1996 Nissan Frontier Owners Manual

Device (SCD)

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Sway Control

Device (SCD)

*1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000

lb (1,361 kg).

*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices are not offered by NISSAN. See a professional

trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control device for your trailer.

M/T = Manual Transmission A/T = Automatic Transmission 2WD = 2-wheel drive 4WD = 4-wheel drive

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Trailer hitch Check the towing capacity of your bumper hitch or receiver type frame mounted hitch. Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid per- sonal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks. c Special hitches which include frame re- inforcements are required for towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Suitable Genu- ine NISSAN hitches for pickup trucks are available at your NISSAN dealer.

c Axle-mounted hitches should not be

used.

c Do not modify the vehicle exhaust sys- tem, brake system, etc. when the hitch is installed. After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the passen- ger compartment.

c Check regularly to make sure that all trailer hitch mounting bolts are securely fastened.

Tire pressures c When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pres- sure indicated on the tire placard (affixed to the glove box lid).

c Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’ specifications.

Safety chain Always use a suitable chain between your vehicle and the trailer. The chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners. Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with Federal and/or local regulations. For assistance in hooking up trailer lights, contact your autho- rized NISSAN dealer.

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Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to Federal and/or local regulations and that it is prop- erly installed.

CAUTION

Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips c Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal nose-up or nose- down condition; check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes of either condi- tion.

c Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shifts while driving.

c Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to all federal, state or local regulations. If not, install any mirrors required for towing before driving the vehicle.

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Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle’s behavior, you should prac- tice turning, stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic. Steering, stability and braking performance will be somewhat different than under normal driv- ing conditions. c Always secure items in the trailer to

prevent load shift while driving.

c Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. c Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. c Always drive your vehicle at a moderate

speed.

c Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, and if your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission, first block the wheels and apply the park- ing brake, and then move the transmis- sion shift lever into the P position. If you move the shift lever to the P position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, transmission damage could occur.

c When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When ascending a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of en- gine overloading and/or overheating. However, for long steep grades, do not stay in 1st or 2nd gear when driving above 35 MPH (56 km/h).

c If

the engine coolant rises to an ex- tremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn off the air conditioner. Coolant heat can be addi- tionally vented by opening the windows, switching the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position.

c Trailer towing requires more fuel

normal circumstances.

than

c Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s

first 500 miles (800 km).

c Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recom- mended Maintenance Schedule.

c When making a turn, your trailer wheels will be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels. To compensate for

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this, make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn.

c Crosswinds and rough roads adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly causing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect vehicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and immedi- ately (but gradually) reduce vehicle speed. This combination helps to stabi- lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

c Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires considerably more distance than normal passing. Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

c To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use fifth gear (manual transmission) or overdrive (automatic transmission).

c Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in re- duced braking efficiency.

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When towing a trailer, change oil in the transmission more frequently. See the Maintenance Schedule.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

DOT Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Require- ments in addition to these grades. Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions on specified govern- ment test courses. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. However, relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions, and may vary signifi- cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differ- ences in road characteristics and climate. Traction A, B and C Traction grades are A (the highest), B and C. They represent a tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under con- trolled conditions, on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked with a C may have poor traction performance.

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WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your vehicle tires is based on straight line braking traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.

Temperature A, B and C Temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C. They represent a tire’s resistance to heat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause tire material to degenerate, reducing tire life. Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corresponds to a performance level which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of perfor- mance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum required by law.

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WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure problems.

VEHICLE LOADING When loading your vehicle, the gross ve- hicle weight must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross ve- hicle weight equals the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, cargo, fuel and any other optional equipment. Loads should be spread out, and cargo should be properly secured. Large or heavy objects should be placed toward the front of the truck box to help prevent sliding or shifting. However, the front and rear gross axle weights must not exceed the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. To find out the actual loads on the front and rear axles, you may need to weigh your vehicle at a weigh station.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

Your NISSAN is covered by the following emission warranties. For USA 1) Emission Defects Warranty 2) Emissions Performance Warranty For Canada Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your war- ranty information booklet which comes with your NISSAN. If you did not receive a warranty booklet or it becomes lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: c Nissan Motor Corporation USA Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena, CA 90248-0191

c Nissan Canada Inc.

