2015 NISSAN FRONTIER brakes

Trailer lights
CAUTION
When splicing into the vehicle electrical
system, a commercially available power-
type module/converter must be used to
provide power for all trailer lighting. This
unit uses the vehicle battery as a direct
power source for all trailer lights while
using the vehicle tail light, stoplight and
turn signal circuits as a signal source. The
module/converter must draw no more that
15 milliamps from the stop and tail lamp
circuits. Using a module/converter that
exceeds these power requirements may
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
See a reputable trailer dealer to obtain the
proper equipment and to have it installed.
Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or
local regulations. For assistance in hooking up
trailer lights, contact a NISSAN dealer or repu-
table trailer dealer. Vehicles equipped with the
optional trailer tow package are equipped with a
7-pin trailer harness connector. A flat 4–pin har-
ness is available from your dealer for vehicles
without a tow package. If your trailer is equipped
with a flat 4-pin connector, an adapter will be
needed to connect the trailer lights to the vehicle.
Adapters are available at auto parts stores and
hitch retailers.
Trailer brakes
If your trailer is equipped with a braking system,
make sure it conforms to federal and/or local
regulations and that it is properly installed.
Vehicles equipped with a 7–pin trailer harness
connector are pre-wired for a trailer brake con-
troller. See a NISSAN dealer for a trailer brake
adapter harness.
WARNING
Never connect a trailer brake system di-
rectly to the vehicle brake system.
When towing a trailer load of 3,500 lbs.
(1587 kg) or more, trailers with a brake
system MUST be used. However, most states
require a separate braking system on trailers with
a loaded weight above a specific amount. Make
sure the trailer meets the local regulations and
the regulations where you plan to tow.
Several types of braking systems are available.
Surge Brakes -The surge brake actuator is
mounted on the trailer tongue with a hydraulic line
running to each trailer wheel. Surge brakes are
activated by the trailer pushing against the hitch
ball when the tow vehicle is braking. Hydraulic
surge brakes are common on rental trailers and
some boat trailers. In this type of system, there is no hydraulic or electric connection for brake op-
eration between the tow vehicle and the trailer.
Electric Trailer Brakes -Electric braking sys-
tems are activated by an electronic signal sent
from a trailer brake controller (special brake-
sensing module) . If electric trailer brakes are
used, refer to “Electric trailer brake controller
in
this section.
Have a professional supplier of towing equip-
ment make sure the trailer brakes are properly
installed and demonstrate proper brake function
testing.
Electric trailer brake controller
Trailers equipped with electric brakes may re-
quire the installation of an aftermarket trailer
brake controller.
A Genuine NISSAN jumper harness is available
that is specifically designed to be used when
installing an aftermarket brake controller.
Install the aftermarket electric trailer brake con-
troller according to the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
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To drive away:1. Start the vehicle.
2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks. ● While going downhill, the weight of the
trailer pushing on the tow vehicle may de-
crease overall stability. Therefore, to main-
tain adequate control, reduce your speed
and shift to a lower gear. Avoid long or
repeated use of the brakes when descend-
ing a hill, as this reduces their effectiveness
and could cause overheating. Shifting to a
lower gear instead provides “engine brak-
ing” and reduces the need to brake as fre-
quently.
● If the engine coolant temperature rises to a
high temperature, refer to “If your vehicle
overheats” in the “In case of emergency”
section of this owner’s manual.
● Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
circumstances. ●
Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s first
500 miles (805 km) .
● For the first 500 miles (805 km) that you do
tow, do not drive over 50 MPH (80 km/h).
● Have your vehicle serviced more often than
at intervals specified in the recommended
Maintenance Schedule in the “NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide”.
● When making a turn, your trailer wheels will
be closer to the inside of the turn than your
vehicle wheels. To compensate for this,
make a larger than normal turning radius
during the turn.
● Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect ve-
hicle handling.
Do the following if the trailer begins to sway: 1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal to allow the vehicle to coast and steer as
straight ahead as the road conditions allow.
This combination will help stabilize the ve-
hicle
– Do not correct trailer sway by steering or applying the brakes. 2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the
brakes and pull to the side of the road in a
safe area.
3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is bal- anced as described in this section.
● Be careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
siderably more distance than normal pass-
ing. Remember, the length of the trailer must
also pass the other vehicle before you can
safely change lanes.
● Downshift the transmission to a lower gear
for engine braking when driving down steep
or long hills. This will help slow the vehicle
without applying the brakes.
● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long
or too frequently. This could cause the
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency.
● Increase your following distance to allow for
greater stopping distances while towing a
trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
● NISSAN recommends that the cruise con-
trol not be used while towing a trailer.
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10 Index
4WDwarninglight...............2-17A
Active brake limited slip (ABLS) system . . .5-36
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-70
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag
system) ...................1-77
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-84
Airbagwarninglight...........1-85,2-20
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-85, 2-20
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-21
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-24
Air conditioner service ...........4-34
Air conditioner specification label .....9-14
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-8
Heater and air conditioner
controls............4-15,4-21,4-32
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-34
Airflowcharts..............4-18,4-25
Alarm system (See vehicle security system). .2-24
Anchor point locations .............1-31
Antenna .....................4-71
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-15
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-35
Apps .......................4-71
Audible reminders ...............2-24
Audio system ..................4-34 AMradioreception.............4-35
Bluetooth®audio..............4-67
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-44, 4-49, 4-56
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-42
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player.................4-46,4-51
FMradioreception.............4-34
iPod® Player
.............4-61,4-63
iPod® player operation .......4-61,4-63
Radio ....................4-34
Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-69
USB interface ............4-57,4-59
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-57,4-59
Autolight switch .................2-29
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-50
Automatic transmission position indicator
light .....................2-20
Driving with automatic transmission ....5-13
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-15
Automatic door locks ..............3-5
AUXjack.................4-45,4-57
B
Backbutton....................4-7
Battery ..................5-41,8-17
Chargewarninglight............2-16
Battery replacement Keyfob ...................8-30 Before starting the engine
...........5-12
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-20
Block heater Engine ....................5-42
Bluetooth® audio ................4-67
Bluetooth® hands-free phone
system...............4-73,4-87,4-97
Boosterseats..................1-65
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-35
Brake fluid ..................8-15
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-33
Brake system ................5-34
Brakewarninglight.............2-16
Brakewearindicators........2-24,8-25
Parking brake operation ..........5-20
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-25
Brake fluid ....................8-15
Brakes ......................8-25
Brake system ..................5-34
Break-inschedule ...............5-22
Brightness/contrast button ...........4-9
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-31
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-15
Bulbreplacement................8-33
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants..9-2
Cargolightswitch ...............2-33
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-15

