brake light NISSAN KICKS 2020 Owner´s Manual

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions.......................8-2
Engine compartment check locations ...........8-3
Engine cooling system ..........................8-4
Checking engine coolant level ................8-5
Changing engine coolant ....................8-5
Engine oil .......................................8-5
Checking engine oil level .....................8-5
Changing engine oil and oil filter ..............8-6
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid .............................................8-9
Brake fluid .......................................8-9
Windshield-washer fluid ........................8-10
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ...........8-10
Battery......................................... 8-12
Jump starting ............................... 8-13
Variable voltage control system ................8-14
Drive belt ....................................... 8-14
Spark plugs .................................... 8-15
Replacing spark plugs ....................... 8-15
Air cleaner ..................................... 8-16In-cabin microfilter
.......................... 8-16
Windshield wiper blades ........................8-17
Cleaning .................................... 8-17
Replacing ................................... 8-17
Brakes ......................................... 8-18
Fuses .......................................... 8-19
Engine compartment ....................... 8-19
Passenger compartment ...................8-21
Battery replacement ........................... 8-22
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......................8-22
Lights .......................................... 8-24
Headlights .................................. 8-24
Fog lights (if so equipped) ...................8-24
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-26
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-28
Tire pressure ................................ 8-28
Tire labeling ................................. 8-31
Types of tires ................................ 8-34
Tire chains .................................. 8-35
Changing

wheels and tires .................. 8-36

WARNING
• Use only new fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can dam-
age the brake system and affect the
vehicle's stopping ability.
• Clean the filler cap before removing.
• Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of reach of children.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid
is spilled, immediately wash the sur-
face with water.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
brake fluid is below the MIN line
OB, the
brake warning light will illuminate. Add
brake fluid up to the MAX line
OA. For addi-
tional information on recommended type
of brake fluid, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities" in the “
Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual. If the brake fluid must be added frequently,
the brake system should be thoroughly
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR
Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the low windshield-washer fluid
warning light (if so equipped) comes on.
To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,
lif t the cap off the reservoir and pour the
windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir
opening.
LDI3223
WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
8-10Do-it-yourself

Rear window wiper blade
If checking or replacement is required, it is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.If the brakes do not operate properly, have
the brakes checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this ser-
vice.
Self-adjusting brakes
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The front disc-type brakes self-adjust ev-
ery time the brake pedal is applied. The rear
drum-type brakes self-adjust every time
the parking brake is applied.
WARNING
Have your brake system checked if the
brake pedal height does not return to
normal. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Brake pad wear indicators
The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires replacement, a high pitched
scraping or screeching sound will be heard
when the vehicle is in motion. The noise will
be heard whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator
sound is heard. Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is nor-
mal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.
For additional information re-
garding brake inspections, refer to the ap-
propriate maintenance schedule informa-
tion in the "Maintenance and schedules"
section of this manual.LDI2710
BRAKES
8-18Do-it-yourself

•If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics, affect the VDC system and/or in-
terference with the brake discs/
drums. Such interference can lead to
decreased braking efficiency and/or
early brake pad wear. For additional
information on wheel off-set dimen-
sions, refer to “Wheels and tires” in
the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.
• 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 af ter 1 minute. Have your
tires replaced and/or TPMS system
reset as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
• Replacing tires with those not origi-
nally specified by NISSAN could af-
fect the proper operation of the
TPMS. •
The TPMS sensor may be damaged if
it is not handled correctly. Be careful
when handling the TPMS sensor.
• When replacing the TPMS sensor, the
ID registration may be required. It is
recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for ID registration.
• Do not use a valve stem cap that is
not specified by NISSAN. The valve
stem cap may become stuck.
• Be sure that the valve stem caps are
correctly fitted. Otherwise the valve
may be clogged up with dirt and
cause a malfunction or loss of
pressure.
• Do not install a damaged or de-
formed wheel or tire even if it has
been repaired. Such wheels or tires
could have structural damage and
could fail without warning.
• The use of retread tires is not
recommended.
• For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.Wheel balance
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle
handling and tire life. Even with regular use,
wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,
they should be balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be per-
formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
could lead to mechanical damage.
Care of wheels
• Wash the wheels when washing the ve- hicle to maintain their appearance.
• Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel is changed or the underside of
the vehicle is washed.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels.
• Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss
of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.
• NISSAN recommends waxing the road wheels to protect against road salt in ar-
eas where it is used during winter.
8-38Do-it-yourself

secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is re-
leased.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and in-
stalled securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated ev-
ery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge
of ten and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires, including the spare, to the pressure
specified. Check carefully for damage, cuts
or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the
TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core
and cap when the tires are replaced due to
wear or age. Wheel alignment and balance:
If the ve-
hicle should pull to either side while driving
on a straight and level road, or if you detect
uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may
be a need for wheel alignment. If the steer-
ing wheel or seat vibrates at normal high-
way speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-
age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility. It is recom-
mended that you have a damaged wind-
shield repaired by a NISSAN dealer, or a
NISSAN Certified Collision Center. To locate
a collision center in your area, refer to
http://collision.nissanusa.com.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing scheduled maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the
pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer
to stop, have your vehicle checked imme-
diately. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. Keep the
floor mat away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) P (Park) position mechanism: On a
fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held
securely with the shif t lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Maintenance and schedules9-3

Parking brake:Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only
the parking brake applied. If the parking
brake needs adjustment, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
Seats: Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly. Windshield defroster:
Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery*:This vehicle is equipped with a
sealed maintenance free battery. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situa-
tions that can lead to potential bat-
tery discharge and potential no-start
conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec- tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short distances. In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MIN and MAX lines
on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belt*: Make sure the drive belt
is not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level af ter
parking the vehicle on a level surface with
the engine off. Wait more than 15 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immedi-
ately have the exhaust system inspected. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon mon-
oxide)” in the “Starting and driving” section
of this manual.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

You may contact Transport Cana-
da's Defect Investigations and Re-
calls Division toll free at 1-800-333-
0510. You may also report safety
defects online at: https://
wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/
PCDB-BDPP/fc-cp.aspx?lang=eng
(English speakers) or https://
wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/
PCDB-BDPP/fc-cp.aspx?lang=fra
(French speakers)
Additional information concerning
motor vehicle safety may be ob-
tained from Transport Canada's
Road Safety Information Centre at
1-800-333-0371 or online at
www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (English
speakers) or www.tc.gc.ca/
securiteroutiere (French speakers).
To notif y NISSAN of any safety con-
cerns please contact our Consumer
Information Centre toll free at 1-800-
387-0122.Due to legal requirements in some states
and Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may
be required to be in what is called the
“ready condition” for an Inspection/
Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission
control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition”
when it is driven through certain driving
patterns. Usually, the ready condition can
be obtained by ordinary usage of the ve-
hicle.
If a powertrain system component is re-
paired or the battery is disconnected, the
vehicle may be reset to a “not ready ” condi-
tion. Before taking the I/M test, check the
vehicle's inspection/maintenance test
readiness condition. Place the ignition
switch in the ON position without starting
the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds
and then blinks for 10 seconds , the I/M test
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink af ter 20 seconds, the I/M test condi-
tion is “ready ”. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer to set the “ready con-
dition” or to prepare the vehicle for testing.This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an
EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data
that will assist in understanding how a ve-
hicle's systems performed. The EDR is de-
signed to record data related to vehicle dy-
namics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to re-
cord such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were
operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depress- ing the accelerator and/or brake pedal;
and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
• Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better un-
derstanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-
trivial crash situation occurs; no data are
recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g.
name, gender, age and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR)
10-20Technical and consumer information

11 Index
A
Active Ride Control (ARC).........5-104Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-42Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
................1-48Air bag warning labels............1-61Air bag warning light.........1-62, 2-18Air bag warning light,
supplemental..............1-62, 2-18Air cleaner housing filter..........8-16Air conditionerAir conditioner operation. . . .4-36, 4-42Air conditioner specification label. .10-12Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............10-7Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-7Heater and air conditioner.......4-41Heater and air conditioner controls.4-42Servicing air conditioner........4-44Air flow charts................ .4-37Alarm system (See vehicle security
system)................... .2-38Anchor point locations...........1-25Antenna....................4-64Antifreeze...................5-111Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)......5-99Audio system.................4-44
AM/FM radio............4-49, 4-51AM radio operation............4-51AM radio reception............4-45Auxiliary (AUX) devices operation. . .4-53Bluetooth® audio.............4-60FM radio operation............4-52FM radio reception............4-45iPod® Player................4-57iPod® player operation..........4-57Radio................... .4-44Steering wheel audio control
switch....................4-63USB Connections.............4-55USB interface...............4-54Autolight switch...............2-45Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-70Automatic door locks.............3-6Automatic Emergency Braking
(AEB)............2-12,2-13,2-17, 5-60Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection............5-69
B
Battery.................5-111, 8-12Charge warning light...........2-13Battery replacement............8-22Key fob...................8-22NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-22
Before starting the engine.........5-15Belt (See drive belt)..............8-14Blind Spot Warning (BSW).........5-30Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch.....2-53Bluetooth® audio..............4-60Bluetooth® hands-free phone system. .4-67Bluetooth® connections.........4-81Connecting procedure..........4-72Phone indicators.............4-71Text messaging..............4-78Voice commands.............4-73Booster seats.................1-38Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-99Brake fluid................. .8-9Brake light (See stop light).......8-26Brake system...............5-98Brake warning light............2-13Brake wear indicators.......2-22,8-18Parking brake operation.........5-23Self-adjusting brakes...........8-18Brake Assist.................5-100Brake fluid................... .8-9Brakes.....................8-18Brake system.................5-98Break-in schedule..............5-94Brightness/contrast button.........4-8Brightness control
Instrument panel.............2-50Bulb check/instrument panel.......2-12Bulb replacement..............8-26

