2004 Nissan Frontier Owners Manual

Download PDF Manual
c If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures. All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated. WARNING c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child restraint installation. c Improper use of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occupants of the vehicle. c Follow all of the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child re- straint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle. c If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being in- jured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases. c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi- tioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible. c After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. c For a front-facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a three-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child(cid:146)s face or neck. If it does, put the shoulder belt behind the child restraint. If you must install a front facing child restraint in the front seat, see (cid:147)Installation on front passenger seat(cid:148) later in this section. c When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to pre- vent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-31 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X CAUTION Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint. INSTALLATION ON REAR BENCH SEAT CENTER POSITION (Crew Cab models only) WRS0263 WRS0250 Front Facing (cid:150) step 1 Front facing When you install a child restraint in the rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions. Front Facing (cid:151) step 2 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing. 1-32 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X WRS0264 WRS0265 WRS0266 Front Facing (cid:151) step 3 3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment. Front Facing (cid:151) step 4 4. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25mm). If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat. 5. 6. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. Rear Facing (cid:150) step 1 Rear facing When you install a child restraint in the rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-33 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Rear Facing (cid:151) step 2 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 3 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 4 WRS0267 WRS0268 WRS0269 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing. 3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment. 4. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25mm). If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat. 5. 6. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. 1-34 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X INSTALLATION ON REAR BENCH SEAT OUTBOARD POSITIONS (Crew Cab models only) WARNING c The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. c Failure to use the retractor(cid:146)s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. WRS0272 WRS0250 Front Facing (cid:151) step 1 Front facing When you install a child restraint in a rear out- board seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer(cid:146)s in- structions. Front Facing (cid:151) step 2 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-35 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Front Facing (cid:151) step 3 Front Facing (cid:151) step 4 Front Facing (cid:151) step 5 WRS0251 WRS0146 WRS0252 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. If necessary to ensure the child restraint is secure, pull the shoulder belt through the seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the belt. After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through the seat belt tongue. The stitching locates the seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for easy access for rear seat passengers. 5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25mm). 6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the retrac- tor is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6. 1-36 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. WRS0273 WRS0309 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 1 Rear facing When you install a child restraint in a rear out- board seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer(cid:146)s in- structions. Rear Facing (cid:151) step 2 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel it engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-37 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Rear Facing (cid:151) step 3 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 4 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 5 WRS0260 WRS0253 WRS0254 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. If necessary to ensure the child restraint is secure, pull the shoulder belt through the seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the belt. After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through the seat belt tongue. This stitching locates the seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for easy access for rear seat passengers. 5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25mm). 6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the retrac- tor is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6. 1-38 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. LRS0233 Passenger seat (cid:151) King Cab (LATCH system anchor point location) WRS0437 LATCH system anchor point location front passenger seat (King Cab) LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-39 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be con- nected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. This system is known as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil- dren) system. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system compatible child re- straints. Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with the LATCH sys- tem. This information may also be in the child restraint owner(cid:146)s manual. If you have such a child restraint, refer to the illustration for the seating positions equipped with LATCH system anchors which can be used to secure the child restraint. The LATCH system anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is attached to the seat back to help you locate the LATCH system anchors. LATCH child restraints generally require the use of a top tether strap. See (cid:147)Top tether strap child restraint(cid:148) later in this section for installation in- structions. When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint. LRS0234 Rear seat (cid:151) Crew Cab (LATCH system an- chor point location) WRS0439 LATCH system anchor point locations rear bench seat (Crew Cab) WARNING c Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown. If a child restraint is not secured properly, your child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident. c Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position (Crew Cab models) using the LATCH system an- chors. The child restraint will not be secured properly. c Follow all other instructions concern- ing proper installation of child re- straints and the use of air bag ON/OFF switches (if so equipped) outlined in this manual. c The LATCH system anchors are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. 