tire size NISSAN KICKS 2023 User Guide

Checking tire pressure
1. Remove the valve stem cap fromthe tire.
2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do
not press too hard or force the
valve stem sideways, or air will es-
cape. If the hissing sound of air
escaping from the tire is heard
while checking the pressure, re-
position the gauge to eliminate
this leakage. 3. Remove the gauge.
4. Read the tire pressure on the
gauge stem and compare to the
specification shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label.
5. Add air to the tire as needed. If too much air is added, press the core
of the valve stem briefly with the
tip of the gauge stem to release
pressure. Recheck the pressure
and add or release air as needed.
6. Install the valve stem cap.
7. Check the pressure of all other tires, including the spare.
Size Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
psi kPa
Front and
Rear
Original
Tire:
P205/
55R17 91V
P205/
60R16 92H 32 220
Spare Tire:
(Tempo-
rary)
T125/
90D15
T125/
80D16 60 420
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TIRE LABELING
Federal law requires tire manufac-
turers to place standardized infor-
mation on the sidewall of all tires.
This information identifies and de-
scribes the fundamental character-
istics of the tire and also provides the
Tire Identification Number (TIN) for
safety standard certification. The TIN
can be used to identif y the tire in
case of a recall.
O1Tire size (example: P215/65R15
95H)
1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de- signed for passenger vehicles (not
all tires have this information).
2. Three-digit number (215): This number gives the width in milli-
meters of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge. 3. Two-digit number (65): This num-
ber, known as the aspect ratio,
gives the tire's ratio of height to
width.
4. R: The “R” stands for radial.
5. Two-digit number (15): This num- ber is the wheel or rim diameter in
inches.
WDI0394
Example
WDI0395
Example
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6. Two- or three-digit number (95):This number is the tire's load in-
dex. It is a measurement of how
much weight each tire can
support.
7. H: Tire speed rating. You should not drive the vehicle faster than
the tire speed rating.
O2TIN (Tire Identification Number)
for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX
XXX XXXX)
1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment Of Transportation”. The
symbol can be placed above, be-
low or to the lef t or right of the Tire
Identification Number.
2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer's identification mark. 3. Two-digit code: Tire size.
4. Three-digit code: Tire type code
(Optional).
5. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built.
For example, the numbers 3103
means the 31st week of 2003. If
these numbers are missing then
look on the other sidewall of the
tire.
LDI2786
Example (Type A) (if so equipped)
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O6Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”
Indicates whether the tire requires
an inner tube (“tube type”) or not
(“tubeless”).
O7The word “radial”
The word “radial” is shown if the tire
has radial structure.
O8Manufacturer or brand name
Manufacturer or brand name is
shown.
Other Tire-related Terminology
In addition to the many terms that
are defined throughout this section,
Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the
sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering or bears
manufacturer, brand, and/or model
name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on
the other sidewall of the tire, or (2)
the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particu-
lar side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle.
TYPES OF TIRES
WARNING
• When changing or replacing tires, be
sure all four tires are of the same type
(i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow)
and construction. A NISSAN dealer
may be able to help you with infor-
mation about tire type, size, speed
rating and availability.
• Replacement tires may have a lower
speed rating than the factory
equipped tires, and may not match
the potential maximum vehicle
speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.
• Replacing tires with those not origi-
nally specified by NISSAN could af-
fect the proper operation of the low
tire pressure warning system. •
Always use tires of the same type,
size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels. Failure to
do so may result in a circumference
difference between tires on the front
and rear axles which can cause the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-
tem to malfunction resulting in per-
sonal injury or death, excessive tire
wear and may damage the transmis-
sion and differential gears.
• For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
All season tires
NISSAN specifies All Season tires on some
models to provide good performance all
year, including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All Season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow traction than
All Season tires and may be more appropri-
ate in some areas.
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Summer tires
NISSAN specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance
on dry roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire traction
rating “M&S” on the tire sidewall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy
or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the
use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all
four wheels.
Snow tires
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load rat-
ing to the original equipment tires. If you do
not, it can adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
Generally, snow tires have lower speed rat-
ings than factory equipped tires and may
not match the potential maximum vehicle
speed. Never exceed the maximum speed
rating of the tire.
If you install snow tires, they must be the
same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.For additional traction on icy roads, stud-
ded tires may be used. However, some
states, provinces and territories prohibit
their use. Check local laws before installing
studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities
of studded snow tires on wet or dry sur-
faces may be poorer than that of non-
studded snow tires.
TIRE CHAINS
Use of tire chains may be prohibited ac-
cording to location. Check the local laws
before installing tire chains. When installing
tire chains, make sure they are the proper
size for the tires on your vehicle and are
installed according to the chain manufac-
turer's suggestions.
Use only SAE class “S”
chains. Class “S” chains are used on ve-
hicles with restricted tire to vehicle clear-
ance. Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains
are designed to meet the minimum clear-
ances between the tire and the closest ve-
hicle suspension or body component re-
quired to accommodate the use of a
winter traction device (tire chains or
cables). The minimum clearances are de-
termined using the factory equipped tires.
Other types may damage your vehicle. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by
the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a
tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage
to the fenders or underbody. If possible,
avoid fully loading your vehicle when using
tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be
damaged and/or vehicle handling and
performance may be adversely affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the
front wheels and not on the rear wheels.
Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY
USE ONLY spare tire.
Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving
with chains in such conditions can cause
damage to the various mechanisms of the
vehicle due to some overstress.
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WARNING
• Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking,
bulging or objects caught in
the tread. If excessive wear,
cracks, bulging or deep cuts
are found, the tire(s) should be
replaced.
• The original tires have built-in
tread wear indicators. When
the wear indicators are visible,
the tire(s) should be replaced.
• Tires degrade with age and
use. Have tires, including the
spare, over 6 years old checked
by a qualified technician be-
cause some tire damage may
not be obvious. Replace the
tires as necessary to prevent
tire failure and possible per-
sonal injury. •
Improper service of the spare
tire may result in serious per-
sonal injury. If it is necessary to
repair the spare tire, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
• For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tires
When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carry-
ing capacity as originally equipped. For ad-
ditional information, see “Wheels and tires”
(P. 10-9).
WARNING
• The use of tires other than those rec-
ommended or the mixed use of tires
of different brands, construction
(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the
ride, braking, handling, Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system, ground
clearance, body-to-tire clearance,
tire chain clearance, speedometer
calibration, headlight aim and bum-
per height. Some of these effects
may lead to accidents and could re-
sult in serious personal injury.
• If your vehicle was originally
equipped with four tires that were
the same size and you are only re-
placing two of the four tires, install
the new tires on the rear axle. Placing
new tires on the front axle may cause
loss of vehicle control in some driving
conditions and cause an accident
and personal injury.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheel typeOffset
Metric
MeasureOffset
US
Measure
Size
Aluminum 45 mm 1.77 in 17 x 6.5J
Steel 45 mm 1.77 in 16 x 6J
T-type
(Steel spare) 30 mm 1.18 in
15 x 4T
30 mm 1.18 in 16 x 4T
Tire size P205/60R16
P205/55R17
Spare tire
Temporary T125/90D15
T125/80D16
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Metric
MeasureUS
Measure
Overall length 4,309 mm 169.6 in
Overall width 1,760 mm 69.3 in
Overall height 1,610 mm 63.4 in
Front track 1,520 mm 59.8 in
Rear track 1,535 mm 60.4 in
Wheelbase 2,620 mm 103.1 in
Gross vehicle weight rating For additional infor-
mation, refer to the
“F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.
certification label” on
the center pillar
between the driver's
side front and rear
doors.
Gross axle weight rating
Front
Rear
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SwitchAutolight switch..............2-45Automatic power window switch. . . .2-73Fog light switch...............2-51Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-44Headlight control switch.........2-44Instrument brightness control.....2-50Power door lock switch..........3-5Rear sonar system OFF switch.....2-56Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.............2-43, 4-34, 4-42Rear window defroster switch.....2-43Rear window wiper and washer
switches.................. .2-42Turn signal switch.............2-50
T
Tachometer...................2-7Thef t (NISSAN Anti-Thef t System),
engine start...............2-39, 5-14Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
engine start...............2-40, 5-14Three-way catalyst...............5-4Tire
Flat tire................. .6-3, 6-4Spare tire...............6-5, 8-40Tire and Loading Information label. .10-12Tire chains.................8-36Tire pressure................8-28Tire rotation.................8-37Types of tires................8-35
Uniform tire quality grading......10-20Wheel/tire size...............10-9Wheels and tires..........8-28,10-9Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)...................... .5-5Top tether strap child restraint.......1-24Towing
2-wheel drive models...........6-14Flat towing................ .10-19Trailer towing...............10-19Towing a trailer................10-19Towing your vehicle..............6-13Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid
..................... .8-9Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-17Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country)....................10-10Trip odometer...............2-5, 2-6Turn signal switch...............2-50
U
Uniform tire quality grading........10-20USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection Port
(models without Navigation System). . .4-53USB/iPod® Charging Ports.........2-57
V
Vanity mirror..................3-28Variable voltage control system......8-13Vehicle dimensions and weights......10-9Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch..................... .2-55Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.....................5-134Vehicle identification............10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number)..............10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate......................10-10Vehicle immobilizer system.....2-40, 5-14Vehicle information display.........2-24Vehicle loading information........10-14Vehicle recovery................6-14Vehicle security system...........2-38Vehicle security system (NISSAN Anti-Thef t
System), engine start.........2-39, 5-14Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), engine start. .2-40, 5-14Vents...................... .4-31Visors......................3-27Voice Prompt Interrupt...........4-69
W
Warning
Air bag warning light........1-63, 2-15Battery charge warning light......2-14Brake warning light............2-13
11-7

Door open warning light.........2-14Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-14Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Low fuel warning
light............2-15,2-17,2-20,2-33Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-19Seat belt warning light.......1-12,2-15Supplemental air bag warning
light...................1-63, 2-15Vehicle security system.........2-38Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-62Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders............0-9, 2-11Washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer
switches
.................. .2-42Weights (See dimensions and weights). .10-9Wheel/tire size.................10-9Wheels and tires............8-28,10-9When traveling or registering in another
country.................... .10-10Windows.....................2-71Locking passengers' windows.....2-72Powerrearwindows............2-72Power windows...............2-71Rear power windows...........2-72Windshield wiper blades...........8-16Windshield-washer fluid...........8-10
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer
switches
.................. .2-42Wiper blades................8-16Wiper and washer switch..........2-41
11-8