OilCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine oil ............8-8
Changing engine oil filter .........8-9
Checking engine oil level .........8-7
Engine oil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation .............10-7
Engine oil viscosity ............10-8
Outsidemirrors................3-35
Overhead sunglasses holder ........2-77
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats.........6-16
Owner's manual order form ........10-68
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-68
P
Parking Parking brake operation .........5-23
Parking/parkingonhills.........5-55
Parkingbrake..................5-23
Personal lights .................2-89
Power Front seat adjustment ...........1-5
Power door locks ..............3-7
Poweroutlet..........2-67,2-67,2-69
Powerrearwindows...........2-84
Powersteeringfluid............8-12
Power steering system ..........5-55
Powerwindows..............2-83
Rearpowerwindows...........2-84
Powerinverterswitch ............2-63 Poweroutlet............2-67,2-67,2-69
Powersteering.................5-55
Powersteeringfluid..............8-12
Precautions
Maintenance precautions .........8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions .................5-7
Precautions on booster
seats ........1-26, 1-34, 1-40, 1-44, 1-49
Precautions on child restraints . .1-26, 1-34,
1-40, 1-44, 1-49
Precautions on seat belt usage .....1-15
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system .................1-53, 1-68
Precautions when starting and
driving..................5-2,5-9
Push starting ..................6-16
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-89
Rain sensor ...................2-47
Readiness for inspection maintenance
(I/M) test ....................10-67
RearCrossTrafficAlert(RCTA)........5-33
Rear Door Alert .............2-41,2-66
Rearpowerwindows.............2-84
Rearseat.....................1-4
Rear Seat Infotainment (RSI) System . . .4-44
Rearslidingwindow .............2-86
Rear sonar system OFF switch .......2-64
Rearviewmirror................3-33
RearViewMonitor................4-3 Rear window and/or outside mirror
defrosterswitch................2-48
Recommended Fluids
............10-2
Recorders EventData.................10-67
Refrigerant recommendation ........10-8
Registering a vehicle in another
country .....................10-18
Remote Engine Start ..........3-24,5-16
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .10-66
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ........3-10
Child seat belts . .1-26, 1-34, 1-40, 1-44, 1-49
Reporting safety defects (US only) . .10-66
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ......1-4
Front power seat adjustment ......1-5
Seatback pockets ...............2-72
Seat belt Childsafety.................1-24
Infants and small children ........1-25
InjuredPerson .............. .1-18
L a r
gerchildren.............. .1-25
Precautionsonseatbeltusage.....1-15
Pregnant women .............1-18
Seat belt extenders ............1-23
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-23
Seatbelts................1-15, 7-6
Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-22
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-18
Seat belt extenders ..............1-23
Seatbeltwarninglight.........1-18, 2-19
11-5
Preventive maintenance is the easiest and
least expensive type of maintenance. Keep
records of regularly scheduled mainte-
nance and follow the maintenance sched-
ule recommendations outlined in the Titan
Owner’s Manual.
Use the correct fuel, lubricating oil, and
coolant in your engine. Blending engine oil
with fuel is prohibited for engines with an
af tertreatment system. For additional in-
formation, refer to the “Capacities and
specifications” section of this manual.
A NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle.
When you require any service or have any
questions, they will be glad to assist you
with the extensive resources available to
them.
DIESEL ENGINE OPERATION
The operation of the diesel engine in your
new vehicle varies from the operation of
traditional gasoline engines found in other
vehicles. Reading this supplement will fa-
miliarize you and other operators of the
vehicle with the unique maintenance and
operating procedures that will prolong the
life of the diesel engine and related sys-
tems.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS
∙ Warm up the engine before operating itunder load
∙ Do not operate the engine at idle for extended periods
∙ Prevent engine lugging by selecting the appropriate transmission gear
∙ Monitor the vehicle oil pressure and temperature gauges
∙ Check fluid levels frequently (Oil & Cool- ant)
∙ Vary the throttle position at highway speeds when carrying weight or towing
NOTE:
Extended light or no load operation will
extend the time before the engine
reaches its full efficiency. If the engine is
operated in this manner, reduced fuel
economy and power may be observed.
