1998 Nissan Frontier Owner's Manual - Page 156

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil may be hot. 5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag. Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket remaining on the mounting surface of the engine. 6. Coat the rubber gasket on the new filter with engine oil. 7. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn. 8. Start the engine and check for leakage around the oil filter. Correct as required. 9. Turn the engine off and wait several minutes. Check the oil level. Add engine oil if necessary. WARNING ● When engine is running, keep hands, jewelry and clothing away from any moving parts such as cooling fan and drive belts. ● Automatic transmission fluid is poisonous and should be stored carefully in marked containers out of the reach of children. ADI1032 TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS FOR CHECKING ATF ● The fluid level should be checked using the HOT range on the dipstick after the following conditions have been met: - The engine should be warmed up to operating temperature. - The vehicle should be driven at least 5 minutes. - The ATF should be warmed to between 122 and 176°F (50 and 80°C). ● The ATF can be checked at fluid temperatures of 86 to 122°F (30 to 50°C) using the COLD range on the dipstick after the engine is warmed up and before Do-it-yourself CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Turn the engine off. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter. 4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench. Then remove the oil filter by turning it by hand. 8-9