1999 NISSAN FRONTIER warning light

WARNING
IInfants and small children should
always be placed in an appropriate
child restraint while riding in the ve-
hicle. Failure to use a child restraint
can result in serious injury or death.
IChildren and infants should never be
carried on your lap. It is not possible
for even the strongest adult to resist
the forces of a severe accident. The
child could be crushed between the
adult and parts of the vehicle. Also,
do not put the same seat belt around
both your child and yourself.INever install a rear-facing child re-
straint in the front seat, unless the
passenger supplemental air bag is
OFF. Be sure to turn the passenger
supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch
OFF. An inflating air bag could seri-
ously injure or kill your child. See
``Passenger supplemental air bag
ON/OFF switch and light'' earlier in
this section.
IAn improperly installed child re-
straint could lead to serious injury or
death in an accident.
IIn general, child restraints are de-
signed to be installed with a lap belt
or the lap portion of a three-point
type seat belt.
Child restraints for infants and small chil-
dren of various sizes are offered by several
manufacturers. When selecting any child
restraint, keep the following points in mind:
1) Choose only a restraint with a label cer-
tifying that it complies with Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana-
dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
2) Check the child restraint in your vehicle
to be sure it is compatible with the vehi-cle's seat and seat belt system. Choose
a child restraint that meets the guidelines
of the Society of Automotive Engineers
recommended practice J1819 for child
restraint installation.
3) If the child restraint is compatible with
your vehicle, place your child in the child
restraint and check the various adjust-
ments to be sure the child restraint is
compatible with your child. Always follow
all of the 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
operated.
WARNING
IDo not install a child restraint in the
jump seats (King Cab model). These
seats are not suitable for child re-
straint installation.
IDo not install a child restraint in the
center position of the front bench
seat. This position is not suitable for
child restraint installation.
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IThe three-point belt in your vehicle
is equipped with an automatic lock-
ing mode retractor which must be
used when installing a child re-
straint.
IFailure to use the retractor'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.
IBe sure to turn the passenger
supplemental 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 collision. The force of the rapidly
inflating air bag could cause serious
injury or kill the child in the child
restraint.
I
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 wrongwith the supplemental air bag sys-
tem. Do not use a child restraint in the
front passenger seat until the system
is checked by your NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
When installing a rear facing child re-
straint, the passenger supplemental air
bag must be disabled using the ON/OFF
switch. See ``Passenger supplemental
air bag ON/OFF switch and light'' earlier
in this section.
If you choose to install a child restraint in the
front seat, follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the front
passenger seat. Always follow the re-
straint manufacturer's instructions.
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5. Before placing the child in the child re-
straint, use force to tilt the child restraint
from side to side, and tug it forward to
make sure it is securely held in place.
6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-
matic locking mode by trying to pull more
belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull
any more belt webbing out of the retrac-
tor, the belt 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 three
through six.After the child restraint is removed and the
seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic
locking mode (child restraint mode) is can-
celed.
REAR FACING INSTALLATION
ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
(Three-point type with retractor)
WARNING
IKeep 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.
I
Be sure to turn the passenger
supplemental 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 collision. The force of the rapidly
inflating air bag could cause serious
injury or kill the child in the child
restraint. See ``Passenger supple-
mental air bag ON/OFF switch and
light'' earlier in this section.
IIf the supplemental air bag warning
light located in the instrument panel
next to the speedometer comes on
when the passenger supplemental air
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2 Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges ................................................2-2
Speedometer and odometer ..................................2-3
Tachometer (if so equipped) ..................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................2-5
Fuel gauge .............................................................2-6
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-7
Theft warning (if so equipped) .............................2-13
Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-15
Daytime running light system (Canada only) .......2-15
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-17
Instrument brightness control ...............................2-17Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-18
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray ...........2-18
Power point (if so equipped) ................................2-19
Cup holder (if so equipped) .................................2-20
Dome light and cargo light ...................................2-21
Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-21
Manual windows ...................................................2-22
Power windows (if so equipped) ..........................2-22
Automatic power window switch ..........................2-23
Rear sliding window (if so equipped) ...................2-23
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-24
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Turn signal/hazard indicator lightsLow fuel warning light
(if so equipped)orAnti-lock brake warning
light
orBrake warning lightLow washer fluid warning lightSupplemental air bag warning light
High beam indicator light4-wheel drive indicator lightPassenger supplemental air bag
OFF indicator light.
