Nissan Frontier (2019 year). Instruction — part 9

4. Confirm that the

indicator light

comes on. The

indicator light

stays on for about 30 seconds. The ve-
hicle security system is now pre-
armed. After about 30 seconds the ve-
hicle security system automatically
shifts into the armed phase. The
indicator light begins to flash once ev-
ery 3 seconds. If, during the 30-second
pre-arm time period, the driver’s door
is unlocked by the key or the key fob or
the ignition switch is placed in ACC or
ON position, the system will not arm.

∙ If the key is turned slowly when lock-

ing the driver’s door, the system may
not arm. Furthermore, if the key is
turned beyond the vertical position
toward the unlock position the sys-
tem may be disarmed when the key is
removed. If the indicator light fails to
glow for a period of time, unlock the
door once and lock it again.

∙ Even when the driver and/or passen-

gers are in the vehicle, the system will
arm with all doors closed and locked
with the ignition switch placed in the
OFF position.

Vehicle security system activation

The vehicle security system will give the
following alarm:

∙ The headlights blink and the horn

sounds intermittently.

∙ The alarm automatically turns off after

a period of time. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered
with again. The alarm can be shut off by
unlocking the driver’s door with the key
or by pressing the

button on the

key fob.

The alarm is activated by:

∙ Opening a door without using the key or

key fob (even if the door is unlocked by
using the inside lock knob or the power
door lock switch).

How to stop an activated alarm

The alarm stops only by unlocking the driv-
er’s door with the key or by pressing
the

button on the key fob.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (if so equipped)

The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of a registered key.

If the engine fails to start using a registered
key (for example, when interference is
caused by another registered key, an auto-
mated toll road device or automatic pay-
ment device on the key ring), restart the
engine using the following procedures:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON po-

sition for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or

LOCK position, and wait approximately
10 seconds.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holding the

device (which may have caused the in-
terference) separate from the regis-
tered key.

If the no start condition re-occurs, NISSAN
recommends placing the registered key on
a separate key ring to avoid interference
from other devices.

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FCC Notice:

For USA:

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions; (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment.

For Canada:

This

device

complies

with

Industry

Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must ac-
cept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.

Security indicator light

This light blinks when the ignition switch is
placed in the LOCK position with the key
removed from the ignition switch.

This function indicates the NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System is operational.

If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, the light will remain on
while the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.

If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for the
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System as
soon as possible. Please bring all regis-
tered keys that you have. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.

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SWITCH OPERATION

The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion.

Push the lever down to operate the wiper
at the following speed:

䊊

1

Intermittent (INT) — intermittent op-
eration can be adjusted by turning the
knob toward

䊊

A

(Slower) or

䊊

B

(Faster)

䊊

2

Low (LO) — continuous low speed op-
eration

䊊

3

High (HI) — continuous high speed op-
eration

Push the lever up

䊊

4

to have one sweep

operation (MIST) of the wiper.

Pull the lever toward you

䊊

5

to operate the

washer. The wiper will also operate several
times.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer
solution may freeze on the windshield
and obscure your vision which may lead
to an accident. Warm the windshield
with the defroster before you wash the
windshield.

CAUTION

∙ Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

∙ Do not operate the washer if the res-

ervoir tank is empty.

To defrost the rear window glass (if so
equipped), place the ignition switch in the
ON or START position and push the rear
window defroster switch on. The rear win-
dow defroster indicator light on the switch
comes on. Push the switch again to turn
the defroster off.

To defrost the outside mirrors (if so
equipped), place the ignition switch in the
ON or START position and push the outside
mirror defroster switch on. The outside
mirror defroster indicator light on the
switch comes on. Push the switch again to
turn the defroster off.

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Type A (if so equipped)

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WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

REAR WINDOW OR OUTSIDE MIRROR
DEFROSTER SWITCH (if so equipped)

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The rear window/outside mirror defroster
(if so equipped) automatically turns off af-
ter approximately 15 minutes.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defroster.

HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH

Lighting

䊊

1

Rotate the switch to the

position,

and the front parking, tail, license plate,
and instrument panel lights will come
on.

䊊

2

Rotate the switch to the

position,

and the headlights will come on and all
the other lights remain on.

CAUTION

Use the headlights with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.

