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2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights | Indicators Guide

2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights | Indicators Guide

These days, cars are getting more complicated, and it’s important to know what all the warning lights on the dashboard of a 2020 Nissan Frontier mean so you can drive safely and efficiently. As technology improves, these indicators become more complex. They are very important for communicating between the car and the driver. Each warning light on the Frontier is an important part of its overall health and performance, from the always-watchful check engine light to the more complex tyre pressure tracking system. Recognizing these dashboard icons gives owners the power to take action and extend the life of their vehicles, whether they’re warning drivers of possible mechanical problems, safety issues, or regular repair needs. 

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WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

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4WD warning light (Dashboard Indicators 2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights Guide (23)

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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

 

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Apply parking brake warning light

 

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Automatic transmission check warning light

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Brake warning light

 

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Charge warning light
Door open warning light

Electric shift control system warning light Engine oil pressure warning light

Low fuel warning light

Low fuel warning light

 

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Low tyre pressure warning light

Low windshield-washer fluid warning light (if so equipped)

NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light
Seat belt warning light and chime

Shift P (Park) warning light (if so equipped)

 

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Supplemental air bag warning light
4WD shift indicator light (4*4 model)

Automatic transmission position indicator light
CRUISE indicator light

Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system ON indicator light 

Engine start operation indicator light

 

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Front passenger airbag status light
High beam indicator light (blue)

Hill descent control system ON indicator light (if so equipped)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Security indicator light (if so equipped)

SET indicator light
Slip indicator light

 

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Transfer 4LO position indicator light ( model)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

 

CHECKING LIGHTS

With all doors closed, apply the parking brake, fasten the seat belts and place the ignition switch in the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights  will come on:

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The following lights  will come on briefly and then go off:

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If any light fails to come on or operate in a way other than described, it may indicate a burned-out bulb and/or a system malfunction. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING LIGHTS
This vehicle has various warning lights that may illuminate to indicate a potential prob-lem. For additional information, refer to the specific light in this section.

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4WD warning light ( model)

The 4WD warning light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off soon after the engine is started.

If the engine or vehicle is not functioning properly, the warning light will either remain illuminated or blink. For additional information, refer to “Using 4–4-wheel drive (4WD)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

CAUTION

  • If the warning light comes on or blinks during operation, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
  • Do not drive on dry hard surface roads in the 4H or 4LO position. If the 4WD warning light turns on when you are driving on dry hard surface roads:
    • In the 4H position, shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD.
    • In the 4LO position for automatic transmission models, stop the vehicle shift the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position with the brake pedal depressed and shift the 4WD shift switch to 2WD.
      If
  • the warning light is still on after the above operation, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational.

If the ABS warning light illuminates while the engine is running or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. The brake system then operates normally but without anti-lock assistance. For additional information, refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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Apply parking brake warning light

This warning light appears when a malfunction occurs in the electric shift control system below 3 mph (5 km/h).
Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the automatic transmission system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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WARNING

  • If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that the automatic transmission P (Park) position will not function and the transfer case is in neutral.
  • When parking, always make sure that the 4WD shift indicator light illuminates and the parking brake is set. Failure to engage the transfer position in 2WD, 4H or 4LO could result in the vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting in serious personal injury or property damage.
  • Shift the 4WD switch into the 2WD, 4H or 4LO position again to turn off the ATP warning light when the shift le-ver is in the P position and the ATP warning light is ON. (Before shifting the 4WD switch into the 4LO position, move the shift lever into the N position once, shift the shift lever into P again and make sure the ATP warning light is OFF.)

This light indicates that the automatic transmission parking function is not engaged. If the transfer control is not secured in any drive position while the shift lever is in the P (Park) position, the transmission will disengage and the drive wheels will not lock.

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Brake warning light

This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

  1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
  2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING

  • Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous.
  • Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
  • If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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Charge warning light

If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging sys-tem is not functioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, or missing, or if the light remains on, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

CAUTION

  • Do not ground electrical accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable voltage control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely. For additional information, refer to “Variable voltage control system” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
  • Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing.

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Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors are not closed securely while the ignition switch is in the ON position.

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Electric shift control system warning light

This light illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the electric shift control system.
Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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Engine oil pressure warning light

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call a NISSAN dealer or other authorized repair shop.

The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine almost immediately. Such damage is not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel level in the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E (Empty). There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E (Empty).

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Low tyre pressure warning light

Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.
The low tyre pressure warning light warns of low tyre pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not functioning properly.

After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this light illuminates for about 1 second and turns off.

Low tyre pressure warning
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the warning light will illuminate. A CHECK TIRE PRES (pressure) warning message is also displayed in the odometer.

When the low tire pressure warning light illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure of all four tires to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label located in the driver’s door opening. The low tyre pressure warning light does not automatically turn off when the tyre pressure is adjusted. After the tyre is inflated to the recommended pressure, the vehicle must be driven at speeds above 16 mph (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS and turn off the low tyre pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tyre pressure.

The low tyre pressure warning light remains illuminated until the tyres are inflated to the recommended COLD tyre pressure. The CHECK TIRE PRES warning message is displayed each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON position as long as the low tire pressure warning light remains illuminated.

