2008 NISSAN FRONTIER rear view mirror

OFF position:
Push the air recirculation buttonagain to
turn air recirculation off. The indicator light on
the
button will turn off. Outside air is drawn
into the passenger compartment and distributed
through the selected outlet.
Use the off position for normal heater or air con-
ditioner operation.
Air conditioner button (if so
equipped)
The button is provided only on vehicles equipped
with an air conditioner.
Start the engine, turn the fan control dial to the
desired (1 - 4) position and push the
button to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator
light comes on when the air conditioner is oper-
ating. To turn off the air conditioner, push
the
button again.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Rear window defroster switch
For more information about the rear window de-
froster switch, see “Rear window and outside
mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this manual.
HEATER OPERATION
Heating
This mode is used to direct heated air to the foot
outlets. Some air also flows from the defrost
outlets.
1. Push the
button to the OFF position
for normal heating. The indicator light on
the
button will go off.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
Vent
This mode directs outside air to the side and
center vent.
1. Push the
button to the OFF position.
The indicator light on thebutton will
go off.
2. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position.
3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion.4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position.
Defrosting or defogging
This mode directs the air to the defrost outlets to
defrost/defog the windows.
1. Turn the air flow control dial to the
position.
2. Turn the fan control dial to the desired posi-
tion.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the
hot position.
cTo quickly remove ice or fog from the win-
dows, turn the fan control dial to 4 and the
temperature control lever to the full HOT
position.
cWhen the
position is selected, the air
conditioner automatically turns on (however,
the indicator light will not illuminate) if the
outside temperature is more than 36°F
(2°C) . The air conditioning system will con-
tinue to operate until the fan control dial is
turned to OFF or the vehicle is shut off, even
if the air flow control dial is turned to a
position other than the
position. This
dehumidifies the air which helps defog the
windshield. The
mode automatically
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Pre-towing tips
cBe certain your vehicle maintains a level
position when a loaded and/or unloaded
trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it
has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down
condition; check for improper tongue load,
overload, worn suspension or other possible
causes of either condition.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
c
Keep the cargo load as low as possible in the
trailer to keep the trailer center of gravity low.
cLoad the trailer so approximately 60% of the
trailer load is in the front half and 40% is in
the back half. Also make sure the load is
balanced side to side.
cCheck your hitch, trailer tire pressure, ve-
hicle tire pressure, trailer light operation, and
trailer wheel lug nuts every time you attach a
trailer to the vehicle.
cBe certain your rearview mirrors conform to
all federal, state or local regulations. If not,
install any mirrors required for towing before
driving the vehicle.
cDetermine the overall height of the vehicle
and trailer so the required clearance is
known.
Trailer towing tips
In order to gain skill and an understanding of the
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning,
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability and braking perfor-
mance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.
cAlways secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
cLock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or
lock to prevent the coupler from inadvert-
ently becoming unlatched.
cAvoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
cAvoid sharp turns or lane changes.
cAlways drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed.
cWhen backing up, hold the bottom of the
steering wheel with one hand. Move your
hand in the direction in which you want the
trailer to go. Make small corrections and
back up slowly. If possible, have someone
guide you when you are backing up.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
recommended; however, if you must do so:
CAUTION
If you move the shift selector lever to the P
(Park) position before blocking the
wheels and applying the parking brake,
transmission damage could occur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill
side of the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. After the wheel blocks are in place, slowly
release the brake pedal until the blocks ab-
sorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transmission into P (Park) .
6. Make sure the
indicator light (if so
equipped) indicates the transfer case is in
4H, 4L, or 2H and that the ATP light is off. If
the
indicator light is flashing, or the
ATP light is ON, make sure the transmission
is in P (Park) (AT) and turn the 4WD switch
to 2WD or 4H. See9Automatic transmission
park warning light9in the9Instruments and
controls9section and9Using four wheel
drive9in the9Starting and driving9section.
