Menu item ResultAudio See “Audio system” in this section for more information.Navigation See the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual for more in

Menu item ResultTemperature Unit Touch this key to change the temperature unit being displayed (Fahrenheit or Celsius).Touchscreen click Toggles the t

When the shift lever is shifted into the R (Re-verse) position, the monitor display shows a rear-ward view from the vehicle.WARNING● The system is des

The on-screen guidelines can be set to on or off.With the shift lever in the R (Reverse) posi-tion:Press the CAMERA button to toggle the featureon and

the hill is the place䊊B. Note that any object onthe hill is further than it appears on the monitor.Backing up on a steep downhillWhen backing up the v

Backing up behind a projecting objectThe position䊊Cis shown farther than the position䊊Bin the display. However, the position䊊Cisactually at the same d

4. Adjust the level using the TUNE-SCROLLknob and then press the ENTER/SETTINGbutton to apply the adjustment.● Do not adjust the Brightness or Contras

● The colors of objects on the RearView Moni-tor may differ somewhat from those of theactual object.● Objects on the monitor may not be clear in adark

WARNING● The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running.●Do not leave children or adults who wouldnormally require the

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSANowners. This vehicle is delivered to you withconfidence. It was produced using the latesttechniques and str

IndicatorlightName Page4WD shift indicatorlight (model)2-20Front passenger airbag status light2-20High beam indicatorlight (blue)2-21Hill descent cont

— Air flows from center and sidevents and foot outlets.— Air flows mainly from footoutlets.— Air flows from defroster out-lets and foot outlets.— Air

Defrosting or defoggingThis mode directs the air to the defrost outlets todefrost/defog the windows.1. Press the defrost/defog button.2. Turn the fan

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATIONStart the engine, turn the fan control dial to thedesired position, and press thebutton toactivate the air conditioner. When

● A visible mist may be seen coming from theventilators in hot, humid conditions as the airis cooled rapidly. This does not indicate amalfunction.● If

LHA2060 LHA2061Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-21

LHA2062 WHA13624-22 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

1. Driver temperature control dial2. A/C ON/OFF button3. Front window defroster button4. Fan speed control dial5.(System OFF) button6. Fresh air intak

1. Driver temperature control dial2. A/C ON/OFF button3. Front window defroster button4. Fan speed control dial5.(System OFF) button6. Rear window def

2. Turn the temperature dial to the left or rightto set the desired temperature. Driver andpassenger temperatures can be set inde-pendently. Press DUA

Air recirculationPush the air recirculation button to recir-culate interior air inside the vehicle. Push theAUTO button to return to automatic mode.Th

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint systemSeats . ...1-2Front manual seat adjustment(if so eq

The air conditioner system in your NISSAN ve-hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed withthe environment in mind.This refrigerant does not harm t

Static and flutter: During signal interference frombuildings, large hills or due to antenna position(usually in conjunction with increased distancefro

Compact disc (CD) playerCAUTION● Do not force a compact disc into the CDinsert slot. This could damage the CDand/or CD player.● Trying to load a CD wi

Compact disc with MP3 or WMA (ifso equipped)Terms:● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving PicturesExperts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is themost well-known compr

● If there is a file in the top level of the disc,“Root Folder” is displayed.● The playback order is the order in which thefiles were written by the w

Troubleshooting guide:Symptom Cause and CountermeasureCannot playCheck if the disc was inserted correctly.Check if the disc is scratched or dirty.Chec

USB (Universal Serial Bus) memory (ifso equipped)WARNINGDo not connect/disconnect or operate theUSB device while driving. Doing so can bea distraction

Bluetooth® streaming audio (if soequipped)● Some Bluetooth® audio devices may not berecognized by the in-vehicle audio system.● It is necessary to set

1.CD eject button2. CD insert slot3. SCAN button4. DISP button5. RPT/RDM button6. TUNE/FOLDER knob / MENU button7. AUX IN jack8. AUX button9. CD butto

MENU button (Bass, Treble, Balance,Fade, Speed Sensitive Volume and Clock):Press the MENU button to change the mode asfollows:Bass → Treble → Balance

Installing top tether strap(Rear bench seat – Crew cab models only)...1-59Booster seats ...1-60Supplemental restrain

The FM stereo indicator (ST) illuminates duringFM stereo reception. When the stereo broadcastsignal is weak, the radio automatically changesfrom stere

When the TRACK button is pressed, thetrack being played returns to the beginning.Press the TRACKbutton several times toskip back several tracks. Each

1.CD eject button2. XM button*3. CD insert slot4. Display screen5.SEEK button6. SCAN button7.CAT button8. BACK button9. iPod MENU button10.TUNE/SCROLL

FM/AM/SAT RADIO WITHCOMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (TypeA) (if so equipped)For all operation precautions, see “Audio opera-tion precautions” in this section

Brightness and ContrastAdjust the brightness or contrast to adjust theappearance of the display screen.Clock AdjustPress the ENTER/SETTING button to h

When the XM button is pressed while the ignitionswitch is in the ACC or ON position, the radio willcome on at the station last played.The last station