Type B (if so equipped)

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Type A (if so equipped)

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Type B (if so equipped)

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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH

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Autolight system (if so equipped)

The autolight system allows the headlights
to be set so they turn on and off automati-
cally. The autolight system can:

∙ Turn on the headlights, front parking,

tail, license plate and instrument panel
lights automatically when it is dark.

∙ Turn off all the lights when it is light.

∙ Keep all the lights on for a period of time

after you turn the key to the OFF posi-
tion and all doors are closed.

To turn on the autolight system:

1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO

position

䊊

1

.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

3. The autolight system automatically

turns the headlights on and off.

Initially, if the ignition switch is turned off
and a door is opened and left open, the
headlights remain on for a period of time. If
another door is opened while the head-
lights are on, then the timer is reset.

To turn the autolight system off, turn the

switch to the OFF,

, or

posi-

tion.

Type C (if so equipped)

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Be sure you do not put anything on top
of the autolight sensor

䊊

1

located in the

top side of the instrument panel. The au-
tolight sensor controls the autolight; if it
is covered, the autolight sensor reacts as
if it is dark out and the headlights will
illuminate. If this occurs while parked
with the engine off and the switch in the
ON position, your vehicle’s battery could
become discharged.

Headlight beam select

䊊

1

To select the high beam function, en-
sure the low beams are engaged and
push the lever forward. The high beam
lights come on and the

light illu-

minates. For additional information, re-
fer to “Headlight control switch” in this
section.

䊊

2

Pull the lever back to return to the low
beams.

䊊

3

Pulling and releasing the lever flashes
the headlight high beams on and off.
The low beams need not be engaged
for this function.

Battery saver system

The battery saver system automatically
turns off the following lights after a period
of time when the ignition switch is placed in
the OFF position and the doors are closed:

∙ Headlights, when the headlight switch

is in the

or

position

∙ Interior lights, when left in the ON posi-

tion (if so equipped)

After the headlights automatically turn off
with the headlight switch in the
or

position, the headlights will illumi-

nate again if the headlight switch is moved
to the OFF position and then turned to

the

or

position.

CAUTION

Even though the battery saver feature
automatically turns off the headlights
after a period of time, you should turn
the headlight switch to the OFF position
when the engine is not running to avoid
discharging the vehicle battery.

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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
SYSTEM (if so equipped)

The DRL system automatically illuminates
when the engine is started with the parking
brake released. The DRL system operates
with the headlight switch in the OFF posi-
tion or in the

position. Turn the head-

light switch to the

position for full illu-

mination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the DRL system does not
illuminate. The DRL system illuminates
when the parking brake is released. The
DRL system will remain on until the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position.

WARNING

When the DRL system is active, tail
lights on your vehicle are not on. It is
necessary at dusk to turn on your head-
lights. Failure to do so could cause an
accident injuring yourself and others.

INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL

The instrument brightness control oper-
ates when the headlight control switch is in

the AUTO (if so equipped),

or

position.
Turn the control

䊊

A

to adjust the brightness

of the instrument panel lights when driving
at night.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Turn signal

䊊

1

Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is
completed, the turn signal cancels au-
tomatically.

Lane change signal

䊊

2

Move the lever up or down until the
turn signal begins to flash, but the lever
does not latch, to signal a lane change.
Hold the lever until the lane change is
complete.

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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so
equipped)

To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the

position, then turn the

fog light switch to the

position.

To turn the fog lights on with the headlight
switch in the AUTO position (if so equipped),
the headlights must be on, then turn the
fog light switch to the

position.

To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light
switch to the OFF position.

The headlights must be on and the low
beams selected for the fog lights to oper-
ate. The fog lights automatically turn off
when the high beam headlights are se-
lected.

To sound the horn, push the area between
the horn icons on the steering wheel.

WARNING

Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental front
air bag system may result in serious
personal injury.

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HORN

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To turn on the cargo lamp, push the switch
down to the ON position.

CAUTION

Be sure to turn the light switch to the
OFF position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, otherwise
the battery will go dead.

The front seats are warmed by built-in
heaters.

1. Place the ignition switch in the ON or

START position.

2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch,

as desired, depending on the tempera-
ture. The indicator light in the switch
will illuminate.

The heater is controlled by a thermo-
stat, automatically turning the heater
on and off. The indicator light will re-
main on as long as the switch is on.

