2020 NISSAN LEAF tire type

O2TIN (Tire Identification Number)
for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX
XXX XXXX)
1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart- ment of Transportation”. The sym-
bol can be placed above, below or
to the lef t or right of the Tire Iden-
tification 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.
O3Tire ply composition and material
The number of layers or plies of
rubber-coated fabric in the tire.
Tire manufacturers also must indi-
cate the materials in the tire, which
include steel, nylon, polyester, and
others.
O4Maximum permissible inflation
pressure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure.
O5Maximum load rating
This number indicates the maxi-
mum load in kilograms and pounds
that can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle, al-
ways use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.
LDI2786
Example
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O6Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”
Indicates whether the tire requires
an inner tube (“tube type”) or not
(“tubeless”).
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
(Example: Summer, All Season or
Snow) and construction. A NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer may be able to
help you with information about tire
type, size, speed rating and
availability.
• 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
VDC system to malfunction resulting
in personal injury or death, excessive
tie wear and may damage the trans-
mission and differential gears.
• 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
TPMS.
• 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 (Mud and Snow) on
the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better
snow traction than All Season tires and
may be more appropriate in some areas.
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.
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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 will have lower speed
ratings 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
Use of tire chains may be prohibited ac-
cording to location. Check the local laws
before installing tire chains. When installing
tire chains, make sure they are the proper
size for the tires on your vehicle and are
installed according to the chain manufac-
turer’s suggestions.
Use only SAE Class S chains.Class “S”
chains are used on vehicles with restricted
tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can
use Class “S” chains are designed to meet
the SAE standard minimum clearances be-
tween the tire and the closest vehicle sus-
pension or body component required to
accommodate the use of a winter traction
device (tire chains or cables). The minimum
clearances are determined using the fac-
tory equipped tire size. Other types may
damage your vehicle.
Use chain tensioners when recommended
by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a
tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain
must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage
to the fenders or underbody. If possible,
avoid fully loading your vehicle when using
tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and
performance may be adversely affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the
front wheels and not on the rear wheels.
Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving
with tire chains in such conditions can
cause damage to the various mechanisms
of the vehicle due to some overstress.
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WARNING
•Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking,
bulging or objects caught in
the tread. If excessive wear,
cracks, bulging or deep cuts
are found, the tire(s) should be
replaced.
• The original tires have built-in
tread wear indicators. When
wear indicators are visible, the
tire(s) should be replaced.
• Tires degrade with age and
use. Have tires, over 6 years old
checked by a qualified techni-
cian, because some tire dam-
age may not be obvious. Re-
place the tires as necessary to
prevent tire failure and pos-
sible personal injury. •
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. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Specifica-
tions” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual for rec-
ommended types and sizes of tires and
wheels.
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.
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MOTOR
ModelEM57
WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheel
Type Size Offset in
(mm)
Steel 16 × 6 1/2JJ 1.57 (40)
Aluminum 16 × 6 1/2J 1.57 (40)
Aluminum 17 × 6 1/2J 1.77 (45)
Tire
Tire Size
All season P205/55R16 89H
All season P215/50R17 90V
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Thef t (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),
traction motor start..........2-44, 5-14Tilt steering column..............3-23TireFlat tire................... .6-3Low tire pressure warning system. . .5-4Tire and Loading Information
label...................8-31, 9-9Tire chains.................8-36Tire dressing.................7-4Tire pressure................8-32Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)................. .5-4, 6-3Tire rotation.................8-37Types of tires................8-35Uniform tire quality grading.......9-14Wheels and tires..............8-28Wheel/tire size................9-5Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light.....2-19Tonneau cover................ .2-65To p
Tether strap child restraints.......1-25Top tether strap child restraint.......1-25TowingFlat towing..................9-14Tow truck towing..............6-13Trailer towing................9-14Towing a trailer.................9-14TPMS, Tire Pressure Monitoring System. .5-4Traction motorTraction motor serial number......9-8
TransceiverHomeLink® Universal
Transceiver
.......2-71,2-73,2-74,2-75Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system
(Refer to Intelligent Key system)......3-14Trickle charge................CH-11Turn signal switch...............2-54Type of charge and how to charge the Li-ion
battery.................... .CH-5
U
Underbody cleaning..............7-3Uniform tire quality grading.........9-14Unplugged status.............CH-49USB/iPod® Charging Ports.........4-43
V
Vanity mirror..................3-25Vehicle
Dimensions and weights.........9-6Loading information............9-10Security system..............2-43Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.....................5-160Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate........................9-7Vehicle immobilizer system.....2-44, 5-14Vehicle information display.....2-25,2-26Vehicle security system (NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System), engine
start
................... .2-44, 5-14
Vents.......................4-27Visors......................3-24
W
Warning
Air bag warning light........1-62, 2-21Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Indicators for operation.........2-33Low tire pressure warning light.....2-19Supplemental air bag warning
light.................. .1-62, 2-21Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................5-4, 6-3Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders..................2-14Warning lights................2-15Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders....................2-14Audible reminders.............2-14Indicator lights...............2-14Warning lights................2-14Warning light
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light
......................2-16BRAKE warning light (red).........2-17BRAKE warning light (yellow).......2-17Seat belt warning light..........2-21Warning lights.................2-14Washer switchRear window wiper and washer
switches
.................. .2-47Wiper and washer switch........2-46
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