SEEK/CAT button:Press the SEEK/CAT buttonwhile a CD orMP3/WMA CD is playing to return to the begin-ning of the current track. Press the SEEK/CATbutton

When the button is pressed twice with acompact disc loaded, the compact disc will beejected further for easier CD removal. If the discis not removed w

9. ON-OFF button / VOL (volume) controlknob10.CD button11.SXM button*[] button is a button to launch theSmartphone Integration Mode. See “Nis-sanConne

Audio settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “Audio” key.Use the touchscreen to adjust the following itemsto the d

WARNING● Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an acc

SXM settings:To view the SXM settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “SXM” key.The signal strength, activation stat

SEEK tuning:When in FM or AM mode, press the seekbuttonsor to tune from low to highor high to low frequencies and to stop at the nextbroadcasting stat

CD/MP3 display modeMenu itemCD/MP3 display modeWhile listening to a CD or an MP3/WMA CD, certain text may be displayed (when a CD encoded with text is

SEEK (Reverse or FastForward) buttons:Press and hold the seek buttonsorfor 1.5 seconds while the compact disc is playingto reverse or fast forward the

CAUTION● Do not force the USB device into theUSB port. Inserting the USB devicetilted or up-side-down into the port maydamage the port. Make sure that

The current play pattern of the USB device isdisplayed on the screen unless no pattern isapplied.RPT button:When the RPT button is pressed while an au

Audio file operationAUX button:Place the ignition switch in the ON or ACCposition and press the AUX button to switch tothe USB input mode. If another

iPod®* PLAYER OPERATIONWITHOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEM (ifso equipped)Connecting iPod®WARNINGDo not connect/disconnect or operate theUSB device while drivin

● iPod® nano - 5th generation (8GB) (firm-ware version 1.0.2PC or later)● iPod® nano - 5th generation (16GB) (firm-ware version 1.0.1PC or later)● iPo

1 Track Repeat: the current track will be re-peated.All Repeat: all songs in the current list are re-peated.Repeat Off: no repeat play pattern is appl

Forward and backwardPull the lever up and hold it while you slide theseat forward or backward to the desired position.Release the lever to lock the se

While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® canonly be operated by the vehicle audio controls.To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re-move the USB

AUX button:When the AUX button is pressed with the systemoff and the iPod® connected, the system will turnon. If another audio source is playing and t

Repeat:Touch the “Repeat” key to apply a repeat playpattern to the iPod®. When the repeat mode isactive, theicon is displayed to the left ofthe song t

Connecting Bluetooth® audioTo connect your Bluetooth® audio device to thevehicle, follow the procedure below:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Set

CompatibilityThe following iPhone® models are compatiblewith the system:● iPhone® 3GS● iPhone® 4● iPhone® 4S● iPhone® 5The latest Pandora® application

CD CARE AND CLEANING● Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend thedisc. Never touch the surface of the disc.● Always place the discs in the storage casew

STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FORAUDIO CONTROLThe audio system can be operated using thecontrols on the steering wheel.MODE select switchPush the mode select

Pandora® Audio (if so equipped):● Tilt up for less than 1.5 seconds to input“thumbs up” for the current song.● Tilt down for less than 1.5 seconds to

APPLICATION DOWNLOADOnce connected, the NissanConnect™ App willsearch your phone to determine which compat-ible applications are currently installed.

WARNING● Use a phone after stopping your vehiclein a safe location. If you have to use aphone while driving, exercise extremecaution at all times so f

Lumbar support (if so equipped fordriver’s seat)The lumbar support feature provides adjustablelower back support to the driver. Move the leverforward

● Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phonesmay not be recognized or work properly.Please visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetoothfor a recommended phone list a

USING THE SYSTEMThe NISSAN Voice Recognition system allowshands-free operation of the Bluetooth® PhoneSystem.If the vehicle is in motion, some command

● Either “zero” or “oh” can be used for “0”.Example: 1-800-662-6200– “One eight oh oh six six two six two ohoh”, or– “One eight zero zero six six two

CONTROL BUTTONSThe control buttons for the Bluetooth® Hands-FreePhone System are located on the steering wheel.PHONE/SENDPress thebutton to initiate a

Connecting procedureNOTE:The connecting procedure must be per-formed when the vehicle is stationary. If thevehicle starts moving during the procedure,

Receiving a callWhen you hear the ring tone, press thebutton on the steering wheel.Once the call has ended, press thebuttonon the steering wheel.NOTE:

“Redial”䊊DUse the Redial command to call the last numberthat was dialed.The system acknowledges the command, re-peats the number and begins dialing.If

For phones that do not support automatic down-load of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® pro-file), the “Phonebook” command is used to manu-ally add entri

For phones that support automatic download ofthe phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® profile), the“Phonebook” command is used to manage en-tries in the vehicle

“Connect Phone”NOTE:The Add Phone command is not availablewhen the vehicle is moving.Main Menu“Connect Phone”“Add Phone”䊊A“Select Phone”䊊B“Delete Phon