3. When the seat is warmed or before you

leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the
switch off.

WARNING

Do not use or allow occupants to use
the seat heater if you or the occupants
cannot monitor elevated seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
body parts that contact the seat. Use of
the seat heater by such people could
result in serious injury.

CAUTION

∙ Do not use the seat heater for ex-

tended periods or when no one is us-
ing the seat.

∙ Do not put anything on the seat which

insulates heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise,
the seat may become overheated.

∙ Do not place anything hard or heavy

on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in dam-
age to the heater.

∙ Any liquid spilled on the heated seat

should be removed immediately with
a dry cloth.

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CARGO LAMP SWITCH

HEATED SEAT SWITCHES (if so
equipped)

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∙ When cleaning the seat, never use

gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any
similar materials.

∙ If any malfunctions are found or the

heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ The battery could run down if the seat

heater is operated while the engine is
not running.

The vehicle should be driven with the VDC
system on for most driving conditions.

If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the
VDC system reduces the engine output to
reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will
be reduced even if the accelerator is de-
pressed to the floor. If maximum engine
power is needed to free a stuck vehicle,
turn the VDC system off.

To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC
OFF switch. The

indicator will come

on.

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart
the engine to turn on the system. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Start-
ing and driving” section of this manual.

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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH

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WARNING

∙ Never rely solely on the hill descent

control system to control vehicle
speed when driving on steep downhill
grades. Always drive carefully when
using the hill descent control system
and decelerate the vehicle speed by
depressing the brake pedal if neces-
sary. Be especially careful when driv-
ing on frozen, muddy or extremely
steep downhill roads. Failure to con-
trol vehicle speed may result in a loss
of control of the vehicle and possible
serious injury or death.

∙ The hill descent control may not con-

trol the vehicle speed on a hill under
all load or road conditions. Always be
prepared to depress the brake pedal
to control vehicle speed. Failure to do
so may result in a collision or serious
personal injury.

CAUTION

When the hill descent control system
operates continuously for a long time,
the temperature of the brake pads may
increase and the hill descent control
system may be temporarily disabled
(the indicator light will blink). If the indi-
cator light does not come on continu-
ously after blinking, stop using the
system.

The hill descent control system is designed
to reduce driver workload when going
down steep hills. The hill descent control
system helps to control vehicle speed so
the driver can concentrate on steering the
vehicle.

To activate the hill descent control system:

∙ The shift lever must be in forward or

reverse gear,

∙ The 4WD switch must be in the 4L posi-

tion and the vehicle speed must be un-
der 15 mph (25 km/h) or

∙ The 4WD switch must be in the 4H posi-

tion and the vehicle speed must be un-
der 21 mph (35 km/h), and

∙ The hill descent control system switch

must be ON.

The hill descent control system ON indica-
tor light will come on when the system is
activated. Also, the stop/tail lights illumi-
nate while the hill descent control system
applies the brakes to control vehicle speed.

If the accelerator or brake pedal is de-
pressed while the hill descent control sys-
tem is on, the system will stop operating
temporarily. As soon as the accelerator or
brake pedal is released, the hill descent
control system begins to function again if
the hill descent control operating condi-
tions are fulfilled.

The hill descent control system ON indica-
tor light blinks if the switch is on and all
conditions for system activation are not
met or if the system becomes disengaged
for any reason.

To turn off the hill descent control system,
push the switch to the OFF position.

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HILL DESCENT CONTROL SWITCH (if
so equipped)

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For additional information, refer to “Hill de-
scent control system ON indicator light” in
this section and “Hill descent control sys-
tem” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.

The E-Lock system can help provide added
traction if the vehicle is stuck or becoming
stuck.

To activate the E-Lock system:

∙ The 4WD switch must be in the 4LO po-

sition (4-Wheel Drive vehicles),

∙ The vehicle must be stopped or moving

at 4 mph (7 km/h) or less, and

∙ The E-Lock system switch must be

turned on.

When the E-Lock switch is turned on, the
indicator light will flash until the system
engages. However, if all operation condi-
tions listed above are not met or the sys-
tem becomes disengaged, the indicator
light will continue to flash.

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is dis-
abled and the ABS light illuminates when
the E-Lock system is on. Also, the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system is disabled
and the VDC light illuminates when the
E-Lock system is on.

