washer fluid NISSAN KICKS 2023 User Guide

WARNING
• Prolonged and repeated contact
with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.
• Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
• Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
4.
Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket ma-
terial remaining on the sealing surface
of the engine. Failure to do so could
lead to an oil leak and engine damage.
• The dipstick must be inserted in
place to prevent oil spillage from the
dipstick hole when filling the engine
with oil. 6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with
clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten addi-
tionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque: 11 to 15 f t-lb (14.7 to 20.6 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use exces-
sive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 22 to 29 f t-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m)
9. Refill the engine with the recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and in-
stall the oil filler cap securely.
For additional information about drain and
refill capacity, see “Recommended fluids/
lubricants and capacities” (P. 10-2). The
drain and refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always
use the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine. 10. Start the engine and check for leakage
around 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, see “Vehicle information
display” (P. 2-24).
• Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
• Check your local regulations.
8-8Do-it-yourself

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.
Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield-washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the mix-
ture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of windshield-washer fluid.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield-Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.CAUTION
• Do not substitute engine antifreeze
coolant for windshield-washer solu-
tion. This may result in damage to the
paint. •
Do not fill the windshield-washer
reservoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl
alcohol based washer fluid concen-
trates may permanently stain the
grille if spilled while filling the
windshield-washer reservoir.
• Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer's
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the windshield-washer
reservoir. Do not use the windshield-
washer reservoir to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water.
LDI3223
WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID
8-10Do-it-yourself

CLEANING
If your windshield is not clear af ter using
the windshield–washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other mate-
rial may be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer fluid or a mild detergent. Your wind-
shield is clean if beads do not form when
rinsing with clear water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer fluid or a mild deter-
gent. Then rinse the blades with clear wa-
ter. If your windshield is still not clear af ter
cleaning the blades and using the wiper,
install new windshield wiper blades.
CAUTION
Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.
REPLACING
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
To replace the windshield wiper blades, fol-
low the procedure below:
1. Lif t the wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Lif t the release tab
OA.
3. Move the wiper blade
OBdown and
remove.
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm.
5. Push the release tab down until it clicks. 6. Push wiper on to windshield.
CAUTION
• Af ter wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original po-
sition; otherwise it may be damaged
when the hood is opened.
• Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arms may be
damaged from wind pressure.
LDI2584
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
8-16Do-it-yourself

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.
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 battery
discharge and potential no-start con-
ditions 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.
Engine valve clearance*: Inspect only if
valve noise increases.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

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, see “Exhaust gas (carbon monox-
ide)” (P. 5-4).
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks af ter the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner af ter use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
fuel fumes are evident, check for the cause
and have it corrected immediately.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, defor-
mation, rot or loose connections. Underbody:
The underbody is frequently
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control dust. It
is very important to remove these sub-
stances from the underbody, otherwise
rust may form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and exhaust system. At the end of
winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those
areas where mud and dirt may have accu-
mulated. For additional information, see
“Cleaning exterior” (P. 7-2).
Windshield-washer fluid*: Check that
there is adequate fluid in the reservoir. The following descriptions are provided to
give you a better understanding of the
scheduled maintenance items that should
be regularly checked or replaced. The
maintenance schedule indicates at which
mileage/time intervals each item requires
service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your vehicle requires that some items be
checked during normal day-to-day opera-
tion. For additional information, see “Gen-
eral maintenance” (P. 9-2).
Items marked with
“*”are recommended
by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation.
You are not required to perform mainte-
nance on these items in order to maintain
the warranties which come with your
NISSAN. Other maintenance items and in-
tervals are required.
When applicable, additional information
can be found in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Maintenance and schedules9-5

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, see “Fuel recommendation” (P. 10-3).
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
1*: For additional informa-
tion, see “Engine oil” (P. 8-5). With oil filter
change 4.1 L 4-3/8 qt 3-5/8 qt • Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SP” (or equivalent) is recommended.
• If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic 0W-20
GF-6 SP motor oil (or engine oil) may be used. Damage caused by the
use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as recommended is not
covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For additional
information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” (P. 10-6).
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, see “Con-
tinuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid” (P. 8-9). • 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, see "Brake fluid” (P. 8-9). • 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, see “Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations” (P. 10-7).
Air conditioning system oil ———• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type PAG or equivalent
• For additional information, see “Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations” (P. 10-7).
Windshield-washer fluid 4.2 L 1 1/8 gal 7/8 gal• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze
or equivalent
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
10-2Technical and consumer information

