2023 NISSAN FRONTIER oil temperature

Tire rotation:Rotate tires at the specified
interval shown in the maintenance sched-
ule. When rotating tires, check for damage
and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission fluid/oil, differential oil
and transfer case oil: Visually inspect for
signs of leakage at specified intervals.
Off-road maintenance: Check the follow-
ing items frequently whenever you drive
off-road through deep sand, mud or water:
• Brake pads and rotors
• Brake linings and drums
• Brake lines and hoses
• Differential, transmission and transfer case oil
• Steering linkage
• Propeller shaf t(s) and front drive shaf ts
• Engine air filter
• Clutch housing drain (AWD only) To help ensure smooth, safe and economi-
cal driving, NISSAN provides two mainte-
nance schedules that may be used, de-
pending upon the conditions in which you
usually drive. These schedules contain
both distance and time intervals, up to
120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months. For
most people, the odometer reading will in-
dicate when service is needed. However, if
you drive very little, your vehicle should be
serviced at the regular time intervals
shown in the schedule.
Af ter 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96
months, continue maintenance at the
same mileage/time intervals.
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS
FOR SEVERE OPERATING
CONDITIONS
Additional maintenance items for severe
operating conditions
should be per-
formed on vehicles that are driven under
especially demanding conditions. Addi-
tional maintenance items should be per-
formed if you primarily operate your vehicle
under the following conditions:
• Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km). • Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles
(16 km) with outside temperatures re-
maining below freezing.
• Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.
• Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use.
• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Driving on rough, muddy or salt spread roads.
• Towing a trailer, using a camper or using a car-top carrier.
If your vehicle is mostly operated under the
severe conditions, follow the severe use
maintenance intervals shown in the main-
tenance schedule.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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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 information, see “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities”
(P. 10-2). NISSAN recommends the use of an
energy conserving oil in order to improve
fuel economy.Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standard-
ization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification 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
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.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of
this, it is important to select the engine oil
viscosity based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil viscos-
ity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter for
the reason described in “Change intervals.”
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Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Using en-
gine oil and filters that are not of the speci-
fied quality, or exceeding recommended oil
and filter change intervals could reduce
engine life or cause severe damage to the
engine. Damage to the engine caused by
improper maintenance or use of incorrect
oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Your engine was filled with a high-quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filter
change intervals depend upon how you
use your vehicle.
NISSAN recommends the use of Genuine
NISSAN parts or equivalent. The use of
parts that do not meet or exceed NISSAN
specifications, can cause damage to your
vehicle, and have an effect on your war-
ranty coverage. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer parts department
who can provide information on the proper
parts for your vehicle.Operation under the following conditions
may require more frequent oil and filter
changes:
• repeated short distance driving at cold
outside temperatures
• driving in dusty conditions
• extensive idling
• towing a trailer
• stop and go commuting
For additional information, see the “Mainte-
nance and schedules” section of this
manual.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) and
NISSAN A/C system oil Type ND-OIL12
(PAG) or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil
will cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and will require
the replacement of all air conditioner
system components. The refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) in
your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the
earth's ozone layer. Although this refriger-
ant does not affect the earth's atmo-
sphere, certain government regulations re-
quire the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air condi-
tioner system service. Air conditioner sys-
tem should only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians to ensure proper and
safe operation (SAE J2845). A NISSAN dealer
has the trained technicians and equip-
ment needed to recover and recycle your
air conditioner system refrigerant. Only
new and SAEJ2842 certified evaporator(s)
shall be used as replacement parts.
A damaged or leaking air conditioning
evaporator shall never be repaired or re-
placed with one removed from a used or
salvaged vehicle. To replace a damaged or
leaking evaporator, use only new and SAE
J2842 certified evaporator(s). It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer when
servicing your air conditioner system.
