wheel NISSAN QASHQAI 2012 Repair Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Never allow passengers to stay in the vehicle
while it is on the jack.
Remove all loads before lifting the vehicle with
the jack.
Make sure to block the wheel diagonally op-
posite the flat tyre as described earlier in this
section.
CAUTION
The jack should be used on firm, level ground.
1. Place the jack directly under the jack-up point as illustrated so that the top of the jack contacts the
vehicle at the jack-up point.
2. Align the centre of both the jack head and the notches at the jack-up point as shown.
3. Fit the groove of the jack head between the two notches as shown. 4. Loosen each wheel nut by one or two turns
anticlockwise with the wheel wrench.
Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tyre is
off the ground.
Models with wheel lock nuts (where fitted):
If the wheel is equipped with a wheel lock nut,
insert the wheel lock key
j1 and loosen it as pre-
viously described.
The wheel lock nut can only be removed with the
wheel lock key. A key number is necessary if you
need to duplicate the wheel lock key.
Record the key number as shown on the key
code card on the “Security information” page at
the end of this manual and keep it in a safe place,
not in the vehicle. If you loose the wheel lock key,
see your NISSAN dealer for a duplicate with the
original wheel lock key code. Make sure to keep the lock key in the vehicle.
Otherwise, wheels cannot be removed and the
service cannot be performed.
5. To lift the vehicle, securely hold and turn the handle clockwise as shown.
6. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tyre clears the ground.
7. Remove the wheel nuts, then remove the wheel with the flat tyre.NCE256Z
Jack-up points
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NCE309
5–seater
NCE308
7–seater
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The wheel is heavy. Be sure that your feet are
clear of the wheel and use gloves as necessary
to avoid injury.
Installing the wheel
WARNING
The temporary use spare tyre is designed for
emergency use. See “Spare tyre” earlier in
this section.
Never use wheel nuts other than those pro-
vided with your vehicle. Incorrect wheel nuts
or improperly tightened wheel nuts may cause
the wheel to become loose or come off. This
could cause an accident.
Never use oil or grease on the wheel studs or
nuts. This may cause the wheel nuts to be-
come loose.
jATighten
jB Loosen
jC Bevelled face
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface between the wheel and the hub.
2. Carefully fit the wheel and tighten the wheel nuts with your fingers. Check that all the wheel nuts
contact the wheel surface horizontally and on the
bevelled side.
Models with wheel lock nut (where fitted):
Insert the wheel lock key into the wheel lock nut
and tighten into the wheel finger tight.
3. With the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the sequence as illus-
trated (
j1-j5 ) until they are tight.
4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tyre touches the ground.
5. Tighten the wheel nuts securely using the wheel wrench in the sequence as illustrated.
6. Lower the vehicle completely.
7. Install the wheel cover (where fitted). NOTE
Before installation, align NISSAN logo (centre
cap) with the wheel nuts/or perpendicular to
valve hole (where fitted), to correctly align to
the centre.
As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to
the specified torque with a torque wrench. Wheel nut tightening torque:
113 (12 kg-m, 83 ft-lb)
WARNING
Retighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle has
been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles) (also in
cases of a flat tyre, etc.).
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to specifica-
tion at all times. It is recommended that the wheel
nuts be tightened to specification at each mainte-
nance interval.
Adjust the tyre pressure to the COLD pressure.
COLD pressure is the tyre pressure as measured
after the vehicle has been parked for three hours or
more or driven for less than 1.6 km (1 mile).
COLD tyre pressures are shown on the tyre placard
affixed to the driver’s side centre pillar.
Stowing the wheel and tools
WARNING
Always make sure that the wheel, subwoofer
(where fitted), jack and tools are properly stored
after each use. Such items can become danger-
ous projectiles in an accident or sudden stop.
5–seater
1. Securely store the wheel with the flat tyre, the jack and the tools in the specified storage areas.
See “Getting the tools and spare wheel” earlier
in this section(for 5–seater).NCE287Z
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3. Install the retainer and replace the floor cover.
7–seater
1. Store the tools in the specified areas.
2. Firmly pull down the third row seat and make sure it locks into the locking latches on both sides
under the seat.
3. Place the seatback of the third row seat in the upright position
j1 . For details, see “Folding 3rd
row (7-seater)” in the “1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint system” section.