P.O. Box 1709
Station ‘‘B’’ Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4H6

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For your convenience, tie down hooks are placed at each corner of the truck box. These may be used to help secure cargo loaded into the truck box.

CAUTION

c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

c Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR’s. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury.

c Overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Failures caused by overloading are not covered by your warranty.

TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING

It

This information is provided for you to prop- erly install a slide-in camper and is based on the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations. is recommended that, before installing the camper, you care- fully read the following information and en- sure that the camper meets the specifica- tions. This information may not apply to some Canada model vehicles. Special body vehicles Some vehicles are equipped with commer- cial or camper bodies. However, this Own- er’s Manual does not cover these options. For further information, please refer to the body manufacturer’s instruction manual.

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CAUTION

Improper loading may be dangerous. If a load is too far back, it can affect handling characteristics. If a load is too far forward, the front axle may be over- loaded.

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Location for center of gravity The illustration indicates the recommended cargo center of gravity location zone. Regular cab: L1 = 37.4 in (950.0 mm), L2 = 42.4 in (1,077.0 mm) King cab: L1 = 37.8 in (960.1 mm), L2 = 42.8 in (1,087.1 mm)

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Cargo weight rating Regular bed (STD) models

In vehicle

2 occupants: 3 occupants:

Cargo

700 lb (320 kg) 550 lb (250 kg)

Regular bed (except STD) and King Cab models

In vehicle

2 occupants: 3 occupants: 4 occupants:

Cargo

1,100 lb (500 kg) 950 lb (430 kg) 800 lb (360 kg)

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the gross axle weight

wheels separately to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed either of ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads should not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are given on the vehicle certification label that is located on the driver’s door lock pillar. If weight ratings are exceeded, move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.

When the truck is used to carry a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the camper manufacturer’s weight figure, plus:

c the weight of

installed additional camper equipment not included in the camper manufacturer’s weight figure

c the weight of camper cargo c the weight of occupants in the camper The total cargo load should not exceed the truck’s cargo weight rating and the camper’s center of gravity should fall within the truck’s recommended center of gravity location zone when installed.

CAUTION

Overloading or improper loading can adversely affect vehicle handling, brak- ing and performance and may lead to accidents.

Measurement of weights Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front and the rear

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (USA)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to no- tifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems be- tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424- 9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Depart- ment of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other informa- tion about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1. In Hawaii call (808) 836-0888.

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A Genuine Nissan Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illus- trations and step-by-step diagnostic and ad- justment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at your Nissan dealership. Also avail- able are Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals. For current pricing and availability of a Genu- ine NISSAN Service Manual or Genuine NIS- SAN Owner’s Manual, contact: In the USA: See your NISSAN dealer or contact:

Dyment Distribution Services 20770 Westwood Dr. Strongsville OH 44136

In a hurry? Call 1-800-247-5321 and charge your purchase to Visa/Master Card. In Canada: To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual please contact your nearest NISSAN Dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN Dealer in your area call the Nissan Satisfaction Center at 1-800-387-0122 and a bilingual NIS- SAN representative will assist you. Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older Nissan models.

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10 Index

Driving with automatic transmission....... 4-6

Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) Air bag warning light.................................. 2-15
Air cleaner housing filter............................ 7-15
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation ........................ 3-5
Air conditioner service ............................ 3-9
Air conditioner specification label......... 9-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations .................... 9-8
Air flow charts .............................................. 3-6
AM-FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player........................................... 3-11
AM-FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player (100 W) ............................ 3-16
Anchor point locations ............................... 2-25
Antenna (manual) ...................................... 3-20
Anti-lock brake system, rear (R-ABS) ....... 4-26
Audio system

AM-FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player ..................................... 3-11
AM/FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player (100 W) ....................... 3-16
Cassette tape operation.............. 3-13, 3-19
Auto-lock free-running hubs ...................... 4-15
Automatic

