●If the wheels are changed for any rea-
son, always replace with wheels which
have the same off-set dimension.
Wheels of a different off-set could
cause premature tire wear, degrade ve-
hicle handling characteristics and/or in-
terference with the brake discs/drums.
Such interference can lead to de-
creased braking efficiency and/or early
brake pad/shoe wear. For additional in-
formation on wheel off-set dimensions,
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Tech-
nical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
● Do not install a damaged or deformed
wheel or tire even if it has been re-
paired. Such wheels or tires could have
structural damage and could fail with-
out warning.
● The use of retread tires is not
recommended.
Wheel balance
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get
out of balance. Therefore, they should be bal-
anced as required. Wheel balance service should be per-
formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
could lead to mechanical damage.
● For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Tire Safety Information”
in the Warranty Information Booklet.
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
corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.
● NISSAN recommends waxing the road
wheels to protect against road salt in areas
where it is used during winter.
Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire)
Observe the following precautions if the TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used.
Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged or
involved in an accident:
WARNING
● The spare tire should be used for emer-
gency use only. It should be replaced
with the standard tire at the first oppor-
tunity to avoid possible tire or differen-
tial damage.
● Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY
USE ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid
sharp turns and abrupt braking while
driving.
● Periodically check spare tire inflation
pressure. Always keep the pressure of
the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire
at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar) .
● With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare
tire installed do not drive the vehicle at
speeds faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Do-it-yourself8-39
10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities......10-2
Fuel recommendation .......................... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations .........10-6
Air conditioner system (if so equipped)
refrigerant and oil recommendations .............10-7
Specifications .................................... 10-8
Engine ....................................... 10-8
Wheels and tires .............................. 10-9
Dimensions and weights .......................10-9
When traveling or registering in another country .....10-10
Vehicle identification ............................. 10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ........10-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ............................. 10-10
Engine serial number .......................... 10-11
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................10-11
Emission control information label ..............10-11 Tire and loading information label
...............10-12
Air conditioner specification label
(if so equipped) .............................. 10-12
Installing front license plate (if so equipped) ........10-12
Vehicle loading information .......................10-13
Terms ....................................... 10-13
Determining vehicle load capacity . . ............10-14
Loading tips ................................. 10-16
Measurement of weights ......................10-16
Towing a trailer .................................. 10-17
Flat towing ................................... 10-17
Uniform tire quality grading .......................10-17
Emission control system warranty .................10-18
Reporting safety defects ......................... 10-19
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ....10-19
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ......................10-20
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . .10-20
WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheel typeSizeOffset mm (in)
Steel 15 x 5.5J50 (1.97)
Aluminum 16 x 6.0J55 (2.17)
Tire size P185/60R15
185/55R16
Spare tire T125/70D15
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Body Type Hatchback
Overall length mm (in)3,827 (150.7)
Overall width mm (in)1,665 (65.6)
Overall height R15 mm (in)1,527 (60.1)
R16 mm (in)1,532 (60.3)
Front Track R15 mm (in)1,460 (57.5)
R16 mm (in)1,450 (57.1)
Rear Track R15 mm (in)1,465 (57.7)
R16 mm (in)1,455 (57.3)
Wheelbase mm (in)2,450 (96.5)
Gross vehicle weight rating Refer to the “C.M.V.S.S. certifica-
tion label” on the center pillar be-
tween the driver’s side front and
rear doors.