For additional information, refer to “Elec-
tronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) sys-
tem” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual for further explanation and
system limitations.

WARNING

∙ Never leave the E-Lock system on

when driving on paved or hard-
surfaced roads. Turning the vehicle
may result in the rear wheels slipping
and result in an accident and personal
injury. After using the E-Lock system
to free the vehicle, turn the system off.

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ELECTRONIC LOCKING REAR
DIFFERENTIAL (E-Lock) SYSTEM
SWITCH (if so equipped)

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∙ Use the E-Lock system only when

freeing a stuck vehicle. Try the 4LO po-
sition before using the E-Lock system.
Never use the E-Lock system on a slip-
pery road surface such as snow or ice
surface. Using the E-Lock system
when driving in these road conditions
may cause unexpected movement of
the vehicle during engine braking, ac-
celerating or turning, which may re-
sult in an accident and serious per-
sonal injury.

CAUTION

∙ After using the E-Lock system, turn

the switch off to prevent possible
damage

to

driveline

components

from extended use.

∙ Do not drive over 12 mph (20 km/h)

when the system is engaged. Doing so
could result in possible damage to the
driveline.

∙ Do not turn on the E-Lock system

while the tires are spinning. Doing so
could

damage

drivetrain

components.

WARNING

Pay special attention to your surround-
ings when using the clutch interlock
switch. The vehicle will move forward or
backward

according

to

the

gear

selected.

The clutch interlock (clutch start) switch
allows for starting the engine without de-
pressing the clutch pedal. This feature
helps you restart the engine if it stops un-
der difficult conditions. (For example, the
engine stops on a steep hill and a slight
movement forward or backward might be
dangerous.)

To use the clutch interlock switch:

1. Set the parking brake.

2. Depress the brake pedal with your right

foot.

3. Place your left foot on the brake pedal

and release the parking brake.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON posi-

tion.

5. Push and release the clutch interlock

switch. The CANCEL light on the switch
will illuminate.

6. Turn the ignition to the START position

to start the engine and, at the same
time, depress the accelerator pedal
with your right foot. As the vehicle be-
gins to move, take your left foot off the
brake. Once the engine has started, the
clutch interlock switch CANCEL light
shuts off. Do not use the interlock
switch to start the engine under nor-
mal driving conditions.

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CLUTCH INTERLOCK (clutch start)
SWITCH (if so equipped)

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WARNING

The Rear Sonar System is a conve-
nience but it is not a substitute for
proper backing. Always turn and check
that it is safe to do so before backing up.
Always back up slowly.

The RSS (if so equipped) is active when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position
and the shift lever is in R (Reverse).

When sensors detect obstacles within 6 ft
(1.8 m) of the rear bumper, a beeping tone is
emitted.

The RSS can be disabled by pushing the
OFF switch. When the system is disabled,
the indicator light on the switch will illumi-
nate.

The system will automatically reset the
next time the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position.

For additional information, refer to “Rear
Sonar System (RSS)” in the “Starting and
driving” section in this manual.

The power outlets are for powering electri-
cal accessories such as cellular tele-
phones. They are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A)
maximum.

The power outlets are powered only when
the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON po-
sition.

Open the cap to use a power outlet.

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Front row

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REAR SONAR SYSTEM (RSS) OFF
SWITCH (if so equipped)

POWER OUTLETS

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CAUTION

∙ The outlet and plug may be hot during

or immediately after use.

∙ Only certain power outlets are de-

signed for use with a cigarette lighter
unit. Do not use any other power out-
let for an accessory lighter. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for additional information.

∙ Do not use with accessories that ex-

ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw.

∙ Do not use double adapters or more

than one electrical accessory.

∙ Use power outlets with the engine

running to avoid discharging the ve-
hicle battery.

∙ Avoid using power outlets when the

air conditioner, headlights or rear win-
dow defroster is on.

∙ Before inserting or disconnecting a

plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned off.

∙ Push the plug in as far as it will go. If

good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may open.

∙ When not in use, be sure to close the

cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquids to contact the outlet.

FRONT-DOOR POCKETS

Center console

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REAR-DOOR POCKETS

SEATBACK POCKET (if so
equipped)

A seatback pocket may be located on the
back of the driver’s seat. The pocket may
be used to store maps.

Type A (if so equipped)

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Type B (if so equipped)

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