2023 NISSAN KICKS engine

Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Using en-
gine oil and filters that are not of the speci-
fied quality, or exceeding recommended oil
and filter change intervals could reduce
engine life. Damage to the engine caused
by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is
not covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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 recom-
mended 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 coldoutside temperatures
• driving in dusty conditions
• extensive idling
• stop and go commuting
For additional information, see “Mainte-
nance and schedules” (P. 9-2).
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND OIL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioner system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) and
NISSAN A/C system oil Type PAG or the
exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or oil
will cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and will require
the replacement of all air conditioner
system components.
The refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf ) in
your NISSAN vehicle does not harm the
earth's ozone layer. Although this refriger-
ant does not affect the earth's atmo-
sphere, certain government regulations re-
quire the recovery and recycling of any
refrigerant during automotive air condi-
tioner system service. Air conditioner sys-
tem should only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians to ensure proper and
safe operation (SAE J2845). A NISSAN dealer
has the trained technicians and equip-
ment needed to recover and recycle your
air conditioner system refrigerant. Only new and SAEJ2842 certified evaporator(s)
shall be used as replacement parts.
A damaged or leaking air conditioning
evaporator shall never be repaired or re-
placed with one removed from a used or
salvaged vehicle. To replace a damaged or
leaking evaporator, use only new and SAE
J2842 certified evaporator(s). It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
when servicing your air conditioner
system.
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ENGINE
Model1.6L 4 cylinder (HR16DE engine model)
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 4-cylinder, inline
Bore x Stroke Metric measure78 mm x 83.6 mm
US measure 3.071 in x 3.291 in
Displacement Metric measure1,598 cm
3
US measure97.51 cu in
Firing order 1–3–4–2
Idle speed
No adjustment is necessary.
CVT in N (Neutral) position
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)
CO%atidle
Spark plug
DILKAR6K11
Spark plug gap (Nominal) Metric measure
1.1 mm
US measure 0.043 in
Camshaf t operation Timing chain
SPECIFICATIONS
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When planning to drive your NISSAN ve-
hicle in another country,you should first
find out if the fuel available is suitable for
your vehicle's engine.
Using fuel with an octane rating that is too
low may cause engine damage. All gaso-
line vehicles must be operated with un-
leaded gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking
your vehicle to areas where appropriate
fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of
your vehicle to another country, state,
province or district, it may be necessary
to modif y the vehicle to meet local laws
and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards
vary according to the country, state, prov-
ince or district; therefore, vehicle specifica-
tions may differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into an-
other country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, trans-
portation and registration are the re-
sponsibility of the user. NISSAN is not re-
sponsible for any inconvenience that
may result.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate is attached as shown. This number is
the identification for your vehicle and is
used in the vehicle registration.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(chassis number)
The vehicle identification number is lo-
cated as shown.
LTI2050LTI2258
WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING
IN ANOTHER COUNTRY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The number is stamped on the engine as
shown.
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION
LABEL
The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certifi-
cation label is affixed as shown. This label
contains valuable vehicle information, such
as: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR),
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month
and year of manufacture, Vehicle Identifi-
cation Number (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.
EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION LABEL
The emission control information label is
attached to the underside of the hood as
shown.
LTI2469WTI0172WTI0173
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You may contact Transport Canada's
Defect Investigations and Recalls
Division toll free at 1-800-333-0510.
You may also report safety defects
online at: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/
motorvehiclesafety/menu.htm (Eng-
lish speakers) or http://www.tc.gc.ca/
fra/securiteautomobile/menu.htm
(French speakers)
Or contact Transport Canada by
mail at:
Transport Canada Motor Vehicle
Safety Investigations Laboratory
80 Noel Street Gatineau, QC J8Z0A1
Additional information concerning
motor vehicle safety may be obtained
from Transport Canada's Road Safety
Information Centre at 1-800-333-0371
or online at www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety
(English speakers) or www.tc.gc.ca/
securiteroutiere (French speakers).
To notif y NISSAN of any safety con-
cerns please contact our Consumer
Information Centre toll free at
1-800-387-0122.Due to legal requirements in some states
and Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may
be required to be in what is called the
“ready condition” for an Inspection/
Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission
control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition”
when it is driven through certain driving
patterns. Usually, the ready condition can
be obtained by ordinary usage of the
vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is re-
paired or the battery is disconnected, the
vehicle may be reset to a “not ready” condi-
tion. Before taking the I/M test, check the
vehicle's inspection/maintenance test
readiness condition. Place the ignition
switch in the ON position without starting
the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds
and then blinks for 10 seconds , the I/M test
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink af ter 20 seconds, the I/M test condi-
tion is “ready”. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer to set the “ready con-
dition” or to prepare the vehicle for testing.
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST
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11 Index
A
Active Ride Control (ARC).........5-138Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-41Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
................1-49Air bag warning labels............1-62Air bag warning light.........1-63, 2-15Air bag warning light,
supplemental..............1-63, 2-15Air cleaner housing filter..........8-15Air conditionerAir conditioner operation.....4-35, 4-41Air conditioner specification label. .10-12Air conditioner system refrigerant
recommendations............10-7Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............10-7Heater and air conditioner.......4-40Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-41Servicing air conditioner........4-43Air flow charts................4-36Alarm system (See vehicle security
system)................... .2-38Anchor point locations...........1-24Antenna....................4-62Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).....5-132Antifreeze...................5-145Audio system.................4-43
AM radio operation............4-50AM radio reception............4-44AM/FM radio............4-48, 4-50Auxiliary (AUX) devices operation. . .4-52Bluetooth® audio.............4-59FM radio operation............4-51FM radio reception............4-44iPod® Player................4-56iPod® player operation.........4-56Radio................... .4-43Steering wheel audio control
switch....................4-62USB Connections.............4-54USB interface...............4-53Autolight switch...............2-45Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-73Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . . .3-29Automatic brake hold............5-25Automatic door locks.............3-5Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB). .5-88Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection............5-98
B
Battery.................5- 145, 8-11Charge warning light...........2-14Battery replacement............8-22Key fob...................8-22
NISSAN Intelligent Key®.........8-23Before starting the engine.........5-15Belt (See drive belt)..............8-13Blind Spot Warning (BSW)..........5-35Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch.....2-53Bluetooth® audio..............4-59Bluetooth® hands-free phone
system.................... .4-66Bluetooth® connections.........4-79Connecting procedure..........4-71Phone indicators.............4-70Text messaging..............4-76Voice commands.............4-72Booster seats.................1-37Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-132Brake fluid................. .8-9Brake light (See stop light).......8-26Brake system...............5-132Brake warning light............2-13Brake wear indicators.......2-23,8-18Parking brake operation.........5-22Self-adjusting brakes...........8-17Brake Assist.................5-134Brake fluid................... .8-9Brake system................5-132Brakes.....................8-17Break-in schedule.............5-128Brightness control
Instrument panel.............2-50Brightness/contrast button.........4-7

