2000 NISSAN FRONTIER air conditioning

Air recirculation button (if
so equipped)
NOTE:
The air recirculation feature is available
only on those vehicles equipped with air
conditioning.
OFF position (indicator light off):
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment and distributed through the
selected outlets.
Use the OFF position for normal heater or
air conditioner operation.
ON position (indicator light on):
Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle.
Push the
button to the on position
when:
Idriving on a dusty road.
Ito prevent traffic fumes from entering the
passenger compartment.
Ifor maximum cooling when using the air
conditioner.
Air conditioner button (if so
equipped)
Start the engine, move the fan control dial to
the desired (one to four) position, and push
the air conditioner button to turn on the air
conditioner. The indicator light comes on
when the air conditioner is operating. To turn
off the air conditioner, push the button
again.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
HEATER OPERATION
Heating
This mode is used to direct hot air mainly
from the floor outlets. A small amount of air
also flows from the defrost outlets.
1. Push the
button (if so equipped) to
the off position for normal heating.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
po-
sition.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired
position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to thedesired position between the middle and
the hot position.
Ventilation
This mode directs outside air from the side
and center vents.
1. Push the
button (if so equipped) to
the off position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
po-
sition.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired
position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Defrosting/defogging
This mode is used to defrost/defog the
windows.
1. Turn the air control dial to the
po-
sition.
IWhen the
position is selected, the
air conditioner automatically turns on
(however, the indicator light will not illu-
minate) if the outside temperature is
more than 45äF(7äC). This dehumidifies
the air which helps defog the windshield.
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the on position. Be sure to return the air
recirculation button to the off position for
normal cooling.
Dehumidfied heating
This mode is used to heat and dehumidfy
the air.
1. Push the
button to the off position.
2. Turn the air control dial to the
po-
sition.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired
position.
4. Turn on the air conditioner button. The
indicator light comes on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Dehumidfied defrosting/defogging
This mode is used to defog the windows
and dehumidify the air.
1. Turn the air control dial to the
po-
sition.
IWhen the
,or positions in
between are selected, the air conditioner
automatically turns on (however, the in-
dicator light will not illuminate) if theoutside temperature is more than 45äF
(7äC). This dehumidifies the air which
helps defog the windshield. The
mode automatically turns off, al-
lowing outside air to be drawn into the
passenger compartment to further im-
prove the defogging performance.
2. Turn the fan control dial to the desired
position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Operating tips
IKeep windows and sunroof closed while
the air conditioner is in operation.
IAfter parking in the sun, drive for two or
three minutes with the windows open to
vent hot air from the passenger compart-
ment. Then, close the windows. This
allows the air conditioner to cool the
interior more quickly.
IThe air conditioning system should be
operated for approximately ten min-
utes at least once a month. This helps
prevent damage to the system due to
lack of lubrication.
IIf the engine coolant temperaturegauge indicates engine coolant tem-
perature over the normal range, turn
the air conditioner off. See²If your
vehicle overheats²in the²In case of
emergency²section of this manual.
AIR FLOW CHARTS
The following charts show the button and
dial positions forMAXIMUM AND QUICK
heating, cooling or defrosting.The air recir-
culation switch should always be in the
OFF position for heating and defrosting.
When the
,or positions in be-
tween are selected, the air conditioner au-
tomatically turns on (however, the indicator
light will not illuminate) if the outside tem-
perature is more than 45äF(7äC). This de-
humidifies the air which helps defog the
windshield. The
mode automatically
turns off, allowing outside air to be drawn
into the passenger compartment to further
improve the defogging performance..
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Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
US
measureImp
measureLiter
Manual transmission gear oilKA24DE 4x2 4-1/4 pt 3-1/2 pt 2.0
API GL-4*1 Viscosity SAE 75W-90 only
4x4 10-3/8 pt 8-5/8 pt 4.9
VG33E 4x2 5-1/8 pt 4-1/4 pt 2.4
4x4 10-3/4 pt 9 pt 5.1
Manual steering gear oil 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.62 API GL-4*1
Final driveKA24DE 4x2 M/T
API GL-5*1 Regular cab 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5
King cab 2-3/4 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.3
4x2 A/T 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5
4x4 Front 2-3/4 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.3
Rear 2-3/4 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.3
VG33E 4x4 Front 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5
Rear 5-7/8 pt 4-7/8 pt 2.8
Transfer fluidKA24DE 2-3/8 qt 2 qt 2.2
Nissan Matic `D' (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada
NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid or API GL-4. *4
VG33E 2-3/8 qt 2 qt 2.2
Automatic transmission fluid
Refill to the proper oil level according to
the instructions in the ``Do-it-yourself''
section.Nissan Matic `D' (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada
NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid. *4
Power steering fluidGenuine NISSAN PSF II or equivalent *7
Brake and clutch fluidGenuine Nissan Brake Fluid*5 or equivalent
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease Ð Ð Ð NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Complex)
Air conditioning system refrigerant lb (kg) 1.32 - 1.54 (0.60 - 0.70) HFC-134a (R-134a)*6
Air conditioning system lubricant 6.8 oz 7.0 oz 200 ml Nissan A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent*6
*1: For further details, see ``Recommended SAE gear oil viscosity''.
*2: SAE 90 is acceptable in temperatures above 0ÉF (þ18ÉC).
*3: Contact your NISSAN dealer for a list of approved oils.
*4: Dexron
TMIII/MerconTMor equivalent may also be used. Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact an authorized Nissan dealership for more information regarding suitable
fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DexronTMIII/MerconTMAutomatic Transmission Fluid.
