transmission NISSAN KICKS 2021 User Guide

The hill start assist system automatically
keeps the brakes applied to help prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards in the
time it takes the driver to release the brake
pedal and apply the accelerator when the
vehicle is stopped on a hill.
The hill start assist system will operate au-
tomatically under the following conditions:
• The transmission is shif ted to a forwardor reverse gear.
• The vehicle is stopped completely on a hill by applying the brake.
The maximum holding time is 2 seconds.
Af ter 2 seconds the vehicle will begin to roll
back and the hill start assist system will
stop operating completely.
The hill start assist system will not operate
when the transmission is shif ted to the N
(Neutral) or P (Park) position or on a flat and
level road.
When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
indicator light illuminates in the meter, the
hill start assist system will not operate. For
additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) indicator light” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this
manual. The RSS sounds a tone to inform the driver
of obstacles near the bumper.
When the “DISPLAY” key is on, the sonar
view will automatically appear in the
touch-screen display. An additional view of
the sonar status will appear in the vehicle
information display (if so equipped) for ref-
erence.
Starting and driving5-105

For additional information, refer to “Flat
towing” in the “Technical and consumer in-
formation” section of this manual.
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
NISSAN
NISSAN recommends towing your vehicle
based upon the type of drivetrain. For addi-
tional information, refer to the diagrams in
this section to ensure that your vehicle is
properly towed.
Two-Wheel Drive models with
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving (front) wheels off the
ground or place the vehicle on a flatbed
truck as illustrated.

When performing any inspection or main-
tenance work on your vehicle, always take
care to prevent serious accidental injury to
yourself or damage to the vehicle. The fol-
lowing are general precautions which
should be closely observed.
CAUTION
• Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine off
and wait until it cools down. •
Avoid contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, engine coolant and/or other ve-
hicle fluids can damage the environ-
ment. Always conform to local regula-
tions for disposal of vehicle fluid.
• Never leave the engine or Continu-
ously Variable Transmission (CVT) re-
lated component harnesses discon-
nected while the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
• Never connect or disconnect the bat-
tery or any transistorized compo-
nent while the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
This “Do-it-yourself ” section gives instruc-
tions regarding only those items which are
relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A Genuine NISSAN service manual is also
available. For additional information, refer
to “Owner's Manual/Service Manual order
information” in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” section of this manual.
You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and
could affect warranty coverage. If in doubt
about any servicing, it is recommended
that you have it done by a NISSAN dealer.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
8-2Do-it-yourself

The engine cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide
year-round antifreeze and coolant protec-
tion. The antifreeze solution contains rust
and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine
cooling system additives are not neces-
sary.CAUTION
• Never use any cooling system addi-
tives such as radiator sealer. Addi-
tives may clog the cooling system
and cause damage to the engine,
transmission and/or cooling system.
• When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-
diluted to provide antifreeze protec-
tion to -34° F (-37° C). If additional
freeze protection is needed due to
weather where you operate your ve-
hicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) concen-
trate following the directions on the
container. If an equivalent coolant
other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used, fol-
low the coolant manufacturer’s in-
structions to maintain minimum an-
tifreeze protection to -34° F (-37° C).
The use of other types of coolant so-
lutions other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent may damage the en-
gine cooling system. •
The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
or 7 years. Mixing any other type of
coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
(or equivalent coolant), including
Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (green), or the
use of non-distilled water may re-
duce the life expectancy of the
factory-fill coolant. For additional in-
formation, refer to the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this
manual.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
8-4Do-it-yourself

For additional information about drain and
refill capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual. The drain and refill ca-
pacity depends on the oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications for ref-
erence only. Always use the dipstick to de-
termine the proper amount of oil in the
engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakagearound the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. Turn the engine off
and wait more than 15 minutes. Check
the oil level with the dipstick. Add en-
gine oil if necessary.
Af ter the operation
1. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
2. Reset oil and oil filter maintenance re-minder (if so equipped). For additional
information, refer to “Vehicle information
display” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
• Check your local regulations.
LDI3459
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID BRAKE FLUID
Do-it-yourself8-9

