User manual NISSAN FRONTIER-1998

[. . . ] Foreword The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers. Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. A separate Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenance schedules. [. . . ] This can be done at any speed, and it is not necessary to depress the clutch pedal. NOTE: For two-wheel drive operation, set the free-running hubs in the disengaged position. AUTO-LOCK hubs will not disengage until the vehicle is moved about 3 feet (1 m) in the opposite direction of travel: When driving forward, stop and move 3 feet (1 m) in reverse. When backing up, stop and move 3 feet (1 m) forward, then move the vehicle about 3 feet (1 m) in reverse. This will allow for better fuel economy, quieter ride and less component wear. From 4H to 2H 1. Depress the transfer lever and move it to the desired 4L or 4H position. NOTE: Follow the NOTE shown in shifting from 4H to 2H. From 4L to 2H 5-18 Starting and driving MANUAL-LOCK FREE-RUNNING HUBS To ensure proper lubrication of front drive components, drive in the LOCK position for at least 10 miles (16 km) each month. The manual-lock free-running hubs are designed to allow you to engage or disengage the front drive shaft to the front wheels. Before driving, set the free-running hub to the desired position: SD0022 two-wheel operation -- Turn the knob to the FREE position. Be certain to align the mark on the knob with the mark on the wheel hub. CAUTION Never drive in four-wheel drive (4H or 4L) with the free-running hubs in the FREE position. Do not drive your vehicle with the left and right free-running hub set to different positions. For the first 300 miles (483 km) it is recommended that you drive in the 2H position with the free-running hubs set in the LOCK position. Starting and driving 5-19 TO SHIFT TRANSFER CASE: From 2H to 4H SHIFT PROCEDURE FOR MANUAL-LOCK FREE-RUNNING HUBS 1. This can be done at any speed, and it is not necessary to depress the clutch pedal. NOTE: For two-wheel drive operation, set the free-running hubs in the FREE position. This will allow for better fuel economy, quieter ride and less component wear. From 4H to 2H 1. Depress the transfer lever and move it to the desired 4L or 4H position. Change gears quickly and smoothly. From 2H to 4L From 4L to 2H 1. NOTE: Follow the NOTE shown in shifting from 4H to 2H. 5-20 Starting and driving DRIVING YOUR FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SAFELY Your NISSAN is designed for both normal and off-road use. It has a higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make it suitable for off-road use. These characteristics give the vehicle a higher center of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of your surroundings, allowing you to anticipate problems. However, avoid driving in deep water or mud as your NISSAN is mainly designed for leisure use, unlike a conventional off-road vehicle. [. . . ] 2-3 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 9-2 9-3 8-2 9-2 11-3 Overdrive switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23 Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]