2017 NISSAN FRONTIER front differential

Indicatorlight Name Page
Electronic locking
rear differential (E-
Lock) system ON
indicator light (if so
equipped) 2-21
Front passenger air
bag status light
2-21
High beam indicator
light (blue)2-21
Hill descent control
system ON indicator
light (if so equipped)2-21
Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL)
2-22
Overdrive OFF indi-
cator light (if so
equipped)2-22
Security indicator
light (if so equipped)
2-22
Indicator
light Name Page
Slip indicator light 2-23
Transfer 4LO posi-
tion indicator light
(
model)2-23
Turn signal/hazard
indicator lights
2-23
Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) OFF
indicator light2-23
Illustrated table of contents0-11

2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-6
Fuel gauge ....................................2-7
Engine oil pressure gauge (if so equipped) ........2-8
Voltmeter (if so equipped) .......................2-8
Trip computer (if so equipped) ...................2-9
Compass and outside temperature display
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-10
Outside temperature display ....................2-11
Compass ..................................... 2-11
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders ........................................ 2-14
Checking lights ............................... 2-15
Warning lights ................................ 2-15
Indicator lights ................................ 2-20
Audible reminders ............................. 2-24
Security systems (if so equipped) ..................2-24
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ..........2-24
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-26
Wiper and washer switch ......................... 2-27Switch operation
.............................. 2-28
Rear window or outside mirror defroster switch
(if so equipped) .................................. 2-28
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-29
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-29
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-32
Instrument brightness control ...................2-32
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-33
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ................2-33
Horn ............................................ 2-33
Cargo lamp switch................................ 2-34
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..............2-34
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-35
Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) ..........2-36
Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system
switch (if so equipped) ............................ 2-37
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch
(if so

equipped) .................................. 2-38
Rear sonar system off switch (if so equipped) ........2-38
Power outlets .................................... 2-39
Storage ......................................... 2-40
Front-door pocket ............................. 2-40
Seatback pocket (if so equipped) . . .............2-41
Under-seat storage bins ........................ 2-42

4WD warning light (model)Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
orAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightLow windshield-washer fluid warning light (if so
equipped)Hill descent control system ON indicator light
(if so equipped)
Automatic transmission check warning light (if
so equipped)Seat belt warning light and chimeMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Automatic transmission oil temperature warning
light (if so equipped)Supplemental air bag warning lightOverdrive OFF indicator light (if so equipped)
Automatic transmission park warning light
(model)4WD shift indicator light (model)Security indicator light (if so equipped)
orBrake warning lightAutomatic transmission position indicator light
(if so equipped)Slip indicator light
Charge warning lightCruise main switch indicator light (if so
equipped)Transfer 4LO position indicator light
(model)
Door open warning lightCruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightElectronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) sys-
tem ON indicator light (if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
Low fuel warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
2-14Instruments and controls

Automatic transmissionposition indicator light (if so
equipped)
For additional information, refer to “Driving the
vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
Cruise main switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational.
For additional information, refer to “Cruise con-
trol” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
Cruise set switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the light
blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate
the cruise control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
Electronic locking reardifferential (E-Lock) system
ON indicator light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on when the electronic locking
rear differential (E-Lock) system clutch is fully
engaged.
The indicator light flashes when the system is first
turned on. When the system fully engages, the
light remains on. If the switch is on and the
indicator light continues to flash, the system is
not engaged.
For additional information, refer to “Electronic
locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch”
in this section and “Electronic locking rear differ-
ential (E-Lock) system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
Front passenger air bag statuslight
The front passenger air bag status lightwill
be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF
depending on how the front passenger seat is
being used.
For additional information, refer to “Front passen-
ger air bag and status light” in the “Safety —
Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys-
tem” section of this manual.
High beam indicator light
(blue)
This blue light comes on when the headlight high
beams are on and goes out when the low beams
are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.
Hill descent control systemON indicator light (if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this light comes on briefly and then turns
off.
The light comes on when the hill descent control
system is activated.
If the hill descent control switch is on and the
indicator light blinks, the system is not engaged.
If the indicator light does not come on when the
hill descent switch is on, the system may not be
functioning properly. Have the system checked. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
For additional information, refer to “Hill descent
control switch” in this section and “Hill descent
control system” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
Instruments and controls2-21