Security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system) , engine start........2-25,3-2,5-12
Security systems Vehicle security system ...........2-24
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-25
Service manual order form ...........9-42
Servicing air conditioner .............4-34
Setting button ...................4-7
Shifting Automatic transmission ...........5-14
Manual transmission .............5-18
Shift lock release .................5-16
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-22
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems) . . .1-82
Smartphone connectivity ............4-71
Sonar Rear system .................5-40
Spark plug replacement .............8-21
Spark plugs ...................8-21
Specifications ...................9-9
Speedometer ...................2-4
SRS warning label ................1-84
Stability control .................5-37
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-12
Jump starting .............6-11,8-19
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-13
Starting the engine .............5-12
Starting the engine ...............5-12
Steering Power steering fluid .............8-15
Power steering system ...........5-34
Tilting steering wheel ............3-13
Steering wheel ..................3-13 Steering wheel audio control switch
......4-69
Stoplight.....................8-33
Storage......................2-39
Storage tray ................2-39,2-41
Sunglassescase.................2-43
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-51
Sun visors ....................3-14
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-84
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-85, 2-20
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-77
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels .......1-84
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-70
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .........1-70
Switch Autolightswitch...............2-29
Automatic power window switch ......2-50
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch ....2-37
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch ................2-36
Foglightswitch ...............2-32
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-28
Headlight control switch ..........2-28
Hill descent control switch .........2-35
Ignition switch ................5-10
Instrument brightness control ........2-31
Overdrive switch ...............5-17
Power door lock switch ............3-4
Rear sonar system off switch ........2-37
Rear

window defroster switch .......2-28
Turn signal switch ..............2-32
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch. .2-34
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-27 T
Tachometer ....................2-6
Tailgate ......................3-18
Tailgate latch ............3-18,3-22,3-23
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start .............2-25,3-2,5-12
Three-way catalyst ................5-3
Tie down hooks .................3-23
Tilting steering wheel ..............3-13
Tire Flat tire .....................6-3
Spare tire ...................6-5
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-14
Tire chains ..................8-42
Tire pressure .................8-35
Tire rotation..................8-42
Tires of 4-wheel drive ............8-44
Types of tires .................8-41
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-38
Wheels and tires ...............8-35
Wheel/tire size ................9-10
Tire pressure Low tire pressure warning light .......2-18
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ....5-3
Top tether strap child restraint .........1-30
Towing 2-wheel drive models ............6-15
4-wheel drive models ............6-16
Flattowing..................9-37
Towing load/specification ..........9-30
Towtrucktowing...............6-14
Trailer towing .................9-26
10-6