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

additional information on the proper mix-
ture for your area, refer to “Engine cooling
system” in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of
this manual.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of coolant
or the use of non-distilled water may re-
duce the recommended service interval
of the coolant.
Engine oil and oil filter:Replace engine oil
and oil filter at the specified intervals. For
recommended oil grade and viscosity refer
to “Recommended fluids/lubricants and
capacities” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
Fuel lines*: Check the fuel hoses, piping
and connections for leaks, looseness, or
deterioration. Tighten connections or re-
place parts as necessary.
Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals.
Install new plugs of the type as originally
equipped.
CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:
Brake lines and cables: Visually inspect for
proper installation. Check for chafing,
cracks, deterioration, and signs of leaking.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged
parts immediately. Brake pads, rotors, drums and linings:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid
leaks. Replace any deteriorated or dam-
aged parts immediately.
Exhaust system:
Visually inspect the ex-
haust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks,
cracks, deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaf t boots: Check
for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil
or grease. Under severe driving conditions,
inspect more frequently.
Tire rotation: Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km) according to the in-
structions under “General maintenance” in
this section. When rotating tires, check for
damage and uneven wear. Replace if nec-
essary.
Transmission fluid/oil: Visually inspect for
signs of leakage at specified intervals.
If using a car-top carrier, or driving on
rough or muddy roads, replace the CVT
fluid every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or re-
quest the dealer to inspect the fluid dete-
rioration data using a CONSULT. If the dete-
rioration data is more than 210000, replace
the CVT fluid. To help ensure smooth, safe and economi-
cal driving, NISSAN provides two mainte-
nance schedules that may be used, de-
pending upon the conditions in which you
usually drive. These schedules contain
both distance and time intervals, up to
120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months. For
most people, the odometer reading will in-
dicate when service is needed. However, if
you drive very little, your vehicle should be
serviced at the regular time intervals
shown in the schedule.
Af ter 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96
months, continue maintenance at the
same mileage/time intervals.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
9-6Maintenance and schedules

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 41 L 10-7/8 gal 9 gal • For additional information, refer to “Fuel recommendation” in
this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
1*: For additional information,
refer to “Engine oil” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this
manual. With oil filter
change 4.1 L 4-3/8 qt 3-5/8 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” (or equivalent) is recom-
mended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic
0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Damage
caused by the use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as rec-
ommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil
filter recommendations” in this section.
Without oil filter
change 3.8 L 4 qt 3-3/8 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoir 6.95 L 1-7/8 gal 1-1/2 gal• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid For additional information, refer to the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual. • Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or
equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids
other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty outlined in your Warranty Information
Booklet.
Brake fluid Refill to the proper level according to the
instructions in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual. • Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid, available in
mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer, or equivalent DOT 3.
Multi-purpose grease — — — • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — • HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf )
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system re-
frigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................10-2Cargo cover................. .2-64Cargo
(See vehicle loading information).....10-13Car phone or CB radio............4-67Check tire pressure..............2-34Child restraints........1-18,1-19,1-21,1-23LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-23Precautions on child
restraints.........1-21,1-27,1-33, 1-38Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-25Child restraint with top tether strap. . . .1-25Child safety rear door lock..........3-6Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-4Cold weather driving.............5-111Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT).......................5-17Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid..................... .8-9Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-17Transmission shif t selector lock
release....................5-20Control panel buttons.............4-3Brightness/contrast button.......4-8Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel).....4-63Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-42
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)................ .4-41Heater and air conditioner controls
(manual).................. .4-33Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Checking engine coolant level......8-5Corrosion protection..............7-7Cruise control................ .5-52Cup holders................. .2-62
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-49Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
................ .2-44, 4-43Rear window defroster switch. .2-44, 4-35Dimensions and weights..........10-9Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-50Display
Information display............2-23Display controls (see control panel
buttons).................... .4-3Door locks.................3-4, 3-5Door open warning light...........2-14Drive belt....................8-14Drive Systems OFF switch..........2-53Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-111
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-17Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Driving the vehicle...............5-17
E
Economy - fuel................5-96Emergency engine shutoff.......5-13,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-11Emission control system warranty. . . .10-19Engine
Before starting the engine........5-15Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Changing engine oil............8-6Changing engine oil filter.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-5Checking engine oil level.........8-5Engine compartment check
locations.................. .8-3Engine cooling system...........8-4Engine oil...................8-5Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-6Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-14Engine oil viscosity.............10-6Engine serial number...........10-11Engine specifications...........10-8Starting the engine............5-15Engine Block Heater.............5-112
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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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