Seat belt reminder light and chimeCruise indicator light
(if so equipped)Automatic transmission park warning
light
Engine oil pressure warning lightOverdrive off indicator light
(automatic transmission only)Automatic transmission oil temperature
warning light
Charge warning lightMalfunction indicator light
Checking bulbs
Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition
key to ON without starting the engine. The
following lights come on:
,,,or,,
If the driver side seat belt is fastened thelight 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.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND CHIMES
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Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
These lights flash when the turn signal
switch or hazard switch is turned on.
orBrake 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 ``Brake and clutch fluid''
in the ``Do-it-yourself'' section of this
manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warning system checked by an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
WARNING
I
Your brake system may not be work-
ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise have your vehicle towed.
IPressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake
fluid level may increase your stop-
ping distance and require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
IIf the level is below the minimum
mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do
not drive until the brake system has
been checked at an authorized NIS-
SAN dealer.
High beam indicator light
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.
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten
your seat belts. If the driver's seat belt is
NOT securely fastened when the ignition
key is turned to ON or START, the chime
sounds five times and the light illuminates.
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.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
supplemental restraint system needs ser-
vicing and your vehicle must be taken to an
authorized authorized NISSAN dealer:
1. The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on and remain on for 7
seconds and then go off as described
above.
2. The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently or remains on.
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3. The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemen-
tal restraint system may not function properly.
For additional details on the Supplemental
restraint system (Supplemental air bag sys-
tem), see the ``Seats, restraints and supple-
mental air bag systems'' section of this
manual
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the air
bag will not operate in an accident.
Passenger supplemental air
bag OFF indicator light
The passenger supplemental air bag is
equipped with an ON/OFF switch. The
switch is located in the center of the instru-
ment panel, near the ashtray. When the
switch is turned to the ON position, the
passenger supplemental air bag is enabled
and could 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. Thepassenger supplemental air bag OFF indi-
cator light on the instrument panel illumi-
nates when the passenger supplemental air
bag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF
position. The driver's side supplemental air
bag always remains enabled and is not
affected by the passenger supplemental air
bag ON/OFF switch. The key for the pas-
senger 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 ªPassenger supplemental
air bag ON/OFF switch and lightº in Section
1 for details.
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 engineimmediatelyand call an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
The oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use
the dipstick to check the oil level.See
``Engine oil'' in the ``Do-it-yourself'' section
of this manual.
CAUTION
Running the engine with the oil pres-
sure warning light on could cause seri-
ous damage to the engine almost im-
mediately. Turn off the engine as soon
as it is safe to do so.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate a problem with the
charging system. Turn the engine off and
check the generator belt. If the belt is loose,
broken, missing or if the light remains on, see
an authorized NISSAN dealer immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Low fuel warning light
(if so equipped)
This light comes on when the fuel in the tank
is low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,
preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E
(Empty).
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There will be a small reserve of fuel
remaining in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches E (Empty).
Low washer fluid warning
light (Canada only)
This light comes on when the washer tank
fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as
necessary. See ``Window washer fluid'' in
the ``Do-it-yourself'' section of this manual.
4-wheel drive indicator light
This light comes on when the transfer shift
control lever is in the 4H or 4L position.
WARNING
IWhen parking the vehicle, apply the
parking brake and always make sure
to shift the transfer control levers
into the 2H, 4H or 4L position.
IFailure to engage the transfer lever
in 2H, 4H or 4L could result in the
vehicle moving unexpectedly, which
in turn could result in serious per-
sonal injury or property damage.
Automatic transmission park
warning light
(
model)
This light indicates that the automatic trans-
mission parking function is not engaged. If
the transfer control is not secured in any
drive position while the automatic transmis-
sion selector lever is in the P position, the
transmission will disengage and the wheel
will not lock.
Shift the transfer control lever into the 2H or
4L position when the warning light comes
on.
IWhen parking, always make sure that the
transfer lever is in H or 4L and the
parking brake is set.
IIf the ATP light is ON, this indicates that
the automatic transmission P position will
not function and the transfer lever is in N
(neutral).
IFailure to engage the transfer control
lever in H or 4L could result in the vehicle
moving unexpectedly, resulting in serious
personal injury or property damage.
Automatic transmission oil
temperature warning light
(
model)
This light comes on when the automatic
transmission 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.
Continued vehicle operation when the
A/T oil temperature warning light is on
may damage the automatic transmis-
sion.
Cruise indicator light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on while the vehicle speed
is controlled by the cruise control system. If
the CRUISE indicator blinks, have the sys-
tem checked by an authorized NISSAN
dealer.
orAnti-lock brake warn-
ing light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate a potential problem
with the anti-lock brake system. Have the
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