The reclining feature allows adjustment of theseatback for occupants of different sizes foradded comfort and to help obtain proper seatbelt fit (see “

7. When preparation is complete and you areready to begin, press thebutton.8. The VA mode will be explained. Follow theinstructions provided by the sy

MANUAL CONTROLWhile using the Voice Recognition system, it ispossible to select menu options by using thesteering wheel controls instead of speaking v

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThe system should respond correctly to all voicecommands without difficulty. If problems are en-countered, try the following solu

WARNING● Use a phone after stopping your vehiclein a safe location. If you have to use aphone while driving, exercise extremecaution at all times so f

● Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phonesmay not be recognized by the in-vehiclephone module. Please visitwww.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for a recom-mend

BLUETOOTH® is atrademark owned byBluetooth SIG, Inc.and licensed toBosch.VOICE COMMANDSYou can use voice commands to operate variousBluetooth® Hands-F

MAKING A CALLTo make a call, follow the procedure below:1. Press thebutton on the control panel.The “Phone” screen will appear on the dis-play.2. Sele

Sending a text message:1. Press thebutton on the steeringwheel.2. Say “Phone” after the tone.3. Say “Send Text” after the tone.4. The system will prov

BLUETOOTH® SETTINGSTo access the phone settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “Phone & Bluetooth” key.Menu Ite

PHONE SETTINGSTo access the phone settings:1. Press the [] button.2. Select the “Settings” key.3. Select the “Phone & Bluetooth” key.4. Select the

ARMREST (if so equipped)To use the center armrest on the 2nd row benchseat, pull on the tab in the center of the seat andfold it down to the resting p

Giving voice commands1. Press the button.2. The system announces: “Please say a cat-egory like phone or a command like points ofinterest followed by a

SYSTEM FEATURESNISSAN Voice Recognition can activate the fol-lowing systems:● Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System● Navigation● Audio● Information● My A

● Dial NumberAllows for up to 24 digits to be dialed. Afterthe number is entered, say “Dial” to initiatedialing. Say “Correction” to correct the num-b

AUDIO SYSTEM VOICECOMMANDSTo access the audio system voice commands:1. Press the button.2. Say “Audio”3. Speak a command from the following avail-able

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThe system should respond correctly to all voicecommands without difficulty. If problems are en-countered, follow the solutions g

5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving...5-2Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...5-2Three-way catalyst...

Anti-freeze...5-41Battery ...5-41Draining of coolant water ...

WARNING● Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the assistanceof others alone in your vehicle. Petsshould also not be left alone. T

THREE-WAY CATALYSTThe three-way catalyst is an emission controldevice installed in the exhaust system. Exhaustgases in the three-way catalyst are burn

subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal-function exists. When the malfunction indicator isilluminated, the system may not be able to detector

● Adjustable head restraints/headrests havemultiple notches along the stalk to lock themin a desired adjustment position.● The non-adjustable headrest

WARNING●If the low tire pressure warning light illu-minates while driving, avoid suddensteering maneuvers or abrupt braking,reduce vehicle speed, pull

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROADDRIVING PRECAUTIONSUtility vehicles have a significantly higherrollover rate than other types of vehicles.They have higher gro

● If you decide that it is not safe to return thevehicle to the road surface based on vehicle,road or traffic conditions, gradually slow thevehicle to

DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONSYour NISSAN is designed for both normal andoff-road use. However, avoid driving in deep wa-ter or mud as your NISSAN is main

● Lower your speed when encounteringstrong crosswinds. With a higher centerof gravity, your NISSAN is more affectedby strong side winds. Slower speeds

WARNING● Never remove the ignition key or placethe ignition switch in the LOCK positionwhile driving. The steering wheel willlock (for models with a s

There is an OFF position between theLOCK and ON positions. The OFF positionis indicated by a “1” on the ignition switch.When the ignition is in the OF

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZERSYSTEM (if so equipped)The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will notallow the engine to start without the use of theregiste

3. Crank the engine with your foot off theaccelerator pedal by placing the ignitionswitch in the START position. Release thekey when the engine starts

CAUTION● Except in an emergency, do not shift tothe N (Neutral) position while driving.Coasting with the transmission in the N(Neutral) position may c

Non-adjustable head restraint/headrest components1. Removable head restraint/headrest2. Single Notch3. Lock knob4. StalksRemoveUse the following proce

WARNINGApply the parking brake if the shift lever isin any position while the engine is notrunning. Failure to do so could cause thevehicle to move un

1 (Low gear):Use this position when climbing steep hills slowlyor slow driving through deep snow, sand or mud,or for maximum engine braking on steep d

WARNINGIf the shift lever cannot be moved from theP (Park) position while the engine is run-ning and the brake pedal is depressed, thestop lights may

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (if soequipped)WARNING● Do not downshift abruptly on slipperyroads. This may cause a loss of control.● Do not over-rev the engine

Suggested up-shift speedsThe following are suggested vehicle speeds forshifting into a higher gear. These suggestionsrelate to fuel economy and vehicl

WARNING● Be sure the parking brake is fully re-leased before driving. Failure to do socan cause brake failure and lead to anaccident.● Do not release

