1999 NISSAN FRONTIER engine

system checked by an authorized NISSAN
dealer.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the
anti-lock function ceases but the ordinary
brakes continue to operate normally.
If the light comes on while you are driving,
contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for
repair.
Overdrive off indicator light
(if so equipped)
This light comes on when the overdrive
switch is pushed to the OFF position.
Key reminder chime
The chime sounds when the driver's door is
opened and the key is left in the ignition
switch. Take the ignition key when you leave
the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
A chime sounds if the driver's door is
opened with the headlight switch on unless
the ignition key is in the ON position. Turn
the headlight switch off when you leave the
vehicle.
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a brake pad requires re-
placement, 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.
Malfunction indicator light
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator light comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is running,
it may indicate a potential emission control
problem.
The malfunction indicator light may also
come on steady or blink if the fuel filler cap
has not been closed tightly or if the fuel tank
is nearly empty. Check to make sure the fuel
cap is secure and that you have at least
three gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel
tank.
Operation
After driving for a while, the light should
remain off if no other potential emisssion
control system problem exists.The malfunction indicator light will come on
in one of two ways:
IMalfunction indicator light on steady þ An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Have the vehicle in-
spected by an authorized NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the dealer.
IMalfunction indicator light blinking þ An
engine misfire has been detected which
may damage the emission control sys-
tem. To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
Ido not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
I
avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
Iavoid steep uphill grades.
Iif possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may stop
blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the dealer.
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Lighting
Turn the switch to theposition:
The front combination, rear combination,
license plate and instrument panel lights
come on.
Turn the switch to the
position:
The headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.
To select the high beam function, push the
lever forward. The high beam lights come
on and the
light illuminates. Pull it back
to select the low beam.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT
SYSTEM (Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a
reduced intensity when the engine is started
with the parking brake released. The day-
time running lights operate with the head-
light switch in the OFF position or in the
position. Turn the headlight switch
to theposition for full illumination
when driving at night. If the parking brake is
applied before the engine is started, the
daytime running lights do not illuminate. The
daytime running lights illuminate once 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 will
not be on. It is necessary at dusk to
turn on your headlights. Failure to do
so could cause an accident injuring
yourself and others.
Passing signal
Pulling the lever toward you turns on the
headlight high beam.
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN
SIGNAL SWITCH
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device must accept any interference re-
ceived including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
WARNING
IMake sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the
hood to fly open and result in an
accident.
IIf you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
1. Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the driver side instrument panel;
the hood then springs up slightly.2. Lift the lever at the front of the hood with
your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Insert the support rod into the slot in the
front edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, reset the support
rod to its original position, lower the hood
to approximately 12 inches above the
latch and release it. This allows proper
engagement of the hood latch.
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HOOD RELEASE
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Open the glove box by pulling the handle.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting
type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch-
eting clicks are heard.
WARNING
IGasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain con-
ditions. You could be burned or se-
riously injured if it is misused or
mishandled. Always stop the engine
and do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks near the vehicle
when refueling.IFuel may be under pressure. Turn
the cap one-half turn and wait for
any ``hissing'' sound to stop to pre-
vent fuel from spraying out and
causing possible personal injury.
Then remove the cap.
IDo not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts
off automatically. Continued refuel-
ing may cause fuel overflow, result-
ing in fuel spray and possibly fire.
IUse only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler
cap as a replacement. It has a built-in
safety valve needed for proper op-
eration of the fuel system and emis-
sion control system. An incorrect
cap can result in a serious malfunc-
tion and possible injury.
INever pour fuel into the throttle body
to attempt to start your vehicle.
CAUTION
IIf fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid
paint damage.
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GLOVE BOX FUEL FILLER CAP
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WARNING
IThe air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.
IDo not leave children, unreliable
adults, or pets alone in your vehicle.
On hot sunny days, temperatures in
a closed vehicle could quickly be-
come high enough to cause severe
or possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.
IDo not use the recirculation mode
for long periods as it may cause theinterior air to become stale and the
windows to fog up.
IPositioning of the heating or air con-
ditioning controls should not be
done while driving, so that full atten-
tion may be given to the driving
operation.
CONTROLS
Fan control lever
This lever turns the fan on and off, and
controls fan speed.
