Nissan Micra (2018 year). Instruction — part 14

– When replacing tires, install the

specified size of tires on all four
wheels.

– When installing a spare tire, make

sure that it is the proper size and
type as specified on the Tire and
Loading Information label. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Tire
and Loading Information label” in
the “Technical and consumer infor-
mation” section of this manual.

– For additional information, refer to

“Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.

The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels
do not lock during hard braking or when
braking on slippery surfaces. The system
detects the rotation speed at each wheel
and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding.
By preventing each wheel from locking, the
system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving
and spinning on slippery surfaces.

Using the system

Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
Anti-lock Braking System will operate to
prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.

WARNING

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may

result

increased

stopping

distances.

Self-test feature

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) includes
electronic sensors, electric pumps, hydraulic
solenoids and a computer. The computer
has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the
system each time you start the engine and
move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or
reverse. When the self-test occurs, you may
hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in
the brake pedal. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction. If the computer
senses a malfunction, it switches the ABS off
and illuminates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then op-
erates normally but without anti-lock assis-
tance.

If the ABS warning light illuminates during
the self-test or while driving, have the ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Normal operation

The ABS operates at speeds above 5 -
10 km/h (3 - 6 mph). The speed varies ac-
cording to road conditions.

When the ABS senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the actuator
rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-
sure. This action is similar to pumping the
brakes very quickly. You may feel a pulsa-
tion in the brake pedal and hear a noise
from under the hood or feel a vibration
from the actuator when it is operating. This
is normal and indicates that the ABS is op-
erating properly. However, the pulsation
may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while
driving.

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BRAKE ASSIST

When the force applied to the brake pedal
exceeds a certain level, the brake assist is
activated generating greater braking force
than a conventional brake booster even
with light pedal force.

WARNING

The brake assist is only an aid to assist
braking operation and is not a collision
warning or avoidance device. It is the
driver’s responsibility to stay alert, drive
safely and be in control of the vehicle at
all times.

The VDC system uses various sensors to
monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion.
Under certain driving conditions, the VDC
system helps to perform the following
functions:

∙ Controls brake pressure to reduce

wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel
so power is transferred to a non slipping
drive wheel on the same axle.

∙ Controls brake pressure and engine

output to reduce drive wheel slip based
on vehicle speed (traction control func-
tion).

∙ Controls brake pressure at individual

wheels and engine output to help the
driver maintain control of the vehicle in
the following conditions:

– Understeer (vehicle tends to not fol-

low the steered path despite in-
creased steering input)

– Oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due

to certain road or driving conditions)

The VDC system can help the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle, but it can-
not prevent loss of vehicle control in all driv-
ing situations.

When the VDC system operates, the
indicator in the instrument panel flashes
so note the following:

∙ The road may be slippery or the system

may determine some action is required
to help keep the vehicle on the steered
path.

∙ You may feel a pulsation in the brake

pedal and hear a noise or vibration from
under the hood. This is normal and indi-
cates that the VDC system is working
properly.

∙ Adjust your speed and driving to the

road conditions.

For additional information, refer to “Slip in-
dicator light” and “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) OFF indicator light” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this manual.

If a malfunction occurs in the system,

the

and

indicator lights come

on in the instrument panel. The VDC sys-
tem automatically turns off when these in-
dicator lights are on.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the
VDC system. The

indicator illumi-

nates to indicate the VDC system is off.
When the VDC switch is used to turn off the
system, the VDC system still operates to

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM

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prevent one drive wheel from slipping by
transferring power to a non slipping drive
wheel. The

indicator flashes if this oc-

curs. All other VDC functions are off and
the

indicator will not flash.

The VDC system is automatically reset to
on when the ignition switch is placed in the
off position then back to the on position.

The computer has a built in diagnostic fea-
ture that tests the system each time you
start the engine and move the vehicle for-
ward or in reverse at a slow speed. When
the self-test occurs, you may hear a clunk
noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal. This is normal and is not an indica-
tion of a malfunction.

WARNING

∙ The VDC system is designed to help

the driver maintain stability but does
not prevent accidents due to abrupt
steering operation at high speeds or
by careless or dangerous driving
techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and
be especially careful when driving and
cornering on slippery surfaces and al-
ways drive carefully.

