1999 NISSAN FRONTIER trailer

During the first 1,000 miles (1,609 km),
follow these recommendations for the future
reliability and economy of your new vehicle.
Failure to follow these recommendations
may result in vehicle damage or shortened
engine life.
IDo not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
IDo not drive over the following speed
limits:
two-wheel drive models:
55 MPH (88 km/h)
four-wheel drive models
(2H or 4H position):
55 MPH (88 km/h)
four-wheel drive models
(4L position):
30 MPH (48 km/h)
IDo not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
IAvoid quick starts.
IAvoid hard braking as much as possible.
IDo not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles
(805 km).IAccelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain
cruising speeds with a constant accelera-
tor position.
IDrive at moderate speeds on the high-
way. Driving at high speeds lowers fuel
economy.
IAvoid unnecessary stopping and brak-
ing. Maintain a safe distance behind
other vehicles.
IUse a proper gear range which suits road
conditions. On level roads, shift into high
gear as soon as possible.
IAvoid unnecessary engine idling.IKeep your engine tuned up.
IFollow the recommended periodic main-
tenance schedule.
IKeep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases
tire wear and wastes fuel.
IKeep the front wheels in correct align-
ment. Improper alignment increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
IAir conditioner operation lowers fuel
economy. Use the air conditioner only
when necessary.
IWhen cruising at highway speeds, it is
more economical to use the air condi-
tioner and leave the windows closed to
reduce drag.
I
Use 4H or 4L position only when neces-
sary. Four-wheel drive operation lowers
fuel economy.
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BREAK-IN SCHEDULE INCREASING FUEL
ECONOMY
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CAUTION
IDO NOT OVERFILL.
I
Use ONLY NISSAN Matic `D' (Conti-
nental U.S. and Alaska) or genuine
NISSAN Automatic Transmission
Fluid (Canada). Dexron
TMIII/MerconTM
or equivalent may also be used. Out-
side the continental United States and
Alaska contact an authorized NISSAN
dealership for more information re-
garding suitable fluids, including rec-
ommended brands of Dexron
TM
III/MerconTM.
NOTE:
If the vehicle has been driven for a long
time at high speeds, or in city traffic in
hot weather, or if it is being used to pull
a trailer, the fluid level cannot be read
accurately. You should wait until the fluid
has cooled down (about 30 minutes).The fluid level should be checked using the
HOT MAX range on the power steering fluid
reservoir at fluid temperatures of 122 to
176ÉF (50 to 80ÉC) or using the COLD MAX
range on the power steering fluid reservoir
at fluid temperatures of 32 to 86ÉF (0 to
30ÉC).
CAUTION
IDo not overfill.
IThe recommended fluid is Genuine
NISSAN PSF2.
ADI1069ADI1116ADI1072
POWER STEERING FLUID
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IClean the inner side of the wheels when
the wheel is changed or the underside of
the vehicle is washed.
IDo not use abrasive cleaners when
washing the wheels.
IInspect wheel rims regularly for dents or
corrosion. This may cause loss of pres-
sure or damage the tire bead.
INISSAN recommends waxing the road
wheels to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.
Spare tire
Your vehicle may be equipped with a TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY spare tire.
To avoid property damage or personal injury
when using the TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire, observe the following cautions:
WARNING
IThe spare tire should be used for
emergency use only. It should be
replaced by the standard tire at the
first opportunity to avoid possible
tire or differential damage.IDrive carefully while the TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire is in-
stalled. Avoid sharp turns and
abrupt braking while driving.
IPeriodically check spare tire infla-
tion pressure. Always keep the pres-
sure of the T135/70R16 spare tire at
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar). For the full
size spare tire pressure, check the
tire placecard located on the inside
of the glovebox lid.
IDo not drive the vehicle at speeds
faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).
I
When driving on roads covered with
snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire should be used on
the front wheels and the original tire
used on the rear wheels (drive
wheels). Use tire chains only on the
two rear original tires.
ITire tread of the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster
rate than the standard tire. Replace
the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare
tire as soon as the tread wear indi-
cators appear.IDo not use the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire on other vehicles.
IDo not use more than one TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire at the
same time.
IDo not tow a trailer when the TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY T135/70R16
spare is installed.
CAUTION
I
The transfer control lever must
be in the 2H position to prevent the
transfer case and differential gears
from being damaged.
IDo not use tire chains on a TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire
chains will not fit properly on a TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY spare tire and
may cause damage to the vehicle.
I
Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire is smaller than the original
tire, ground clearance is reduced. To
avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
drive over obstacles. Also, do not
drive the vehicle through an automatic
car wash since it might get caught.
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To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe and
economical driving, NISSAN provides two
periodic maintenance schedules that may
be used, depending upon the conditions in
which you usually drive. These schedules
contain both distance and time intervals, up
to 60,000 miles (96,000 km)/48 months. For
most people, the odometer reading will in-
dicate when service is needed. However, if
you drive very little, your vehicle should be
serviced at the regular time intervals shown
in the schedule.
