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Nissan Frontier (2019 year). Instruction - part 29

CAUTION

Use of other fuels such as Fuel Metha-
nol may cause powertrain damage or a
loss of vehicle performance.

Under

circumstances

should

leaded gasoline be used, because this
will cause damage to the three-way
catalyst.

General information

This information is for Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(FFV) only. FFV vehicles can be identified by
the fuel filler door label that states Ethanol
(E-85) or Unleaded Gasoline Only. This sec-
tion only covers those subjects that are
unique to Flexible Fuel Vehicles.

CAUTION

Only vehicles with the E-85 filler door
label can operate on E-85. Fuel system
or other damage can occur if E-85 is
used in vehicles that are not designed
to run on E-85.

Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.

WARNING

∙ Ethanol vapors are extremely flam-

mable and could cause serious per-
sonal injury.

∙ Never have any smoking materials lit

in or near the vehicle when removing
the fuel filler cap or filling the tank.

∙ Do not use E-85 as a cleaning agent

and never use it near an open flame.

Fuel requirements

Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded
regular gasoline with an octane rating of at
least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Re-
search octane number 91), or E-85 fuel, or
any mixture of these two.

For the best starting and vehicle driveabil-
ity results, do not continually switch be-
tween E-85 and unleaded regular gasoline.
If you must switch fuels, NISSAN recom-
mends the following:

∙ do not switch when the fuel gauge indi-

cates less than 1/4 full

∙ add more than 5 gallons of fuel

∙ operate the vehicle immediately after

refueling for a period of at least 5 min-
utes

NOTE:

When the ambient temperature is above
90°F (32°C), you may experience hard
starting and rough idle following start
up even if the above recommendations
are followed.

Starting

The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it un-
suitable for use when ambient tempera-
tures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the range of
0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience
an increase in the time it takes for you en-
gine to start, and a deterioration in drivabil-
ity (sags and/or hesitations) until the en-
gine is fully warmed up.

Fuel consumption

Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per
gallon than gasoline, you will experience an
increase in fuel consumption. You can ex-
pect your fuel mileage to decrease by
about 30% compared to gasoline opera-
tion.

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Replacement parts

Many components in your Flexible Fuel Ve-
hicle (FFV) are designed to be compatible
with ethanol. Always be sure that your ve-
hicle is serviced with correct ethanol com-
patible parts.

CAUTION

Replacing fuel system components
with non-ethanol compatible compo-
nents can damage your vehicle and
may also affect the warranty coverage.

Maintenance

If you operate your vehicle using E-85 fuel,
follow the correct maintenance log shown
in the “Maintenance and schedules” sec-
tion of this manual.

CAUTION

Do not use ethanol mixture greater
than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause
difficulty in cold starting and may affect
driveability.

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS

Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in this section. NISSAN recommends the
use of an energy conserving oil in order to
improve fuel economy.

Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-

cation or International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.

Oil additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.

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Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.

Oil viscosity

The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or
its equivalent for the reason described in
“Change intervals.”

Change intervals

The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Using en-
gine oil and filters that are not of the speci-
fied quality, or exceeding recommended oil
and filter change intervals could reduce
engine life. Damage to the engine caused
by improper maintenance or use of incor-

rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

Your engine was filled with a high-quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filter
change intervals depend upon how you
use your vehicle.

Operation under the following conditions
may require more frequent oil and filter
changes:

∙ repeated short distance driving at cold

outside temperatures

∙ driving in dusty conditions

∙ extensive idling

∙ towing a trailer

∙ stop and go commuting

For additional information, refer to the
“Maintenance and schedules” section of
this manual.

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS

The air conditioner system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant

HFC-134a

(R-134a)

and

NISSAN A/C system oil Type R (KLH00-
PAGRO) or the exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or oil
will cause severe damage to the air con-
ditioning system and will require the re-
placement of all air conditioner system
components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth’s
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does
not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain
government regulations require the recov-
ery and recycling of any refrigerant during
automotive air conditioner system service. A
NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians
and equipment needed to recover and re-
cycle your air conditioner system refrigerant.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer when servicing your air conditioner
system.

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ENGINE

Model

QR25DE

VQ40DE

Type

Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC

Cylinder arrangement

4-cylinder in-line

6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60°

Bore x Stroke

in (mm) 3.504 x 3.937 (89.0 x 100.0)

3.760 x 3.622 (95.5 x 92)

Displacement

cu in (cm

) 151.82 (2,488)

241.27 (3,954)

Firing order

1–3–4–2

1–2–3–4–5–6

Idle speed

M/T

A/T in N (Neutral) position

Refer to the “Emission control information label” on the underside of the hood.

Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle
speed)

CO % at idle

Spark plug

Standard PLZKAR6A-11

DILFR5A-11 ( for non FFV models)
DILFR5A-11D (for FFV models)

Spark plug gap (Nominal)

in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)

0.043 (1.1)

Camshaft operation

Timing chain

This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.

SPECIFICATIONS

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WHEELS AND TIRES

Wheel Type

Offset in (mm)

Size

Steel

0.79 (20)

15 x 6.5JJ

Steel

1.18 (30)

16 x 7JJ

Aluminum

1.18 (30)

16 x 7J

Aluminum

1.18 (30)

18 x 7.5J

Tires

Size

235/75R15

P265/70R16

P265/75R16

P265/60R18

Spare tire

Size

Steel

Full size

Alloy 16”

Full size

Alloy 18”

P265/70R16

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Overall length

Short wheel base

(mm)

205.5 (5,220)

Long wheel base

(mm)

219.4 (5,574)

Overall width

(mm)

72.8 (1,850)

Overall height (includes
roof rails)

Crew Cab models

S, SV, DR and SL

(mm)

70.1 (1,780)

Pro-4X

(mm)

73.9 (1,878)

King Cab® models

S and SV I-4

(mm)

68.7 (1,745)

SV, DR and Pro-4X

(mm)

69.7 (1,770)

Track Width

Front and rear

(mm)

61.8 (1,570)

Wheelbase

Short wheel base

(mm)

125.9 (3,200)

Long wheel base

(mm)

139.9 (3,554)

Gross vehicle weight
rating

lbs.

(kg) Refer to the “F.M.V.S.S./

C.M.V.S.S. certification
label” on the center pil-
lar between the driver’s
side front and rear
doors.

Gross axle weight rat-
ing

Front

lbs.

(kg)

Rear

lbs.

(kg)

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When planning to drive your NISSAN ve-
hicle in another country, you should first
find out if the fuel available is suitable for
your vehicle's engine.

Using fuel with an octane rating that is too
low may cause engine damage. All gaso-
line vehicles must be operated with un-
leaded gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking
your vehicle to areas where appropriate
fuel is not available.

When transferring the registration of
your vehicle to another country, state,
province or district, it may be necessary
to modify the vehicle to meet local laws
and regulations.

The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards
vary according to the country, state, prov-
ince or district; therefore, vehicle specifica-
tions may differ.

When any vehicle is to be taken into an-
other country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, trans-
portation and registration are the re-
sponsibility of the user. NISSAN is not re-
sponsible for any inconvenience that
may result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE

The VIN plate is attached as shown. This
number is the identification for your vehicle
and is used in the vehicle registration.

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine as
shown.

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F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION
LABEL

The

Federal/Canadian

Motor

Vehicle

Safety Standard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certifi-
cation label is affixed as shown. This label
contains valuable vehicle information, such
as: (GVWR), (GAWR), month and year of
manufacture, (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

VQ40DE engine

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Type A (if so equipped)

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Type B (if so equipped)

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EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL

The emission control information label is
attached to the underside of the hood as
shown.

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABEL

The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label. The label is
located as shown.

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Type B (if so equipped)

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AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is af-
fixed as shown.

INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE
WITH GROMMETS

Use the following steps to mount the front
license plate with grommets:

1. Make holes on the plastic finisher at the

location mark (small dimple) using a
0.37 in (9.5 mm) drill. Apply light pressure
to the drill. Insert two plastic grommets
provided. Install the license plate holder
using the two bolts (and washers) pro-
vided.

2. Mount the license plate using two M6-

14 mm bolts.

License plate bolt tightening torque:

3.8 - 4.7 ft-lb. (5.10 - 6.37 N·m)

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WARNING

∙ It is extremely dangerous to

ride in a cargo area inside a ve-
hicle. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to
be seriously injured or killed.

∙ Do not allow people to ride in

any area of your vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and
seat belts.

∙ Be sure everyone in your vehicle

is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.

TERMS

It is important to familiarize yourself
with the following terms before
loading your vehicle:

∙ Curb Weight (actual weight of

your vehicle) - vehicle weight in-
cluding: standard and optional
equipment,

fluids,

emergency

tools, and spare tire assembly.
This weight does not include
passengers and cargo.