Fluid typeCapacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US Measure Imperial
Measure
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instruc-
tions in the “Do-it-yourself” section. • Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or equivalent
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF in
NISSAN automatic transmissions. If Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be
used. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not
equivalent to Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Genuine NISSAN
Matic J ATF may damage the automatic transmission. Damage
caused by the use of other automatic transmission fluids is not
covered under the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Transfer fluid 2.0 L 2-1/8 qt 1-3/4 qt• Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF recommended
• Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF may
cause deterioration in driveability and transfer durability, and may
damage the transfer. Damage caused by the use of other fluids is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Front final drive oil 0.85 L 1-3/4 pt 1-1/2 pt• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90
or equivalent conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Rear final drive oil (except for 6 speed M/T or E-Lock vehicles) 1.6 L 3-3/8 pt 2-7/8 pt • API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
Rear final drive oil (for 6 speed M/T or E-Lock vehicles) 2.0 L 4-1/4 pt 3-1/2 pt• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil synthetic 75W-140 or API
GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-140
Power steering fluid (PSF) ———• Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
• DEXRON® VI type ATF may also be used.
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*2 or equiva-
lent DOT 3
*2: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.
Multi-purpose grease ——— • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Technical and consumer information10-3

Infantsandsmallchildren..........1-25
Injured Person................1-18
Largerchildren................1-25
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.......1-15
Pregnant women ...............1-18
Seat belt extenders .............1-23
Seat belt maintenance ............1-23
Seat belts ................1-15,7-6
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-23
Three-point type with retractor .......1-18
Seat belt extenders ...............1-23
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-18,2-20
Seats Adjustment ...................1-2
Frontseats...................1-2
Heatedseats.................2-34
Manual front seat adjustment .........1-3
Rear seat ....................1-6
Security indicator light ..............2-22
Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System) , engine start ...........2-26,5-12
Security systems Vehicle security system ...........2-24
Self-adjusting brakes ..............8-20
Service manual order form ...........10-43
Servicing air conditioner .............4-36
Setting button ...................4-7
Shifting Automatic transmission ...........5-15
Manual transmission .............5-18
Shift lock release .................5-16
Shoulder belt height adjustment ........1-23
Side air bag system (See supplemental side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag systems) . . .1-83
Smartphone connectivity ............4-74 Sonar
Rear system .................5-41
Sparkplugreplacement.............8-16
Sparkplugs ...................8-16
Specifications .................10-11
Speedometer ...................2-4
SRSwarninglabel................1-86
Stability control .................5-37
Standard maintenance ..............9-8
Starting Before starting the engine ..........5-12
Jump starting .............6-12,8-14
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Push starting .................6-14
Starting the engine .............5-13
Starting the engine ...............5-13
Steering Power steering fluid .............8-11
Power steering system ...........5-34
Tilting steering wheel ............3-13
Steeringwheel..................3-13
Steering wheel audio control switch ......4-72
Stoplight.....................8-28
Storage......................2-40
Storage tray ................2-42,2-43
Sunglassescase.................2-45
Sunroof(seeMoonroof).............2-52
Sun visors ....................3-14
Supplemental air bag warning labels ......1-86
Supplemental air bag warning light . . .1-86, 2-20
Supplemental front impact air bag system . . .1-78
Supplemental restraint system Information and warning labels .......1-86
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-71 Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system)
.........1-71
Switch Autolightswitch...............2-30
Automatic power window switch ......2-51
Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch ....2-38
Electronic locking

rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch ................2-37
Fog light switch ...............2-33
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch......2-29
Headlight control switch ..........2-29
Hilldescentcontrolswitch.........2-36
Ignition switch ................5-10
Instrument brightness control ........2-32
Overdrive switch ...............5-17
Power door lock switch ............3-4
Rear sonar system off switch ........2-38
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .....................2-28
Rearwindowdefrosterswitch .......2-28
Turnsignalswitch..............2-33
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch .....................2-35
T
Tachometer ....................2-6
Tailgate ..................3-18,3-18
Tailgate latch ...............3-22,3-23
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start ................2-26,5-12
Three-way catalyst ................5-3
11-6