7. Turn off the engine.
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Precautions on child
restraints............1-21, 1-32, 1-45
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-27
Child safety rear door lock............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders...........2-21
Cleaning exterior and interior..........7-2
Clock......................4-17
Clutch
Clutch fluid.................8-14
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch.....2-33
C.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-10
Cold weather driving..............5-35
Compact disc (CD) player...........4-18
Compass display.................2-9
Console box...................2-38
Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel)......4-26
Heater and air conditioner controls.....4-2
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-9
Checking engine coolant level........8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Corrosion protection...............7-5
Cruise control..................5-19
Cup holders...................2-40
Curtain side-impact and rollover air bag . . .1-63
D
Daytime running light system
(Canada only)..................2-27Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch....................2-24
Dimensions and weights.............9-8
Dimmer switch for instrument panel......2-28
Door locks....................3-3
Door open warning light............2-14
Drive belt....................8-18
Driving
Cold weather driving............5-35
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-12
Driving with manual transmission.....5-16
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel.................5-21
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system......................5-27
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch..................2-32
Emission control information label.......9-11
Emission control system warranty.......9-35
Engine
Before starting the engine.........5-10
Block heater.................5-36
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant..........8-9
Changing engine oil............8-10
Changing engine oil filter..........8-12
Checking engine coolant level........8-8
Checking engine oil level..........8-9
Engine compartment check locations. . . .8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6Engine cooling system............8-8
Engine oil...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil pressure warning light.....2-14
Engine oil viscosity..............9-5
Engine serial number............9-10
Engine specifications.............9-7
Starting the engine.............5-11
Engine oil pressure gauge............2-8
Event data recorders..............9-36
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)........5-2
F
First aid kit....................6-2
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch)......2-29
Flat tire......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid.............7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Clutch fluid.................8-14
Engine coolant................8-8
Engine oil...................8-9
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Window washer fluid............8-15
F.M.V.S.S. certification label..........9-10
Fog light switch.................2-28
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system).....1-59
Front seats....................1-2
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Headlight and turn signal switch......2-25
Headlight control switch..........2-25
Headlights..................8-28
Interior light.................2-47
Light bulbs..................8-28
Low tire pressure warning light......2-15
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-16
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-60
Personal lights...............2-49
Security indicator light...........2-19
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-12
Lights
Map lights..................2-49
Lock
Child safety rear door lock..........3-6
Door locks..................3-3
Power door locks...............3-4
Low fuel warning light.............2-15
Low tire pressure warning light........2-15
Low washer fluid warning light.........2-16
Luggage rack (see roof rack).........2-42
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-12
M
Maintenance
General maintenance............8-2
Inside the vehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
Outside the vehicle..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance...........1-20
Under the hood and vehicle.........8-4
Malfunction indicator light...........2-18
Manual front seat adjustment..........1-2Manual windows................2-45
Map lights....................2-49
Map pocket...................2-39
Meters and gauges................2-3
Instrument brightness control.......2-28
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-13
Inside mirror.................3-12
Outside mirrors...............3-13
Vanity mirror.................3-12
Moonroof....................2-46
Multi-remote control system
(See remote keyless entry system).......3-6
N
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system................2-22, 3-2, 5-10
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating).....9-4
Odometer.....................2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine oil............8-10
Changing engine oil filter..........8-12
Checking engine oil level..........8-9
Engine oil...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil viscosity..............9-5
Outside mirrors.................3-13
Overdrive switch................5-15Overheat
If your vehicle overheats..........6-11
Owner’s manual order form..........9-37
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information....................9-37
P
Parking
Parking brake operation..........5-18
Parking/parking on hills...........5-29
Personal lights.................2-49
Phone, BluetoothThands-free system. . . .4-27
Power
Front seat adjustment............1-4
Power door locks...............3-4
Power outlet.................2-34
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-30
Power windows...............2-43
Rear power windows............2-45
Precautions
Maintenance precautions..........8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions..................5-5
Precautions on child
restraints............1-21, 1-32, 1-45
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-51
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.........1-64
Push starting..................6-11
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R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio...........4-27
Compact Disc (CD) changer.......4-23
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-16
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player....................4-20
Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-26
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-35
