User manual NISSAN FRONTIER-2003

[. . . ] FOREWORD Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. 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 (kilometers) of driving pleasure. [. . . ] If the key cannot be turned to the LOCK position, proceed as follows to remove the key. Move the shift selector lever into the P (Park) position. Starting and driving 5-7 To lock the steering wheel, turn the key to the LOCK position. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key and turn it gently while rotating the steering wheel slightly right and left. START: (4) This position starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the key. It automatically returns to the ON position. WARNING Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK position while driving. This may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury. WSD0052 KEY POSITIONS LOCK: Normal parking position (0) OFF: (Manual transmission model) (1) The engine can be turned off without locking the steering wheel. ACC: (Accessories) (2) This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio when the engine is not running. ON: Normal operating position (3) This position turns on the ignition system and the electrical accessories. MANUAL TRANSMISSION The ignition switch includes an anti-theft steering lock device. The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition key to LOCK position from ACC or ON position, turn the key to OFF, push the key in, then turn the key to LOCK. In order for the steering wheel to be locked, it must be turned about 1/8 of a turn clockwise from the straight up position. 5-8 Starting and driving BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Make sure the area around the vehicle is clear. Check fluid levels such as engine oil, coolant, brake and clutch fluid, and window 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. Position seat and adjust head restraints. Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise. Check the operation of warning lights when the key is turned to the ON (3) position. See "Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders" in the "Instruments and controls" section of this manual. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Automatic transmission: Move the shift selector lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into any of the other gear positions if the ignition key is turned to the OFF position or if the key is removed from the ignition switch. The starter is designed not to operate if the shift selector lever is in any of the driving positions. Manual transmission: Move the shift lever to N (Neutral). [. . . ] . 8-14 Driving with automatic transmission . . 5-10 Driving with manual transmission . . 5-14 Travel (See registering your vehicle in another country) . . 9-15 Turn signal switch (See headlight and turn signal switch) . [. . . ]