Automatic transmission fluid................... 7-9

Battery........................................................ 7-13
Brake

Brake fluid ..................................... 7-11, 9-3
Brake booster ....................................... 7-19
Brake pedal .......................................... 7-18
Brake pad wear indicators ............ 1-9, 7-18
Parking brake check............................. 7-17
Parking brake operation ....................... 4-11
Rear anti-lock brake system (R-ABS) .. 4-26
Break-in schedule ...................................... 4-13
Bulb check/instrument panel ....................... 1-6
Bulb replacement....................................... 7-22

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants............................................... 9-2
Cargo (see vehicle loading information).... 9-15
Cassette tape operation ................... 3-13, 3-19
Cassette player (See audio system) CB radio or car phone ............................... 3-21
Center and side ventilators.......................... 3-2
Child restraints for infants and small children ...................................................... 2-22

Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray ............................................................. 1-13
Cleaning exterior and interior ...................... 6-2
Clock/audio system.................................... 3-11
Clock/instrument cluster .............................. 1-5
Clutch fluid ................................................. 7-11
Clutch pedal............................................... 7-19
Cold weather driving cautions ................... 4-27
Controls

Audio controls ............................. 3-11, 3-16
Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 3-3

Coolant

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 7-5
Checking engine coolant level ............... 7-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 1-4
Cruise control............................................. 4-11
Cup holder ................................................. 1-13

Daytime running light system (Canada only) ............................................ 1-10
Digital clock (See clock/instrument cluster) Dimensions and weights............................ 9-11
Door locks.................................................... 2-2
Drive belts.................................................. 7-14

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Driving

Auto-lock free-running hubs ................. 4-15
Cold weather driving cautions .............. 4-27
Driving with automatic transmission....... 4-6
Driving with manual transmission........... 4-9
Driving your 4-wheel drive safely ......... 4-22
Manual-lock free-running hubs............. 4-19
Precautions when driving ..................... 4-25
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2

Economy, fuel ............................................ 4-13
Emission control information label............. 9-14
Emission control system warranty............. 9-22
Engine

Before starting the engine ...................... 4-5
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 7-5
Changing engine oil................................ 7-7
Changing engine oil filter........................ 7-8
Checking engine coolant level ............... 7-4
Checking engine oil level ....................... 7-6
Engine compartment check locations .... 7-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 1-4
Engine cooling system ........................... 7-4
Engine oil................................................ 7-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ..................................... 9-6
Engine oil viscosity ................................. 9-7
Engine serial number ........................... 9-13

Engine specifications.............................. 9-9
Starting the engine ............................... 4-10
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)................. 4-2

Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) Flat tire......................................................... 5-2
Floor mat positioning aid ............................. 6-4
Fluid (Checking)

Automatic transmission fluid................... 7-9
Brake and clutch fluid........................... 7-11
Engine coolant........................................ 7-4
Engine oil................................................ 7-6
Power steering fluid.............................. 7-11
Window washer fluid ............................ 7-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..................... 9-13
Front seats

Bench.................................................... 2-10
Separate ................................................. 2-8

Fuel

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.......................................... 9-2
Fuel economy ....................................... 4-13
Fuel filler cap .......................................... 2-5
Fuel gauge.............................................. 1-4
Fuel octane rating................................... 9-5
Fuel recommendation............................. 9-4
Fuses ......................................................... 7-20

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Gas station information............................ 10-11
Gauge

Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 1-4
Fuel gauge.............................................. 1-4
Odometer................................................ 1-3
Speedometer .......................................... 1-3
Tachometer............................................. 1-3
Trip odometer ......................................... 1-3

Gear selection (See shifting) General maintenance .................................. 8-2
Glove box lock ............................................. 2-4

Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 1-12
Head restraints ............................................ 2-9
Headlight and turn signal switch ............... 1-10
Headlights .................................................. 7-20
Heater

Heater and air conditioner controls ........ 3-3
Heater operation..................................... 3-4
Hood release ............................................... 2-4
Hubs