Rear power windows..............2-45
Rear sliding window..............2-46
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch......................2-24
Recorders
Event data..................9-36
Refrigerant recommendation..........9-6
Registering your vehicle in another country. . .9-9
Remote keyless entry system..........3-6
Reporting safety defects (US only)......9-35
Roof rack....................2-42
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock..........3-6
Child seat belts........1-21, 1-32, 1-45
Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .9-35
Seat
Jump seat...................1-5
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment........1-2Front power seat adjustment........1-4
Seat belt
Child safety.................1-13
Infants and small children.........1-14
Injured Person................1-15
Larger children...............1-14
Precautions on seat belt usage......1-11
Pregnant women..............1-15
Pre-tensioner seat belt system.......1-64
Seat belt extenders.............1-20
Seat belt maintenance...........1-20
Seat belts..................1-11
Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-19
Three-point type with retractor.......1-15
Seat belt warning light.............2-16
Seatback pockets................2-40
Seats
Adjustment..................1-2
Front seats..................1-2
Heated seats................2-30
Manual front seat adjustment........1-2
Security indicator light.............2-19
Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start........2-22, 3-2, 5-10
Self-adjusting brakes..............8-23
Service manual order form...........9-37
Servicing air conditioner.............4-9
Shift lock release................5-14
Shifting
Automatic transmission...........5-12
Manual transmission............5-16
Shoulder belt height adjustment........1-19
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems). . .1-63
Spark plug replacement............8-19
Speedometer...................2-4SRS warning label...............1-66
Starting
Before starting the engine.........5-10
Jump starting.................6-9
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
Push starting................6-11
Starting the engine.............5-11
Steering
Power steering fluid.............8-13
Power steering system...........5-30
Tilting steering wheel............3-11
Steering wheel audio control switch......4-26
Stop light....................8-30
Storage.....................2-35
Storage tray...............2-35, 2-37
Sun visors....................3-11
Sunglasses case................2-38
Sunroof (see Moonroof)............2-46
Supplemental air bag warning labels.....1-66
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-66, 2-17
Supplemental front impact air bag system . .1-59
Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.......1-66
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-51
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-51
Switch
Autolight switch...............2-26
Automatic power window switch.....2-45
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch . . .2-33
Electronic locking rear differential
(E-Lock) system switch...........2-32
Fog light switch...............2-28
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-29
Headlight and turn signal switch......2-25
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Headlight control switch..........2-25
Hill descent control switch.........2-31
Ignition switch................5-8
Overdrive switch..............5-15
Power door lock switch...........3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch....................2-24
Turn signal switch..............2-28
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch....................2-31
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-23
T
Tachometer....................2-6
Tailgate latch..................3-15
Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge.....2-6
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start.............2-22, 3-2, 5-10
Three-way catalyst................5-2
Tie down hooks.................3-16
Tilting steering wheel..............3-11
Tire
Flat tire....................6-3
Spare tire...................6-4
Tire chains..................8-40
Tire placard.................9-11
Tire pressure................8-33
Tire rotation.................8-40
Tires of 4-wheel drive............8-42
Types of tires................8-39
Uniform tire quality grading.........9-34
Wheels and tires..............8-33
Wheel/tire size................9-8Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light......2-15
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . .5-3
Top tether strap child restraint.........1-24
Towing
2-wheel drive models............6-13
4-wheel drive models............6-14
Flat towing..................9-33
Tow truck towing..............6-12
Towing load/specification.........9-27
Trailer towing................9-23
Transceiver
HomeLinkTUniversal Transceiver.....2-49
Transmission
Driving with automatic transmission. . . .5-12
Driving with manual transmission.....5-16
Selector lever lock release.........5-14
Travel (See registering your vehicle in
another country).................9-9
Trip computer...................2-5
Trip odometer...................2-4
Truck - camper loading.............9-22
Turn signal switch................2-28
U
Uniform tire quality grading...........9-34
V
Vanity mirror...................3-12
Vehicle dimensions and weights........9-8
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch. . .2-31
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system. . . .5-32Vehicle identification...............9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number).................9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate. . . .9-9
Vehicle loading information...........9-12
Vehicle recovery.................6-15
Vehicle security system.............2-21
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle
immobilizer system) , engine start. .2-22, 3-2, 5-10
Ventilators.....................4-2
Visors......................3-11
Voltmeter.....................2-8
W
Warning
4WD warning light.............2-15
Air bag warning light.........1-66, 2-17
Anti-lock brake warning light........2-13
Battery charge warning light........2-14
Brake warning light.............2-13
Door open warning light..........2-14
Engine oil pressure warning light.....2-14
Hazard warning flasher switch.......2-29
Low fuel warning light...........2-15
Low tire pressure warning light......2-15
Low washer fluid warning light.......2-16
Passenger air bag and status light.....1-60
Seat belt warning light...........2-16
Vehicle security system...........2-21
Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-66
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-12
Warning lights..................2-12
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