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11 Index
4
4-Wheel Drive................5-1094WD......................5-109
A
Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)
system....................5-120Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-70Air bag systemFront (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
................1-77Air bag warning labels............1-90Air bag warning light.........1-90, 2-15Air bag warning light,
supplemental..............1-90, 2-15Air cleaner housing filter..........8-20Air conditionerAir conditioner operation. . . .4-33, 4-39Air conditioner service..........4-43Air conditioner specification label. .10-14Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............10-8Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-8Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)..............4-38
Heater and air conditioner controls.4-39Servicing air conditioner........4-43Air flow charts................4-34Alarm system (See vehicle security
system)................... .2-39Anchor point locations............1-31Antenna....................4-44Anti-lock brake warning light.......2-13Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-118Antifreeze...................5-134Autolight switch...............2-44Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-76Driving with automatic transmission.5-19Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . . .3-25Automatic door locks.............3-7Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection............5-81Automatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge..................... .2-8
B
Battery.................5-134, 8-16Charge warning light...........2-14Battery replacement............8-26Key fob...................8-26NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-26Before starting the engine.........5-17Belt (See drive belt)..............8-19
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)..........5-32Booster seats.................1-64Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-118Brake fluid.................8-14Brake light (See stop light).......8-29Brake system...............5-118Brake warning light............2-13Brake wear indicators.......2-21,8-22Parking brake operation.........5-24Self-adjusting brakes..........8-22Brake fluid...................8-14Brake system................5-118Brakes.....................8-22Break-in schedule..............5-107Brightness controlInstrument panel.............2-49Bulb check/instrument panel.......2-13Bulb replacement..............8-29
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-13Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................10-2Car phone or CB radio...........4-44Cargo (See vehicle loading
information)................ .10-16Cargo lamp switch.............2-50Cargo light................. .2-80

Check tire pressure..........2-34, 2-36Child restraint with top tether strap. . . .1-31Child restraints.......1-23,1-24,1-26,1-28Precautions on child
restraints.........1-38, 1-41, 1-54, 1-64Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-31Child safety rear door lock..........3-7Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-4Cold weather driving............5-134Console box..................2-72Controls
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-39Heater and air conditioner controls
(manual)...................4-29CoolantCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-7Checking engine coolant level......8-7Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Corrosion protection..............7-7Cruise control..............5-50, 5-51Cup holders...................2-73Curtain side-impact and rollover air
bag....................... .1-86
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-48Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system. .2-48Dimensions and weights..........10-11Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-49
Door locks....................3-4Drive belt....................8-19Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-134Driving with automatic transmission.5-19Precautions when starting and
driving................. .5-4, 5-11Driving the vehicle...............5-18
E
Eco Drive Report................2-9Economy - fuel................5-109Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system.....................5-115Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock)
system switch.................2-55Emergency call (SOS) button........2-58Emergency engine shutoff.......5-15,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-13Emission control system warranty. . . .10-42Engine
Before starting the engine........5-17Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-7Changing engine oil............8-8Changing engine oil filter.........8-8Checking engine coolant level......8-7Checking engine oil level.........8-8Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine cooling system...........8-6Engine oil.................. .8-8
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-7Engine oil pressure gauge.........2-8Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-15Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Engine serial number..........10-12Engine specifications...........10-9Engine Block Heater.............5-135Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-6Engine oil pressure gauge..........2-8Event Data recorders............10-44Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items...................... .9-5Extended storage switch..........2-66Eyeglass case.................2-72
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire......................6-3Floor mat positioning aid...........7-6Fluid
Brake fluid..................8-14Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Engine coolant................8-6Engine oil.................. .8-8Power steering fluid............8-14Windshield-washer fluid.........8-15Fog light switch................2-49
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Forward Driving AidsSystem Temporarily
Unavailable
......2-38, 5-67, 5-88, 5-101Four-Wheel Drive...............5-109Front air bag system (See supplemental re-
straint system).................1-77Front power seat adjustment........1-4Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket..............2-67FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-109Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-6Fuel recommendation..........10-4Fuel-filler cap................3-21Fuel-filler lid.................3-21Loose fuel cap warning..........2-33Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-108Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-21Fuses......................8-23Fusible links..................8-25
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84Gas cap.....................3-21GaugeAutomatic transmission fluid temperature
gauge
.................... .2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . .2-6Engine oil pressure gauge.........2-8Fuel gauge..................2-7Odometer...................2-5Speedometer................2-5Tachometer.................2-6Trip odometer................2-5Voltmeter.................. .2-8General maintenance.............9-2Glove box....................2-71
H
Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-9Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-43Headlight control switch...........2-43Headlights...................8-28Heated mirrors................3-26Heated seat switches............2-51Heated steering wheel switch.......2-52Heater
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (if
so equipped)
................4-38Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-39Heater operation..........4-31, 4-41Heater and air conditioner (automatic).4-38Hill descent control switch.........2-54Hill descent control system........5-123Hill start assist system...........5-124HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver........2-80, 2-81, 2-83, 2-84
Hood release..................3-20Horn...................... .2-50
I
Idling Stop System..............5-129Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-13Immobilizer system..........2-41, 5-16In-cabin microfilter..............8-20Increasing fuel economy..........5-109Indicator lights and audible reminders (See
warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
...................2-13Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-25Instrument brightness control.......2-49Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-49Intelligent Around View® Monitor......4-11Intelligent Cruise Control..........5-52Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-104Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..................... .5-92Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-9Key operation................3-10Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-13Troubleshooting guide..........3-16Warning signals...............3-16Interior light..................2-78
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