2001 NISSAN FRONTIER headlight bulb

2 Instruments and controls
Meters and gauges ................................................2-2
Speedometer and odometer .............................2-3............................................2-3
Tachometer........................................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................2-5
Fuel gauge ........................................................2-6
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-7
Checking bulbs ..................................................2-7
Warning lights ....................................................2-8
Indicator lights .................................................2-10
Chimes.............................................................2-12
Security system ..................................................2-12
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ........2-12
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................2-15
Switch operation ..............................................2-16
Rear window defogger switch (Crew Cab
models only) .........................................................2-16
Headlight and turn signal switch ..........................2-17
Headlight switch ..............................................2-17
Turn signal switch............................................2-18
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch .............................2-19Horn ......................................................................2-19
Power point (if so equipped) ................................2-20
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray ...........2-20
Storage .................................................................2-21
Storage compartment (Crew Cab
models only) ....................................................2-21
Cup holders (if so equipped) ...........................2-21
Glove box ........................................................2-22
Grocery hooks (King Cab only) .......................2-23
Windows ...............................................................2-23
Power windows (if so equipped) .....................2-23
Manual windows ..............................................2-25
Rear sliding window (if so equipped) ..............2-25
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-25
Tilting the sunroof ............................................2-25
Removing/installing..........................................2-26
Interior lights .........................................................2-28
Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-29
Illuminated entry system ......................................2-29
Battery saver ...................................................2-29
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FCC Notice:
Changes or modification not expressly
approved by the manufacturer for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference re-
ceived including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.HEADLIGHTS
The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type
which uses a replaceable headlight (halo-
gen) bulb. A bulb can be replaced from
inside the engine compartment without re-
moving the headlight assembly.
CAUTION
cHigh pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the halogen bulb. The bulb
may break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.
cWhen handling the bulb, do not
touch the glass envelope.
CAUTION
cUse the same number and wattage
as originally installed:
Wattage 65/55
Bulb No. HB5/9007*
*: Always check with the Parts De-
partment at an authorized NISSAN
dealer for the latest parts informa-
tion.
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LIGHTS
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cAiming is not necessary after replac-
ing the bulb. When aiming adjust-
ment is necessary, contact an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer.
cDo not leave the bulb out of the
headlight reflector for a long period
of time as dust, moisture, and smoke
may enter the headlight body and
affect the performance of the head-
light.
Replacing the headlight bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative (2) battery
cable.
3 Disconnect the electrical connector from
the rear end of the bulb.
4. Turn the bulb retaining ring counterclock-
wise until it is free from the headlamp
reflector and then remove it.
5. Carefully remove the headlight bulb. Do
not shake or rotate the bulb when remov-
ing it.
DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB.6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
cBe sure the lip of the bulb socket
contacts the headlight body.
Adjusting the headlight aim
Before performing aiming adjustment, make
sure of the following:
a. Use an aiming wall screen.
b. Keep all of the tires inflated to the correct
pressure.
c. Place the vehicle and screen on level
ground.
d. See that the vehicle is unloaded (except
for full levels of coolant, engine oil and
fuel, and that the spare tire, jack, and
tools are stored). Have the driver or an
equivalent weight placed in the driver's
seat.
1. Open the hood. Turn headlamp low
beam on.
2. Adjust the vertical aim by turning the
adjustment screw.
cCover the opposite lamp and ensure the
fog lamps (if so equipped) are turned off.cAdjust beam pattern until cutoff line is
positioned at the same height off ground
as bulb center (on H-line).
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If the vehicle front body has been repaired
and/or the headlight assembly has been
replaced, check aiming. Use the aiming
chart shown in the illustration.
cBasic illuminating area should be within
the range shown. Adjust headlamps ac-
cordingly.
FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped)
Replacing the fog light bulb
CAUTION
cHigh pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the halogen bulb. The bulb
may break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.
cWhen handling the bulb, do not
touch the glass envelope.
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LDI0028
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1. Remove screw.
2. Disconnect connector.
3. Push the fog light assembly towards the
front of the vehicle and pull out to expose
the rear of the assembly.
4. Rotate the bulb cover counterclockwise
and remove.
5. Lift the spring retainer.
6. Remove the fog light bulb from housing.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal. DO NOT TOUCH THE
BULB.EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.*
Front combination light:
Headlight 55/65 9007
Turn signal light 28.5 3456k
Parking light side front 5 168
Side marker 5 168
Rear combination light:
Turn signal 27 3157NA
Stop/Tail 27/7 3157k
Back-up 27 3156k
License plate light 3.8 168
Fog light 55 H3
Dome light type A Ð 83
Dome light type B Ð Ð
Dome light type C Ð Ð
Dome and cargo light 10 Ð
Map light 8 578
High-mounted stop lightSee an authorized NISSAN
dealer for assistance.
*: Always check with the Parts Department at an authorized NISSAN dealer for the latest parts
information.
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Headlights .................................................. 8-29
Hood release ............................................... 3-8
Horn ........................................................... 2-19
Hubs
Auto-lock free-running hubs ................. 5-21
I
Indicator lights and chimes (See warning/
indicator lights and chimes) ......................... 2-7
Inside mirror ............................................... 3-13
Instrument brightness control .................... 2-17
J
Jump seat .................................................... 1-8
Jump starting ............................................... 6-8
K
Key ............................................................... 3-2
Keyless entry system (See multi-remote
control system) ............................................ 3-4
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label ....... 10-14
Emission control information label...... 10-14
Engine serial number ......................... 10-13F.M.V.S.S. certification label .............. 10-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate .................................................... 10-12
Warning labels (for SRS) ..................... 1-20
Light
Air bag warning light............................. 1-20
Brake light (See stop light) ................... 8-33
Bulb check/instrument panel .................. 2-7
Bulb replacement.................................. 8-33
Headlight aiming adjustment ................ 8-30
Headlight and turn signal switch .......... 2-17
Headlights ............................................. 8-29
Light bulbs ............................................ 8-29
Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF
switch and light ..................................... 1-17
Spotlights (See map light) .................... 2-29
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ...... 2-7
Lock
Door locks............................................... 3-2
Power door locks .................................... 3-3
Luggage rack (see roof rack) ...................... 3-9
Luggage (See vehicle loading
information) .............................................. 10-15
M
Maintenance
General maintenance ............................. 9-2
Inside the vehicle.................................... 9-3
Maintenance precautions ....................... 8-2
Outside the vehicle ................................. 9-2
Periodic maintenance schedules ............ 9-5Seat belt maintenance.......................... 1-31
Under the hood and vehicle ................... 9-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ............... 2-11
Manual windows ........................................ 2-25
Map lights .................................................. 2-29
Meters and gauges ...................................... 2-2
Mirror
Inside mirror.......................................... 3-13
Outside mirror control ........................... 3-14
Outside mirrors ..................................... 3-13
Vanity mirror ......................................... 3-13
Multi-remote control system ........................ 3-4
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) ...... 10-5
Odometer ..................................................... 2-3
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .............................................. 10-2
Changing engine oil.............................. 8-11
Changing engine oil filter...................... 8-13
Checking engine oil level ..................... 8-10
Engine oil .............................................. 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ................................... 10-6
Engine oil viscosity ............................... 10-7
Outside mirror control ................................ 3-14
Outside mirrors .......................................... 3-13
Overdrive switch ............................... 5-13, 5-14
Overheat
If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-10
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