1-40 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it must be secured to the provided anchor point. Secure the child restraint with a seat belt. Secure the top tether strap to the anchor bracket which provides the straightest installation of the tether strap. Tighten the strap according to the manufactur- er(cid:146)s instructions to remove any slack. WARNING Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. When you install a LATCH system compatible child restraint to the lower anchor attachments, follow these steps: WARNING Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your fingers into the lower anchor area and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system an- chors, such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the LATCH sys- tem anchors are obstructed. insert 1. To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint, the child restraint LATCH system anchor attachments into the anchor points on the seat. If the child re- straint is equipped with a top tether, see (cid:147)Top tether strap child restraint(cid:148) later in this section for installation instructions. 2. After attaching the child restraint and before placing the child in it, use force to push the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the child restraint is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch. 3. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. WRS0270 Front passenger seat (King cab only) Anchor bracket Top tether strap 1. Hook 2. 3. Front passenger seat (King cab only) First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt or the LATCH system (front passenger seat po- sition only), as applicable. Adjust the front passenger seat head restraint to its highest position and route the top tether strap between the head restraint and the top of the seatback. Secure the top tether strap to the Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-41 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X anchor point which provides the straightest in- stallation of the tether strap as shown later in this section. Tighten the tether strap according to the manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions to remove any slack. For best child restraint fit, see the child restraint installation instructions in this section and the child restraint manufacturer(cid:146)s instructions. WRS0441 WRS0223 Anchor bracket Rear bench seat (Crew cab only) Top tether strap 1. 2. Hook 3. Rear bench seat (Crew cab only) First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt or the LATCH system (rear bench seat outboard positions only), as applicable. Position the top tether strap over the head re- straint and secure it to the tether anchor bracket that provides the straightest installation. Tighten the strap according to the manufactur- er(cid:146)s instructions to remove any slack. King Cab Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear window. King Cab vehicles will only have the outer anchor point. Crew Cab vehicles will have all 3 anchor points. If you have any questions when installing a top strap child restraint on the rear seat, consult your NISSAN dealer for details. 1-42 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Crew Cab WRS0224 WRS0210 Flaps are provided in the carpet for easy access and are marked with the label shown (King Cab only). WRS0378 INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT Front facing (Three-point type with retractor) WARNING c If so equipped, keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint is used in the front seat. If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-43 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light is also illumi- nated, something may be wrong with the supplemental air bag system. Do not use a child restraint in the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer. c NISSAN recommends that the child re- straint be installed in the rear seat (Crew Cab models). However, if you must install a forward-facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat, move the passenger seat to the rear- most position. c Never install a rear facing child restraint in the front seating position of Crew Cab models. Install a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat only. The force of the inflating air bag could cause se- rious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. c The three-point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. c Failure to use the retractor(cid:146)s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. 1-44 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Front Facing (cid:151) step 1 WRS0379 If you choose to install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front pas- senger seat. Move the seat to the rear- most position. Adjust the head restraint to its highest position. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer(cid:146)s instructions. Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Front Facing (cid:151) step 2 Front Facing (cid:151) step 3 Front Facing (cid:151) step 4 WRS0159 WRS0160 WRS0161 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to emer- gency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the seat belt to retract slightly. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. If necessary to ensure the child restraint is secure, pull the shoulder belt through the seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the belt. After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through the seat belt tongue. The stitching locates the seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for easy access for passengers. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-45 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X 7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt locked, repeat steps 3 through 6. is not After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. Rear-facing (Three-point type with retractor, except Crew Cab models) WARNING c Never install a rear facing child restraint in the front seating position of Crew Cab models. Install a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat only. The force of the inflating air bag could cause se- rious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. c If so equipped, keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint is used in the front seat. If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed. c Be sure to turn the passenger supple- mental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a colli- sion. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. See (cid:147)Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch and light(cid:148) earlier in this section. supplemental c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light is also illumi- nated, something may be wrong with the supplemental air bag system. Do not use a child restraint in the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer. c The passenger three-point seat belt is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint. WRS0380 Front Facing (cid:151) step 5 5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it for ward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch. 6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the seat belt is in the automatic locking mode. 1-46 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X c Failure to use the automatic locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. WRS0271 WRS0310 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 1 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 2 If you choose to install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front pas- senger seat. Move the seat to the rear- most position. Always follow the child re- straint manufacturer(cid:146)s instructions. 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch en- gage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-47 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Rear Facing (cid:151) step 3 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 4 Rear Facing (cid:151) step 5 WRS0260 WRS0253 WRS0254 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to emer- gency locking mode when the seat belt is fully retracted. 