∙ Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-

sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-
bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are
not NISSAN recommended for your
vehicle or are extremely deteriorated,
the VDC system may not operate
properly. This could adversely affect
vehicle handling performance and
the

indicator may flash.

∙ If brake related parts such as brake

pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC system
may

not

operate

properly

and

the

indicator

light

may

illuminate.

∙ If engine control related parts are not

NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the

indi-

cator light may illuminate.

∙ When driving on extremely inclined

surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not operate
properly and the

indicator may

flash or the

indicator light may

illuminate. Do not drive on these types
of roads.

∙ When driving on an unstable surface

such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the

indicator may flash or

the

indicator light may illumi-

nate. This is not a malfunction. Re-
start the engine after driving onto a
stable surface.

∙ If wheels or tires other than the

NISSAN recommended ones are used,
the VDC system may not operate
properly and the

indicator may

flash and the

indicator light may

illuminate.

∙ The VDC system is not a substitute for

winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.

BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION

During braking while driving through turns,
the system optimizes the distribution of
force to each of the front and rear wheels
depending on the radius of the turn.

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WARNING

∙ The VDC system is designed to help

∙ Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-

indicator may flash.

∙ If brake related parts such as brake

pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the VDC system
may

not

operate

properly

and

the

indicator

light

may

illuminate.

∙ If engine control related parts are not

NISSAN recommended or are ex-
tremely deteriorated, the

indi-

cator light may illuminate.

∙ When driving on extremely inclined

surfaces such as higher banked cor-
ners, the VDC system may not operate
properly and the

indicator may

flash or the

indicator light may

illuminate. Do not drive on these types
of roads.

∙ When driving on an unstable surface

such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the

indicator may flash or

the

indicator light may illumi-

nate. This is not a malfunction. Re-
start the engine after driving onto a
stable surface.

∙ If wheels or tires other than the

NISSAN recommended ones are used,
the VDC system may not operate
properly and the

indicator may

flash and the

indicator light may

illuminate.

∙ The VDC system is not a substitute for

winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK

To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
de-icer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before in-
serting it into the key hole or use the re-
mote keyless entry key fob (if so equipped).

ANTIFREEZE

In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 0°C (32°F),
check the anti-freeze to assure proper win-
ter protection. For additional information,
refer to “Engine cooling system” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.

BATTERY

If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the
battery fluid may freeze and damage the
battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery should be checked regularly.
For additional information, refer to “Battery”
in the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual.

COLD WEATHER DRIVING

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DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER

If the vehicle is to be left outside without
anti-freeze, drain the cooling system, in-
cluding the engine block. Refill before oper-
ating the vehicle. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine coolant” in
the “Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.

TIRE EQUIPMENT

1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to

provide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance
of these tires will be substantially re-
duced in snowy and icy conditions. If
you operate your vehicle on snowy or
icy roads, NISSAN recommends the use
of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON TIRES
on all four wheels. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN dealer for the tire
type, size, speed rating and availability
information.

2. For additional traction on icy roads,

studded tires may be used. However,
some U.S. states and Canadian prov-
inces prohibit their use. Check local,
state and provincial laws before install-
ing 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.

3. Tire chains may be used. For additional

information, refer to “Tire chains” in the
“Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.

SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT

It is recommended that the following items
be carried in the vehicle during winter:

∙ A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re-

move ice and snow from the windows
and wiper blades.

∙ A sturdy, flat board to be placed under

the jack to give it firm support.

∙ A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-

drifts.

∙ Extra

washer

fluid

refill

the

windshield-washer fluid reservoir.

DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE

WARNING

∙ Wet ice (0°C, 32°F and freezing rain),

very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” un-
der these conditions. Try to avoid driv-
ing on wet ice until the road is salted
or sanded.

∙ Whatever the condition, drive with

caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating or down-
shifting too fast, the drive wheels will
lose even more traction.

∙ Allow more stopping distance under

these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pavement.

∙ Allow greater following distances on

slippery roads.

∙ Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).

These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch
of ice is seen ahead, brake before
reaching it. Try not to brake while on
the ice, and avoid any sudden steering
maneuvers.