Engine 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.............5-146Event Data recorders............10-23Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items.......................9-5Extended storage switch..........2-60
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11Flashers (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.........8-10Fog light switch................2-51
Forward Driving Aids
System Temporarily
Unavailable
. .2-37, 5-73, 5-94, 5-106, 5-121Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system). . .1-49Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket...............2-61FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-129Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-5Fuel recommendation..........10-3Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-128Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuses.......................8-18Fusible links...............8-19,8-22
G
GaugeFuel gauge..................2-7Speedometer..............2-5, 2-6Tachometer..................2-7Trip odometer.............2-5, 2-6General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-63Grocery hooks.................2-66
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. . .4-66Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-5Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-44Headlight control switch..........2-44Headlights...................8-24Heated mirrors................3-30Heated seat switches............2-52Heated steering wheel switch.......2-53Heater
Heater and air conditioner........4-40Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-41Heater operation..........4-34, 4-41Hill start assist system...........5-139Hood.......................3-21HookLuggage hook...............2-65Horn...................... .2-51
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-11Immobilizer system..........2-40, 5-14Important vehicle information label. . .10-11In-cabin microfilter..............8-15Increasing fuel economy..........5-129IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge indicator
............5-13Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-29
11-3

Instrument brightness control.......2-50Instrument panel.............0-6, 2-2Instrument panel dimmer switch.....2-50Intelligent Around View® Monitor......4-16Intelligent Cruise Control..........5-58Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA).....5-125Intelligent Engine Brake (I-EB).......5-138Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
(I-FCW).....................5-110Intelligent Key systemKey operating range............3-7Key operation................3-9Mechanical key................3-3Remote keyless entry operation. . . .3-12Troubleshooting guide..........3-15Warning signals...............3-15Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC).......5-137Interior light...................2-74iPod® Player................. .4-56ISOFIX child restraints.............1-21
J
Jump starting..............6-10,8-12
K
Key.........................3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-22Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)
.......3-12
KeysNISSAN Intelligent Key®...........3-6NISSAN 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)
plate.................... .10-10Warning labels (for SRS)..........1-62Lane Departure Warning (LDW).......5-28Lane Departure Warning (LDW) switch. .2-54LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System................1-21Launch bar menu................4-7License plate
Installing the license plate........10-13Lif tgate.....................3-22LightAir bag warning light........1-63, 2-15Brake light (See stop light)........8-26Bulb check/instrument panel......2-13Bulb replacement.............8-26Charge warning light...........2-14Exterior and Interior lights........8-26Fog light switch...............2-51Fog lights..................8-25
Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-44Headlight control switch.........2-44Headlights..................8-24Interior light.................2-74Light bulbs.................8-24Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light......................2-19Luggage compartment lights......2-76Personal lights...............2-75Security indicator light..........2-15Lights......................8-24Map lights..................2-75LockChild safety rear door lock.........3-6Door locks................. .3-4Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Power door locks..............3-5Low fuel warning light. .2-15, 2-17, 2-20, 2-33Low tire pressure warning light.......2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light........................2-19Luggage (See vehicle loading
information)..................10-14Luggage compartment lights.......2-76Luggage hook.................2-65Luggage rack (see roof rack). . . .2-67, 2-68
M
Maintenance
General maintenance...........9-2Inside the vehicle..............9-3
11-4

Rear Sonar System (RSS)..........5-140Rear 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....................2-42Rearview mirror................3-28RearView Monitor................4-8Adjusting the screen...........4-24Recommended Fluids............10-2Recorders
Event Data................ .10-23Refrigerant recommendation........10-7Registering a vehicle in another
country.................... .10-10Remote Engine Start..........3-18,5-16Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .10-21Roof rack.................2-67, 2-68
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock.........3-6Child seat belts.....1-19,1-26, 1-33, 1-38Reporting safety defects (US only). . .10-21Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment......1-3Rear seat adjustment............1-4Seat beltChild safety..................1-17Infants and small children........1-18Injured person................1-12
Larger children...............1-18Precautions on seat belt usage......1-9Pregnant women..............1-12Seat belt extenders............1-16Seat belt maintenance..........1-16Seat belts................1-9, 7-6Shoulder belt height adjustment. . . .1-15Three-point type with retractor.....1-13Seat belt extenders..............1-16Seat belt warning light.........1-12,2-15Seatback pockets...............2-62SeatsAdjustment..................1-2Front seats..................1-2Manual front seat adjustment......1-3Rear seat.................. .1-4Security indicator light............2-15Security system (NISSAN Anti-Thef t System),
engine start...............2-39, 5-14Security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start.........2-40, 5-14Security systems
Vehicle security system.........2-38Self-adjusting brakes.............8-17Service manual order form........10-23Servicing air conditioner...........4-43Shif tingContinuously Variable Transmission
(CVT)
.....................5-18Shoulder belt height adjustment......1-15Siri® Eyes-Free................ .4-63Sonar
Rear system................5-140Spark plug replacement...........8-14
Spark plugs...................8-14Specifications................ .10-8Speedometer...............2-5, 2-6SRS warning label...............1-62Stability control................5-134Standard maintenance............9-8Starting
Before starting the engine........5-15Jump starting............6-10,8-12Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Push starting................6-12Starting the engine............5-15Starting the engine..............5-15Steering
Power steering system.........5-131Steering wheel.................3-26Steering wheel audio control switch. . .4-62Stop light....................8-26Storage.................... .2-61Storage tray..................2-62Sun visors....................3-27Supplemental air bag warning labels. . .1-62Supplemental air bag warning
light................... .1-63, 2-15Supplemental front impact air bag
system..................... .1-49Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.....1-62Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-41Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).......1-41
11-6

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