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt. 5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch. 6. Ensure the retractor is in the automatic lock- ing mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the retrac- tor is in the automatic locking mode. 1-48 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X 7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 1-49 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X MEMO 1-50 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags 2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Compass and outside temperature display (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Outside temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Compass display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders . . . . . . . 2-9 Checking bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Security system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Vehicle security system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Switch operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Rear window defroster switch (Crew Cab models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Headlight and turn signal switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 Headlight control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 Daytime running light system (Canada only) . . . . . . 2-21 Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Cargo lamp switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Dual 12 volt power outlets (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Storage trays (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Grocery hooks (King Cab only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Tubular roof rack (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32 Power windows (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32 Manual windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Rear sliding window (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 Map lights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X INSTRUMENT PANEL 2-2 Instruments and controls 1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P. 2-20) 2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 3. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P. 2-18) 4. Power outlet (P. 2-24) 5. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-2) 6. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch light (if so equipped) (P. 1-16) 7. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch 8. (if so equipped) (P. 1-16) Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-7) 9. Glove box (P. 2-28) 10. Audio system (P. 4-10) 11. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-22) 12. Automatic/manual selector lever (P. 5-10) 13. Transfer case shift lever (if so equipped) (P. 5-21) 14. Parking brake release lever (P. 5-18) 15. Cruise control main/set switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-19) 16. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-7, P. 2-23) 17. Steering wheel switch for audio controls (if so equipped) (P. 4-28) 18. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-24) Instrument brightness control (P. 2-21) 19. 20. Cargo lamp switch (P. 2-23) WIC0638 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 06/09/04—tbrooks X METERS AND GAUGES WIC0632 7. Change button LIC0631 Tachometer 1. 2. Warning/indicator lights 3. 4. 5. 6. Odometer/twin trip odometer Speedometer Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Reset button Speedometer 1. 2. Odometer 3. SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer/Twin trip The odometer records the total distance the ve- hicle has been driven. Instruments and controls 2-3 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X The trip odometer records the distance of indi- vidual trips. Before each trip reset the trip odom- eter. Push the reset button to change the display as follows: 2-4 Instruments and controls ODO (odometer) ! TRIP A ! TRIP B ! ODO Push and hold the reset button for more than 1 second to reset either trip odometer. AIC1120 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X CAUTION If the gauge indicates engine coolant tem- perature over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued opera- tion of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See (cid:147)If your vehicle over- heats(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) sec- tion for immediate action required. WIC0358 TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (r/min). The red zone s1 is shown in the illustration. CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. LIC0091 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera- ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range when the gauge needle points be- tween the C and the H on the gauge. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions. Instruments and controls 2-5 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X COMPASS AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (if so equipped) This unit has the following functions: c Measures terrestrial magnetism and indi- cates heading direction of vehicle c Indicates outside air temperature The cated on the passenger side of the vehicle. indicates that the fuel filler lid is lo- CAUTION c If the vehicle runs out of fuel, malfunction indicator lamp the (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, the lamp should turn off. If the lamp remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. c For additional information, see (cid:147)Mal- function indicator lamp (MIL)(cid:148) later in this section. LIC0092 FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the ignition key is turned to OFF. The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters E (Empty). 2-6 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X WIC0324 OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Push the MODE button s1 when the ignition key is in the ON position. The outside temperature will be displayed s2 in (cid:176)F. c Push the MODE button to change from (cid:176)F to (cid:176)C. c When the outside temperature is be- tween 130(cid:176)F (55(cid:176)C) and 158(cid:176)F (70(cid:176)C), the display shows 130(cid:176)F (55(cid:176)C) . c When the outside temperature is lower than -40(cid:176)F (-40(cid:176)C) or higher than 158(cid:176)F (70(cid:176)C), the display shows only (cid:151) (cid:151) (cid:151) 1. Establish your location on the zone map. Refer to the illustration. Record your zone number. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 3. Push the MODE button in for 5 seconds until the current zone entry number and the (cid:147)VAR(cid:148) icon is displayed. 4. Press the MODE button repeatedly until the desired zone entry number is displayed. Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the MODE button and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds. NOTE: Use zone number 5 for Hawaii. though it is operating. This is not a malfunction. c The outside temperature sensor is lo- cated in front of the radiator. The sen- sor may be affected by road or engine heat, wind direction and other driving conditions. The display may differ from the actual outside temperature or the temperature displayed on various signs or billboards. c Temperature display will not update unless the vehicle is moving faster than 12 mph (20 km/h), or the ignition switch has been OFF for 2 hours. COMPASS DISPLAY Push the MODE button s1 when the ignition key is in the ON position. The direction will be dis- played s2 . Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geo- graphical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens: Instruments and controls 2-7 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X c If a magnet is located near the com- pass or the vehicle is driven where the terrestrial magnetism is disturbed, the compass display may not indicate the correct direction. c In places where the terrestrial magne- tism is disturbed, the correction of the direction starts automatically. Correction functions of the compass display The compass display is equipped with automatic correction function. If the direction is not shown correctly, carry out the manual correction proce- dure set out below. Manual correction procedure 1. Push the MODE button for about 10 sec- onds. The (cid:147)CAL(cid:148) icon will illuminate. 2. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open and safe area. The initial correction is complete while turning in 1 or 2 turns. In places where the earth(cid:146)s magnetism is dis- turbed, the initial correction procedure may start automatically. 2-8 Instruments and controls WIC0355 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS or Anti-lock brake warning light Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipped) 4-wheel drive indicator light (if so equipped) Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light ( model) Low windshield washer fluid warning light (if so equipped) High beam indicator light (Blue) Automatic transmission park warning light model) Passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light (except Crew Cab models) Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or Brake warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission only) Charge warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Slip indicator light (if so equipped) Door open warning light Engine oil pressure warning light Low fuel warning light CRUISE main switch indicator light (if so equipped) Cruise SET switch indicator light (if so equipped) Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light (if so equipped) CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on: or If the driver(cid:146)s seat belt is fastened before the ignition key is turned to the ON position, the light will not come on. The following lights come on briefly and then go off: or If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. Instruments and controls 2-9 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X WARNING LIGHTS or Anti-lock brake warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti- lock function ceases, but the regular braking system continues to operate. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair. Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light model) This light comes on when the automatic transmis- sion oil temperature is too high. If the light comes on while driving, reduce the vehicle speed as soon as safely possible until the light turns off. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation when the A/T oil temperature warning light is on may damage the automatic transmission. 2-10 Instruments and controls Automatic transmission park model) warning light ( This light indicates that the automatic transmis- sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans- fer control shift lever is not secured in any drive position while the automatic transmission selec- tor lever is in the P (Park) position, the vehicle may move unexpectedly. Shift the transfer control shift lever into the 2H, 4H, or 4L position when the warning light comes on. c When parking, always make sure that the transfer control shift lever is in 2H, 4H, or 4L and the parking brake is set. c If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that the automatic transmission P (Park) position will not function and the transfer control shift lever is in the N (Neutral) position. c Failure to engage the transfer shift control lever in 2H, 4H or 4L could result in the vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting in se- rious personal injury or property damage. CAUTION If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that the automatic transmission P (Park) posi- tion will not function and the transfer con- trol shift is in the N (Neutral) position. lever or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. When the ignition key is in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied, and also warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See (cid:147)Brake and clutch fluid(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) sec- tion of this manual. Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the brake system checked by a NISSAN dealer. WARNING c Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driv- ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driv- ing it could be dangerous. c Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis- tance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. c If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer. Charge warning light If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not func- tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing, or if the light remains on, see a NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing. Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition key is in the ON position. Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause se- rious damage to the engine almost imme- diately. Such damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Low fuel warning light Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop. The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See (cid:147)Engine oil(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual. This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve- nient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty). Low tire pressure warning light (if so equipped) After the ignition switch is turned ON, this light comes on for about 1 second and turns off. This light warns of low tire pressure. NISSAN(cid:146)s low tire pressure warning system is a tire pressure monitoring system. It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper Instruments and controls 2-11 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X pressure as indicated on the vehicle(cid:146)s tire infor- mation placard. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle(cid:146)s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified in the vehicle plac- ard and owner(cid:146)s manual. Low pressure warning If the vehicle is being driven with very low tire pressure (lower than 28 psi, 193 kPa), the light will illuminate and the chime will sound for about 10 seconds. For additional information, see (cid:147)Low tire pressure warning system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section and (cid:147)Low tire pressure warning system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)In case of emergency(cid:148) section. WARNING c If the light does not come on with the key switch turned ON, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. 2-12 Instruments and controls c If the light comes on while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the tire placard to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. the light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. If c When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated and the low tire pressure warning system will not function. Con- tact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. CAUTION c The low tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for the regular tire pres- sure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly. c If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 20 MPH (32 km/h), the low tire pressure warning system may not operate correctly. c Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the 4 wheels correctly. Low windshield washer fluid warning light (if so equipped) This light comes on when the windshield washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield washer fluid as necessary. See (cid:147)Window washer fluid(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Maintenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section of this manual. Passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light (ex- cept Crew Cab models) The passenger supplemental air bag is equipped with an ON/OFF switch. The switch is located in the center of the instrument panel. When the switch is turned to the ON position, the passen- ger supplemental air bag is enabled and could Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X inflate in a frontal collision. When the switch is turned to the OFF position, the passenger supplemental air bag is disabled and will not inflate in a frontal collision. The passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light on the instrument panel illuminates when the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position. The driver(cid:146)s side supplemental air bag always remains enabled and is not af- fected by the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. The key for the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch should not be left in the switch. Remove the key after turning the switch in the desired position. Do not leave a key in the switch. See (cid:147)Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems(cid:148) section for details. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position and remains illuminated until the driver(cid:146)s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver(cid:146)s seat belt is securely fastened. Refer to (cid:147)Seat belts(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags(cid:148) section for pre- cautions on seat belt usage. Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. the following conditions occur, If any of the supplemental air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing and your vehicle must be taken to a NISSAN dealer: c The supplemental air bag warning light re- mains on after approximately 7 seconds. c The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently. c The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all. Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre- tensioner seat belts may not function properly. For additional details see (cid:147)Supplemental restraint system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags(cid:148) section of this manual. WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemental front air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible. INDICATOR LIGHTS Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped) The light comes on when the cruise control main switch is pushed. The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again. When the cruise main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise control system is operational. Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped) The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning prop- erly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Instruments and controls 2-13 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X 4(cid:150)wheel drive indicator light (if so equipped) Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) This light comes on when the transfer shift con- trol lever is in the 4H or 4L position. WARNING c When parking always make sure the transfer control lever is in the 2H, 4H or 4L position and the parking brake is applied. c Failure to engage the transfer control lever in 2H, 4H or 4L could result in the vehicle moving unexpectedly, which could cause serious personal injury or property damage. High beam indicator light (Blue) This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. 2-14 Instruments and controls If this indicator lamp comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The malfunction indicator lamp may also come on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the lamp should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. Operation The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in one of two ways: c Malfunction indicator lamp on steady (cid:151) An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the lamp does not turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. c Malfunction indicator lamp blinking (cid:151) An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To re- duce or avoid emission control system dam- age: (cid:150) do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). (cid:150) avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. (cid:150) avoid steep uphill grades. (cid:150) if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator lamp may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without hav- ing the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission con- trol system. Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission mod- els only) This light comes on when the overdrive function is OFF. The automatic transmission overdrive function is controlled by the overdrive switch. See (cid:147)Driving the vehicle(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual. Slip indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light will blink when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the slip indicator blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving accordingly. The slip indicator light also comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on or go off, have the traction control system checked by a NISSAN dealer. The system operates in all transmission shift lever positions, but the system can upshift the trans- mission only as high as the indicated shift lever position. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated. Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on. Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light (if so equipped) This indicator light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the vehicle dynamic control system is not operating. Push the vehicle dynamic control off switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. See (cid:147)Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual. The vehicle dynamic control light also comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light stays on or comes on along with the SLIP indicator light while you are driving, have the vehicle dynamic control system checked by a NISSAN dealer. While the vehicle dynamic control system is op- erating, you might feel slight vibration or hear the system working when starting the vehicle or ac- celerating, but this is normal. AUDIBLE REMINDERS Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. Key reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver(cid:146)s door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. Light reminder chime With the ignition switch in the OFF position, a chime sounds when the driver(cid:146)s door is opened if the headlights or parking lights are on. Turn the headlight control switch off before leav- ing the vehicle. Instruments and controls 2-15 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X SECURITY SYSTEM (if so equipped) LIC0359 LIC0093 VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM The vehicle security system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed. Security indicator light The security indicator light shows the status of the vehicle security system. The light operates whenever the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF, or ACC position. The vehicle security system has four phases. For each phase the operation of the security indicator light is different. 2-16 Instruments and controls LIC0053 How to arm the vehicle security sys- tem 1. Close all windows. (The system can be armed even if the windows are open.) 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X 3. Close the hood and all doors. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the key, power door lock switch or with the keyfob. Keyfob operation: c Push the button on the keyfob. All doors lock. The hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once to indicate all doors are locked. c When the button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard lights flash twice and the horn beeps once as a re- minder that the doors are already locked. The horn may or may not beep once. Refer to (cid:147)Silencing the horn beep feature(cid:148) later in this section. c If a door is open and you push the button the doors lock but the horn does not chirp and the hazard lights do not flash. 