tire size NISSAN MAXIMA 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 escape. If the
hissing sound of air escaping from
the tire is heard while checking the
pressure, reposition 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
kPa PSI
Front and
Rear
Original
Tire:
245/45R18
245/40R19 230 33
Spare Tire:
(Tempo-
rary)
T145/
80D17 420 60
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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.
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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.
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Example (Type A) (if so equipped)
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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 U.S.
states and Canadian provinces prohibit
their use. Check local, state and provincial
laws before installing studded tires. Skid
and traction capabilities of studded snow
tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded snow tires.
TIRE CHAINS
CAUTION
Do not use tire chains/cables on this
vehicle. Doing so will cause damage to
the vehicle.
CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire rotation
NISSAN recommends rotating the
tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
For additional information on tire
replacing procedures, see “Flat tire”
(P. 6-3).
As soon as possible, tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
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•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. Rec-
ommended types and sizes are shown in
“Wheels and tires” (P. 10-10).
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. •
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. Such
interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake
pad/shoe wear. For additional infor-
mation on wheel-off set dimensions,
see to “Wheels and tires” (P. 10-10).
• When using 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 affect
the proper operation of the TPMS.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
WheelsOffset
Metric
MeasureOffset
US
Measure
Size
Aluminum 50 mm 1.97 in 18 x 8.0J
Aluminum 50 mm 1.97 in 19 x 8.0J
Aluminum 50 mm 1.97 in 19 x 8.5J
Tires Size 245/45R18
245/40R19
Spare tire Wheel size Tire size
Temporary
spare — steel 17 x 4T T145/80D17
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Metric
MeasureUS
Measure
Overall length 4,897 mm 192.8 in
Overall width 1,860 mm 73.2 in
Overall height 1,436 mm 56.5 in
Front Track 1,585 mm 62.4 in
Rear Track 1,585 mm 62.4 in
Wheelbase 2,775 mm 109.3 in
Gross vehicle weight rating Refer to the “F.M.V.S.S./
C.M.V.S.S. certifi-
cation label” on
the center pillar
between the
driver's side
front and rear
doors.
Gross axle weight rating
FrontRear
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T
Tachometer.......................2-5
Temperature gauge .................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . .2-5
Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System), engine start ...............2-42
Three-waycatalyst..................5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...5-5
Tire pressure ......................2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ......2-12
Tire..............................6-3 Flattire......................6-3,6-4
Spare tire ...................6-5,8-39
Tire and Loading Information label . . .10-13
Tire chains .....................8-36
Tirepressure ...................8-27
Tirerotation....................8-36
Types of tires ...................8-35
Uniform tire quality grading ........10-19
Wheel/tire size ..................10-10
Wheels and tires .................8-27
Towingatrailer ...................10-19
Towingyourvehicle.................6-12
Towing..........................6-13 2-wheel drive models .............6-13
Flattowing ....................10-19
Trailertowing...................10-19
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) .........5-23
Transceiver .......................2-77
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-77,2-79,2-80,2-81 Transmission
......................8-11
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ......................8-11
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ...............5-16
Travel (See registering a vehicle in
another country) ..................10-11
Trip odometer .....................2-4
Trunk access through the rear seat ......1-5
Trunk lid lock opener lever ............3-21
Trunklight .......................2-76
Turn signal switch ..................2-52
U
Uniform tire quality grading ..........10-19
USB/iPod® Charging Ports ............2-61
V
Vanitymirror......................3-26
Vehicle dimensions and weights ......10-10
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch ..........................2-58
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system. . .5-115
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number) ..................10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate ...........................10-11
Vehicle identification ...............10-11
Vehicle immobilizer system ..........2-42
Vehicleinformationdisplay...........2-17
Vehicle loading information ..........10-15Vehiclerecovery...................6-14
Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), engine start
......2-42
Vehicle security system .............2-40
Vents...........................4-27
Visors.......................... .3-26
W
Warninglights .....................2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders........................2-8
Audible reminders ................2-8
Indicatorlights...................2-8
Warninglights ...................2-8
Warning ........................ .1-62
Airbagwarninglight ..........1-62, 2-11
Battery charge warning light ........2-10
Brakewarninglight .............. .2-9
Engine oil pressure warning light .....2-10
Hazard warning flasher switch .......6-2
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-27
Lowfuelwarninglight.....2-10, 2-14, 2-27
Lowtirepressurewarninglight......2-12
Low windshield-washer fluid
warninglight....................2-27
Seatbeltwarninglight.........1-14, 2-10
Supplemental air bag warning
light...................... .1-62, 2-11
Vehicle security system ...........2-40
Warning labels (for SRS) ............1-62
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ......................2-8
11-7

Weights (See dimensions and
weights) ........................10-10
Wheel/tire size....................10-10
Wheels and tires ...................8-27
When traveling or registering in
another country ...................10-11
Windows ........................2-69 Locking passengers' windows ......2-70
Powerrearwindows..............2-70
Powerwindows.................2-69
Rearpowerwindows .............2-70
Windshield wiper blades .............8-18
Windshield-washer fluid .............8-12
Wiper and washer switch ............2-43
Wiper...........................8-18 Wiper blades ....................8-18
11-8