Auto-lock free-running hubs ................. 4-15
Manual-lock free-running hubs............. 4-19

Ignition switch .............................................. 4-4

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Increasing fuel economy............................ 4-13
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/indicator lights and chimes) Inside mirror............................................... 2-27
Instrument brightness control .................... 1-12
Interior light and cargo light....................... 1-14

Jack

Pantograph type ..................................... 5-5
Screw type.............................................. 5-6
Jump seat .................................................. 2-11
Jump starting ............................................... 5-8

Bulb replacement.................................. 7-22
Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 1-10
Headlights............................................. 7-20
Interior light and cargo light.................. 1-14
Light bulbs ............................................ 7-20
Map light ............................................... 1-14
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 1-6

Lock

Door locks............................................... 2-2
Free-running lock (see hubs) Glove box lock........................................ 2-4
Power door lock...................................... 2-3
Luggage (see vehicle loading information). 9-15

Maintenance

Key............................................................... 2-2

Labels

Air conditioner specification label......... 9-14
Emission control information label........ 9-14
Engine serial number ........................... 9-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ................ 9-13
Vehicle identification number plate ...... 9-12
Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 2-15

Light

Supplemental air bag warning light...... 2-15
Bulb check/instrument panel .................. 1-6

General maintenance ............................. 8-2
Inside the vehicle.................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ....................... 7-2
Outside the vehicle................................. 8-2
Periodic maintenance schedules............ 8-5
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 2-21
Under the hood and vehicle ................... 8-4
Manual antenna ......................................... 3-20
Manual-lock free-running hubs .................. 4-19
Manual window .......................................... 1-15
Map light .................................................... 1-14
Mirror

Inside mirror.......................................... 2-27
Outside mirror remote control ............. 2-26
Outside mirrors ..................................... 2-26

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Vanity mirror ......................................... 2-27

Octane rating (see fuel) Odometer ..................................................... 1-3
Oil

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants.......................................... 9-2
Changing engine oil................................ 7-7
Changing engine oil filter........................ 7-8
Checking engine oil level ....................... 7-6
Engine oil................................................ 7-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ..................................... 9-6
Opera window............................................ 1-17
Outside mirror remote control .................. 2-26
Outside mirrors .......................................... 2-26
Overdrive switch .......................................... 4-8
Overheat

If your vehicle overheats ........................ 5-9
Owner’s manual order form....................... 9-26

Pantograph type jack................................... 5-5
Parking

Parking brake check............................. 7-17
Parking brake operation ....................... 4-11
Parking/parking on hills ........................ 4-24
Periodic maintenance schedules................. 8-5

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Power

Power door lock...................................... 2-3
Power steering fluid.............................. 7-11
Power window ...................................... 1-15

Precautions

Maintenance precautions ....................... 7-2
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ............................................. 4-3
Precautions on seat belt usage............ 2-17
Precautions when driving ..................... 4-25
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2
Protecting against corrosion ........................ 6-4
Push starting................................................ 5-9

Quick reference ....................................... 10-11

Radio

AM-FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player ..................................... 3-11
AM-FM electronic tuning radio with cassette player (100 W) ....................... 3-16
Cassette tape operation.............. 3-13, 3-19
CB radio or car phone.......................... 3-21
Rear anti-lock brake system (R-ABS) ....... 4-26
Rear sliding window................................... 1-16
Registering your vehicle in another country ....................................................... 9-12
Reporting safety defects (USA)................. 9-25

Safety

Reporting safety defects (USA)............ 9-25
Screw type jack ........................................... 5-6
Seats

Adjustment.............................................. 2-8
Bench seat............................................ 2-10
Jump seat ............................................. 2-11
Separate seats ....................................... 2-8

Seat belt

Precautions on seat belt usage............ 2-17
Seat belt extenders .............................. 2-21
Seat belt maintenance.......................... 2-21
Seat belts.............................................. 2-17
2-point type without retractor................ 2-20
3-point type with retractor..................... 2-18
Service manual order form ........................ 9-26
Shifting

