Nissan Frontier (2019 year). Instruction

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL

Check the coolant level in the reservoir
when the engine is cold. If the coolant
level is below the MIN level

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, add coolant

to the MAX level

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. If the reservoir is empty,

check the coolant level in the radiator
when the engine is cold. If there is insuffi-
cient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator
with coolant up to the filler opening and
also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX
level

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This vehicle contains Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue). The life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant is
105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing
any other type of coolant or the use of
non-distilled water will reduce the life ex-
pectancy of the factory-fill coolant. For ad-
ditional information, refer to the "Mainte-
nance and schedules" section of this
manual.

If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, it is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service.

For additional information on the location
of the engine coolant reservoir, refer to “En-
gine compartment check locations” in this
section.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

A NISSAN dealer can change the engine
coolant. The service procedure can be
found in the NISSAN Service Manual.

Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine over-
heating.

WARNING

∙ To avoid the danger of being scalded,

never change the coolant when the
engine is hot.

∙ Never remove the radiator or engine

coolant reservoir cap when the en-
gine is hot. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escap-
ing from the radiator.

∙ Avoid direct skin contact with used

coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.

∙ Keep coolant out of the reach of chil-

dren and pets.

Engine coolant must be disposed of prop-
erly. Check your local regulations.

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CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it

reaches operating temperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than

10 minutes for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.

Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check

the oil level. It should be between the H
(High) and L (Low) marks

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. This is the

normal operating oil level range. If the
oil level is below the L (Low) mark

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remove the oil filler cap and pour rec-
ommended oil through the opening.
Do not overfill

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6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the sever-
ity of operating conditions.

VQ40DE

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ENGINE OIL

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CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the en-
gine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it

reaches operating temperature, then
turn it off.

3. Remove the oil filler cap

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by turning it

counterclockwise.

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4. Place a large drain pan under the drain

plug

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5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench

by turning it counterclockwise and
completely drain the oil.

If the oil filter is to be changed, remove
and replace it at this time. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Changing
engine oil filter” in this section.

∙ Waste oil must be disposed of prop-

erly.

∙ Check your local regulations.

WARNING

∙ Prolonged and repeated contact with

used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.

∙ Try to avoid direct skin contact with

used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.

∙ Keep used engine oil out of reach of

children.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-
gine oil may be hot.

6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a

new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.

Drain plug tightening torque:

25 ft-lb (34 N·m)

7. Refill engine with recommended oil

through the oil filler opening, then install
the oil filler cap securely.

For additional information on drain
and refill capacity, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capaci-
ties” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.

The drain and refill capacity depends
on the oil temperature and drain time.
Use these specifications for reference
only. Always use the dipstick to deter-
mine when the proper amount of oil is
in the engine.

8. Start the engine. Check for leakage

around the drain plug and oil filter. Cor-
rect as required.

9. Turn the engine off and wait more than

10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply the parking brake.

2. Turn the engine off.

3. Place a large drain pan under the oil

filter.

4. Unscrew

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the plate covering the oil

filter exposing the filter. (For VQ40DE
engine)

5. Loosen the oil filter

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with an oil filter

wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Then remove the oil filter by turning it
by hand.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-
gine oil may be hot.

6. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface

with a clean rag.

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old gasket mate-
rial remaining on the sealing surface of
the engine. Failure to do so could lead to
engine damage.

7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with

clean engine oil.

8. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resis-

tance is felt, then tighten an additional
2/3 turn.

9. Start the engine and check for leakage

around the oil filter. Correct as required.

10. Install the plate covering the oil filter.

(For VQ40DE engine)

11. Turn the engine off and wait more than

10 minutes. Check the oil level. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.

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When checking or replacement is required,
it is recommend that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

CAUTION

∙ Use Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF. If

Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not
available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF
may also be used.

∙ Using automatic transmission fluid

other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF or Matic J ATF (or their equiva-
lents)

will

cause

deterioration

driveability and automatic transmis-
sion durability, and may damage the
automatic transmission, which is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

The specified automatic transmission fluid
is also described on caution labels located
in the engine compartment.

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 temperatures of 32° - 86°F (0° - 30°C).