1. ACCEL•RES switch2. COAST•SET switch3. CANCEL switch4. ON•OFF switchPRECAUTIONS ON CRUISECONTROL● If the cruise control system malfunctions, itcance

● The vehicle may not maintain the set speedwhen going up or down steep hills. If thishappens, drive without the cruise control.To cancel the preset s

Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient DrivingTips to help you achieve the most fuel economyfrom your vehicle.1. Use Smooth Accelerator and BrakePeda

10. Keeping your Vehicle Cool● Park your vehicle in a covered parkingarea or in the shade whenever possible● When entering a hot vehicle, opening thew

For descriptions specified for four-wheel drivemodels, amark is placed at the begin-ning of the applicable sections/items.As with other vehicles with

Install1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks withthe holes in the seat. Make sure the headrestraint/headrest is facing the correct di-rection. T

CAUTION● Do not drive the vehicle in the 4H or 4LOposition on dry hard surface roads. Driv-ing on dry, hard surfaces in 4H or 4LOmay cause unnecessary

TRANSFER CASE SHIFTINGPROCEDURESThe part time 4WD system provides 3 positions(2WD, 4H and 4LO), so you can select the desireddrive mode according to t

*1: Before moving the shift lever from neutral, wait until the 4LO indicator light stays on steady. This indicates that the 4WD shift procedure is com

The transfer case 4WD shift switch is used toselect either 2WD or 4WD depending on thedriving conditions. There are three types of drivemodes availabl

When the vehicle is stuck,● Set the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4LO.● Use the Electronic Locking Rear Differential(E-Lock) system (if so equipped). Turn

4WD shift indicator lightThe 4WD shift indicator light is located in theodometer display.The light should turn off within 1 second afterturning the ig

● When the warning light comes on, the2WD mode may be engaged even if the4WD shift switch is in 4H. Be especiallycareful when driving. If correspondin

WARNING● Never leave the E-Lock system ON whendriving on paved or hard-surfacedroads. Turning the vehicle may result inthe rear wheels slipping and re

WARNING● Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as dry grass,waste paper or rags. They may igniteand cause a fire.● Safe parking

The power assisted steering uses a hydraulicpump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, youwill still

RaiseTo raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up.Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi-tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notchbef

This procedure is described in the vehicle servicemanual and can be performed by a NISSANdealer.ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM(ABS)WARNING● The Anti-lock Br

When the ABS senses that 1 or more wheels areclose to locking up, the actuator rapidly appliesand releases hydraulic pressure. This action issimilar t

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system usesvarious sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve-hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions,the VDC Sy

● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension.If suspension parts such as shock ab-sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars,bushings and wheels are not NI

● When additional braking is required onsteep downhill roads, activate the hill de-scent control system by pushing the switchON. See “Hill descent con

WARNING● Always turn and look back before back-ing up. The RSS is not a substitute forproper backing procedures.● Read and understand the limitations

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCKTo prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-icer through the key hole. If the lock becomesfrozen, heat the key before ins

● Allow more stopping distance underthese conditions. Braking should bestarted sooner than on dry pavement.● Allow greater following distances onslipp

6 In case of emergencyFirst aid kit (if so equipped) ...6-2Hazard warning flasher switch ...6-3Flat tire ...

The first aid kit is located in the under-seat stor-age bins.To access the first aid kit:For King cab model, lift up the rear jump seat andremove net

Adjust the Active Head Restraints properly asdescribed in this section.FLEXIBLE SEATINGWARNING● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargoarea or on the

Push the switch on to warn other drivers whenyou must stop or park under emergency condi-tions. All turn signal lights flash.WARNING● If stopping for

● If the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates while driving, avoid suddensteering maneuvers or abrupt braking,reduce vehicle speed, pull off the

Blocking wheelsPlace suitable blocks䊊1at both the front andback of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire䊊2to prevent the vehicle from moving whe

For Crew Cab models:The tools and tool case are located behind therear bench seat.1. Fold the rear bench seat down. Refer to“Folding the rear bench se

All models:3. Seat the T-shaped end of the jack rod intothe T-shaped opening of the spare tirewinch. Apply pressure to keep the jack rodengaged in the

Jacking up vehicle and removing thedamaged tireWARNING● Never get under the vehicle while it issupported only by the jack. If it is nec-essary to work

2. Place the jack directly under the jack-uppoint as illustrated so the top of the jackcontacts the vehicle at the jack-up point. Thejack-up points ar

Installing the spare tireThe spare tire is designed for emergencyuse. See specific instructions under theheading “Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte-nan

To start your engine with a booster battery, theinstructions and precautions below must be fol-lowed.WARNING● If done incorrectly, jump starting canle

WARNINGAlways follow the instructions below. Fail-ure to do so could result in damage to thecharging system and cause personalinjury.1. If the booster

䊊2Once the seatback is released, it will enableyou to fold the front passenger seatback flatover the seat cushion.3. To return the front passenger’s s