Air control dial
This dial allows you to select the air flow
outlets.
Ð Air flows from center and side
ventilators.
Ð Air flows from center and side
ventilators and foot outlets.
Ð Air flows mainly from foot outlets.
Ð Air flows from defrost outlets and
foot outlets.
ÐAir flows mainly from defrost outlets.
Temperature control dial
This dial allows you to adjust the tempera-
ture of the outlet air.
Air intake lever (if so equipped)
This lever is provided only for vehicles with
an air conditioner.
Ð Outside air is drawn into the pas-
senger compartment and distributed
through the selected outlet.
Use this position for normal heater or air
conditioner operation.
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HEATER AND AIR
CONDITIONER
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Ð Interior air is recirculated inside the
vehicle.
Move the air intake lever to the
position:
Iwhen driving on a dusty road.
Ito prevent traffic fumes from entering the
passenger compartment.
Ifor maximum cooling when using the air
conditioner.
Air conditioner switch
(if so equipped)
This switch is present only in vehicles
equipped with an air conditioner.
Start the engine, push the air conditioner
switch and move the fan control lever to the
desired speed. The indicator light comes on
when the air conditioner is operating.
HEATER OPERATION
Heating
This mode directs heated air from the foot
outlets. A small amount of air is also di-
rected from the defrost outlets.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position for normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to theposition.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
speed.
4. Turn the temperature control dial clock-
wise until it stops or to the desired posi-
tion.
Ventilation
This mode directs outside air from the side
and center ventilators.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
speed.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Defrosting/defogging
This mode directs heated air from the
defrosting/defogging outlets.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position.2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
speed.
4. Turn the temperature control dial clock-
wise until it stops or to the desired posi-
tion.
If it is difficult to defog the windshield,
push the air conditioner switch (if so
equipped) on. This dehumidifies the air,
which helps defog the windshield.
To quickly remove ice or fog from the
windows, move the fan control lever to 4
and the temperature control dial to the
full clockwise position.
Bi-level heating/cooling
This mode directs air from the side and
center ventilators and from the foot outlets.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
speed.
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4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Heating and defrosting/defogging
This mode directs heated air from the foot
outlets and defrosts/defogs the windshield.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
speed.
4. Turn the temperature control dial clock-
wise until it stops or to the desired posi-
tion.
If it is difficult to defog the windshield,
push the air conditioner switch (if so
equipped) on. This dehumidifies the air,
which helps defog the windshield.
Operating tips
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and air inlet in front of the windshield. This
improves heater and defroster operation.
AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION
(if so equipped)
Start the engine, move the fan control lever
to the desired (one to four) position, and
push in the air conditioner switch to activate
the air conditioner. When the air conditioner
is on, cooling and dehumidifying functions
are added to the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
Cooling
This mode directs cool, dehumudified air
from the side and center ventilators.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
position.
4. Push in the air conditioner switch. The
indicator light comes on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
IFor quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, move the air intake leverto the
position. Be sure to return
the air intake lever to theposition
for normal cooling.
Dehumidified heating
This mode directs heated, dehumidfied air
from the defrosting/defogging outlets.
1. Move the air intake lever to the
position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
position.
3. Move the fan control lever to the desired
position.
4. Push in the air conditioner switch. The
indicator light comes on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial clock-
wise until it stops or to the desired posi-
tion.
Dehumidified defrosting/defogging
This mode directs heated, dehumidified air
from the defrosting/ defogging outlets.
1. Turn the air intake lever to the
po-
sition.
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AM-FM RADIO WITH CASSETTE
PLAYER
RADIO OPERATION
To turn the radio on, turn the ignition key to
the ACC or ON position. If you listen to the
radio with the engine not running, turn the
key to the ACC position.
Radio reception is affected by station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter,
buildings, bridges, mountains and other ex-
ternal influences. Intermittent changes in
reception quality normally are caused by
these external influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle
may influence radio reception quality.
ON×OFF/VOL control knob
Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON
position, then push the ON×OFF/VOL con-
trol knob. If you listen to the radio with the
engine not running, turn the key to the ACC
position. The mode (radio or cassette)
which was playing immediately before the
system was turned off resumes playing.
When no cassette is loaded, the radio
comes on. Pushing the ON×OFF/VOL con-
trol knob again turns the system off.
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