4. Store the wheel with flat tyre vertically in the boot
j2.
5. Store the other items in following order: Tonneau cover (where fitted)
j3→ Floor coverj4→ Centre floor board and the two side floor
boardsj5.
Wheel lock nuts (where fitted)
In order to prevent theft, the specially designed
wheel lock nut is installed to each wheel. The wheel
lock nut cannot be removed with the commonly used
tools.
When removing tyres, use the lock key provided
with your vehicle.
Removing the wheel lock nut:
1. Insert the wheel lock key
j1 to the wheel lock
nut.
2. To remove the wheel lock nut, turn the wheel lock key anticlockwise using the wheel wrench.
CAUTION
Do not use a power tool to remove the wheel
lock nuts.
When installing the wheel, tighten the wheel
lock nuts to the same tightening torque as the normal wheel nuts. For details, see “Chang-
ing flat tyre (Models with spare wheel, where
fitted)” earlier in this section.
NOTE
The wheel lock nut has an individual code.
A wheel lock key with other than the indi-
vidual code cannot remove the wheel lock
nut. If you lose the wheel lock key, contact
a NISSAN dealer for a duplicate with the
original wheel lock key code.
Record the key number as shown on the
key code card on the “Security informa-
tion” page at the end of this manual and
keep it in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
When you ask for a service at a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop, make sure
to keep the lock key in the vehicle. Other-
wise, wheels cannot be removed and the
service cannot be performed.
REPAIRING FLAT TYRE (Models with
emergency tyre puncture repair kit,
where fitted)
The emergency tyre puncture repair kit is supplied
with the vehicle instead of a spare tyre. This repair
kit must be used for temporarily fixing a minor tyre
puncture. After using the repair kit, see a NISSAN
dealer or qualified workshop as soon as possible for
tyre inspection and repair/replacement.
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TWO-WHEEL DRIVE (2WD) MODELS
CAUTION
NEVER tow automatic transmission (AT) or con-
tinuously variable transmission (CVT) models
with the front wheels on the ground or with all
four wheels on the ground (forwards or back-
wards), this may cause serious and expensive
damage to the transmission. If it is necessary to
tow the vehicle with the rear wheels raised, al-
ways use towing dollies under the front wheels.
NISSAN recommends that your vehicle should be
towed with the driving (front) wheels off the ground
or that the vehicle be placed on a flat bed lorry as
illustrated.
When towing with the front wheels – on the
ground (MT models only) or – on towing dollies:
Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position, then
secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead posi-
tion using a rope or similar device.Never place the
ignition switch in the LOCK position. This will re-
sult in damage to the steering lock mechanism.
RECOMMENDED TOWING FOR
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) MODELS
CAUTION
NEVER tow the vehicle with any wheels on the
ground as this may cause serious and expensive
damage to the transmission.
NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be used
when towing your vehicle or that the vehicle be
placed on a flat bed lorry as illustrated.
When towing with the front wheels on towing dol-
lies:
Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position, then
secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead posi-
tion using a rope or similar device. Never place the
ignition switch in the LOCK position. This will re-
sult in damage to the steering lock mechanism.
NCE303
4WD models
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The towing eye is stored with the vehicle tools and
located in the spare wheel recess (luggage com-
partment area).
1) Remove the cover from the bumper.
2) Securely install the towing eye, as illustrated.
Make sure that the towing eye is properly stored in
its designated location after use.
FREEING THE VEHICLE FROM SAND,
SNOW OR MUD
WARNING
Never allow anyone to stand near the towing
line during the pulling operation.
Never spin the tyres at high speed. This could
cause them to explode and result in serious
injury. Parts of the vehicle could also overheat
and be damaged.
Towing eye usage
The towing eye should be used in the event that
your vehicle becomes trapped in sand, snow or mud,
and is unable to drive away without being pulled,
use the towing eye.
Use the towing eyeonly, not other parts of the
vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle body will be dam-
aged.
Only use the towing eye to free a vehicle stuck
in sand, snow, mud, etc.
Never tow the vehicle for a long distance using
only the towing eye.
The towing eye is under tremendous force when
used to free a stuck vehicle. Always pull the cable
straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull on the towing eye at a sideways angle.