For additional information, refer to “Check tire pressure warning message” in this section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual.

TPMS malfunction
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. The “CHECK TIRE PRES” warning does not appear if the low tire pressure warning light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.

For additional information, refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and Driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

WARNING

  • Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influences before use.
  • If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch placed in the ON position, have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
  • If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering manoeuvres or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tyres may permanently damage the tyres and increase the likelihood of tyre failure. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury or death. Check the tire pressure for all four tyres. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label located in the driver’s door opening to turn the low tire pressure warning light off. If the light still illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat or the TPMS may be malfunctioning. If you have a flat tyre, replace it with a spare tyre as soon as possible. If no tyre is flat and all tyres are properly inflated, have the vehicle checked? It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
  • When replacing a wheel without the TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Have your tyres replaced and/or the TPMS system reset as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for these services.
  • Replacing tyres with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS.

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 tyres to the four wheels correctly.

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Low windshield-washer fluid warning light 

This light comes on when the windshield-washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield washer fluid as necessary. For additional information, refer to “Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

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NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light

After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds and then turns off. This light illuminates or blinks as follows:

  • The light blinks in yellow when the door is closed with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and the ignition switch in the ON position. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
  • The light blinks in green when the Intelli-gent Key battery is running out of power. Replace the battery with a new one. For additional information, refer to “Battery” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
  • The light illuminates in yellow when it warns of a malfunction with the electrical steering lock system or the Intelligent Key system.

If the warning light illuminates yellow while the engine is stopped, it may be impossible to free the steering lock or to start the engine. You can drive the vehicle if the light comes on while the engine is running. However, in these cases, have the vehicle checked and repaired as soon as possible. 

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual.

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Seat belt warning light and chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and remains illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.

The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied. For 7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the sys-tem does not activate the warning light for the front passenger.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.

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Shift P (Park) warning light

This light blinks red and the key reminder chime sounds if the shift lever is in any position other than P (Park) and the ignition switch is in the OFF position. Return the shift lever to P (Park) with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the warning light along with the chime will turn off. For additional information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual.

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Supplemental air bag warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front airbag, side airbag, curtain airbag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing:

  • The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
  • The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently.
  • The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pretensioner(s) may not func-tion properly. For additional information, re-fer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.

WARNING
If the supplemental airbag warning light is on, it could mean that the front airbag, side airbag, curtain airbag and/or pretensioner systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

This vehicle has various indicator lights that may illuminate to indicate a system status. For additional information, refer to the specific light in this section.

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4WD shift indicator light (Dashboard Indicators 2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights Guide (23) model)

The light should turn off within 1 second after placing the ignition switch in the ON position.
While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indicator light will illuminate the position selected by the 4WD shift switch.
The 4WD shift indicator light may blink while shifting from one drive mode to the other.

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Automatic transmission position indicator light

For additional information, refer to “Driving the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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CRUISE indicator light

The light comes on when the cruise control ON/OFF switch is pushed. The light goes out when the ON/OFF switch is pushed again. When the CRUISE indicator light comes on, the cruise control system is operational. For additional information, refer to “Cruise control” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system ON indicator light 

This light comes on when the electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system clutch is fully engaged.

The indicator light flashes when the sys-tem is first turned on. When the system fully engages, the light remains on. If the switch is on and the indicator light continues to flash, the system is not engaged.

For additional information, refer to “Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system switch” in this section and “Electronic locking rear differential (E-Lock) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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Engine start operation indicator light 

For vehicles equipped with push-button ignition, this indicator illuminates when the ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ON position with the shift lever in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed.

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Front passenger airbag status light

The front passenger airbag status light

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For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.

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High beam indicator light (blue)

This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.

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Hill descent control system ON indicator light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, this light comes on briefly and then turns off.

The light comes on when the hill descent control system is activated.

If the hill descent control switch is on and the indicator light blinks, the system is not engaged.

If the indicator light does not come on when the hill descent switch is on, the sys-tem may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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

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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.

The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel in the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, theDashboard Indicators 2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights Guide (38) light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.

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, refer to the “Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Technical and consumer information” section of this manual.

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 trip computer. 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 after a few driving trips. If the light does not turn off after 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 emission 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 deceleration.
    • 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 recommended 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.

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Security indicator light 

This light blinks when the ignition switch is in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. This func-tion indicates the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational.
For additional information, refer to “Security systems” in this section.

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SET indicator light

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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Slip indicator light

This indicator will blink when the VDC sys-tem is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits.

You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal.
The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin.

TheDashboard Indicators 2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights Guide (45) indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. The light will turn off after approximately 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light does not come on have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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Transfer 4LO position indicator light
( model)

This light comes on when the 4WD shift switch is set in the 4LO position with the ignition switch in the ON position.

The transfer case may be damaged if you shift the switch while driving.
Make sure the transfer 4LO position indicator light turns on when you shift the 4WD shift switch to 4LO.

The indicator light may blink while shifting from one drive mode to the other.