If the fluid is at or below the MIN line, add
Genuine NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent to HOT
MAX or COLD MAX depending on system
fluid temperature. Remove the cap and fill
through the opening.

CAUTION

∙ DO NOT OVERFILL.

∙ Recommended

fluid

Genuine

NISSAN PSF-II or equivalent

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5-SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (if so equipped)
FLUID (ATF)

POWER STEERING FLUID (PSF)

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For additional information on brake fluid
specification,

refer

“Recommended

fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.

WARNING

∙ Use only new fluid from a sealed con-

tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake and
clutch (if so equipped) systems. The
use of improper fluids can damage
the brake and clutch system and af-
fect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

∙ Clean the filler cap before removing.

∙ Brake and clutch fluid is poisonous

and should be stored carefully in
marked containers out of reach of
children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, immediately wash the surface
with water.

BRAKE FLUID

Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If
the fluid level is below the MIN line

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or the

brake warning light comes on, add Genu-
ine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line

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If fluid must be added frequently, the sys-
tem should be checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

CLUTCH (if so equipped) FLUID

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. The
brake fluid reservoir is shared with the
clutch hydraulic system for manual trans-
missions. If the level is below the MIN line

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or the brake warning light comes on, add
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the
MAX line

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. If fluid must be added fre-

quently, the system should be checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.

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BRAKE AND CLUTCH (if so equipped)
FLUID

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WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR

Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the low windshield-washer fluid
warning light (if so equipped) comes on.

To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,
lift the cap off the reservoir and pour the
windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir
opening.

Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield-washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.

Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of windshield-washer fluid.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield-Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.

CAUTION

∙ Do not substitute engine antifreeze

coolant for windshield-washer solu-
tion. This may result in damage to the
paint.

∙ Do not fill the windshield-washer res-

ervoir with washer fluid concentrates
at full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the windshield-washer
reservoir.

∙ Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates

with water to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommended levels before pouring the
fluid into the windshield-washer res-
ervoir. Do not use the windshield-
washer reservoir to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water.

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WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID

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Caution symbols for battery

WARNING

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No smoking, No exposed flames, No

Sparks

Do not expose the battery to electrical sparks, flames or smoking. Hydrogen gas generated by the

battery is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

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Shield eyes

Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect against explosion or

battery acid.

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Keep away from children

Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

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Battery acid

Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can

cause blindness or severe burns. After handling the battery or battery cap, do not touch or rub

your eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing, immedi-

ately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Battery fluid is acid. If the

battery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin, it could cause loss of your eyesight or burns.

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Note operating instructions

Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and safe handling.

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Explosive gas

Hydrogen gas generated by battery fluid is explosive. Explosive gases can cause blindness or

injury.

∙ Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and water.

∙ Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened.

∙ If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal cable to prevent discharge.

BATTERY

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NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:

1. Installation or extended use of elec-

tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, 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.

WARNING

∙ Do not expose the battery to flames,

an electrical spark or a cigarette. Hy-
drogen gas generated by the battery
is explosive. Explosive gases can
cause blindness or injury. Do not allow
battery fluid to contact your skin,
eyes, fabrics or painted surfaces. Sul-
furic acid can cause blindness or in-
jury. After touching a battery or bat-
tery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If
the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with wa-
ter for at least 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.

∙ When working on or near a battery,

always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.

∙ Battery posts, terminals and related

accessories contain lead and lead
compounds.

Wash

hands

after

handling.

∙ Keep battery out of the reach of

children.

∙ Do not tip the battery.

NOTE:

Do not try to open the top of the battery.

This battery is not equipped with remov-
able vent caps.

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, refer to “Jump
starting” in the “In case of emergency” sec-
tion of this manual. If the engine does not
start by jump starting, the battery may
have to be replaced. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.

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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 mea-
sures the amount of electrical discharge
from the battery and controls voltage gen-
erated by the generator.

The current sensor

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is located near the

battery along the negative battery cable. If
you add electrical accessories to your ve-
hicle, be sure to ground them to a suitable
body ground such as the frame or engine
block area.