CAUTION
In order not to break the towing line, tension it
slowly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 7Appearance and care
Appearance and care
Cleaning exterior...................................................... 7-2
Washing ............................................................. 7-2
Removing spots .................................................. 7-2
Waxing ............................................................... 7-2
Cleaning glass .................................................... 7-3
Cleaning rear-view camera (where fitted) ............ 7-3
Underbody ......................................................... 7-3
Care of wheels ................................................... 7-3
Cleaning alloy wheels ......................................... 7-3
Chrome parts ..................................................... 7-3
Cleaning interior ...................................................... 7-4 Monitor display’s maintenance (where fitted) ....... 7-4
Floor mats .......................................................... 7-4
Cleaning Glass ................................................... 7-4
Plastic parts........................................................ 7-4
Seat belts ........................................................... 7-4
Corrosion protection ................................................ 7-5 Most common factors contributing to vehicle
corrosion ............................................................ 7-5
Environmental factors influence the rate of
corrosion ............................................................ 7-5
To protect your vehicle from corrosion ................ 7-5

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle,
it is important to take proper care of it.
Whenever possible, park your vehicle inside a ga-
rage or in a covered area to minimise the chances
of damaging the paint surface of your vehicle.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a shady
area or protect the vehicle with a body cover.Be
careful not to scratch the paint surface when put-
ting on or removing the body cover.
WASHING
In the following instances, wash your vehicle as soon
as possible to protect the paint surface:
After a rainfall, to prevent possible damage from
acid rain.
After driving on coastal roads.
When contaminants such as soot, bird drop-
pings, tree sap, metal particles or insects get on
the paint surface.
When dust or mud builds up on the paint sur-
face.
1. Wash the vehicle surface with a wet sponge and plenty of water.
2. Clean the vehicle surface gently and thoroughly using a mild soap or a special vehicle wash sham-
poo mixed with clean, lukewarm (never hot) wa-
ter. CAUTION
Do not wash the vehicle with strong house-
hold soap, strong chemical detergents, petrol
or solvents.
Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or
while the vehicle body is hot, as the paint sur-
face may become water-spotted.
Avoid using tight-napped or rough cloths,
such as washing mitts. Care must be taken
when removing caked-on dirt or other foreign
substances so the paint surface is not
scratched or damaged.
3. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean water.
4. Use a damp chamois to dry the paint surface to avoid leaving water spots.
When washing the vehicle, take care of the follow-
ing:
Inside flanges, joints and folds on the doors, back
door and bonnet are particularly vulnerable to
the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
must be cleaned regularly.
Be sure that the drain holes in the lower edge of
the doors are not clogged.
Spray water to the underbody and in the wheel
wells to loosen the dirt and/or wash away road
salt.
If using a high pressure washer always follow
the recommendations on the equipment (pres-
sure and spraying distance).
CAUTION
Do not spray directly into the engine compart-
ment with a high-pressure washer/hose this
could damage the engine.
If there are damaged areas on the vehicle (e.g.
painted bumpers or headlamp assembly), it is
not recommended to direct the high pressure jet
on to them. Carefully wash these areas by hand.
Avoid the entry of water into the locks.
REMOVING SPOTS
Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects,
and tree sap as quickly as possible from the paint
surface to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special
cleaning products are available at a NISSAN dealer
or any automotive accessory store.
WAXING
Regular waxing protects the paint surface and helps
to retain a new vehicle appearance.
After waxing, polishing is recommended to remove
built-up residue.
A NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop can assist
you in choosing the appropriate waxing products.
CAUTION
Wash your vehicle thoroughly and completely
before applying wax to the paint surface.
CLEANING EXTERIOR
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supplied with the wax.
Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
cutting compounds or cleaners that may dam-
age the vehicle finish.
If the vehicle surface cannot polish easily, ap-
ply a road tar remover prior to waxing the ve-
hicle.
Machine compounding or aggressive polish-
ing on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may
dull the finish or leave swirl marks.
CLEANING GLASS
Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust film
from the glass surfaces. It is normal for glass to
become coated with a film after the vehicle is parked
in the hot sun. Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will
easily remove this film.