After 60,000 miles (96,000 km)/48
months, continue periodic maintenance
at the same mileage/time intervals.
SCHEDULE ONE
Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule one
if your driving habits frequently include one
or more of the following driving conditions:
I
Repeated short trips of less than 5
miles (8 km).
I
Repeated short trips of less than 10
miles (16 km) with outside tempera-
tures below freezing.
I
Operating the vehicle in hot weatherduring stop-and-go ``rush hour'' traf-
fic.
I
Extensive idling and/or low speed
driving for long distances, such as
police, taxi or door-to-door delivery
use.
I
Driving in dusty conditions.
I
Driving on rough, muddy, or salt
spread roads.
I
Towing a trailer, using a camper or a
car-top carrier.
SCHEDULE TWO
Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule two
if none of the driving conditions shown in
Schedule one apply to your driving habits.
Maintenance for off-road driving
(
only)
Whenever you drive off-road through sand,
mud or water as deep as the wheel hub,
more frequent maintenance may be re-
quired of the following items:
¶Brake pads and rotors
¶Brake linings and drums
¶Brake lines and hoses
¶Wheel bearing grease and free-running
hub grease
¶Differential, transmission and transfer oil
¶Steering linkage
¶Propeller shafts and front drive shafts
¶Air cleaner filter
These items should be checked frequently
to assure safe and proper operation of your
vehicle.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
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Schedule One
Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform at number of miles, kilometers
or months, whichever comes first.Miles ý 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.5 26.25 30 33.75 37.5 41.25 45 48.75 52.5 56.25 60
(km ý 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48
Chassis and body maintenance
Brake lines & cablesIIII
Brake pads, rotors, drums & liningsIIIIIIII
Automatic transmission, transfer & differen-
tial gear oil (exc. LSD)See NOTE (1)IIII
Limited-slip differential (LSD) gear oil See NOTE (1) I R I I
Manual transmission oil See NOTE (1) I I I [R]
Steering gear (box) & linkage, axle & suspension partsIIIIIIII
Drive shaft boots & propeller shaft (
) IIIIIIII
Front wheel bearing grease (4x2)II
Front wheel bearing grease & free-running
hub grease (
)See NOTE (2)IRIR
Exhaust systemIIIIIIII
Air bag system See NOTE (3)
NOTE: (1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000
miles (48,000 km) or 24 months except for LSD. Change LSD gear oil every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
(2) If operating frequently in water, replace grease every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 3 months.
(3) Inspect the supplemental air bag system 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the FMVSS certification label.
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10 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ......10-2
Fuel recommendation...........................................10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ..............10-6
Recommended sae viscosity number ..................10-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ..................................10-8
Engine ..................................................................10-9
Wheel/tire size ....................................................10-10
Dimensions and weights .................................... 10-11
Registering your vehicle in another country.......10-12
Vehicle identification ..........................................10-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate...........10-12
Vehicle identification number (chassis
number) ..............................................................10-12
Engine serial number .........................................10-13
FMVSS certification label ...................................10-13Emission control information label .....................10-14
Tire placard ........................................................10-14
Air conditioner specification label.......................10-14
Installing license plate ........................................10-15
Vehicle loading information ................................10-15
Securing the load ...............................................10-16
Truck-camper loading.........................................10-17
Trailer towing ......................................................10-21
Towing load/specification chart ..........................10-23
Uniform tire quality grading ................................10-26
Emission control system warranty......................10-27
Reporting safety defects (USA) .........................10-27
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) .....................................................10-28
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could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with
a high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter.
When replacing, use a genuine NISSAN oil
filter or its equivalent for the reason de-
scribed 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 the
engine 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
ISAE 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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Your new vehicle was designed to be used
primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
Remember that towing a trailer will place
additional loads on your vehicle's engine,
drive train, steering, braking and other sys-
tems.
ANissan Trailer Towing Guideis available
from an authorized NISSAN dealer. This
guide includes information on trailer towing
ability and the special equipment required
for proper towing.
Maximum load limits
Maximum trailer loads
Never allow the total trailer load to exceed
the value specified in the following Towing
Load/Specification Chart. The total trailer
load equals trailer weight plus its cargo
weight.
IWhen towing a trailer load of 1,000 lb
(454 kg) or more, trailers with a brake
system MUST be used.
The maximum GCWR (Gross Combined
Weight Rating) should not exceed the value
specified in the following Towing Load/
Specification Chart.
The GCWR equals the combined weight of
the towing vehicle (including passengers
and cargo) plus the total trailer load. Towing
loads greater than these or using improper
towing equipment could adversely affect
vehicle handling, braking and performance.
WARNING
Vehicle damage and/or personal injury
resulting from improper towing proce-
dures is not covered by NISSAN war-ranties. Information on trailer towing
and required towing equipment should
be obtained from dealers who special-
ize in providing trailers or other towing
equipment.
Tongue load
Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11
percent of the total trailer load within the
maximum tongue load limits shown in the
following Towing Load/Specification Chart.
If the tongue load becomes excessive, re-
arrange cargo to allow for proper tongue
load.
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TRAILER TOWING
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