CAUTION● Do not push start this vehicle. Thethree-way catalyst may be damaged.● Automatic transmission models cannotbe push-started or tow-started. At

6. After the engine cools down, check the cool-ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tankwith the engine running. Add coolant to theengine coolant

TOWING RECOMMENDED BYNISSANTwo-wheel drive modelsNISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towedwith the driving (rear) wheels off the ground orplace the

Four-wheel drive modelsNISSAN recommends that towing dollies beused when towing your vehicle or place the ve-hicle on a flatbed truck as illustrated.C

● Attach recovery devices only to mainstructural members of the vehicle or therecovery hooks.● Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to towor free a stuck

MEMO6-18 In case of emergency

7 Appearance and careCleaning exterior ...7-2Washing ...7-2Waxing...

In order to maintain the appearance of your ve-hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.To protect the paint surfaces, please wash yourvehicle

REMOVING SPOTSRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects,and tree sap as quickly as possible from thesurface of the paint to avoid lasting dam

Occasionally remove loose dust from the interiortrim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuumcleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl andleather

䊊2Fold the bottom of the seat cushion towardthe back of the vehicle until it locks in place.䊊3Repeat this process to raise and secure theseat cushion

Floor mat positioning aidThis vehicle includes two driver’s side front floormat brackets and one passenger’s side front floormat bracket to help keep

TemperatureHigh temperatures accelerate the rate of corro-sion to those parts which are not well ventilated.Air pollutionIndustrial pollution, the pre

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourselfMaintenance requirements...8-2General maintenance ...8-2Explanation

Your NISSAN has been designed to have mini-mum maintenance requirements with long ser-vice intervals to save you both time and money.However, some day

When driving in areas using road salt or othercorrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis.Make s

Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat beltsystem (for example, buckles, anchors, adjustersand retractors) operate properly and smoothly,and are

When performing any inspection or maintenancework on your vehicle, always take care to preventserious accidental injury to yourself or damage tothe ve

QR25DE engine1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir2. Fuse/Fusible link box3. Fuse and relay box4. Air cleaner5. Engine oil filler cap6. Engine oil dips

VQ40DE engine1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir2. Fuse/fusible link box3. Fuse and relay box4. Engine oil filler cap5. Engine oil dipstick6. Brake f

The engine cooling system is filled at the factorywith a pre-diluted mixture of 50% GenuineNISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and50% water to

Folding the rear bench seat downThe rear bench seatback can be tilted forward toaccess the child restraint anchor point locationsor the jacking equipm

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANTLEVELCheck the coolant level in the reservoir whenthe engine is cold. If the coolant level is belowthe MIN level, add coolant t

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reachesoperati

CAUTIONOil level should be checked regularly. Op-erating the engine with an insufficientamount of oil can damage the engine, andsuch damage is not cov

WARNING● Prolonged and repeated contact withused engine oil may cause skin cancer.● Try to avoid direct skin contact withused oil. If skin contact is

CAUTIONBe careful not to burn yourself. The engineoil may be hot.6. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface witha clean rag.CAUTIONBe sure to remov

The fluid level should be checked using the HOTMAX range on the power steering fluid reservoirat fluid temperatures of 122° - 176°F (50° -80°C) or usi

CLUTCH FLUID (if so equipped)Check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir(manual transmissions only). If the fluid level isbelow the MIN line, add Ge

● Keep the battery surface clean and dry.Clean the battery with a solution of bakingsoda and water.● Make certain the terminal connections areclean an

1. Remove the vent caps with a screwdriver asshown. Use a cloth to protect the batterycase.2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it isnecessary to

CAUTION● Do not ground accessories directly tothe battery terminal. Doing so will by-pass the variable voltage control sys-tem and the vehicle battery

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-justed and you are sitting upright and well back inyour seat with both feet

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusualwear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If the belt isin poor condition or is loose, have it replacedor adj

If replacement is required, see your NISSANdealer for assistance.Iridium-tipped spark plugs (VQ40DEmodels)It is not necessary to replace iridium-tippe

WARNING● Operating the engine with the aircleaner removed can cause you or oth-ers to be burned. The air cleaner notonly cleans the air, it stops the

6. Replace the filter cover. The cover will clickinto place under the tab.7. Install the glove box door.CLEANINGIf your windshield is not clear after

6. Return the wiper to its original position andrelease it until it has made contact with thewindshield.CAUTION● After wiper blade replacement, return

Proper brake inspection intervals shouldbe followed. For more information regardingbrake inspections, see the appropriate mainte-nance schedule inform

ENGINE COMPARTMENTCAUTIONNever use a fuse of a higher or loweramperage rating than specified on thefuse box cover. This could damage theelectrical sys

Fusible linksIf the electrical equipment does not operate andfuses are in good condition, check the fusiblelinks. If any of these fusible links are me

Extended storage switchIf any electrical equipment does not operate,remove the extended storage switch and checkfor an open fuse.NOTE:The extended sto

CAUTIONBe careful not to allow children to swallowthe battery or removed parts.KEYFOB (if so equipped)Replace the battery in the keyfob as follows:䊊1O

