2012 Nissan Frontier: Resources
Contents
Quick Info
Recommended Oil: 5W30
Windshield Washer Fluid Capacity: 4.5L / 1.18gal
Battery Group Size: 35
Information
Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_Navara
Nissan Site http://www.nissanusa.com/frontier/
Parts Diagrams http://www.courtesyparts.com/betasite/frontier-d40-2005/genuine-nissan-parts/-c-4888_4889.html
My List of Common Problems & Fixes http://steamforge.net/wiki/index.php/Fixes_to_Common_Nissan_Frontier_Problems
My List of Frontier Fun Facts https://steamforge.net/wiki/index.php/2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Fun_Facts
What Rear End (Axle/Rear Differential) Do I Have? http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f62/what-axle-gears-do-i-have-my-2nd-gen-32992/
What Engine Do I Have?
- V6: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_VQ_engine#VQ40DE
- 4Cyl: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_QR_engine#QR25DE
Tire Size Change Calculator (and other calculators) http://www.4lo.com/calc/geartire.php
Specs https://www.auto123.com/en/new-cars/technical-specs/nissan/frontier/2012/4wd-crew-cab/sv/
Manuals
2012 Frontier Owner's Manual http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/refgh0v/og/frontier/2012-Nissan-Frontier.pdf
Nissan 2012 Service and Maintenance Guide https://owners.nissanusa.com/content/techpub/common/2012/2012-nissan-service-maintenance-guide.pdf
Nissan Service Manuals https://www.nicoclub.com/nissan-service-manuals
Chilton's Manuals Online (available up to 2010 Nissan Frontier) http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f23/online-chilton-manuals-84389/
- You have to enter a library card number (apparently from anywhere... expired is fine)
Haynes Repair Manual 2005 - 2011 (~$20) http://www.haynes.com/products/productID/839
Workshop Manual 2008 - 2012 ($14.95) https://www.tradebit.com/filedetail.php/216992494-2012-nissan-frontier-service-repair-manual
Build Pages
Expedition Portal 2005 Nissan Frontier Project Vehicle mini-site http://www.expeditionportal.com/equipment/vehicles/feature_vehicle/2005_Nissan_Frontier.php
Mark Stephens' 2005 Nissan Frontier Expedition Page http://www.markdstephens.com/frontier/index.html
My 2012 Nissan Frontier Build Page http://steamforge.net/wiki/index.php/2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Build_Page
Forums
Club Frontier Forums (this is, by far, the most active of the forums listed) http://www.clubfrontier.org/
Nissan Frontier Forums http://www.nissanfrontier.org/
FrontySpot.com http://www.frontyspot.com/
NICOclub Nissan Truck Forum http://forums.nicoclub.com/nissan-trucks-forum.html
Interesting DIY/Mod Write-Ups
My Yaesu FT-7900R HAM Radio Install https://steamforge.net/wiki/index.php/2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Yaesu_FT-7900R_Install
Custom "UtiliTrack" on non-equipped truck (front of bed nearest the cab only) http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f23/diy-writeup-utilitrack-unistrut-34948/
My Custom "UtiliTrack" Install https://steamforge.net/wiki/index.php/2012_Nissan_Frontier:_Strut_Channel_Install
Custom 12V Outlet in the Bed http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f10/bed-mounted-12v-outlet-42725/
Interior & Exterior 110V AC Outlets (on an XTerra) http://www.thenewx.org/forum/showthread.php?t=31569
Inverter under the Driver's Seat http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f23/inverter-under-my-front-seat-26274/
Fog Light Installs
- http://www.frontyspot.com/fronty/showthread.php?tid=2062&rndtime=1351389745958277260
- http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f10/nissan-fog-light-install-pictures-38608/
Scangauge Install http://www.frontyspot.com/fronty/showthread.php?tid=1521&rndtime=135138977862002545
Heated Mirrors http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f10/how-install-heated-mirrors-24476/
Axle Vent Mod http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f62/2nd-gen-axle-vent-mod-write-up-40925/
Nissan Rogue Key (integrated remote w/ key) for the Frontier http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f9/adding-rogue-key-80192/
Gentex Aftermarket Rearview Mirror
- http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f9/2012-frontier-sv-gentex-mirror-temp-probe-power-hookup-easy-method-79409/
- http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f9/gentex-compass-temp-mirror-install-69045/
- http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f9/gentex-50-genk2a-auto-dimming-mirror-install-lots-pics-56k-warning-28446/
Auxillary Battery Install
- http://www.thenewx.org/forum/12-electrical/37617-dual-batt-mod-engine-compartment-~-complete-pictoral-install-feb-2-2013-redone.html
- http://www.thenewx.org/forum/showthread.php?t=30100&highlight=Dual+battery+hood (xterra)
- http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f23/triple-battery-install-27713/
Cheap & Easy Mod Thread http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f23/easy-mods-thread-13631/
Best Mods Under $100 http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f8/best-mods-under-hundred-bucks-216417/
5 switch center console from PRO-4X http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f8/pro-4x-help-trying-find-center-switch-panel-5-switches-4wd-78245/
After market Rocker Switches http://www.clubfrontier.org/forums/f9/sweet-switches-78448/
DIY Drawers, Bed Platform, Heated Water Storage http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/47516-LATEST-PROJECT-Truck-Drawers-Sleeping-Platform
Corey's 2007 FJ Cruiser Build Page http://www.pnw4runners.com/fjc/mods/modindex.htm
Reviews
The Car Connection http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/nissan_frontier_2012
Edmunds http://www.edmunds.com/nissan/frontier/2012/consumer-reviews.html
USNews http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Nissan_Frontier/
The Washington Times http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/behind-wheel/2012/jul/26/car-review-2012-nissan-frontier-compact-size-big-p/
Cars.com - Staff http://www.cars.com/nissan/frontier/2012/expert-reviews/
Cars.com - Courtney Messenbaugh http://www.cars.com/nissan/frontier/2012/expert-reviews/?revid=58743
Kelley Blue Book http://www.kbb.com/nissan/frontier-crew-cab/2012-nissan-frontier-crew-cab/
Autobytel http://www.autobytel.com/nissan/frontier/2012/
JD Power http://autos.jdpower.com/research/Nissan/Frontier/2012/Truck/index.htm
Consumer Guide Automotive http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/2012-nissan-frontier.htm
NewCars.com http://www.newcars.com/nissan/frontier/reviews/
trucks.about.com http://trucks.about.com/od/Nissan-Trucks-2012/fr/2012-Nissan-Frontier-Review.htm
Motortrend http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2012/nissan/frontier/
The Auto Channel http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2012/01/16/021212-2012-nissan-frontier-crew-cab-sv-4x4-and-off-road.html