CLEANING REAR-VIEW CAMERA
(where fitted)
Clean the transparent camera cover regularly. If dirt,
rain or snow attaches to the cover, the monitor may
not display objects clearly.
CAUTION
Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean
the transparent camera cover. This will cause
discoloration. To clean the cover, first use a
cloth dampened with diluted mild cleaning
agent and then wipe with a dry cloth.
Do not use body wax on the transparent cam-
era cover.
When washing the vehicle with a high pres-
sure water spray, make sure not to spray it
around the transparent camera cover. Other-
wise, water may enter the camera unit caus-
ing water condensation on the lens and it may
result in a malfunction or an electric shock.
UNDERBODY
In areas where road salt is used in the winter, the
vehicle’s underbody must be cleaned regularly. This
will prevent dirt and salt from building up and caus-
ing underbody and suspension corrosion.
Before the winter period and again in the spring, the
underseal must be checked and, if necessary, re-
treated.
CARE OF WHEELS
Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle 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 corro-
sion. This may cause loss of pressure or damage
the tyre bead.
NISSAN recommends that the road wheels be
waxed to protect against road salt in areas where
it is used during winter.
CLEANING ALLOY WHEELS
Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge damp-
ened in a mild soap solution, especially during win-
ter in areas where road salt is used. The salt residue
from road salt could discolour the wheels if it is not
washed off regularly.
CAUTION
Follow the directions as described below in order
to avoid staining or discolouring of the wheels.
Do not use a cleaner that contains strong con-
tents of acid or alkali to clean the wheels.
Do not apply wheel cleaner when the wheels
are hot. The wheel temperature should be the
same as ambient temperature.
Rinse the wheel to completely remove the
cleaner within 15 minutes after the cleaner
has been applied.
CHROME PARTS
Clean all chrome parts regularly with a nonabrasive
chrome polish to maintain the finish.
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Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements ....................................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance...................................... 8-2
General maintenance .......................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ...................................... 8-2
General maintenance ............................................... 8-2 Explanation of general maintenance items ........... 8-2
Maintenance precautions ......................................... 8-4
Engine compartment ................................................ 8-5
Engine cooling system ............................................. 8-6 Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-6
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-6
Engine oil................................................................. 8-8 Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-8
Changing engine oil ............................................ 8-9
Changing engine oil filter .................................... 8-11
Protect the environment ...................................... 8-13
Fuel filter (Diesel engine models) ............................. 8-13 Draining water .................................................... 8-13
Bleeding the fuel system ..................................... 8-14
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........................... 8-14
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid ......... 8-14
Brakes ..................................................................... 8-15 Checking brake pedal......................................... 8-15
Checking handbrake........................................... 8-15
Brake and clutch fluid .............................................. 8-15
Window washer fluid/headlight cleaner fluid
(where fitted) ........................................................... 8-16
Battery..................................................................... 8-17 Vehicle battery .................................................... 8-17
Jump-starting ...................................................... 8-19 Integrated keyfob/Intelligent Key battery
replacement........................................................ 8-19
Drive belts ............................................................... 8-21
Spark plugs (Petrol engine models).......................... 8-21
Air cleaner filter........................................................ 8-21 Viscous paper type ............................................. 8-22
Dry paper type (where fitted) .............................. 8-22
Wiper blades ........................................................... 8-22 Cleaning ............................................................. 8-22
Front window wiper replacement ........................ 8-22
Back door window wiper replacement ................ 8-23
Windscreen washer nozzle ................................. 8-23
Fuses ...................................................................... 8-23 Passenger compartment ..................................... 8-23
Engine compartment ........................................... 8-24
Lights ...................................................................... 8-25 Headlights .......................................................... 8-25
Exterior lights ...................................................... 8-27
Interior lights....................................................... 8-27
Light locations .................................................... 8-27
Wheels and tyres ..................................................... 8-31 Tyre inflation pressure......................................... 8-31
Types of tyres ..................................................... 8-31
Snow chains....................................................... 8-32
Tyre rotation ....................................................... 8-32
Tyre wear and damage ....................................... 8-33
Tyre age ............................................................. 8-33
Changing tyres and wheels ................................. 8-33
Four-wheel drive (4WD) models ......................... 8-33
Wheel balance.................................................... 8-33

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Care of wheels ................................................... 8-34