4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light comes on. The SECURITY light stays on for about 30 seconds. The vehicle security sys- tem is now pre-armed. After about 30 sec- onds the vehicle security system automati- cally shifts into the armed phase. The SECURITY light begins to flash once every 3 seconds. If, during the 30-second pre-arm time period, the door is unlocked by the key or the keyfob, or the ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the system will not arm. c If the key is turned slowly when locking the door, the system may not arm. Fur- thermore, if the key is turned exces- sively to the unlock position, the sys- tem may be disarmed when the key is removed. If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds, unlock the door once and lock it again. c Even when the driver and/or passen- gers are in the vehicle, the system will arm with all doors and the hood closed and locked and the ignition key in the OFF position. Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON to turn the security system off. Vehicle security system activation The vehicle security system will give the following alarm: c The headlights blink and the horn sounds intermittently. In addition, the starter motor does not operate. c The alarm automatically turns off after about 50 seconds. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door with the key, or by pressing the button on the keyfob. The alarm is activated by: c opening a door without using the key or keyfob (even if the door is unlocked by re- leasing the inside lock knob). c opening the hood. How to stop an activated alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door with the key or by pressing the button on the key- fob. The alarm does not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON. Instruments and controls 2-17 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH The hazard lights will quickly flash once and the horn will sound once to confirm that the horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn feature does not silence the horn if the alarm is triggered. If the system does not operate as described above, have it checked by a NISSAN dealer. WIC0325 Silencing the horn beep feature If desired, the horn beep feature can be deacti- vated using the keyfob. To deactivate: Press and hold both the and 2 seconds. buttons at the same time for at least The hazard lights will quickly flash 3 times to confirm that the horn beep feature has been deactivated. To activate: Press and hold both the and 2 seconds once more. buttons at the same time for at least 2-18 Instruments and controls WIC0639 Type A SWITCH OPERATION The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: s1 Intermittent (if so equipped) (cid:151) intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward sA (Slower) or sB (Faster). s2 Low (cid:151) continuous low speed operation s3 High (cid:151) continuous high speed operation Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X Type B Pull the lever toward you s4 to operate the washer. The wiper will also operate several times. WIC0640 WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield. CAUTION c Do not operate the washer continu- ously for more than 30 seconds. c Do not operate the washer if the reser- voir tank is empty. c Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength. Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reser- voir tank. c Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with water to the manufacturer(cid:146)s recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concen- trate and water. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER SWITCH (Crew Cab models only) WIC0327 To defrost the rear window glass, start the engine and push the rear window defroster switch on. The rear window defroster indicator light on the switch comes on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 15 minutes. CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or dam- age the rear window defroster. Instruments and controls 2-19 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH NOTE: The top few rows of wires on the rear win- dow are not part of the rear window de- froster system. These wires make up the antenna for the audio system. WIC0242 WIC0243 Type A HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH Lighting s1 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the front parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. s2 When turning the switch to the posi- tion, the headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. Type B CAUTION Use the headlights with the engine run- ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. 2-20 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (Canada only) The headlights automatically illuminate at a re- duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the position. Turn the headlight switch to the position for full illumination when driving at night. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illumi- nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when the parking brake is released. The daytime run- ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off. WARNING When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. WIC0244 Headlight beam select s1 To select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the light illuminates. s2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. s3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off. WIC0328 INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight switch is in the position. Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instru- ment panel lights. or Instruments and controls 2-21 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH WIC0245 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Turn signal s1 Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automatically. Lane change signal s2 To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch. position. WIC0247 FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the switch to the To turn them off, rotate the switch to the OFF position. The headlights must be on and the low beams selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off when the high beam headlights are selected. WIC0329 Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash. WARNING c When stalled or stopped on the road- way under emergency conditions, move the vehicle well off the road. c Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic. 2-22 Instruments and controls Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X CARGO LAMP SWITCH HORN c Turn signals do not work when the haz- ard warning flasher lights are on. The flashers will operate with the ignition switch in any position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. LIC0428 To turn on the cargo bed lamp, push the switch to the ON position when the ignition key is turned to the ACC, ON or START position. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate. The cargo lamp will turn off if the switch is pushed to the off position or the ignition key is turned to the LOCK position. WIC0249 To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. Tam- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Instruments and controls 2-23 Z REVIEW COPY—2004 Truck/Frontier (d22) Owners Manual (owners)—USA_English (nna) 05/25/04—arosenma X VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped) POWER OUTLET Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See (cid:147)Vehicle dy- namic control (VDC) system(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section. WIC0534 The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv- ing conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off. To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch. The

Boost Classifieds - Car Advice, Reviews, Events & Classifieds

2004 Nissan Frontier Owners Manual