CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire rotation
NISSAN recommends rotating the
tires every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
For additional information on tire re-
placing procedures, refer to “Flat tire”
in the “In case of emergency” section
of this manual.
As soon as possible, tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.Wheel nut tightening torque:
Non-XD models:
98 f t-lb (133 N·m)
XD models: 131 f t-lb (177 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tight-
ened to specifications at all times.
It is recommended that wheel nuts
be tightened to specification at
each tire rotation interval.
WARNING
∙ Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for
600 miles (1,000 km) (also in
cases of a flat tire, etc.).
∙ Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation.
∙ For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet. ∙ Af ter rotating the tires, do not
use the Easy-Fill Tire Alert to ad-
just the tire pressure. Instead
use a gauge to adjust the tires
to the correct pressure in accor-
dance with Tire and Loading In-
formation label.
CAUTION
To ensure proper operation of the
Easy-Fill Tire Alert system af ter a
tire rotation, re-set and register
the sensor to their new installed
locations. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
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4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tiretouches the ground. Then, with the
wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel
nuts securely in the sequence illus-
trated (
1,2,3,4,5,6). Lower the
vehicle completely.
WARNING
∙ Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident.
∙ Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts. This could cause the
nuts to become loose.
∙ Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for 600 miles
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.).
As soon as possible, tighten the wheel
nuts to the specified torque with a
torque wrench.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
Non-XD models: 98 f t-lb (133 N·m) XD models:
131 f t-lb (177 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened
to specification at all times. It is recom-
mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
specifications at each lubrication inter-
val.
Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pres-
sure.
COLD pressure: Af ter vehicle has been
parked for 3 hours or more or driven less
than 1 mi. (1.6 km).
COLD tire pressures are shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label af-
fixed to the driver side center pillar.
Af ter adjusting tire pressure to the COLD
tire pressure, the display (if so equipped)
of the tire pressure information may
show higher pressure than the COLD tire
pressure af ter the vehicle has been
driven more than 1 mi. (1.6 km). This is
because the tire pressure increases as
the tire temperature rises. This does not
indicate a system malfunction. 5. Securely store the tools and jacking
equipment in the vehicle. For additional
information, refer to the “Getting the
spare tire and tools (Crew and King
Cab® models),” “Getting the spare tire
and tools (Single Cab models)” or “Get-
ting the spare tire and tools (King Cab®
models not equipped with rear seat)” in
this section.
WARNING
∙ Always make sure that the spare tireand jacking equipment are properly
secured af ter use. Such items can be-
come dangerous projectiles in an ac-
cident or sudden stop.
∙ The spare tire is designed for emer- gency use. For additional information,
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.
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WARNING
∙ Prolonged and repeated contact withused 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 en-
gine oil may be hot.
7. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 25 f t-lb (34 N·m) 8. Refill engine with recommended oil
through the oil filler opening, then in-
stall the oil filler cap securely.
For additional information on drain
and refill capacity, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capaci-
ties” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section 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 deter-
mine when the proper amount of oil is
in the engine.
9. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Cor-
rect as required.
10. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
For additional information on changing the
Cummins 5.0L engine oil, refer to the Titan
Diesel Owner’s Manual.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Remove bolts
Aand skid plate.
Skid plate (Type A) (if so equipped)
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4. Place a large drain pan under the oilfilter
B.
5. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Then remove the oil filter by turning it
by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-
gine oil may be hot.
6. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket mate-
rial remaining on the sealing surface of
the engine. Failure to do so could lead to
an oil leak and engine damage.
7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
8. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resis- tance is felt, then tighten an additional
2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:
13 f t-lb (18 N·m) 9. Start the engine and check for leakage
around the oil filter. Correct as required.
10. Install skid plate in reverse order of re- moval.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.
Skid plate (Type B) (if so equipped)
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Skid plate (Type C) (if so equipped)
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CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire rotation
NISSAN recommends rotating the
tires every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
For additional information on tire re-
placing procedures, refer to “Flat tire”
in the “In case of emergency” section
of this manual.
As soon as possible, tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.Wheel nut tightening torque:
Non-XD models:
98 f t-lb (133 N·m)
XD models: 131 f t-lb (177 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tight-
ened to specifications at all times.
It is recommended that wheel nuts
be tightened to specification at
each tire rotation interval.
WARNING
∙ Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for
600 miles (1,000 km) (also in
cases of a flat tire, etc.).
∙ Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation.
∙ For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information”
(Canada) in the Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet. ∙ Af ter rotating the tires, do not
use the Easy-Fill Tire Alert to ad-
just the tire pressure. Instead
use a gauge to adjust the tires
to the correct pressure in accor-
dance with Tire and Loading In-
formation label.
CAUTION
To ensure proper operation of the
Easy-Fill Tire Alert system af ter a
tire rotation, re-set and register
the sensor to their new installed
locations. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
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INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Do not pre-fill the fuel filter with fuel.
