2016 NISSAN FRONTIER recommended oil

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and applythe parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than
10 minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- insert it all the way. 5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
level. It should be between the H (High) and
L (Low) marksB. This is the normal oper-
ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
the L (Low) mark
A, remove the oil filler cap
and pour recommended oil through the
opening. Do not overfill
C.
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the severity
of operating conditions.
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4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
B.
5. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine oil filter” in
this section.
● Waste oil must be disposed of prop-
erly.
● Check your local regulations.
WARNING
●Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
● Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
● Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot. 6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 25 ft-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
For additional information on drain and refill
capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
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KEY FOB (if so equipped)
Replace the battery in the key fob as follows:
1Open the lid using a coinA.
2Remove the batteryB.
3Install a new batteryCwith the “+” facing
down.
● Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the
battery across the contact points will seri-
ously deplete the storage capacity. ●
Do not touch the internal circuit and electric
terminals as it could cause a malfunction.
● When changing the battery, do not let dust
or oil get on the key fob.
● There is danger of explosion if a lithium bat-
tery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.
Recommended battery: CR2025 or equivalent.
4Close the lid securely.
5. Press the
button, then thebutton two or three times to check the key
fob operation.
If the battery is removed for any reason
other than replacement, perform step 5.
● An improperly disposed battery can
hurt the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
● The key fob is water-resistant; how-
ever, if it does get wet, immediately
wipe completely dry.
● The operational range of the key fob
extends to approximately 33 ft (10 m)
from the vehicle. This range may vary
with conditions.
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9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Fuel recommendation ...........................9-5
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-7
Air conditioner system (if so equipped)
refrigerant and oil recommendations ..............9-8
Specifications .....................................9-9
Engine ........................................9-9
Wheels and tires .............................. 9-10
Dimensions and weights .......................9-11
When traveling or registering in another country ......9-12
Vehicle identification .............................. 9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .........9-12
Engine serial number ........................... 9-13
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-13
Emission control information label ...............9-13
Tire and loading information label ................9-14
Air conditioner specification label
(if so equipped) ............................... 9-14
Installing front license plate ........................9-14
Installing front license plate with grommets .......9-14
Installing front license plate without
grommets .................................... 9-15
Vehicle loading information ........................9-15
Terms ........................................ 9-15
Vehicle load capacity .......................... 9-16Securing the load
.............................. 9-18
Utili-track™ channel system (if so equipped) ......9-19
Loading tips .................................. 9-24
Truck-camper loading information ..................9-24
Crew cab models .............................. 9-24
King Cab models .............................. 9-24
Special Body vehicles .......................... 9-24
Location for center of gravity ....................9-25
Vehicle load weight capacity ....................9-25
Measurement of weights .......................9-26
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-26
Maximum load limits ........................... 9-26
Towing load/specification .......................9-30
Towing safety ................................. 9-31
Flat towing

for 4–Wheel drive vehicle
(if so equipped) ............................... 9-37
Flat towing for rear wheel drive vehicle
(if so equipped) ............................... 9-37
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-38
Emission control system warranty ..................9-39
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-39
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-40
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-41
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-41

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 21-1/8 gal 17-5/8 gal80 L• For additional information, refer to “Recommended fuel” in
this section of the manual.
Engine oil Drain and refill QR25DEWith oil filter
change
4-7/8 qt 4 qt4.6 L• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark*1, Viscosity SAE
5W-30*2
*1 For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations” in this section.
*2 As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE 5W-30 or
SAE 10W-30 conventional petroleum based oils may be used
and meet all specifications and requirements necessary to
maintain the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• For additional information, refer to “Changing engine oil” in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
Without oil fil-
ter change 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt
4.3 L
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change 5-3/8 qt 4-1/2 qt
5.1 L• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent*3
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark*4, Viscosity SAE
5W-30
*3 NISSAN recommends the use of Genuine NISSAN Ester
Oil, available at a NISSAN dealer.
*4 For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations” in this section.
Without oil
filter change 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt
4.8 L
Engine coolant QR25DE With reservoir 2-1/2 gal 2-1/8 gal
9.4 L
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Blue Long Life Antifreeze/
coolant or equivalent
VQ40DE With reservoir 2-3/4 gal 2-1/4 gal 10.2 L
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Manual transmission gear oil 5 M/T 3-1/8 qt 2-1/2 qt
2.9 L• Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi
75W-85 or equivalent
• If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ
Multi is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be
used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine
NISSAN Manual Transmission (MTF) HQ Multi as soon as it is
available.
6 M/T 4X2 4-1/4 qt 3-1/2 qt
4.0 L
6 M/T 4X4 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt 4.2 L
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions
in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. • Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine
NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic trans-
mission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or
Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in drive-
ability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage
the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the
NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Transfer fluid 2-1/8 qt 1-3/4 qt2.0 L• Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF recommended
• Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF will
cause deterioration in driveability and transfer durability, and
may damage the transfer, which is not covered by the NISSAN
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Front final drive oil 1-3/4 pt 1-1/2 pt0.85 L• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5
80W-90 or equivalent conventional (non-synthetic)
Rear final drive oil (except for 6 speed M/T or E-Lock ve-
hicles) 3-3/8 pt 2-7/8 pt
1.6 L • API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
Rear final drive oil (for 6 speed M/T or E-Lock vehicles) 4-1/4 pt 3-1/2 pt 2.0 L• Genuine NISSAN differential oil synthetic 75W-140 or API
GL-5 synthetic gear oil
• Viscosity SAE 75W-140
• It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
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Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Power steering fluid (PSF) —— —• Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
• DEXRON™ VI type ATF may also be used.
• It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid —— —• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent
DOT 3
• Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
• It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
Multi-purpose grease —— — • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant —— —• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner specifica-
tion label” in this section of the manual.
• It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
Air conditioning system oil —— —• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type DH-PR or equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner specifica-
tion label” in this section of the manual.
• It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
Windshield-washer fluid 1-1/4 gal 1 gal4.5 L• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent
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Incorrect ignition timing may result in spark
knock, after-run and/or overheating, which may
cause excessive fuel consumption or engine
damage. If any of the above symptoms are en-
countered, have your vehicle checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is not a
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants
and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recom-
mends the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and ApprovalCommittee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion mark on the front of the container. Oils which
do not have the specified quality label should not
be used as they could cause engine damage.Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not neces-
sary when the proper oil type is used and main-
tenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been
previously used should not be used.
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