Power steering fluid pump pulley

Automatic belt tensioner pulley

Cooling fan pulley

Air conditioner compressor pulley

Crankshaft pulley

Generator pulley

WARNING

Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or
LOCK position before servicing drive
belt.

The

engine

could

rotate

unexpectedly.

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VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM

DRIVE BELT

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Do-it-yourself

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of un-

usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or is loose,
have it replaced or adjusted. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.

2. Have the belt checked regularly for

condition and tension in accordance
with the maintenance schedule found
in the "Maintenance and schedules"
section of this manual.

Power steering fluid pump pulley

Water pump pulley

Air conditioner compressor pulley

Crankshaft pulley

Generator pulley

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

Platinum-tipped spark plugs
(QR25DE models)

It is not necessary to replace platinum-
tipped

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spark plugs as frequently as con-

ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the "Maintenance and sched-
ules" section of this manual. Do not service
platinum-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.

∙ Always replace spark plugs with rec-

ommended or equivalent ones.

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SPARK PLUGS

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If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

Iridium-tipped spark plugs
(VQ40DE models)

It is not necessary to replace iridium-
tipped

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spark plugs as frequently as con-

ventional type spark plugs because they
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
log shown in the "Maintenance and sched-
ules" section of this manual. Do not service
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.

∙ Always replace spark plugs with rec-

ommended or equivalent ones.

If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned
and reused. Replace it according to the
maintenance log shown in the "Mainte-
nance and schedules" section of this
manual. When replacing the filter, wipe the
inside of the air cleaner filter housing and
the cover with a damp cloth.

To remove the VQ40DE air cleaner filter:

䊊

Unlatch the clips and remove the air
cleaner cover. Remove the air cleaner
filter.

To remove the QR25DE air cleaner filter:

1. Unlatch the clips

䊊

2. Push down half of air cleaner to clear

the bottom retainers.

3. Lift up on half of air cleaner to remove

the air cleaner filter

VQ40DE

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QR25DE

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AIR CLEANER

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WARNING

∙ Operating the engine with the air

cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops the
flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t
there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with the
air cleaner removed, and be careful
when working on the engine with the
air cleaner removed.

∙ Never pour fuel into the throttle body

or attempt to start the engine with
the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in serious injury.

IN-CABIN MICROFILTER

The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry
of airborne dust and pollen particles and
reduces

some

objectionable

outside

odors. The filter is located behind the glove
box. For additional information on change
intervals, refer to the "Maintenance and
schedules" section of this manual.

To replace the filter, perform the following
procedure:

1. Open the glove box and press in on the

sides so that it will open completely al-
lowing it to hang by the cord.

2. Gently lift up on the tab

䊊

3. Pull the filter cover toward you and then

down

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4. Remove the old filter

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NOTE:

The filter is marked with air flow arrows.
The end of the filter with the arrow
should face the rear of the vehicle. The
arrows should face downward.

5. Insert the new filter into the housing

and slide it over to the right.

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6. Replace the filter cover. The cover will

click into place under the tab.

7. Install the glove box door.

CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using
the windshield-washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other mate-
rial may be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form
when rinsing with clear water.

Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild de-
tergent. Then rinse the blades with clear
water. If your windshield is still not clear
after cleaning the blades and using the
wiper, replace the blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.

REPLACING

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the wind-

shield.

2. Push and hold the release tab

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, and

then move the wiper blade down

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the wiper arm to remove.

3. Remove the wiper blade.

4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the

wiper arm until it clicks into place.

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CAUTION

∙ After wiper blade replacement, return

the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when
the hood is opened.

∙ Make sure the wiper blades contact

the glass; otherwise the arms may be
damaged from wind pressure.

∙ Worn windshield wiper blades can

damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.

If you wax the surface of the hood, be care-
ful not to let wax get into the windshield-
washer nozzle . This may cause clogging or
improper windshield-washer operation. If
wax gets into the nozzle, remove it with a
needle or small pin

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If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.

Self-adjusting brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.

The front and rear disc-type brakes self-
adjust every time the brake pedal is ap-
plied.

WARNING

Have your brake system checked if the
brake pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Brake pad wear indicators

The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires

replacement,

high

pitched

scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard.

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BRAKES

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