1997 NISSAN FRONTIER Owners Manual

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to chose the correct quality
and viscosity oil to ensure satisfactory en-
gine life and performance. NISSAN recom-
mends the use of a low friction oil (energy
conserving oil) in order to improve fuel
economy and conserve energy. Oils which
do not have the specified quality label
should not be used as they could cause
engine damage.Only those engine oils with the American
Petroleum Institute (API) CERTIFICATION
MARK on the front of the container should
be used. This type of oil supersedes the
existing API SG or SH and Energy Conserv-
ing II categories.
If you cannot find engine oil with the CERTI-
FICATION MARK, an API SG or SH and
Energy Conserving II oil with API Service
Symbol may be used. An oil with a single
designation SG or SH, or in combination with
other categories (for example, SG/CC or
SG/CD) may also be used if one with the API
CERTIFICATION MARK cannot be found.
Mineral based or synthetic type oils may be
used in your NISSAN vehicle. These oils
must however, meet the API quality and
SAE viscosity ratings specified for your ve-
hicle. Do not mix mineral based and syn-
thetic type oils in the engine at the same
time.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
been previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of this,
it is important that the engine oil viscosity be
selected based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. The chart ``Recom-
mended SAE viscosity number'' shows the
recommended oil viscosities for the ex-
pected ambient temperatures. Choosing an
oil viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
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Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in
``Change intervals''.
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other
than the specified quality, or oil and filter
change intervals longer than recommended
could reduce engine life. Damage to en-
gines caused by improper maintenance or
use of incorrect oil and filter quality and/or
viscosity is not covered by the new NISSAN
vehicle warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filter
change intervals depend upon how you use
your vehicle. Operation under the following
conditions may require more frequent oil
and filter changes:
Ð repeated short distance driving at cold
outside temperatures,Ð driving in dusty conditions,
Ð extensive idling,
Ð towing a trailer.
RECOMMENDED SAE
VISCOSITY NUMBER
cSAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred
for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 vis-
cosity oil may be used if the ambient
temperature is above 0ÉF (-18ÉC).
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c80W-90 is preferable for ambient tem-
peratures below 104ÉF (40ÉC).
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in this NIS-
SAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the
lubricant, NISSAN A/C system lubricant
Type R or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant
will cause severe damage and you will
need to replace your vehicle's entire air
conditioner system.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle does not harm the earth's
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does
not affect the earth's atmosphere, certain
government regulations require the recov-
ery and recycling of any refrigerant during
automotive air conditioner system service.
Your NISSAN dealer has the trained tech-
nicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioner system
refrigerant.
Contact your NISSAN dealer when servic-
ing your air conditioner system.
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Model KA24E
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle
Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder in-line
Bore ý Stroke in (mm) 3.504 ý 3.780 (89.0 ý 96.0)
Displacement cu in (cm
3) 145.78 (2,389)
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Idle speed rpm
See the ``Emission Control
Label'' on the underside of the hood. Ignition timing (BTDC) degree/rpm
CO percentage at idle speed [No air] %
Spark plug ZFR4E-11 (Hot)
ZFR5E-11 (Standard)
ZFR6E-11 (Cold)
Spark plug gap in (mm) 0.039 to 0.043 (1.0 to 1.1)
Camshaft operation Timing chain
Generator belt size
Width ý Length in (mm) 0.429 ý 36.81 (10.9 ý 935)
The spark ignition system of this ve-
hicle meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference - Causing
Equipment Regulations.
ENGINE
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Grade Road wheel/offset in (mm) Tire Spare tire size
4x2 Regular cab: STD 14x5J/1.57 (40) Silver, painted steel P195/75R14 T135/70D16
P195/75R14*
XE 14x5J/1.57 (40) Silver, painted steel
14x5J/1.57 (40) Silver, w/full wheel cover
14x6JJ/1.18 (30) Alloy*P195/75R14
P215/70R14*T135/70D16
P195/75R14*
P215/70R14*
King cab: XE 14x5J/1.57 (40) Silver, painted steel
14x5J/1.57 (40) Silver, w/full wheel cover
14x6JJ/1.18 (30) Alloy*P195/75R14
P215/70R14*T135/70D16
P195/75R14*
P215/70R14*
SE 14x6JJ/1.18 (30) Alloy P215/70R14 T135/70D16
4x4 Regular cab: XE 15x6JJ/0.98 (25) Titanium finish
15x7JJ/0.98 (25) AlloyP235/75R15 P215/75R15*
P235/75R15
King cab: XE 15x6JJ/0.98 (25) Titanium finish
15x7JJ/0.98 (25) AlloyP235/75R15 P235/75R15
SE 15x7JJ/0.98 (25) Alloy P235/75R15 P235/75R15
*: Option
WHEEL/TIRE SIZE
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Unit: in (mm)
4x2 4x4
Regular Cab King Cab Regular Cab King Cab
Overall length*1 174.6 (4,435) 190.0 (4,825) 174.6 (4,435) 190.0 (4,825)
Overall width 65.0 (1,650) 65.0 (1,650) 66.5 (1,690) 66.5 (1,690)
Overall height 62.0 (1,575) 62.0 (1,575) 67.1 (1,705) 67.1 (1,705)
Front tread 54.9 (1,395) 54.9 (1,395) 58.5 (1,486) 58.5 (1,486)
Rear tread 54.5 (1,385) 54.5 (1,385) 57.9 (1,471) 57.9 (1,471)
Wheelbase 104.3 (2,650) 116.1 (2,950) 104.3 (2,650) 116.1 (2,950)
Gross vehicle weight rating
lb (kg)
See the ``F.M.V.S.S. certification label'' on the driver side lock pillar. Gross axle weight rating
Front lb (kg)
Rear lb (kg)
*1: On step bumper equipped models, the bumper adds 5.5 in (140 mm) to the overall length.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
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When planning to drive your NISSAN
vehicle in another country,you should
first find out if the fuel available is suitable
for your vehicle's engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
can be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid driving your vehicle in ar-
eas where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of
your vehicle to another country, state,
province or district,it may be necessary to
modify the vehicle to meet local laws and
regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications
may differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into
another country, state, province or dis-
trict and registered, its modifications,
transportation and registration are the
responsibility of the user. NISSAN is not
responsible for any inconvenience that
may result.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
The vehicle identification number plate is
attached to the top of the instrument panel
on the driver's side. This number is the
identification for your vehicle and is used in
the vehicle registration.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (Chassis number)
CA0018CA0030
REGISTERING YOUR
VEHICLE IN ANOTHER
COUNTRYVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The number is stamped on the engine as
shown.
FMVSS CERTIFICATION LABEL
The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
(FMVSS) certification label is affixed as
shown. This label contains valuable vehicle
information, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR), month and year of manufacture,
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), etc.
Review it carefully.
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