The aforementioned procedure should be
observed for the first 6,000 miles. The en-
gine run-in is improved by operating the
vehicle under load.
DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM
The diesel engine fuel system is a pressur-
ized two-stage filtration system and con-
sists of: ∙ A frame-mounted primary (stage 1) fuel filter containing water/fuel separator,
electric fuel pump, and water in fuel
drain valve
∙ An engine-mounted secondary (stage 2) fuel filter
∙ A fuel injector for each cylinder (8 total)
∙ A high-pressure fuel pump
∙ A high-pressure fuel rail for each cylin- der bank (2 total)
∙ High-pressure fuel lines from the high- pressure fuel pump to the right bank
fuel rail, right bank fuel rail to the lef t
bank fuel rail, and fuel rails to fuel injec-
tors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
1-2Introduction
∙ Do not attempt to top off the fuel tankaf ter the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling
may cause fuel overflow, resulting in
fuel spray and possibly a fire.
∙ Use only an original equipment type fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has
a built-in safety valve needed for
proper operation of the fuel system
and emission control system. An in-
correct cap can result in a serious mal-
function and possible injury. It could
also cause the
Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL) to come on.
∙ Do not use starting fluids with this en- gine. It is equipped with an intake air
heater. The use of starting fluid could
cause an explosion, fire, personal in-
jury, system or engine damage.
∙ Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable
fuel containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling. – Do not use electronic devices when
filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are
filling it.
– Use only approved portable fuel containers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
∙ For additional information, refer tothe “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)”
in the “Instruments and Controls” sec-
tion of the Titan Owner’s Manual.
∙ If fuel or Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it
away with water to avoid paint
damage To remove the diesel fuel-filler cap
A:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclock- wise to remove.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
LPD2386
Fuel and Refueling4-3
The dry paper type filter element may be
cleaned and reused. Replace it according
to the maintenance log shown in the Titan
Owner’s Manual.
To remove the air cleaner filter:1. Unlatch the clips
Aand move the air
cleaner cover upward.
2. Remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter housing and the cover with a damp
cloth. NOTE:
Af ter installing a new air cleaner filter,
make sure the air cleaner cover is seated
in the housing and latch the clips.
WARNING
∙ Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops the
flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t
there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with the
air cleaner removed, and be careful
when working on the engine with the
air cleaner removed.
∙ Never pour fuel into the air intake sys- tem or attempt to start the engine
with the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in serious injury.
∙ Do not use starting fluids with this en- gine. The use of starting fluid could
cause an explosion, fire, personal in-
jury, system or engine damage.
CAUTION
∙ Operating the engine with the aircleaner removed can cause damage
to the turbocharger and major engine
damage.
∙ Never pour fuel into the intake or at- tempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could re-
sult in engine damage.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry
of airborne dust and pollen particles and
reduces some objectionable outside
odors. The filter is located behind the glove
box. For additional information on change
intervals, refer to “Gasoline standard main-
tenance" or "Diesel standard mainte-
nance" in the "Maintenance and sched-
ules" section of the Titan Owner’s Manual.
If replacement is required, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
LDI2880
AIR CLEANER
7-12Do-it-yourself
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel (Diesel) 98.4 L 26 gal 21-5/8 gal• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation”
in this section.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) 24.9 L 6-1/2 gal 5-3/8 gal• Genuine NISSAN Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) or equivalent
• ISO22241
• For additional information, refer to “Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) storage” and “Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) disposal” in this
section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1: For additional
information, refer
to “Engine oil and
oil filter recom-
mendations” in
this section of this
manual”. Cummins
5.0 L With oil filter change 9.5 L 10 qt 8-3/8 qt
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark, Viscosity SAE 10W-30
(CES 20081) and American Petroleum Institute (API) certifica-
tion (API CJ-4, Low Ash Oil).