*5: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an authorized NISSAN dealer.
*6: For further details, see ``Air conditioner specification label''.
*7: Genuine NISSAN PSF, Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmmission Fluid, Dexron
TMIII/MerconTM, or equivalent ATF may also be used.
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I80W-90 for the differential and 75W-90
for the transfer case are preferable for
ambient temperatures 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
The use of any other refrigerant or
lubricant will cause severe damage to
the air conditioning system and will
require the replacement of all air con-
ditioner system components.
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.
An authorized NISSAN dealer has the
trained technicians and equipment needed
to recover and recycle your air conditioner
system refrigerant.
Contact an authorized NISSAN dealer whenservicing your air conditioner system.
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WARNING
Improper loading may be dangerous. If
a load is too far back, it can affect
handling characteristics. If a load is too
far forward, the front axle may be over-
loaded.
When the truck is used to carry a slide-in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the camper manufacturer's
weight figure, plus:
Ithe weight of installed additional camper
equipment not included in the camper
manufacturer's weight figure,
Ithe weight of camper cargo,
Iand the weight of occupants in the
camper.
The total cargo load should not exceed the
truck's pay load weight rating and the camp-
er's center of gravity should fall within thetruck's recommended center of gravity loca-
tion zone when installed.
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading can
adversely affect vehicle handling, brak-
ing and performance and may lead to
accidents.
Payload Weight Ratings
The payload weight ratings shown on the
following pages indicate the maximum total
weight of passengers, optional equipment
(air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo
that your vehicle is designed to carry.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that
you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See²Ve -
hicle Loading Information²earlier in this
section for details.
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Payload Weight Ratings(1)(KA24DE Engine)
2WD 4WD
Regular Cab King Cab King Cab
Manual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
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TransmissionManual
Transmission
XE XE XE XE XE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635
California 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635 1400 635
Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A 1400 635 1400 635 N/A N/A
(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional
equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle is designed
to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your
vehicle. See²Vehicle Loading Information²earlier in this section for details.
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Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33E Engine)
2WD 4WD
King Cab
Manual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
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TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
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Transmission
XE XE SE SE XE XE SE SE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1168 530
California 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1200 544 1168 530
Canada 1200 544 1200 544 N/A N/A N/A N/A 1200 544 1200 544 N/A N/A N/A N/A
(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle
is designed to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See²Vehicle Loading Information²earlier in this section for details.
Payload Weight Ratings(1)(VG33E Engine)
2WD 4WD
Crew Cab
Manual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
TransmissionManual
TransmissionAutomatic
Transmission
XE XE SE SE XE XE SE SE
lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
Federal 1200 544 1177 534 1133 5141111 5 0 4 111 3 5 0 51080 490 1036 470 1003 455
California 1200 544 1177 534 1133 5141111 5 0 4 111 3 5 0 51080 490 1036 470 1003 455
Canada 1200 544 1177 5341111 5 0 41089 494 1080 490 1047 475 1003 455 970 440
(1) The payload weight rating is the maximum total weight of passengers, optional equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch, etc) and cargo that your vehicle
is designed to carry. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. See²Vehicle Loading Information²earlier in this section for details.
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tongue load, overload, worn suspension
or other possible causes of either con-
dition.
IAlways secure items in the trailer to
prevent load shift while driving.
IBe certain your outside mirrors conform
to all federal, state or local regulations. If
not, install any mirrors required for tow-
ing before driving the vehicle.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding
of the vehicle's behavior, you should prac-
tice turning, stopping and backing up in an
area which is free from traffic. Steering,
stability and braking performance will be
somewhat different than under normal driv-
ing conditions.
IAlways secure items in the trailer to
prevent load shift while driving.
I
Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or
stops.
IAvoid sharp turns or lane changes.
IAlways drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.
IAlways block the wheels on both vehicleand trailer when parking. Parking on a
slope is not recommended; however, if
you must do so, and if your vehicle is
equipped with automatic transmission,
first block the wheels and apply the
parking brake, and then move the trans-
mission shift selector lever into the P
(Park) position. If you move the shift
lever to the P (Park) position before
blocking the wheels and applying the
parking brake, transmission damage
could occur.
IWhen going down a hill, shift into a lower
gear and use the engine braking effect.
When ascending a long grade, down-
shift the transmission to a lower gear
and reduce speed to reduce chances of
engine overloading and/or overheating.
However, for long steep grades, do not
stay in 1st or 2nd gear when driving
above 35 MPH (56 km/h).
IIf the engine coolant rises to an ex-
tremely high temperature when the air
conditioning system is on, turn off the air
conditioner. Coolant heat can be addi-
tionally vented by opening the windows,
switching the fan control to high and
setting the temperature control to the
HOT position.ITrailer towing requires more fuel than
normal circumstances.
IAvoid towing a trailer for your vehicle's
first 500 miles (805 km).
IHave your vehicle serviced more often
than at intervals specified in the recom-
mended Maintenance Schedule.
IWhen making a turn, your trailer wheels
will be closer to the inside of the turn
than your vehicle wheels. To compen-
sate for this, make a larger than normal
turning radius during the turn.
ICrosswinds and rough roads adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly
causing vehicle sway. When being
passed by larger vehicles, be prepared
for possible changes in crosswinds that
could affect vehicle handling. If swaying
does occur, firmly grip the steering
wheel, steer straight ahead, and imme-
diately (but gradually) reduce vehicle
speed. This combination helps to stabi-
lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.
IBe careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires
considerably more distance than normal
passing. Remember the length of the
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