Pre-filling the filter can result in debris
entering the fuel system and damaging
fuel system components.10. Inspect the fuel filter element
1for the
No Filter No Run (NFNR) pin
Hand re-
place fuel filter element if pin is dam-
aged or missing.
NOTE:
A broken/sheared NFNR pin can cause
the pump to operate without supplying
fuel pressure.
11. Lubricate the inner seal of the fuel filter element with petroleum jelly or white
lithium grease. 12. Install a new o-ring on the housing. Lu-
bricate the o-ring with petroleum jelly
or white lithium grease.
NOTE:
If you are using a new fuel filter housing
that has not had fuel in it, lubricate the lip
seal at the bottom of the fuel filter ele-
ment with petroleum jelly or white
lithium grease before placing it into the
housing.
13. Install the fuel filter element into the fuel filter housing and make sure the four
tabs
Fare properly seated into the
four slots
G.
14. Install the fuel filter housing on the module.
Fuel filter housing tightening torque: 18 f t-lb (25 N·m)
CAUTION
Always use a socket on the hex on the
bottom of the fuel filter housing to as-
sist in proper installation. Failure to
torque as required may result in a fuel
leak and a no start condition.
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13. Lubricate the inner seal on the fuel filterelement with petroleum jelly or white
lithium grease.
14. Install the fuel filter element onto the standpipe in the fuel filter housing.
CAUTION
∙ Do not install the fuel filter elementinto the fuel filter lid first or the fuel
filter element may be damaged dur-
ing installation into the housing. ∙ Be sure the fuel filter element is
seated in the housing by pushing
downward on the top of the element.
If the fuel filter element is not fully
seated in the housing af ter installa-
tion, the engine can fail to start
and/or set low fuel pressure Diagno-
sis Trouble Codes (DTCs).
NOTE:
It is possible Diagnosis Trouble Codes
(DTCs) may be stored af ter fuel filter ele-
ment replacement due to air introduced
in the system. Make sure to run the en-
gine until air is purged. If the engine fails
to start and/or set low fuel pressure
warning, illuminate it is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer or other
qualified technician.
15. Install and tighten the cover.
Cover tightening torque: 18 f t-lb (25 N·m)
16. Install the air cleaner lid and air inlet connection air ducts.
17. Connect the lef t and right side batter- ies. 18. Prime the fuel system. For additional
information, refer to “Fuel system prim-
ing” in this section.
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DEF System Error 5MPH Speed Limit
XXX Miles
This message appears when the DEF sys-
tem encounters an error. The vehicle
speed will be reduced in the approximate
distance shown. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)” in
the “Fueling and refueling” section of this
manual.
DEF System Error 5MPH Speed Limit
Soon
This message appears when the DEF sys-
tem has encountered an error. The follow-
ing conditions will reduce the vehicle speed
when this message is shown:∙ Engine shutdown and restart
∙ Engine is idled for approximately 1 hour
∙ Control module detects a fuel level in- crease
For additional information, refer to “Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF)” in the “Fueling and re-
fueling” section of this manual.
DEF System Error 5MPH Speed Limit:
See Dealer
This message appears when the DEF sys-
tem encounters an error and the vehicle speed is reduced. It is recommended that
you have the system checked by a NISSAN
dealer or other qualified technician. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Diesel Ex-
haust Fluid (DEF)” in the “Fueling and refuel-
ing” section of this manual.
Exhaust Filter Overloaded: See Owner’s
Manual For Drive Pattern
This message appears when the diesel
particulate filter starts to overload. The Die-
sel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light will
also illuminate.
When this message is
seen, the vehicle should be driven on the
highway where the road conditions
safely allow and the speed limit permits,
over 55 mph (90 km/h) for at least
45 minutes. For additional information, re-
fer to “Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)” in the
“Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.
Exhaust Filter Regeneration Started
This message appears when the auto-
matic regeneration has started to clean
the exhaust filter. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)”
in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual. Exhaust Filter Overloaded Engine Power
Reduced: See Owner’s Manual
This message appears when the diesel
particulate filter starts to overload. Engine
torque and speed will be reduced. The Die-
sel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light will
also blink.
If the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is off,
the vehicle should be driven on the high-
way where the road conditions safely allow
and the speed limit permits, over 55 mph
(90 km/h) for at least 45 minutes.
If the MIL illuminates, the exhaust filter can-
not be regenerated by driving the vehicle. It
is recommended that you have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer or other quali-
fied technician.
For additional information, refer to “Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF)” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.
Exhaust Filter Overloaded Immediate
Service Required
This message appears when the diesel
particulate filter is overloaded. The Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light blinks
quickly and the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL) illuminates. When this message
is displayed, the engine speed and torque
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