2013 NISSAN MICRA tow

CAUTION
●Never tow automatic transmission
models with the front wheels on the
ground or four wheels on the ground
(forward or backward) , as this may
cause serious and expensive damage to
the transmission. If it is necessary to
tow the vehicle with the rear wheels
raised always use towing dollies under
the front wheels.
● When towing automatic transmission
models with the front wheels on towing
dollies, or when towing manual trans-
mission models with the front wheels
on the ground:
– Place the ignition switch to the OFF position, and secure the steering
wheel in a straight-ahead position
with a rope or similar device. Never
secure the steering wheel by placing
the ignition switch in the LOCK posi-
tion. This may damage the steering
lock mechanism.
– Place the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position. ●
When towing automatic or manual
transmission models with the rear
wheels on the ground (if you do not use
towing dollies): Always release the
parking brake.
● Observe the following restricted towing
speeds and distances for manual trans-
missions (M/T) only:
– Speed: Below 80 km/h (50 MPH)
– Distance: Less than 80 km (50 miles)
VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck
vehicle)
Do not use the hook to tow the vehicle.

CAUTION
●High-pressure halogen gas is sealed in-
side the bulb. The bulb may break if the
glass envelope is scratched or the bulb
is dropped.
● Aiming should not be necessary after
replacing the H4 bulb. When aiming ad-
justment is necessary, contact a
NISSAN dealer.
● Do not leave the headlight assembly
open without a bulb installed for a long
period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke,
etc. entering the headlight body may
affect bulb performance. Remove the
bulb from the headlight assembly just
before a replacement bulb is installed.
● Only touch the base when handling the
bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.
Touching the glass could significantly
affect bulb life and/or headlight
performance.
● Use the same number and wattage as
shown in the chart.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector
Afrom
the rear end of the bulb. 3. Pull off the rubber cap
B.
4. Push and turn the retaining pin
Cto loosen
it.
5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rotate the bulb when removing it.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the
exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A
temperature difference between the inside and
the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is not
a malfunction. If large drops of water collect
inside the lens, contact a NISSAN dealer.
HEADLIGHT AIM
The aim of the headlights may require adjustment
when replacing the headlight assembly or when
the vehicle’s front body has been repaired. When
the adjustment is required, follow these proce-
dures, or have them adjusted by a NISSAN
dealer.
Before performing the headlights aim adjust-
ment:
● Check the pressure of all tires for the correct
inflation pressure.
● Check that the tools and spare tire are
stowed securely.

Your engine was filled with a high-quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle.
Operation under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes:● repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures
● driving in dusty conditions
● extensive idling
● towing a trailer
● stop and go commuting
For additional information, refer to the “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide” for the mainte-
nance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if so
equipped) REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your NISSAN
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, NISSAN
A/C system oil Type R or the exact equiva-
lents.

WARNING
● It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In
a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
● Do not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat
belts.
● Be sure everyone in your vehicle
is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
TERMS
It is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:
● Curb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-
ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weight does notin-
clude passengers and cargo. ●
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.
● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas-
sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other optional
equipment. This information is lo-
cated on the C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion is located on the C.M.V.S.S. cer-
tification label.
● GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
rating) - The maximum total weight
rating of the vehicle, passengers,
cargo, and trailer. ●
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,
Total load capacity - maximum total
weight limit specified of the load
(passengers and cargo) for the ve-
hicle. This is the maximum combined
weight of occupants and cargo that
can be loaded into the vehicle. If the
vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the
trailer tongue weight must be in-
cluded as part of the cargo load. This
information is located on the Tire and
Loading Information label.
● Cargo capacity - permissible weight
of cargo, the subtracted weight of
occupants from the load limit.DETERMINING VEHICLE LOAD
CAPACITY
The load capacity of this vehicle is deter-
mined by weight, not by available cargo
space. For example, a luggage rack, bike
carrier, cartop carrier or similar equipment
does not increase load carrying capacity
of your vehicle.
VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION
Technical and consumer information9-13

●Overloading and improper load-
ing not only can shorten the life
of your vehicle and the tire, but
can also cause unsafe vehicle
handling and longer braking dis-
tances. This may cause a prema-
ture tire failure which could result
in a serious accident and per-
sonal injury. Failures caused by
overloading are not covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.
MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS
Secure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive
to a scale and weigh the front and the rear
wheels separately to determine axle
loads. Individual axle loads should not ex-
ceed either of the gross axle weight rat-
ings (GAWR) . The total of the axle loads
should not exceed the gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) . These ratings are
given on the vehicle certification label. If
weight ratings are exceeded, move or re-
move items to bring all weights below the
ratings.
Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle.
FLAT TOWING
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.

Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system) ,
engine start..............2-13,3-2,5-7
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilting steering wheel ..............3-13
Tire Flat tire .....................6-2
Spare tire ................6-3,8-42
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-12
Tire chains ..................8-40
Tirepressure.................8-34
Tirerotation..................8-40
Types of tires .................8-39
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-17
Wheels and tires ...............8-34
Wheel/tire size .................9-9
Towing Flattowing..................9-16
Towtrucktowing...............6-13
Trailertowing.................9-16
Towing a trailer ..................9-16
Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .....8-11
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-8
Driving with manual transmission ......5-12
Shiftselectorlockrelease..........5-11
Travel (See registering your vehicle in another
country) ......................9-10
Trip computer ...................2-5
Trip odometer ...................2-4
Turnsignalswitch................2-19
U
Uniform tire quality grading ...........9-17
USB interface ..................4-40 Audio file operation
.............4-41
V
Vanity mirror ...................3-14
Vehicle dimensions and weights .........9-9
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . .2-20
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system .....5-21
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ....5-21
Vehicle identification ...............9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number) ................9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ....9-10
Vehicle immobilizer system ......2-13,3-2,5-7
Vehicle loading information ...........9-13
Vehicle recovery .................6-15
Vehicle security system .............2-13
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle immobi-
lizer system) , engine start ......2-13,3-2,5-7
Ventilators .....................4-6
Visors.......................3-13
Voice Prompt Interrupt ..............4-49
W
Warning Air bag warning light .........1-55,2-10
Anti-lock brake warning light .........2-8
Battery charge warning light .........2-8
Brake warning light ..............2-8
Door open warning light ...........2-8
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-8
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Low fuel warning light .............2-9Low windshield-washer fluid warning light..2-9
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-49
Seat belt warning light ............2-9
Supplemental air bag warning light. .1-55, 2-10
Vehicle security system ...........2-13
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................2-7
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-54
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .....................2-7
Audible reminders ...............2-7
Indicatorlights.................2-7
Warninglights.................2-7
Warninglights...................2-7
Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer
switches ...................2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-14
Weights(Seedimensionsandweights).....9-9
Wheels and tires .................8-34
Wheel/tire size ...................9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
anothercountry .................9-10
Windows Locking passengers’ windows .......2-26
Manual windows ...............2-26
Power rear windows .............2-26
Power windows ...............2-24
Rear power windows ............2-26
Windshield-washer fluid .............8-13
Windshield wiper and washer switch .....2-14
Windshield wiper blades ............8-17
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer switches. .2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-14
Wiperblades.................8-17
10-6