2016 NISSAN TITAN ABS

Warninglight Name Page
4–Wheel Drive
(4WD) warning light
(if so equipped) 2-20
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light2-20
Automatic Transmis-
sion check warning
light2-21
Automatic Transmis-
sion oil temperature
warning light2-21
Automatic Transmis-
sion park warning
light (
model)2-21
Warning
light Name Page
or
Brake warning light 2-21
Charge warning
light 2-22
Diesel Particulate
Filter (DPF) warning
light (if so equipped)2-22
Door open warning
light
2-22
Driver’s seat belt
warning light and
chime2-23
Engine oil pressure
warning light
2-23
Low DEF warning
light (if so equipped)2-23
Warning
light Name Page
Low fuel warning
light 2-23
Low tire pressure
warning light2-23
Malfunction Warn-
ing Light (red) (if so
equipped)2-25
Master warning light 2-25
NISSAN Intelligent
Key® warning light
(if so equipped)2-25
P position selecting
warning light (if so
equipped)2-25
Passenger’s seat
belt warning light
2-26
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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4–Wheel Drive (4WD) warning light
(if so equipped)Low DEF warning light (if so equipped)Engine start operation indicator light
(if so equipped)
orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightLow fuel warning lightFront fog light indicator light (if so equipped)
Automatic Transmission check warning lightLow tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
Automatic Transmission oil temperature
warning lightMalfunction Warning Light (red)
(if so equipped)Hill descent control system ON indicator light
(if so equipped)
Automatic Transmission park warning light
(model)Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL) (yellow)
(For Gas engines only)
orBrake warning lightNISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
(if so equipped)Security indicator light
Charge warning lightP position selecting warning light
(if so equipped)Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light
(if so equipped)Passenger’s seat belt warning lightSlip indicator light
Door open warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightTOW mode ON indicator light
Driver’s seat belt warning light and chimeWater in Fuel warning light (if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightElectronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system ON indicator light (if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-19

CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake,
fasten the seat belts and place the ignition switch
in the ON position without starting the engine.
The following lights (if so equipped) will come on:
,
The following lights (if so equipped) will come on
briefly and then go off:
or,,or,,
,,,
If any light does not come on or operate in a way
other than described, it may indicate a burned-
out bulb and/or a system malfunction. It is recom-
mended that you have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
Some indicators and warnings are also displayed
on the vehicle information display between the
speedometer and tachometer. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
this section.
WARNING LIGHTS
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in this section.
4–Wheel Drive (4WD) warninglight (if so equipped)
The 4WD warning light comes on when the key
switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after the
engine is started.
If the engine or vehicle is not functioning properly,
the warning light will either remain illuminated or
blink. For additional information, refer to “Using
4–wheel drive (4WD)” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
CAUTION
● If the warning light comes on or blinks
during operation, have your vehicle
checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
● Do not drive on dry hard surface roads
in the 4H or 4LO position. If the 4WD
warning light turns on when you are
driving on dry hard surface roads:
– in the 4H position, shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD. – in the 4LO position, stop the vehicle,
move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position with the brake pedal de-
pressed, and shift the 4WD shift
switch to 2WD.
● If the warning light is still on after the
above operation, have your vehicle
checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates and
then turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running or while driving, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func-
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates
normally but without anti-lock assistance. For
additional information, refer to “Brake system” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
2-20Instruments and controls

Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light 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 ve-
hicle and perform the following:1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional information, re-
fer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
WARNING
●Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing 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 driv-
ing it could be dangerous.
● Pressing the brake pedal with the en-
gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort and pedal travel. ●
If 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. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator
When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the ABS warning light illumi-
nate, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the brake system checked and, if
necessary, repaired. It is recommended you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service. Avoid high-
speed driving and abrupt braking. For additional
information, refer to “Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light” in this section.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on while the engine is running,
it may indicate the charging system is not func-
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check
the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken,
missing, or if the light remains on, have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
CAUTION
● Do not ground electrical accessories di-
rectly to the battery terminal. Doing so
will bypass the variable control system
(if so equipped) and the vehicle battery
may not charge completely. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Variable
voltage control system” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
● Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
warning light (if so equipped)
For additional information, refer to the “Titan Die-
sel Owner’s Manual”.
Door open warning light
This light comes on when any of the doors are not
closed securely while the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
A warning also appears in the vehicle information
display showing the specific door(s) that is/are
open.
2-22Instruments and controls

The E-Lock system can help provide added trac-
tion if the vehicle is stuck or becoming stuck.
To activate the E-Lock system:● the 4WD switch must be in the 4LO position
(4-wheel drive vehicles) ,
● the vehicle must be stopped or moving at
4 mph (7 km/h) or less, and
● the E-Lock system switch must be turned
ON. When the E-Lock system switch is turned ON,
the indicator light will flash until the system en-
gages. However, if all operation conditions listed
above are not met or the system becomes disen-
gaged, the indicator light will continue to flash.
The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) system is disabled
and the ABS light illuminates when the E-Lock
system is ON. Also, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system is disabled and the VDC light
illuminates when the E-Lock system is ON.
For additional information, refer to “Electronic
locking rear differential (E-Lock) system” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual for
further explanation and system limitations.
WARNING
●
Never leave the E-Lock system ON when
driving on paved or hard-surfaced
roads. Turning the vehicle may result in
the rear wheels slipping and result in an
accident and personal injury. After us-
ing the E-Lock system to free the ve-
hicle, turn the system OFF. ●
Use the rear differential lock only in an
emergency when it is not possible to
free a stuck vehicle even using 4LO.
Never use the E-Lock system on a slip-
pery road surface such as snow or ice
surface. Using the E-Lock system when
driving in these road conditions may
cause unexpected movement of the ve-
hicle during engine braking, accelerat-
ing or turning, which may result in an
accident and serious personal injury.
● Avoid quick starts while the E-Lock sys-
tem is in operation. Otherwise the
power train system parts could be
damaged.
● Observe the above warnings. Other-
wise, loss of normal steering control
may result This may result in an acci-
dent and serious personal injury.
LIC3157
ELECTRONIC LOCKING REAR
DIFFERENTIAL (E-Lock) SYSTEM
SWITCH (if so equipped)
Instruments and controls2-63

Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system
(if so equipped).................................. 5-50
Eco Drive Report (if so equipped) . . ................5-51
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-52
Power steering . . ................................. 5-53
Brake system .................................... 5-53
Brake precautions ............................. 5-53
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-54
Brake assist .................................. 5-55
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-55
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-57
Hill Descent Control System (if so equipped) ........5-58
Hill start assist system ............................ 5-58
Front and Rear Sonar System (if so equipped) .......5-59 System operation
.............................. 5-60
How to enable/disable the Sonar system . ........5-62
Sonar limitations ............................... 5-62
System maintenance ........................... 5-63
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-63
Freeing a frozen door lock ......................5-63
Antifreeze ..................................... 5-63
Battery ....................................... 5-63
Draining of coolant water .......................5-63
Tire equipment . . .............................. 5-64
Special winter equipment .......................5-64
Driving on snow or ice ......................... 5-64
Engine block heater (if so equipped) .............5-64

CAUTION
●If the warning light comes on during
operation or rapidly after stopping the
vehicle for a while, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
● Shifting between 4H and 4LO is not
recommended when the 4WD warning
light turns on.
● When the warning light comes on, the
2WD mode may be engaged even if the
4WD shift switch is in 4H. Be especially
careful when driving. If corresponding
parts are malfunctioning, the 4WD
mode will not be engaged even if the
4WD shift switch is shifted.
● Do not drive the vehicle in the 4H or 4LO
position on dry hard surface roads. Driv-
ing on dry, hard surfaces in 4H or 4LO
may cause unnecessary noise, tire wear
and increased fuel consumption.
If the 4WD warning light turns on when
you are driving on dry hard surface
roads:
– in the 4H position, shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD. – in the 4LO position, stop the vehicle,
move the automatic transmission
shift lever to the N position with the
brake pedal depressed, and shift the
4WD shift switch to 2WD.
● If the warning light is still on after the
above operation, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
● The transfer case may be damaged if
you continue driving with the warning
message on. The E-Lock system can provide additional trac-
tion and should only be used when a vehicle has
become or is becoming stuck. This system oper-
ates by electronically “locking” the two rear drive
wheels together, allowing them to turn at the
same speed. The system is used when it is not
possible to free a stuck vehicle even when using
the 4LO position (4-wheel drive vehicles) .
When added traction is required, activate the
E-Lock system by pushing the switch on. For
additional information, refer to “Electronic locking
rear differential (E-Lock) system switch” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this manual.
Once the system fully engages, the indicator light
in the instrument panel will remain on. When the
system is activated, both rear wheels will engage,
providing added traction.
The rear wheels may momentarily slip or move to
engage the system, and the system will only
engage up to approximately 4 mph (7 km/h).
Once the vehicle is free, the system should be
turned off and driving resumed.
The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) system is disabled
and the ABS light illuminates when the E-Lock
system is on. Also, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system is disabled and the
light
illuminates when the E-Lock system is on.
ELECTRONIC LOCKING REAR
DIFFERENTIAL (E-Lock) SYSTEM (if
so equipped)
5-50Starting and driving

Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your
braking distance will be longer and the vehicle
may pull to one side during braking.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to
heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return
to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high
speeds until the brakes function correctly.
Parking brake break-in
Break-in the parking brake shoes whenever the
effect of the parking brake is weakened or when-
ever the parking brake shoes and/or
drums/rotors are replaced, in order to assure the
best braking performance.
This procedure is described in the vehicle service
manual. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS)
WARNING
●The ABS is a sophisticated device, but it
cannot prevent accidents resulting from
careless or dangerous driving tech-
niques. It can help maintain vehicle con-
trol during braking on slippery surfaces.
Remember that stopping distances on
slippery surfaces will be longer than on
normal surfaces even with ABS. Stop-
ping distances may also be longer on
rough, gravel or snow covered roads, or
if you are using tire chains. Always
maintain a safe distance from the ve-
hicle in front of you. Ultimately, the
driver is responsible for safety.
● Tire type and condition may also affect
braking effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install the specified size of tires on all four
wheels. – When installing a spare tire, make
sure that it is the proper size and type
as specified on the Tire and Loading
Information label. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Tire and loading
information label” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section
of this manual.
– For additional information, refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels do
not lock during hard braking or when braking on
slippery surfaces. The system detects the rota-
tion speed at each wheel and varies the brake
fluid pressure to prevent each wheel from locking
and sliding. By preventing each wheel from lock-
ing, the system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving and spin-
ning on slippery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. De-
press the brake pedal with firm steady pressure,
but do not pump the brakes. The ABS will oper-
ate to prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
5-54Starting and driving