WARNING● Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should use a seat belt at alltimes. Children should be properly re-strained in the rear seat

● Do not touch the internal circuit and electricterminals as it could cause a malfunction.● When changing the battery, do not let dustor oil get on th

Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of theexterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. Atemperature difference between the inside andthe outside

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTSItem Wattage (W) Bulb No.*1Headlight 60/55 9007 (HB5)Turn signal light/Parking light 28/8 HT7444NASide marker 5 168Rear co

Replacement proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C or D. Whenreplacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover.: Indicates bulb removal

If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the“In case of emergency” section of thismanual.TIRE PRESSURETire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)This veh

Tire inflation pressureCheck the tire pressures (including thespare) often and always prior to long dis-tance trips. The recommended tire pres-sure sp

Tire and loading information label䊊1Seating capacity: The maximum num-ber of occupants that can be seatedin the vehicle.䊊2Vehicle load limit: See load

Checking tire pressure1. Remove the valve stem cap from thetire.2. Press the pressure gauge squarelyonto the valve stem. Do not press toohard or force

TIRE LABELINGFederal law requires tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on thesidewall of all tires. This information iden-tifies and de

䊊2TIN (Tire Identification Number) for anew tire (example: DOT XX XX XXXXXXX)1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart-ment Of Transportation”. The symbolc

WARNING● Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across your chest.Never put the belt behind your back,under your arm or across your neck

䊊7The word “radial”The word “radial” is shown if the tire hasradial structure.䊊8Manufacturer or brand nameManufacturer or brand name is shown.Other Ti

studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities ofstudded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may bepoorer than that of non-studded snow tires.TIRE CHAINS

Wheel nut tightening torque:98 ft-lb (133 N·m)The wheel nuts must be kept tight-ened to specifications at all times. Itis recommended that wheel nuts

Replacing wheels and tiresWhen replacing a tire, use the same size, treaddesign, speed rating and load carrying capacityas originally equipped. Recomm

Wheel balanceUnbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handlingand tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can getout of balance. Therefore, they should b

MEMO8-44 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...9-2Fuel recommendation ...9-4Engine oi

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the proceduredescribed in the

Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and LubricantsUS measure Imp measure LiterAir conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a) *5Air

FUEL RECOMMENDATIONUse unleaded regular gasoline with an octanerating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-ber (Research octane number 91).CAUTIO

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnant women useseat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug andalways position the lap belt as low as possibl

● If a methanol blend is used, it shouldcontain no more than 5% methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). Itshould also contain a suitable amountof appr

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERRECOMMENDATIONSSelecting the correct oilIt is essential to choose the correct grade, qualityand viscosity engine oil to ensur

Your engine was filled with a high-quality engineoil when it was built. You do not have to changethe oil before the first recommended changeinterval.

ENGINEModel QR25DE VQ40DEType Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHCCylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 6

WHEELS AND TIRESWheelsSteel 15 x 6.5JJSteel 16 x 7.0JJAlloy 16 x 7.0JJAlloy (off-road) 16 x7.0JJAlloy 18 x 7.5JJTiresP235/75R15P265/70R16P265/75R16P26

When planning to drive your NISSAN ve-hicle in another country, you should first findout if the fuel available is suitable for your vehi-cle’s engine.

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERThe number is stamped on the engine as shown.F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.CERTIFICATION LABELThe Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStan

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATIONLABELThe cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. The label is located asshown.AIR CONDITIONE

INSTALLING FRONT LICENSEPLATE WITHOUT GROMMETSUse the following steps to mount the front licenseplate without grommets:1. Make a shallow hole in each

● Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,Total load capacity - maximum totalweight limit specified of the load(passengers and cargo) for the ve-hicle. Th

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUTTHIS MANUALYou will see various symbols in this manual. Theyare used in the following ways:WARNINGThis is used to indicate

䊊2Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractorand insert the tongue into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage.● The retractor is desig

Steps for determining correct loadlimit1. Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX lbs or XXXkg” on your

5. Determine the combined weight ofluggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may notsafely exceed the available cargo andluggage load

1. Side channels2. Header channel3. Channel sections4. Floor channelsUTILI-TRACK™ CHANNEL SYSTEM(if so equipped)WARNING● Properly install and tighten

3. Insert the cleat into the channel perpendicu-lar to the channel as shown. Then rotate thecleat clockwise 90° and slide it to the de-sired location.

