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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

  • With engine off, depress brake pedal several times. There should be no change in pedal stroke.
  • With brake pedal depressed, start engine. Pedal should go down slightly.
  • Run engine for two minutes, then turn engine off. Depress brake pedal slowly several times.
  • Pe...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Armada, Murano, Titan & 350Z, 2006-02 Altima, 2000-06 Maxima & Sentra -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier Nismo OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • On all models except 1990-96 300ZX, remove the fuel pump fuse from the fuse panel.
  • On 1990-96 300ZX, disconnect the fuel pump relay, located behind the lefthand side kick panel.
  • On all models, start and run the engine until it stalls.
  • After the engine stalls, crank two or three times to ensure all fuel pressure is relieved.
  • On all models except 1990-96 300ZX, turn the ignition Off, then install the fuel pump fuse.
  • On 1990-96 300ZX, turn the ignition Off, then connect the fuel pump relay.

Removal &...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0 V6 GAS

Rear

  • Place vehicle in neutral.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Place reference mark on front driveline shaft flange yoke and companion flange of front final driveline. Paint is recommended for match marks. Never damage rear ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS

The Low Tire Pressure Warning lamp will illuminate briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is placed in the On position. This system uses radio frequency pressure sensors which monitor pressure in all 4 tires. When operating the vehicle at a speed above 25 mp...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier Nismo OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine undercover.
  • Disconnect electrical connector...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2005-07 Frontier & Pathfinder & 2005-08 Xterra
Vehicle: 2005 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 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> All Wheel Drive (AWD) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0 V6 GAS

When the ignition switch is placed in the on position, the AWD warning lamp will light as a bulb check but should go off soon after the engine is started. If a malfunction in the AWD system exist or if fr...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier SE 4.0 V6 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 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier SE 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 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Door Harness Diagram for 2005 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GASDoor Harness Diagram for 2005 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Door Speaker
  • Door Lock Actuator
  • Power Window Motor
  • Power Window Switch
  • Connector B6
  • Immobilizer System Diagram for 2005 Nissan Frontier Nismo OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GASImmobilizer System Diagram for 2005 Nissan Frontier Nismo OFF-ROAD 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Fuse Block
  • Combination Meter
  • Electronic Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Relay
  • Ignition Relay
  • Front Fog Lamp Relay
  • 2005 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Nissan Frontier LE 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Ignition Relay
  • Front Wiper Motor
  • Front Wiper Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Nissan Frontier cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C SYSTEM O-RING SEAL LEAKS
    Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: DRIVE BELT NOISE
    Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Frontier XE 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Cooling, Water Pump, Drive Belts, Pulleys
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Nissan Frontier AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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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