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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks from 1990+

Nissan -> Wiring Diagrams -> Quest
Vehicle: 2004 Nissan Frontier 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Nissan -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Anti-Lock Brakes -> Less Anti-Lock Brakes
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0 V6 GAS

Less Anti-Lock Brakes

Do not spill brake fluid on painted surfaces, it may cause damage to the paint. If brake fluid is spilled, wash immediately with water.

  • Place container under master cylinder to avoid spillage, then fill master cylinder with brake fluid.
  • Connect hose to bleeder valves, then depress brake pedal several times.
  • With pressure applied to pedal open bleeder valve to release air trapped in system.
  • Close bleeder, then release pedal slowly.
  • Repeat steps 3 and 4 as outlined above until all air is removed from system.
  • Bleed air from system in order as follows:
    • Left rear whe...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Frontier 3.3 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2008 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

Front

  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove undercover using suitable tool.
  • Place reference mark on front driveline shaft flange yoke and companion flange of front final driveline. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage flange yoke and companion flange of front final drive.
  • Remove bolts and then remove front driveline from front final drive and transfer case from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque wheel lug nuts to 80 ft. lbs.
    • ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Less Scan Tool -> With Scan Tool
Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS

Less Scan Tool

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

To start the self-diagnostics, place the ignition switch in the On position, then ground terminal of the tire pressure warning check connector. The fault location is indicated by the blinking of the low tire pressure warning lamp, Fig. . If the low tire pressure warning lamp is blinking repeatedly at 5 Hz, there is no fault occurring in the system.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
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Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

In order to make it easier to find the cause of hard to duplicate malfunctions, the malfunction information is s...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine undercover.
  • Remove righthand side splash shield.
  • Remove fan shroud.
  • Mark alternator drive belt running direction with suitable...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2005-07 Frontier & Pathfinder & 2005-08 Xterra
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Frontier Nismo OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Press in on the sides of the glove compartment and allow the glove compartment to hand by the cord.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover screw, then the cover.
  • Remove the cabin air filter elements from...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Nissan -> Traction Control/Slip Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Nissan Frontier 2.4 L4 GAS

Drive wheel slippage is detected by the four wheel rotating signal. When wheel slip becomes excessive, the Traction Control System (TCS) operates causing the SLIP indicator lamp to illuminate. When the TCS off switch is used to cancel TCS function, the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water inlet.
  • Remove hose from water inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect wiring harness connector from air cleaner case.
  • Remove air cleaner duct and resonator assembly, then place air cleaner assembly aside.
  • Rotate or lift belt te...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Control Modules Diagram for 2006 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GASControl Modules Diagram for 2006 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Combination Meter
  • Engine Control Module
  • ABS Actuator
  • Door Harness Diagram for 2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0 V6 GASDoor Harness Diagram for 2006 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Window
  • Door Speaker
  • Door Lock Actuator
  • Power Window Motor
  • Power Door Lock Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Nissan Frontier  3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Nissan Frontier 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt
  • Seat Belt Buckle Switch
  • Air Bag Warning Lamp
  • Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit
  • Tire Pressure
  • 2002 Nissan Frontier  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Nissan Frontier 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Front Door Switch
  • Left Rear Door Switch
  • Right Rear Door Switch
  • Left Front Door Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: WINDOW REGULATOR CREAK NOISE AFTER OPENING
    Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Document: KNOCKING NOISE ABOVE IDLE (800-1100 RPM)
    Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Frontier 3.3 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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