2023 NISSAN FRONTIER washer fluid

3.8L 6 cylinder (VQ38DD engine model)
(without idle stop)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-15)
2. Fusible link (P. 8-23)
3. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-23)
4. Fusible link and relay box (P. 8-23)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8)
6. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8)
7. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
8. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)
9. Drive belt location (P. 8-19)
10. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
11. Radiator cap (P. 8-6)
12. Battery (P. 8-16)
13. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-6)
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3520
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents

3.8L 6 cylinder (VQ38DD engine model)
(with idle stop)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-15)
2. Fusible link and relay box(P. 8-23)
3. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-23)
4. Fusible link (P. 8-23)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8)
6. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8)
7. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
8. Relay box (P. 8-23)
9. Air cleaner (P. 8-20)
10. Drive belt location (P. 8-19)
11. Radiator cap (P. 8-6)
12. Battery (P. 8-16)
13. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
14. Relay box (P. 8-23)
15. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-6)
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.
Refer to the page number indicated in
parentheses for operating details.
LDI3693
Illustrated table of contents0-9

CAUTION
• The TPMS is not a substitute for the
regular tire pressure check. Be sure
to check the tire pressure regularly.
• If the vehicle is being driven at
speeds of less than 16 mph (25 km/h),
the TPMS may not operate correctly.
• Be sure to install the specified size of
tires to the four wheels correctly.
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or
blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate a potential emission control
malfunction.
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indicates
that the vehicle is not ready for an emission
control system inspection/maintenance
test. For additional information, see “Readi-
ness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test” (P. 10-43).
Operation
The MIL will come on in one of two ways:
• MIL on steady — An emission control sys- tem malfunction has been detected.
Check the fuel-filler cap if the Loose Fuel
Cap warning appears in the vehicle infor-
mation display. If the fuel-filler cap is loose
or missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle. The
light should turn off af ter a few driving
trips. If thelight does not turn off
af ter a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. You
do not need to have your vehicle towed
to the dealer.
• MIL blinking — An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emis-
sion control system. To reduce or avoid
emission control system damage:– do not drive at speeds above 45 mph (72 km/h).
– avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
– avoid steep uphill grades.
– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The MIL may stop blinking and come on
steady. Have the vehicle inspected. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage to
the emission control system.
Master warning light
This light comes on when various vehicle
information display warnings appear.
• No key warning
• Low fuel warning
• Low windshield-washer fluid warning
• Loose fuel cap warning
• Low tire pressure warning
• 4WD error (if so equipped)
• Front & rear tire size differences (if so equipped)
Instruments and controls2-19

Low Fuel
This warning appears when the fuel level in
the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon
as it is convenient, preferably before the
fuel gauge reaches 0 (Empty).There will be
a small reserve of fuel in the tank when
the fuel gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty).
Low Tire Pressure Error —
Info
This warning appears when the low tire
pressure warning light in the meter illumi-
nates and low tire pressure is detected.
Press the ENTER button for information
about the low tire pressure. For additional
information, see “Low tire pressure warning
light” (P. 2-17) and “Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)” (P. 5-5).
Low Washer Fluid
This warning appears when the windshield-
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-
washer fluid as necessary. For additional
information, see “Windshield-washer fluid”
(P. 8-15).
Maintenance indicators
When engine oil service is due, one or more
of these icons will appear automatically to
remind you. For additional information, see
“Engine oil” (P. 8-8).
These will also appear when the user-set
reminders are met. For additional informa-
tion, see “Vehicle information display”
(P. 2-22).
Power turned off to save the battery
This warning appears af ter the ignition
switch is automatically turned off to save
the battery.
Power will turn off to save the battery
This message appears in the vehicle infor-
mation display af ter a period of time if the
ignition switch is in the ACC or the ON po-
sition and if the vehicle is in P (Park). For
additional information, see “Push-button
ignition switch positions” (P. 5-14).
Push brake and start
switch to drive
This indicator appears when the shif t lever
is in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. You can start
the engine from any position of the ignition
switch.
Range XX miles
This warning appears to indicate the ap-
proximate distance remaining before the
fuel reaches 0 (Empty).
Check Rear Seat For All Articles
When the system is enabled, this message
appears when the vehicle comes to a com-
plete stop, the vehicle is transitioned from
the D (Drive) position to P (Park) position,
and the driver exits the vehicle. This mes-
sage alerts the driver, af ter a period of time,
to check for items in the rear seat af ter the
audible alert has been provided.
NOTE:
This system is disabled until a driver en-
ables it using the vehicle information
display. For additional information, see
“How to use the vehicle information dis-
play ” (P. 2-22).
For additional information, see “Rear Door
Alert” (P. 2-59).
2-34Instruments and controls