5. There should be no gap between the bottomof the cleat and the top of the channel.Tighten the center bolt hand tight (20-40 in-lbs ).WTI0124Technica

CAUTION● Install only one cleat per section ofchannel.● Applying loads at angles to the cleatsgreater then 45° or loads greater than150 lbs. (header a

WARNINGDo not install accessories over the gapbetween the front and rear side channels.Doing this could affect the rear structurein certain rear impac

Install the channels end stoppers as follows:1. Remove the channel protectors by slidingthem out the back of the truck bed. Properlystore the channel

LOCATION FOR CENTER OFGRAVITYThe illustration indicates the recommendedcargo center of gravity location.King Cab:L1 = 41.5 in (1,054 mm)WARNINGImprope

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSSecure loose items to prevent weightshifts that could affect the balance of yourvehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, driveto a s

WARNINGWhen fastening the seat belts, be certainthat the seatbacks are completely securedin the latched position. If they are notcompletely secured, p

The GCWR equals the combined weight of thetowing vehicle (including passengers and cargo)plus the total trailer load. Towing loads greaterthan these o

Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight(GVW)/maximum Gross Axle Weight(GAW)The GVW of the towing vehicle must not exceedthe Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)sho

● Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)from “Towing Load/Specification⬙ chart -11,133 lb. (5050 kg).● Maximum Trailer towing capacity from “Tow-ing Load

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATIONKing Cab 2WD (4 cyl) King Cab 2WD (6 cyl) King Cab 4WD (6 cyl) Crew Cab 2WD Crew Cab 4WDMaximum Towing Capacity*1, *2,*33,500

TOWING SAFETYTrailer hitchYour vehicle may be equipped with an optionaltrailer tow package. The trailer tow package in-cludes a receiver-type frame mo

Bumper towingThe genuine NISSAN step bumper has provi-sions to install a trailer hitch ball and is designedto tow trailers of a maximum weight of 3,50

Sway control deviceSudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffetingcaused by other vehicles can affect trailer han-dling. Sway control devices may be used

Trailer lightsCAUTIONWhen splicing into the vehicle electricalsystem, a commercially available power-type module/converter must be used toprovide powe

Pre-towing tips● Be certain your vehicle maintains a levelposition when a loaded and/or unloadedtrailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if ithas

To drive away:1. Start the vehicle.2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.3. Shift the transmission into gear.4. Release the parking brake.5. Drive slowly

䊊3Position the lap belt portion low and snugon the hips as shown.䊊4Pull the shoulder belt portion toward theretractor to take up extra slack. Be sure

● Some states or provinces have specificregulations and speed limits for vehicles thatare towing trailers. Obey the local speedlimits.● Check your hit

DOT (Department of Transportation) QualityGrades: All passenger car tires must conform tofederal safety requirements in addition to thesegrades.Qualit

Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the followingemission warranties:For USA1. Emission Defects Warranty2. Emissions Performance WarrantyDetails of this

Additional information concerning motorvehicle safety may be obtained from Trans-port Canada’s Road Safety InformationCentre at 1-800-333-0371 or onli

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re-corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is torecord, in certain crash or near crash-like situa-tions,

MEMO9-40 Technical and consumer information

10 Index4WDwarninglight...2-17AActive brake limited slip (ABLS) system . . .5-36Active Head Restraint ...1-6Air bag (See supple

Precautions on childrestraints...1-25,1-37,1-50,1-60Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-30Child restraint with top tether strap ...

Front air bag system(See supplemental restraint system) ...1-72Frontseats...1-2FuelCapacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants ...

License plateInstalling the license plate...9-12LightAirbagwarninglight...1-80,2-19Brakelight(Seestoplight)...8-31Bulb check/instru

To increase your confidence in the seat belts,check the operation as follows:● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forwardquickly. The retractor should l

On-pavement and off-road drivingprecautions ...5-6Precautions on childrestraints...1-25,1-37,1-50,1-60Precautionsonseatbeltusage.

Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-80, 2-19Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-72Supplemental restraint systemInformation and warni

WWarning4WDwarninglight...2-17Airbagwarninglight...1-80,2-19Anti-lock brake warning light ...2-15Battery charge warning light ..

FUEL INFORMATION:Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octanerating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-ber (Research octane number 91).CAUTION●

®2014 FRONTIEROWNER’S MANUALFor your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.2014 NISSAN FRONTIER D40-DD40-DPrinting : September 2013 (18)P

WARNING● Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, madeby the same company which made theoriginal equipment seat belts, shouldbe used with NISSAN seat belts.●

There are three basic types of child restraintsystems:● Rear-facing child restraint● Forward-facing child restraint● Booster seatThe proper restraint

Once a child outgrows the height or weight limitof the harness-equipped forward-facing child re-straint, NISSAN recommends that the child beplaced in

– For forward-facing child seats andboosters, DO NOT install if the childrestraint base extends past the for-ward edge of the seat cushion.– The child

Several manufacturers offer child restraints forinfants and children of various sizes. When se-lecting any child restraint, keep the followingpoints i

The LATCH lower anchor points are provided toinstall child restraints in the rear outboard seatingpositions only. Do not attempt to install a childres

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Installing child restraint LATCH loweranchor attachmentsLATCH compatible child restraints include tworigid or webbing-mounted attachments that canbe c

Top tether anchorWARNING● Do not allow cargo to contact the toptether strap when it is attached to thetop tether anchor. Properly secure thecargo so i

● On the floor between the jump seat beltbuckles in the center of the vehicle (King cabonly) as shown.The anchor point䊊3is located on the floor be-twe

3. For child restraints that are equipped withwebbing-mounted attachments, remove anyadditional slack from the anchor attach-ments. Press downward and

5. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thechild restraint is loose, repeat steps 2through 4.REAR-FACING CH

WARNING● To install a rear-facing child restraint onthe passenger’s side jump seat, it willbe necessary to move the front passen-ger’s seat fully forw

䊊2Move the front passenger’s seat into theFULL FORWARD position. Then move thefront seatback to the upright or tilted forwardposition. Position the ch

5. For child restraints that are equipped withwebbing-mounted attachments, remove anyadditional slack from the anchor attach-ments. Press downward and

7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thechild restraint is loose, repeat steps 1through 6.REAR-FACING CH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “ChildSafety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in-stalling a child restraint.Follow these steps to inst

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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.5. Remove any additional slack from the seatbelt; press

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If theseat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3through 6.After the

WARNING● To install a rear-facing child restraint onthe passenger’s side jump seat, it willbe necessary to move the front passen-ger’s seat fully forw

䊊2Move the front passenger’s seat into theFULL FORWARD position. Then move thefront seatback to the upright or tilted forwardposition. Position the ch

䊊4Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fullyextended. At this time, the seat belt retractoris in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)mode (child

7. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you place the child in it. Push it from sideto side while holding the seat near the seatbelt p

3. The back of the child restraint should besecured against the vehicle seatback.If necessary, adjust or remove the headrestraint/headrest to obtain t

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you place the child in it. Push it from sideto side while holding the child restraint nearthe

– For forward-facing child seats andboosters, DO NOT install if the childrestraint base extends past the for-ward edge of the driver’s side seatcushio

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-ways follow the child restraint manufactur-er’s instructions.3. Secure the child restraint anchor atta

If the seating position does not have anadjustable head restraint/headrest and it isinterfering with the proper child restraint fit,try another seatin

8. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thechild restraint is loose, repeat steps 1through 7.FORWARD-FACING

3. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle until youhear and feel the latch engage. Be sure tofollow the c

6. Remove any additional slack from the seatbelt; press downward and rearward firmly inthe center of the child restraint with yourknee to compress the

10. If the child restraint is installed in the frontpassenger seat, place the ignition switch inthe ON position. The front passenger air bagstatus lig

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “ChildSafety” and “Child Restraint” sections before in-stalling a child restraint.Follow these steps to inst

2. To access the jump seat extension (passen-ger’s side only)䊊1on the jump seat, pull up䊊2on the extension to unfold it to the openposition. Then unfo

4. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and insert it into the buckle until youhear and feel the latch engage. Be sure tofollow the c

7. Remove any additional slack from the seatbelt; press downward and rearward firmly inthe center of the child restraint with yourknee to compress the

INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP(Front passenger seat – King cabmodels only)WARNINGChild restraint anchorages are designedto withstand only those loads imp

Table ofContentsIllustrated table of contentsSafety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint systemInstruments and controlsPre-driving checks and

INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP(Jump seat – King cab models only)WARNING● Do not secure the top tether strap to therouting bracket. If the child restraint

Before securing the child restraint with theLATCH lower anchors (rear outboard seating po-sitions only [crew cab models only] ) or the seatbelt, as ap

Booster seats of various sizes are offered byseveral manufacturers. When selecting anybooster seat, keep the following points in mind:● Choose only a

● Make sure the child’s head will be properlysupported by the booster seat or vehicleseat. The seatback must be at or above thecenter of the child’s e

3. The booster seat should be positioned onthe vehicle seat so that it is stable.If necessary, adjust or remove the headrestraint/headrest to obtain t

Booster seat installation — jump seats(King cab models only)WARNING● If a child restraint system is not in-stalled properly, the child could be seri-o

2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Onlyplace it in a front-facing direction. Alwaysfollow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-structions.3. The

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag system: Thissystem can help cushion the impact force to thehead of occupants in fron

● The driver and front passenger seat beltbuckles are equipped with sensors thatdetect if the seat belts are fastened. TheAdvanced Air Bag System moni

WARNING● Never let children ride unrestrained orextend their hands or face out of thewindow. Do not attempt to hold them inyour lap or arms. Some exam

WARNING● Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facingchild restraint in the front seat. An in-flating front air bag could

WARNINGFront seat-mounted side-impact supple-mental air bags and roof-mounted curtainside-impact and rollover supplemental airbags:● The side air bags

WARNING● The seat belts, the side air bags andcurtain air bags are most effective whenyou are sitting well back and upright inthe seat. The side air b

1. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bags2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag inflators3.

The driver supplemental front-impact air bag islocated in the center of the steering wheel. Thepassenger supplemental front-impact air bag ismounted i

Front passenger air bag and status lightWARNINGThe front passenger air bag is designed toautomatically turn OFF under some condi-tions. Read this sect

classification sensor and the belt tension de-tected on the seat belt, the Advanced Air BagSystem determines whether the front passengerair bag should

If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger airbag system, the supplemental air bag warninglight, located in the meter and gauges areaof the instru

Front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag systemsThe side air bags are

WARNING● Do not place any objects near the seat-back of the front seats. Also, do notplace any objects (an umbrella, bag,etc.) between the front door