2013 Nissan Frontier Technical Service Bulletins

128 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Nissan Frontier. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10192354Apr 29, 2014Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty claims coding for repairing wiring harnesses for all Nissan vehicles has changed. This bulletin gives an outline of the technician?s responsibilities in assisting the dealer?s claims administrator to properly code a harness repair. Failure to provide correct information may result in claims suspension or rejection. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192326Feb 19, 2014Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION The specifications for the intake and exhaust valves and valve lifter service parts have been changed. * The valve stem length of both intake and exhaust valve has been increased (Figure 1) and are a direct replacement for the shorter style valve. * The related valve lifter cup has been shortened (Figure 2) and the point at which the valve lifter contacts the valve stem has been shortened (not…
• 10192322Feb 12, 2014Engine cooling, Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM: The MIL is ON and one or both of the following DTCs are found stored in the ECM: - P0139 (heated oxygen sensor 2 (B1) circuit slow response) - P0159 (heated oxygen sensor 2 (B2) circuit slow response) ACTION: 1. Confirm this bulletin applies. - Compare the vehicle's current ECM part number to those listed in Table A (see page 4). 2. If the ECM part number does not match one listed in Table A, this…
• 10192305Jan 27, 2014Equipment, Air bags. SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192293Jan 13, 2014Engine, Engine cooling. SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement Engine Control Modules (ECMs) for many newer Nissan vehicles are now "Blank" ECMs. Blank ECMs come without software and must be programmed (not reprogrammed) before they will function. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10053958Nov 15, 2013Fuel system. Nissan: certain vehicles would display, in the instrument cluster, a warning light illumination of a loose fuel cap warning. Model years 2012-2014. No models listed.
• 10192251Oct 14, 2013Equipment. Nissan is conducting a voluntary service campaign on certain Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles to replace the HVAC front air control assembly.
• 10192248Oct 8, 2013Equipment. Nissan is conducting a voluntary service campaign on certain Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles to replace the HVAC front air control assembly.
• 10192247Oct 8, 2013Brakes. Nissan is conducting a voluntary service campaign on certain Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles to replace the HVAC front air control assembly. The fresh air button on applied vehicles may be inoperative. This service will be performed at no charge for parts or labor. See this bulletin for further detail Campaign ID # PC239
• 10053588Oct 8, 2013Engine cooling. Nissan: voluntary campaign for hvac front air control assembly. Fresh air button on some vehicles may be inoperative.
• 10192246Oct 7, 2013Equipment. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles to install bed rail caps.
• 10192245Oct 4, 2013Wheels. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles to install bed rail caps at no charge for parts or labor. A small number of Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles may be missing bed rail caps that were intended to be included on certain trim levels. Campaign ID: PC240 See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10053587Oct 4, 2013Body and structure. Nissan: installation of bed rail caps that were mistakingly missing from vehicles that were intended to have the bed rail caps. *kb updated 12/16/2013
• 10192243Oct 3, 2013Equipment. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain Model Year 2013 Frontier vehicles to install bed rail caps.
• 10054527Sep 26, 2013Tires. Nissan: information regarding tire pressure monitor system (tpms) and low tire pressure warning system (ltpws) for sensor leaks, air pressure changes with altitude and ambient temperatures, aftermarket wheels, radio frequency interference causing no data condition and inflating/deflating tires with tpms/ltpws sensors. Model all. No models years.
• 10192234Aug 27, 2013Equipment. Two methods are used to update/upgrade Navigation Map Data: 1. The customer goes to www.nissannavigation.com and is mailed update disc(s) or SD Card and installs data, OR 2. The dealership is mailed update disc(s) and the customer must visit the dealership to have data installed. Use the matrix in this bulletin to determine which method is utilized for each Applied Vehicle. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192233Aug 27, 2013Equipment, Wheels. Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming…
• 10192231Aug 26, 2013Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION This TSB is for troubleshooting of CAN Modules with "Diag-On-CAN" Diagnostics. The flow charts below are meant to troubleshoot current CAN DTCs. The flow charts are intended to diagnose one module at a time; repeat the process as needed for additional control units. Please see this bulleitn for further details.
• 10192217Jul 23, 2013Brakes, Steering, Wheels. If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical…
• 10192216Jul 23, 2013Wheels, Brakes, Steering, Suspension. SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the…
• 10192192Jun 7, 2013Electrical system. As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed self diagnosis of major emissions systems and components. - In these instances the State may require completion of the SRT before permitting the emissions inspection to proceed. Refer…
• 10192178May 14, 2013Suspension. SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer would like to activate a subscription for any of the following services: - SiriusXM Satellite Radio, NavTraffic, NavWeather, Travel Link Weather OR If a radio is replaced for any reason, and a customer has an active subscription to any of the above services, OR If a customer claims to have an active subscription to any of the above services, AND any portion of the subscribed…
• 10192158Apr 4, 2013Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Improper adjustment or operation of the ASCD brake switch can cause the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) to "not set" and/or DTC P0605 (ECM) to store. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10051768Apr 4, 2013Vehicle speed control. Nissan: cruise control will not set and dtc p0605 is stored.
• 10192155Apr 3, 2013Vehicle speed control, Seat belts. SERVICE INFORMATION The "Lock / Unlock request buttons" that are located on the outside door handles of vehicles with Intelligent Key can be disabled (or enabled) through either the "Comfort & Conv." settings of the Audio/Visual/Navigation system, orthrough the "Combination Meter settings" depending on the vehicle model, year and trim level. NOTE: In some instances this feature may be unintentionally disabled…
• 10051767Apr 3, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
• 10192145Mar 19, 2013Suspension. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod…
• 10192127Feb 15, 2013Body and structure. SERVICE INFORMATION If a CD/DVD Player incident is noted, a possible cause may be improper CD/DVD disc care, condition, or usage. This bulletin provides updated CD/DVD Player operation instructions to avoid potential incidents/customer concerns caused by improper care and usage of CD/DVD discs. To aid in solving customer concerns, use the guidelines in this bulletin when speaking to customers or inspecting incident…

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