• Make sure the area around the vehicle isclear.
• Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool- ant, brake, and windshield-washer fluid
as frequently as possible, or at least
whenever you refuel.
• Check that all windows and lights are clean.
• Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
• Check that all doors are closed.
• Position seat and adjust head restraints/ headrests.
• Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
• Fasten the seat belt and ask all passen- gers to do likewise.
• Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. For additional information,
see “Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders” (P. 2-11). 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shif t lever to P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral). P (Park) is recommended.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the shif t lever is in either P
(Park) or N (Neutral).
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi- tion. Depress the brake pedal and push
the ignition switch to start the engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal with the ig-
nition switch in any position.
• If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold weather or when re-
starting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the
floor) and while holding, crank the en-
gine. Release the accelerator pedal
when the engine starts.
• If the engine is very hard to start be- cause it is flooded, depress the accel-
erator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Push the ignition switch to
the ON position to start cranking the
engine. Af ter 5 or 6 seconds, stop
cranking by pushing the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. Af ter
cranking the engine, release the accel- erator pedal. Crank the engine with
your foot off the accelerator pedal by
depressing the brake pedal and push-
ing the ignition switch to start the
engine. If the engine starts, but fails to
run, repeat the above procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start, push the ignition switch
to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds
before cranking again, otherwise the
starter could be damaged.
4. Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds af ter starting. Do not race the
engine while warming it up. Drive at a
moderate speed for a short distance
first, especially in cold weather. In cold
weather, keep the engine running for a
minimum of 2 to 3 minutes before shut-
ting it off. Starting and stopping the en-
gine over a short period of time may
make the vehicle more difficult to start.
5. To stop the engine, move the shif t lever to the P (Park) position and push the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting and driving5-17

SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items
be carried in the vehicle during winter:
• A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re-move ice and snow from the windows
and wiper blades.
• A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.
• A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrif ts.
• Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield- washer fluid reservoir.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
• Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),
very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” un-
der these conditions. Try to avoid
driving on wet ice until the road is
salted or sanded.
• Whatever the condition, drive with
caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating or down-
shif ting too fast, the drive wheels will
lose even more traction. •
Allow more stopping distance under
these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry
pavement.
• Allow greater following distances on
slippery roads.
• Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).
These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch
of ice is seen ahead, brake before
reaching it. Try not to brake while on
the ice, and avoid any sudden steer-
ing maneuvers.
• Do not use the cruise control on slip-
pery roads.
• Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep snow
clear of the exhaust pipe and from
around your vehicle.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist
with cold temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used
when the outside temperature is 20°F (-7°C)
or lower.
WARNING
• Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical sys-
tem or a 2-pronged adapter. You can
be seriously injured by an electrical
shock if you use an ungrounded
connection.
• Disconnect and properly store the
engine block heater cord before
starting the engine. Damage to the
cord could result in an electrical
shock and can cause serious injury.
• Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged
extension cord rated for at least 10 A.
Plug the extension cord into a
Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) pro-
tected, grounded 110-VAC outlet.
Failure to use the proper extension
cord or a grounded outlet can result
in a fire or electrical shock and cause
serious personal injury.
Starting and driving5-135

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-4
Engine cooling system ..........................8-6
Checking engine coolant level ................8-7
Changing engine coolant ....................8-7
Engine oil .......................................8-8
Checking engine oil level .....................8-8
Changing engine oil and oil filter ..............8-8
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .............8-13
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ......................8-14
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-14
Brake fluid ................................... 8-15
Windshield-washer fluid ........................8-15
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...........8-15
Battery......................................... 8-16
Jump starting ............................... 8-18
Variable voltage control system ................8-18
Drive belt ....................................... 8-19
Spark plugs .................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ....................... 8-19Air cleaner
..................................... 8-20
In-cabin microfilter .......................... 8-20
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-21
Cleaning .................................... 8-21
Replacing ................................... 8-21
Brakes ......................................... 8-22
Fuses .......................................... 8-23
Engine compartment .......................8-24
Passenger compartment ...................8-25
Battery replacement ........................... 8-26
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......................8-26
Lights .......................................... 8-28
Headlights .................................. 8-28
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-28
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-29
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-32
Tire pressure ................................ 8-32
Tire labeling ................................. 8-36
T
ypes of tires ................................ 8-39
Tire chains .................................. 8-40
Changing wheels and tires ..................8-41

3.8L 6 cylinder (VQ38DD engine model)
(without idle stop)
1. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
2. Fusible link
3. Fuse/Fusible link box
4. Fusible link and relay box
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Engine oil dipstick
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Air cleaner
9. Drive belt location
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
11. Radiator cap
12. Battery
13. Engine coolant reservoir
NOTE:
Your vehicle may not be equipped with
an engine cover.
LDI3520
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
8-4Do-it-yourself