∙ GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb

weight plus the combined weight
of passengers and cargo.

∙ GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle,
passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other op-
tional equipment. This informa-
tion

located

the

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.

certification

label.

∙ GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -

maximum

weight

(load)

limit

specified for the front or rear axle.
This information is located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.

certification

label.

∙ GCWR (Gross Combined Weight

rating) - The maximum total
weight rating of the vehicle, pas-
sengers, cargo, and trailer.

∙ Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load

limit, Total load capacity - maxi-
mum total weight limit specified
of the load (passengers and
cargo) for the vehicle. This is the
maximum combined weight of
occupants and cargo that can be
loaded into the vehicle. If the ve-
hicle is used to tow a trailer, the
trailer tongue weight must be in-
cluded as part of the cargo load.
This information is located on the
Tire and Loading Information la-
bel.

∙ Cargo

capacity

permissible

weight of cargo, the subtracted
weight of occupants from the
load limit.

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VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY

Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm that you do not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
or the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) for your vehicle. Both the
GVWR and GAWR are located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label.
For additional information, refer to
“Measurement of weights” in this
section.

Do not exceed the load limit of your
vehicle shown as “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo” on
the Tire and Loading Information la-
bel. Do not exceed the number of
occupants shown as “Seating Ca-
pacity” on the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label.

To get “the combined weight of oc-
cupants and cargo”, add the weight
of all occupants, then add the total
luggage

weight.

Examples

are

shown in the following illustration.

Example

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Steps for determining correct
load limit

1. Locate the statement “The com-

bined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
lbs. or XXX kg” on your vehicle’s
placard.

2. Determine the combined weight

of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight

of the driver and passengers
from XXX lbs. or XXX kg.

4. The resulting figure equals the

available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For ex-
ample, if the XXX amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lbs. passengers in your ve-
hicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capac-
ity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5 X 150) =
650 lbs.) or (640-340 (5 X 70) =
300 kg.)

5. Determine the combined weight

of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed
the available cargo and luggage
load

capacity

calculated

step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a

trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to deter-
mine how this reduces the avail-
able cargo and luggage load ca-
pacity of your vehicle.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-
firm that you do not exceed the
GVWR or the GAWR for your vehicle.
For additional information, refer to
“Measurement of weights” in this
section.

Also check tires for proper inflation
pressures. For additional informa-
tion, refer to the “Tire and Loading
Information

label”

the

“Do-it-

yourself ” section of this manual.

SECURING THE LOAD

For your convenience, tie down hooks (if so
equipped) are placed at each corner of the
truck box. These may be used to help se-
cure cargo loaded into the truck box.

WARNING

∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or

straps to help prevent it from sliding
or shifting. Do not place cargo higher
than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.

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∙ Do not load your vehicle any heavier

than the GVWR or the maximum front
and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts of
your vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change the way
your vehicle handles. This could result
in loss of control and cause personal
injury.

UTILI-TRACK® CHANNEL SYSTEM (if
so equipped)

1. Side channels

2. Header channel

3. Floor channels

WARNING

∙ Properly install and tighten the tie-

down cleats into the Utili-track® chan-
nel system. Also, do not attach any
rope or straps directly to the channel.
Failure to properly install the tie-
down cleats or attaching ropes or
straps directly to the channel can
cause the cargo to become unse-
cured. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.

∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or

straps to help prevent it from sliding
or shifting. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.

The Utili-track® channel system allows you
to move tie-down clamps in the bed to the
best location to secure a load.

The tie-down cleats must be installed so
the clamp is properly seated in the notches
in the rail. If the tie-down cleat is not seated
in the notches, it will not be flush with the
rail and cannot be properly tightened. The
bolt in the center of the cleat must be tight-
ened hand tight (20 – 40 in-lbs.)

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Check the tightness of the tie-down cleat
periodically during a trip to make sure the
center bolt has not become loose.

Install the tie-down cleat as follows:

1. Remove the side channels by sliding

them out the back of the truck bed.
Properly store the side channels.

2. Loosen the center bolt completely.

3. Insert the cleat into the channel per-

pendicular to the channel as shown.
Then rotate the cleat clockwise 90° and
slide it to the desired location.

4. Position the cleat so the nubs on the

bottom fully seat into the channel de-
tents.

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5. There should be no gap between the

bottom of the cleat and the top of the
channel. Tighten the center bolt hand
tight (20-40 in-lbs.).

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