2017 NISSAN SENTRA spare tire

Replacing wheels and tires
When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread
design, speed rating and load carrying capacity
as originally equipped. For additional information,
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Technical and
consumer information” section of this manual.
WARNING
●The use of tires other than those recom-
mended 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 Dynamic Control
(VDC) system, ground clearance, body-
to-tire clearance, tire chain clearance,
speedometer calibration, headlight aim
and bumper height. Some of these ef-
fects may lead to accidents and could
result in serious personal injury.
● If your vehicle was originally equipped
with four tires that were the same size
and you are only replacing 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 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, affect the
VDC system and/or interference with
the brake discs. Such interference can
lead to decreased braking efficiency
and/or early brake pad wear. For addi-
tional information on wheel off-set di-
mensions, refer to “Wheels and tires” in
the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
● Since the spare tire is not equipped with
the TPMS, when a spare tire is mounted
or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will
not be indicated, the TPMS will not
function and the low tire pressure warn-
ing light will flash for approximately
1 minute. The light will remain on after
1 minute. Have your tires replaced
and/or TPMS system reset as soon as
possible. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
● Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS. ●
The TPMS sensor may be damaged if it
is not handled correctly. Be careful
when handling the TPMS sensor.
● When replacing the TPMS sensor, the
ID registration may be required. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for ID registration.
● Do not use a valve stem cap that is not
specified by NISSAN. The valve stem
cap may become stuck.
● Be sure that the valve stem caps are
correctly fitted. Otherwise the valve may
be clogged up with dirt and cause a
malfunction or loss of pressure.
● 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.
● For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety In-
formation” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet.
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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 “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Infor-
mation” (Canada) in the Warranty In-
formation 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)
Since the spare tire is not equipped with the
TPMS, when a spare tire is mounted (TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY or conventional) , the TPMS
will not function.
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 420 kPa, 4.2 bar (60 psi) .
● With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare
tire installed do not drive the vehicle at
speeds faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
● When driving on roads covered with
snow or ice, the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire should be used on the
rear wheels and the original tire used
on the front wheels (drive wheels) .
● Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster rate
than the standard tire. Replace the
spare tire as soon as the tread wear
indicators appear.
● Do not use the spare tire on other
vehicles.
● Do not use more than one spare tire at
the same time.
● Do not tow a trailer when the TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed.
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CAUTION
●Do not use tire chains on a TEMPO-
RARY USE ONLY spare tire. Tire chains
will not fit properly and may cause dam-
age to the vehicle.
● Because the TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire is smaller than the original
tire, ground clearance is reduced. To
avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
drive over obstacles. Also, do not drive
the vehicle through an automatic car
wash since it may get caught.
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Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the
hood from opening when the primary latch is
released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If neces-
sary, adjust the pressure in all tires, including the
spare, to the pressure specified. Check carefully
for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age. Wheel alignment and balance:
If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer to
“Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire
Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty In-
formation Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a dam-
aged windshield repaired by a qualified repair
facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when per-
forming scheduled maintenance, cleaning the ve-
hicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation and make sure the pedal does not
catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mat
away from the pedal. Brake pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth op-
eration. If the brake pedal suddenly goes down
further than normal, the pedal feels spongy or the
vehicle seems to take longer to stop, have your
vehicle checked immediately. It is recommended
that you visit a 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 (if so
equipped): On a fairly steep hill check that the
vehicle is held securely with the shift lever in the P
(Park) position without applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake opera-
tion 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 recommended 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 se-
curely 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.
Maintenance and schedules9-3

WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheel typeSize Offset in (mm)
Aluminum 16 x 6.5J
17x6.5J
18x7J 1.77 (45)
1.77 (45)
1.77 (45)
Steel 16 x 6.5JJ 1.77 (45)
Tire size P205/55R16
205/50R17
215/45R18
215/45ZR18
Spare tire T125/70D16
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
CountryModel Unit: in (mm)
Overall length USA and CanadaNISMO
183.7 (4,666)
USA and Canada except NISMO 182.5 (4,636)
Overall width 69.3 (1,761)
Overall height NISMO58.8 (1,494)
SR Turbo 59 (1,498)
except SR Turbo and NISMO 58.9 (1,495)
Front Track 60.2 (1,530)
Rear Track 60.2 (1,530)
Wheelbase 106.3 (2,700)
Gross vehicle
weight rating lb (kg)
Refer to “F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.
S.S. certification label” on the
center pillar between the driv- er’s side front and rear doors.
Gross axle weight
rating
Front lb (kg)
Rear lb (kg)
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3. Insert two grommetsBinto the holes in the
front bumper fascia.
4. Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the grommet holes to turn the threaded part
of the grommet 90°.
5. Mount the front license plate bracket using two screws
C.
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 parts, fluids, emergency
tools and spare tire assembly. This
weight does not include 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 F.M.V.S.S./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
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
rating) - The maximum total weight
rating of the vehicle, passengers,
cargo, and trailer.
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VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION
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Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).........1-41
Supplemental side and curtain side-impact
air bag system ..................1-55
Switch Autolightswitch...............2-42
Automatic power window switch ......2-56
Foglightswitch ...............2-45
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-41
Headlight control switch ..........2-41
Ignition switch .................5-8
Instrument brightness control ........2-44
Power door lock switch .........3-5,3-6
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.....................2-40
Turnsignalswitch..............2-45
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch.....................2-47
T
Tachometer ....................2-7
Temperature gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-7
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
engine start .............2-38,5-10,5-13
Three-way catalyst ................5-2
Tilt Telescopic steering .............3-28
Tire Flat tire ..................6-3,6-3
Spare tire ................6-4,8-43
TireandLoadingInformationlabel ....10-13
Tire chains ..................8-40 Tirepressure.................8-33
Tire rotation..................8-40
Types of tires
.................8-39
Uniform tire quality grading ........10-18
Wheels and tires ...............8-33
Wheel/tire size ...............10-10
Tire pressure Low tire pressure warning light .......2-18
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ....................2-6,5-3
Towing Flattowing.................10-18
Trailer towing ................10-18
Towing a trailer .................10-18
Towingyourvehicle...............6-11
Transceiver HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .......2-62,2-64,2-64,2-65
Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-11
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ..........5-9,5-16
Driving with manual transmission . . .5-9, 5-21
Travel (See registering a vehicle in another
country) .....................10-11
Trip computer ...................2-9
Trip odometer ................2-4,2-5
Troubleshooting guide
(NISSAN voice recognition system) .....4-120
Trunklid......................3-25
Trunklidlockopenerlever............3-25
Trunklight ....................2-61
Turn signal switch ................2-45 U
Uniform tire quality grading ..........10-18
USB interface ...............4-60,4-62
Audio file operation ..........4-61,4-63
V
Vanity mirror ...................3-29
Variable voltage control system .........8-15
Vehicle dimensions and weights .......10-10
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . .2-47
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system .....5-74
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system . . . .5-74
Vehicle identification ..............10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ......10-11
V

ehicle identification number (VIN)
(Chassis number) ...............10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . .10-11
Vehicle immobilizer system ....2-38,5-10,5-13
Vehicle Information Display ...........2-24
Vehicle loading information ..........10-14
Vehicle recovery .................6-13
Vehicle security system ..........2-36,2-36
Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle Immobi-
lizer System) , engine start .....2-38,5-10,5-13
Vents.......................4-16
Visors.......................3-29
Voice Prompt Interrupt ......4-82,4-97,4-109
Voice Recognition System ...........4-116
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