The 4LO indicator light must stop blinking and remain illuminated or turn off before shifting the transmission into gear. If the shift lever is shifted from the N (Neutral) position to any other gear when the 4LO indicator light is blinking, the vehicle may move unexpectedly.

When you shift between 4H and 4LO, follow the instructions below:

  • Stop the vehicle and move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position with the brake pedal depressed, then depress and turn the 4WD shift switch to 4LO or 4H.
  • You cannot move the transfer 4WD shift switch between 4H and 4LO unless you stop the vehicle and move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position with the brake pedal depressed.

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Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated.

NOTE:
In case of a turn signal light bulb malfunction, the turn signal will flash at a higher frequency when the turn signal switch is activated.
Both lights flash when the hazard switch is turned on.

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Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

This indicator light comes on when the VDC OFF switch is pushed to the OFF position, the transfer case is in the 4LO position Dashboard Indicators 2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights Guide (50)or when the VDC system is not functioning properly. This indicates the VDC system is not operating.

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine and the system will operate normally. For additional information, refer to the “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and Driving” section of this manual.

The VDC light also comes on when the push-button ignition switch is in the ON position. The light will turn off after about 2 seconds if the system is operational. If the light stays on or comes on along with the Dashboard Indicators 2020 Nissan Frontier Warning Lights Guide (45)indicator light while you are driving, have the VDC system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
If the battery is removed or discharged, the VDC system is disabled and the VDC indicator light will not turn off after 2 seconds when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. To reset the system, you must perform the reset procedure. For additional information, refer to the “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and Driving” section of this manual.

If the light does not go off after performing the reset procedure, have the traction control system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

While the VDC system is operating, you might feel a slight vibration or hear the sys-tem working when starting the vehicle or accelerating, but this is normal.

The VDC system will be disabled and the VDC light will illuminate when the electronic locking rear differential (E-lock) sys-tem switch (if so equipped) is turned on and the E-lock system is engaged. If the E-lock system disengages or the switch is turned off, the VDC system will be enabled and the VDC light will turn off.

FAQs

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” ABS warning light indicate?

In the 2020 Nissan Frontier, the ABS warning light means that the Anti-lock Braking System isn’t working right. This could be because of problems with the ABS sensors, the amount of brake fluid, or other parts that are connected.

How should I interpret the “2020 Nissan Frontier” check engine light?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s “check engine” light means there is a problem with the engine or one of the systems that connect to it. It could be something as simple as a loose gas cap or something more important like problems with the engine’s parts.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” battery warning light mean?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s battery warning light means there is a problem with the charging system. This could be because of a bad generator, battery, or wiring.

How do I interpret the “2020 Nissan Frontier” oil pressure warning light?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s oil pressure light lets you know when the oil pressure is too low. If you don’t fix it right away, the low oil pressure could damage the engine. It’s important to stop the car right away and check the oil pressure and amount.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light signify?

In the 2020 Nissan Frontier, the TPMS warning light means that one or more tyres have low tyre pressure. Having the right amount of air in your tyres is important for safety and saving gas.

How should I respond to the “2020 Nissan Frontier” airbag warning light?

In the 2020 Nissan Frontier, the airbag warning light means that there is a problem with the airbag system.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” traction control system (TCS) warning light indicate?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s TCS warning light means that the traction control system isn’t working right. The traction control system helps keep the vehicle stable and under control when speeding up on slippery surfaces. 

How should I interpret the “2020 Nissan Frontier” fuel level warning light?

The gas level warning light in the 2020 Nissan Frontier means that the gas level is low and it’s time to fill up. If you don’t want to damage your car, don’t run out of gas.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” temperature warning light signify?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s temperature warning light means the engine is getting too hot. It is important to stop, turn off the engine, and let it cool down before driving again.

How do I interpret the “2020 Nissan Frontier” low washer fluid warning light?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s low washer fluid light means that there isn’t enough washer fluid in the windshield. To make sure you can see clearly while moving, you should fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” maintenance required light mean?

The maintenance needed light on the 2020 Nissan Frontier lets you know when regular maintenance is due based on the car’s mileage or a set schedule. To keep the car working well, it’s important to follow the maintenance schedule.

How should I respond to the “2020 Nissan Frontier” door ajar warning light?

In the 2020 Nissan Frontier, the door ajar warning light means that one or more doors are not closed all the way. To avoid crashes or theft, it’s important to check all the doors and make sure they are shut properly.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” electronic stability control (ESC) warning light signify?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s ESC warning light means there is a problem with the electronic stability control system. This system helps keep the vehicle stable when turning or avoiding obstacles. This system needs to be checked right away to make sure moving is safe.

How should I interpret the “2020 Nissan Frontier” blind spot warning light?

The 2020 Nissan Frontier’s blind spot warning light lets the driver know when another car is in their blind spot, which can be dangerous when changing lanes. Even if the warning light isn’t on, you should still look in your blind spots before changing lines.

What does the “2020 Nissan Frontier” security indicator light mean?

In a 2020 Nissan Frontier, the security light means that the car’s protection system is turned on. It keeps thieves away and gives you peace of mind when you leave your car stopped or unattended.

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