Gross axle weight rating
FrontRear
Technical and consumer information10-9
Child restraints.......1-19,1-20,1-21,1-23
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-23
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-22,1-28,1-33,1-38
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-25
Child safety rear door lock ............3-5
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-13
Cleaningexteriorandinterior........7-2,7-4
Clock setting
(models without Navigation System) . .4-34, 4-38
Clutch Clutch fluid ...................8-9
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-11
Cold weather driving ...............5-25
Compact disc (CD) player ........4-35,4-39
Controls Audiocontrols(steeringwheel).......4-45
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-8, 4-16
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-5
Checking engine coolant level ........8-5
Corrosionprotection ...............7-6
Cruisecontrol..................5-15
Cupholders................2-23,2-24
Curtain side-impact air bag system
(See supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag system) ...........1-55
D
Daytime light system ...............2-18 Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-17
Dimensionsandweights ............10-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-19
Door locks .....................3-3
Door open warning light .............2-9
Doors ........................3-3
Drive belt .....................8-12
Driving Cold weather driving .............5-25
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-8
Driving with manual transmission ......5-13
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Driving the vehicle .................5-8
E
Economy - fuel ..................5-18
Emission control information label ......10-11
Emission control system warranty .......10-18
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-7
Block heater .................5-26
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-5
Changingengineoil..............8-7
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-5
Checking engine oil level ...........8-6
Engine compartment check locations ....8-3
Engine cooling system ............8-4
Engineoil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-6 Engine oil pressure warning light
.......2-9
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-7
Engine serial number ............10-11
Engine specifications ............10-8
Starting the engine ..............5-7
Event Data recorders .............10-20
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . .9-5
Extended storage switch ............8-19
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire .......................
6-2
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ......8-8
Brake fluid ...................8-9
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Clutch fluid ...................8-9
Enginecoolant.................8-4
Engineoil ...................8-6
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-48
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Fuel economy ................5-18
Fuel-filler cap .................3-10
Fuel-filler lid .................3-10
Fuelgauge...................2-5
Fuel octane rating ..............10-5
11-2
T
Tachometer ....................2-5
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start .................2-13,5-7
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilting steering wheel ..............3-12
Tire Flat tire .....................6-2
Spare tire ................6-3,8-39
Tire and Loading Information label ....10-12
Tire chains ..................8-37
Tirepressure .............8-31,8-31
Tirerotation..................8-37
Types of tires .................8-36
Uniform tire quality grading ........10-17
Wheels and tires ...........8-31,10-9
Wheel/tire size ................10-9
Towing Flattowing.................10-17
Trailertowing................10-17
Towing a trailer .................10-17
Towingyourvehicle...............6-13
Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ......8-8
Driving with automatic transmission .....5-8
Driving with manual transmission ......5-13
Shiftleverlockrelease............5-11
Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country) .....................10-10
Trip computer ...................2-6
Trip odometer ...................2-4
Turnsignalswitch................2-19 U
Uniform tire quality grading ..........10-17
USB interface ..................4-41
Audio file operation .............4-42
V
Vanity mirror ...................3-13
Vehicle dimensions and weights ........10-9
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . .2-21
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system .....5-23
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ....5-23
Vehicle identification ..............10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ......10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number) ...............10-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . .10-10
Vehicle immobilizer system ........2-13,5-7
Vehicle loading information ......10-13,10-14
Vehicle recovery .................6-15
Vehicle security system .............2-13
Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System) , engine start .....2-13,5-7
Ventilators .....................4-8
Visors.......................3-12
Voice Prompt Interrupt ..............4-50
W
Warning Air bag warning light .........1-58,2-10
Anti-lock brake warning light .........2-8
Battery charge warning light .........2-8Brake warning light
..............2-8
Door open warning light ...........2-9
Engine oil pressure warning light .......2-9
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-5
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light...................... .2-9
Passenger air bag and status light .....
1-50
Seat belt warning light ........1-12,2-10
Supplemental air bag warning
light ..................1-58,2-10
Vehicle security system ...........2-13
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................2-10
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-58
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .....................2-10
Audible reminders ..............2-10
Indicatorlights................2-10
Warninglights................2-10
Warninglights..................2-10
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders .....................2-7
Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer
switches ...................2-16
Weights(Seedimensionsandweights)....10-9
Wheels and tires .............8-31,10-9
Wheel/tire size ..................10-9
When traveling or registering in another
country .....................10-10
Windows .....................2-26
Locking passengers’ windows .......2-27
Manual windows ...............2-28
Power rear windows .............2-27
Power windows ...............2-26
11-6