Event Data recorders............10-20Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items.......................9-5Extended storage switch..........2-58
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire...................6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-5Fluid
Brake fluid................. .8-9Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid..................... .8-9Engine coolant................8-4Engine oil...................8-5Windshield-washer fluid.........8-10F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11Fog light switch................2-51Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system)...............1-48Front-door pocket..............2-59Front seats....................1-2Fuel
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-96Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25
Fuel gauge................. .2-8Fuel octane rating.............10-5Fuel recommendation..........10-3Fuel efficient driving tips...........5-95Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuel gauge................... .2-8Fuses.......................8-19Fusible links..................8-20
G
Gauge
Fuel gauge................. .2-8Speedometer..............2-5, 2-6Tachometer..................2-7Trip odometer.............2-5, 2-6General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-61Grocery hooks.................2-63
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. .4-67Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-44Headlight control switch..........2-44Headlights...................8-24Head restraints.................1-5Heated seat switches............2-52Heater
Heater and air conditioner........4-41Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-42Heater operation..........4-35, 4-42
Hill start assist system...........5-104Hood.......................3-21HookLuggage hook...............2-63Horn...................... .2-52
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-11Immobilizer system..........2-40, 5-14Important vehicle information label. . .10-11In-cabin microfilter..............8-16Increasing fuel economy..........5-96IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator
...................5-13Instrument brightness control.......2-50Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-50Integrated Dynamics-control Module. .5-103Intelligent Around View Monitor......4-17Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA)......5-92Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB).......5-103Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW)..................... .5-80Intelligent Key system
Key operating range............3-8Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-12Troubleshooting guide..........3-16Warning signals...............3-16Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC).......5-103
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Interior light...................2-71iPod® Player..................4-57ISOFIX child restraints.............1-23
J
Jump starting...............6-9, 8-13
K
Key.........................3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-22Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)
.......3-12KeysNISSAN Intelligent Key®...........3-7NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys..................... .3-3
L
Labels
Air conditioner specification label. . .10-12Emission control information label. .10-11Engine serial number...........10-11F.M.V.S.S. certification label........10-11Tire and Loading Information label. .10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN). .10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.................... .10-10Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-61
Lane Departure Warning (LDW).......5-23Lane Departure Warning (LDW) switch. .2-54LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-23Launch bar menu...............4-8License plate
Installing the license plate........10-12Lif tgate.....................3-22LightAir bag warning light........1-62, 2-18Brake light (See stop light)........8-26Bulb check/instrument panel......2-12Bulb replacement.............8-26Charge warning light...........2-13Exterior and Interior lights........8-26Fog lights..................8-24Fog light switch...............2-51Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-44Headlight control switch.........2-44Headlights..................8-24Interior light.................2-71Light bulbs.................8-24Low tire pressure warning light.....2-15Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-16Passenger air bag and status light. . .1-51Personal lights...............2-72Security indicator light..........2-21Trunk light..................2-73Lights......................8-24Map lights..................2-72LockChild safety rear door lock.........3-6Door locks................3-4, 3-5
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Power door locks...........3-5, 3-6Low fuel warning light......2-15,2-16, 2-33Low tire pressure warning light.......2-15Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light........................2-16Luggage hook................ .2-63Luggage rack (see roof rack). . . .2-65, 2-66Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)................. .10-13
M
Maintenance
General maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance..........1-17Under the hood and vehicle.......9-4Maintenance log................9-11Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules............9-6Maintenance under severe operation
conditions....................9-10Malfunction indicator light.........2-20Manual front seat adjustment........1-3Map lights....................2-72Map pocket.................. .2-59Menu button...................4-6Meters and gauges..............2-4Instrument brightness control.....2-50
11-4Index