Bulb check/instrument panel........2-13Bulb replacement...............8-26
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................10-2Car phone or CB radio............4-66Cargo
(See vehicle loading information).....10-14Cargo cover................. .2-66Chassis control................5-137Check tire pressure..............2-36Child restraint with top tether strap. . . .1-24Child restraints........1-17,1-18,1-19,1-21LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System..............1-21Precautions on child
restraints.........1-19,1-26,1-33, 1-38Top tether strap anchor point
locations...................1-24Child safety rear door lock..........3-6Cleaning exterior and interior......7-2,7-4Clock set.................... .4-5Cold weather driving............5-145Console box..................2-64Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT).......................5-17Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid..................... .8-9Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-17
Transmission shif t selector lock
release....................5-20Control panel buttons.............4-3Brightness/contrast button........4-7Controls
Audio controls (steering wheel).....4-62Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-41Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)................ .4-40Heater and air conditioner controls
(manual).................. .4-32Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Checking engine coolant level......8-5Corrosion protection..............7-7Cruise control................ .5-56Cup holders................. .2-64
D
Daytime Running Light System......2-49Defroster switch
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
.............2-43, 4-34, 4-42Rear window defroster switch.....2-43Dimensions and weights..........10-9Dimmer switch for instrument panel. . .2-50DisplayInformation display............2-24Display controls (see control panel
buttons).................... .4-3
Door locks....................3-4Door open warning light...........2-14Drive belt....................8-13Drive Systems OFF switch..........2-54Driving
Cold weather driving...........5-145Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT).............5-17Precautions when starting and
driving.................... .5-4Driving the vehicle...............5-17
E
Eco Drive Report................2-10Economy - fuel................5-129Emergency call (SOS) button........2-57Emergency engine shutoff.......5-13,6-2Emission control information label. . . .10-11Emission control system warranty. . . .10-21Engine
Before starting the engine........5-15Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Changing engine coolant.........8-5Changing engine oil............8-6Changing engine oil filter.........8-6Checking engine coolant level......8-5Checking engine oil level.........8-5Engine compartment check
locations.................. .8-3Engine cooling system...........8-4Engine oil...................8-5
11-2

Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.............10-6Engine oil pressure warning light. . . .2-14Engine oil viscosity.............10-6Engine serial number...........10-11Engine specifications...........10-8Starting the engine............5-15Engine Block Heater.............5-146Event Data recorders............10-23Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)......5-4Explanation of maintenance items.....9-2Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items.......................9-5Extended storage switch..........2-60
F
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.........10-11Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch)......................6-2Flat tire...................6-3, 6-4Floor mat positioning aid...........7-5Fluid
Brake fluid................. .8-9Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid..................... .8-9Engine coolant................8-4Engine oil...................8-5Windshield-washer fluid.........8-10Fog light switch................2-51
Forward Driving Aids
System Temporarily
Unavailable
. .2-37, 5-73, 5-94, 5-106, 5-121Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system). . .1-49Front seats....................1-2Front-door pocket...............2-61FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
...............10-2Fuel economy...............5-129Fuel gauge..................2-7Fuel octane rating.............10-5Fuel recommendation..........10-3Fuel-filler door lock opener lever. . . .3-25Fuel efficient driving tips..........5-128Fuel gauge....................2-7Fuel-filler door.................3-25Fuses.......................8-18Fusible links...............8-19,8-22
G
GaugeFuel gauge..................2-7Speedometer..............2-5, 2-6Tachometer..................2-7Trip odometer.............2-5, 2-6General maintenance.............9-2Glove box................... .2-63Grocery hooks.................2-66
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®. . .4-66Hazard warning flasher switch........6-2Head restraints.................1-5Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-44Headlight control switch..........2-44Headlights...................8-24Heated mirrors................3-30Heated seat switches............2-52Heated steering wheel switch.......2-53Heater
Heater and air conditioner........4-40Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-41Heater operation..........4-34, 4-41Hill start assist system...........5-139Hood.......................3-21HookLuggage hook...............2-65Horn...................... .2-51
I
Ignition switch
Push-button ignition switch.......5-11Immobilizer system..........2-40, 5-14Important vehicle information label. . .10-11In-cabin microfilter..............8-15Increasing fuel economy..........5-129IndicatorNISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge indicator
............5-13Inside automatic anti-glare mirror. . . .3-29
11-3