Automatic transmission .......................... 4-7
Manual transmission............................... 4-9
Spark plug replacement............................. 7-14
Speedometer ............................................... 1-3
SRS warning label ..................................... 2-15
Starting

Before starting the engine ...................... 4-5
Jump starting .......................................... 5-8
Precautions when starting and driving ... 4-2
Push starting........................................... 5-9
Starting the engine ............................... 4-10

Steering

Power steering fluid.............................. 7-11

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Tilting steering wheel............................ 2-26
Sunroof ...................................................... 1-17
Sunshade................................................... 1-18
Supplemental restraint system (Supplemental air bag system).................. 2-12
Switch

Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 1-12
Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 1-10
Ignition switch ......................................... 4-4
Overdrive switch ..................................... 4-8
Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 1-11

Tachometer.................................................. 1-3
Tailgate latch ............................................... 2-5
Three-way catalyst....................................... 4-2
Tie down hook ............................................. 2-7
Tilting bench seat ...................................... 2-10
Tilting front separate seat............................ 2-9
Tilting steering wheel................................. 2-26
Tire

Flat tire.................................................... 5-2
Tire chains ............................................ 7-25
Tires of 4-wheel drive........................... 4-23
Tire placard........................................... 9-14
Tire pressure ........................................ 7-24
Tire rotation .......................................... 7-26
Types of tires........................................ 7-24
Uniform tire quality grading .................. 9-21
Wheel/tire size ...................................... 9-10

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Warning

Supplemental air bag warning light...... 2-15
Hazard warning flasher switch ............. 1-12
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 1-6
Warning labels (for SRS)........................... 2-15
Weights (See dimensions and weights) Wheel/tire size ........................................... 9-10
Wheels and tires........................................ 7-24
Window washer fluid.................................. 7-12
Windows

Opera window....................................... 1-17
Power window ...................................... 1-15
Rear sliding window ............................. 1-16

Wiper

Windshield wiper and washer switch ... 1-11
Wiper blades......................................... 7-16

Wheels and tires................................... 7-24

Towing

Tow truck towing .................................. 5-10
Towing load/specification chart ............ 9-18
Trailer towing ........................................ 9-16
2-wheel drive models ........................... 5-11
4-wheel drive models ........................... 5-12
Transfer case............................................. 4-14
Transmission

Automatic transmission fluid................... 7-9
Driving with automatic transmission....... 4-6
Driving with manual transmission........... 4-9

Travel (See registering your vehicle in another country) Trip odometer .............................................. 1-3
Truck-camper loading ................................ 9-23
Turn signal switch (See headlight and turn signal switch)

Vanity mirror .............................................. 2-27
Vehicle dimensions and weights ............... 9-11
Vehicle identification

Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) ................................. 9-12
Vehicle identification number plate ...... 9-12
Vehicle loading information ....................... 9-15
Vehicle recovery ........................................ 5-12
Ventilators .................................................... 3-2

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GAS STATION INFORMATION

QUICK REFERENCE

follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life.

(page) c In case of emergency ...................... 5-1
(Flat tire, engine will not start, overheat- ing, towing)

c How to start the engine ................... 4-1
c How to read the meters and

gauges ............................................. 1-1
c Maintenance schedule..................... 8-1
c Do-it-yourself operations.................. 7-1
c Technical and consumer

information ....................................... 9-1

Recommended fuel: Unleaded gasoline, at least 87 AKI number (RON 91) For further details such as gasohol or diesel fuel grade, see ‘‘Fuel recommendation’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer information’’ section. Recommended engine oil: Energy Conserving Oils of API SG or SH, SAE 5W-30 is preferable for all tempera- tures. See ‘‘Engine oil and oil filter recom- mendation’’ in the ‘‘Technical and consumer information’’ section. Tire cold pressure: See the tire placard affixed to the glove box. Recommended new vehicle break-in procedure: During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of vehicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the ‘‘BREAK-IN SCHEDULE’’ found in the ‘‘Starting and Driving’’ section of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these rec- ommendations for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to

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