• Diesel engine oil Specification (Cold Climate)
- 5W-40 oil that meets API Certification Mark (CES 20081)
and American Petroleum Institute (API) certification (API CJ-4,
Low Ash Oil) is acceptable for colder climates.
• Gasoline engine oil and diesel engine oil are not equal.
Without oil filter
change 9.1 L 9-5/8 qt 8 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 13.2 L 3-1/2 gal 2-7/8 gal• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent
•
Coolant must be nitrite free
• The use of other types of coolant solutions other than
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent may cause severe engine damage.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
8-2Capacities and Specifications
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
Diesel engine
Commercially available diesel fuel is ad-
justed seasonally for cold temperatures.
NISSAN recommends the use of diesel fuel
that has been seasonally adjusted for tem-
peratures below 32°F (0°C)
Diesel fuel of above 42 cetane minimum
above 32°F (0°C); 45 cetane minimum be-
low 32°F (0°C) and with less than 15 ppm of
sulfur must be used.
A cetane number below 42 can cause poor
starting, excessive white smoke, and poor
idling. A cetane number above 55 can in-
crease smoke at peak torque conditions.
If two types of diesel fuel are available, use
summer or winter fuel properly according
to the following temperature conditions.∙ Above 32°F (0°C) . . . Summer type diesel
fuel.
∙ Below 32°F (0°C) . . . Winter type diesel fuel.
If you are in any doubt, it is recommended
that you consult a NISSAN dealer.
CAUTION
∙ Do not use home heating oil, petro- leum, biodiesel (more than 10%) or
other alternate fuels in your diesel en-
gine. The use of those can cause en-
gine damage.
∙ Do not use summer fuel at tempera- tures below 20°F (- 7°C). The cold tem-
peratures will cause wax to form in
the fuel. As a result, it may prevent the
engine from running smoothly.
B10 fuel
B10 fuel is a mixture of approximately 10%
biodiesel and 90% petroleum diesel. Your
vehicle was designed to run on blends of
biodiesel up to B10 (B1-B10). Operating your
vehicle on higher blends is not recom-
mended. Your vehicle’s engine, exhaust
catalyst filter and particulate filter, and fuel
system components may be damaged if
any of these blends are used.
U.S. government regulations require that
biodiesel blends between B6 and B10 are
identified at fuel dispensing pumps by a
label with the common abbreviation or the
appropriate percentage for that region. B6
--B10 blends must meet prescribed quality
standards specified by ASTM D7467.
B10 fuel storage
Biodiesel degrades more quickly than pure
petroleum-based diesel. When storing a
vehicle that runs on a biodiesel blend, it is
important to keep the following in mind:
∙ If storing a vehicle for longer than one month, empty the fuel tank of biodiesel.
∙ To prepare a vehicle to run af ter pro- longed storage, fill the fuel tank with a
pure petroleum-based diesel fuel and
run your vehicle for at least half an hour.
∙ Fuel system seals, plastics and steel parts can be damaged by degraded or
oxidized biodiesel.
During cold weather, biodiesel fuel may
need to be stored in a heated storage tank
in order to prevent it from gelling or solidi-
f ying.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
DEF is a solution composed of urea and
de-ionized water. In diesel vehicles, it is
used as part of the exhaust system to
break down harmful NOx emissions into
nitrogen and water. It is important to keep
your vehicle’s DEF tank filled properly.
Capacities and Specifications8-3
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
NOTE:
The factory fill oil may include a red dye
that that is added for manufacturing
quality processes. The dye makes the oil
appear to be red. This is normal. The red
dye will be flushed from the engine af ter
approximately 4-5 oil changes.It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
in this section. NISSAN recommends the
use of an energy conserving oil in order to
improve fuel economy.Select only engine oils that meet the Cum-
mins® Engineering Standard (CES) classifi-
cation (CES 20081) and American Petro-
leum Institute (API) certification (API CJ-4,
Low Ash Oil) and SAE viscosity standard
(10W-30 or 5W-40). These oils have the API
certification mark and CES 20081 on the
container. Oils which do not have the
specified information on the 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
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.LTI2207
Capacities and Specifications8-5