2002 NISSAN FRONTIER Owners Manual

FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE
fuel level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during brak-
ing, turning, acceleration, or going up or
down hills.
The gauge needle returns to empty (E) after
the ignition key is turned OFF.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge
registers E (Empty).
The
indicates that the fuel filler lid islocated on the passenger side of the
vehicle.
CAUTION
cIf the vehicle runs out of fuel, the
malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon
as possible. After a few driving trips,
the
lamp should turn off. If the
lamp remains on after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by
an authorized NISSAN dealer.
cFor additional information, see the
(Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)(
later in this section.This unit has the following functions:
cMeasures terrestrial magnetism and in-
dicate heading direction of vehicle
cIndicates outside air temperature
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COMPASS AND OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (if
so equipped)
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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DIS-
PLAY
Push the MODE switch when the ignition
key is in the ACC or ON position. The
outside temperature will be displayed in ÉF.
cPush the MODE switch to change from
ÉF to ÉC.cWhen the outside temperature is be-
tween 130ÉF (55ÉC) and 158ÉF (70ÉC),
the display shows 130ÉF (55ÉC).
cWhen the outside temperature is
lower than -40ÉF (-40ÉC) or higher
than 158ÉF (70ÉC), the display shows
only___
though it is operating. This
is not a malfunction.
cThe outside temperature sensor is
located in front of the radiator. The
sensor may be affected by road or
engine heat, wind direction and other
driving conditions. The display may
differ from the actual outside tem-
perature or the temperature dis-
played on various signs or bill-
boards.
cTemperature display will not update
unless the vehicle is moving faster
than 12 mph (20 km/h), or the ignition
switch has been OFF for 4 hours.
COMPASS DISPLAY
Push the MODE switch when the ignition
key is in the ACC or ON position. The
direction will be displayed.
Zone variation change procedure
The difference between magnetic north and
geographical north is known as variance. In
some areas, this difference can sometimes
be great enough to cause false compass
readings. Follow these instructions to set
the variance for your particular location if
this happens:
1. Establish your location on the zone map.
Refer to the illustration. Record your
zone number.
2. Push the MODE switch in for five sec-
onds until the current zone entry number
is displayed.
3. Press the MODE switch repeatedly until
the new zone entry number is displayed.
Once the desired zone number is displayed,
stop pressing the MODE switch and the
display will show compass direction within a
few seconds.
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cIf a magnet is located near the com-
pass or the vehicle is driven where the
terrestrial magnetism is disturbed, the
compass display may not indicate the
correct direction.
cIn places where the terrestrial magne-
tism is disturbed, the correction of the
direction starts automatically.
Correction functions of the compass
display
The compass display is equipped with au-
tomatic correction function. If the direction is
not shown correctly, carry out the manual
correction procedure set out below.
Manual correction procedure
1. Push the MODE switch for about 10
seconds. The ``CAL'' symbol will illumi-
nate.
2. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open and
safe area. The initial correction is com-
plete while turning in one or two turns.
In places where the earth's magnetism is
disturbed, the initial correction procedure
may start automatically.
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Turn signal/hazard indicator lightsLow washer fluid warning lightorAnti-lock brake warning
light
orBrake warning light4-wheel drive indicator light
(model)Supplemental air bag warning light
High beam indicator lightCRUISE main switch indicator lightPassenger supplemental air bag
OFF indicator light (except crew cab
models)
Seat belt warning light and chimeCruise SET switch indicator light
(if so equipped)Automatic transmission park warning
light (model)
Engine oil pressure warning lightOverdrive off indicator light
(automatic transmission only)Automatic transmission oil tempera-
ture warning light (model)
Charge warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)Door open warning light (if so
equipped)
Low fuel warning 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 AUDIBLE
REMINDERS
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WARNING LIGHTS
orAnti-lock brake warn-
ing light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock brake
system is not functioning properly. Have the
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.
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.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation when the
A/T oil temperature warning light is on
may damage the automatic transmis-
sion.
Automatic transmission park
warning light (
model)
This light indicates that the automatic trans-
mission parking function is not engaged. If
the transfer control shift lever is not secured
in any drive position while the automatic
transmission selector lever is in the P (Park)
position, the vehicle may move unexpect-
edly.
Shift the transfer control shift lever into the
2H, 4H, or 4L position when the warning
light comes on.
cWhen parking, always make sure that the
transfer control shift lever is in 2H, 4H, or
4L and the parking brake is set.
cIf the ATP light is ON, this indicates that
the automatic transmission P (Park) po-
sition will not function and the transfer
control shift lever is in the N (Neutral)
position.c
Failure to engage the transfer control shift
lever in 2H, 4H, or 4L could result in the
vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting in
serious personal injury or property dam-
age.
WARNING
cIf the ATP light is ON, this indicates
that the automatic transmission P
(Park) position will not function and
the transfer control shift lever is in
the N (Neutral) position.
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''
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in the ``Maintenance and 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
c
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
because driving it could be danger-
ous.
cPressing 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.
cIf the brake fluid level is below the
MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at
an authorized NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the charging system
is not functioning properly. 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 im-
mediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light (if
so equipped)
This light comes on when any of the doors
are not closed securely while the ignition
key is in the ON position.
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 engine 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'' sec-
tion of this manual.
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty. Turn off the engine
as soon as it is safe to do so.
Low fuel warning light
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).
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
This light comes on when the washer tank
fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as
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necessary. See ``Window washer fluid'' in
the ``Maintenance and do-it-yourself'' sec-
tion of this manual.
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten
your seat belts. The light illuminates when-
ever the ignition key is turned to ON or
START, and remains illuminated until the
driver's seat belt is fastened. At the same
time, the chime sounds for about seven
seconds unless the driver seat belt is se-
curely fastened.
Refer to ªSeat beltsº in the ªSeats, restraints
and supplemental air bag systemsº section
for precautions on seat belt usage.
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 air bag and pre-tensionerseat belt systems need servicing and your
vehicle must be taken to an authorized
authorized NISSAN dealer:
cThe supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 sec-
onds.
cThe supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
cThe supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemen-
tal air bag system and/or the pre-tensioner
seat belts may not function properly. For
additional details, see the ``Seats, restraints
and supplemental air bag systems'' section of
this manual.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the
supplemental air bag or pre-tensioner
seat belt system will not operate in an
accident.
Passenger supplemental air
bag OFF indicator light (ex-
cept Crew Cab models)
The passenger supplemental air bag is
equipped with an ON/OFF switch. The
switch is located in the center of the instru-
ment panel. When the switch is turned to
the ON position, the passenger supplemen-
tal air bag is enabled and could inflate in a
frontal collision. When the switch is turned
to the OFF position, the passenger supple-
mental air bag is disabled and will not inflate
in a frontal collision. The passenger supple-
mental air bag OFF indicator light on the
instrument panel illuminates when the pas-
senger 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 passenger supple-
mental 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 ªPassen-
ger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch
and lightº in the9Seats, restraints and
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