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5-27

∙ Snow can trap dangerous exhaust

gases under your vehicle. Keep snow
clear of the exhaust pipe and from
around your vehicle.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Engine block heaters are used to assist
with cold temperature starting.

The engine block heater should be used
when the outside temperature is -7°C (20°F)
or lower.

WARNING

∙ Do not use your engine block heater

with an ungrounded electrical system
or a 2-pronged adapter. You can be
seriously

injured

electrical

shock if you use an ungrounded
connection.

∙ Disconnect and properly store the en-

gine block heater cord before starting
the engine. Damage to the cord could
result in an electrical shock and can
cause serious injury.

∙ Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged

extension cord rated for at least 10 A.
Plug the extension cord into a Ground
Fault

Interrupt

(GFI)

protected,

grounded 110-VAC outlet. Failure to
use the proper extension cord or a
grounded outlet can result in a fire or
electrical shock and cause serious
personal injury.

To use the engine block heater:

1. Turn the engine off.

2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine

block heater cord.

3. Plug the engine block heater cord into

a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged exten-
sion cord.

4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground

Fault

Interrupt

(GFI)

protected,

grounded 110-volt AC (VAC) outlet.

5. The engine block heater must be

plugged in for at least 2 - 4 hours, de-
pending on outside temperatures, to
properly warm the engine coolant. Use
an appropriate timer to turn the engine
block heater on.

6. Before starting the engine, unplug and

properly store the cord to keep it away
from moving parts.

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6 In case of emergency

Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Changing a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
Push starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

If your vehicle overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Towing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under emer-
gency conditions. All turn signal lights flash.

WARNING

∙ If stopping for an emergency, be sure

to move the vehicle well off the road.

∙ Do not use the hazard warning flash-

ers while moving on the highway un-
less unusual circumstances force you
to drive so slowly that your vehicle
might become a hazard to other
traffic.

∙ Turn signals do not work when the

hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flashers will operate with the ignition
switch placed in any position.

Some jurisdictions may prohibit the use
of the hazard warning flasher switch
while driving.

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions
below:

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and

away from traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Park on a level surface and apply the

parking brake. Shift the automatic
transmission (if so equipped) to P (Park)
or the manual transmission (if so
equipped) to R (Reverse).

4. Turn off the engine.

5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic

and to signal professional road assis-
tance personnel that you need assis-
tance.

6. Have all passengers get out of the ve-

hicle and stand in a safe place, away
from traffic and clear of the vehicle.

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FLAT TIRE

6-2

In case of emergency

WARNING

∙ Make sure the parking brake is se-

curely applied and the automatic
transmission

(if

equipped)

shifted to P (Park) or the manual
transmission

(if

equipped)

shifted to R (Reverse).

∙ Never change tires when the vehicle is

on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is
hazardous.

∙ Never change tires if oncoming traffic

is close to your vehicle. Wait for pro-
fessional road assistance.

Blocks

Flat tire

Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks at both the front and
back of the wheel diagonally opposite the
flat tire to prevent the vehicle from moving
when it is jacked up.

WARNING

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury.

Getting the spare tire and tools

1. Open the rear hatch and lift the floor-

board.

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2. Remove the jacking tools from the

storage location.

3. Loosen the bolt

䊊

counterclockwise

to lower the spare.

4. Stop turning the bolt when the spare is

lowered to the point where the tire
basket

䊊

can be removed from the

hook

䊊

5. Remove the wheel basket by pushing

the basket upward.

6. Lower the tire basket to the ground

and take out the spare.

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In case of emergency

Removing wheel cover (if so
equipped)

To remove the wheel cover, use the jacking
rod

䊊

Apply cloth

䊊

between the wheel and

jacking rod to prevent damaging the wheel
and wheel cover.

CAUTION

Do not use your hands to pry off wheel
caps or wheel covers. Doing so could
result in personal injury.

Use caution not to scratch the wheel cover
or wheel surface.

Jacking up vehicle and removing
the damaged tire

WARNING

∙ Never get under the vehicle while it is

supported only by the jack. If it is nec-
essary to work under the vehicle, sup-
port it with safety stands.

∙ Use only the jack provided with your

vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use
the jack provided with your vehicle on
other vehicles. The jack is designed
for lifting only your vehicle during a
tire change.

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6-5

∙ Use the correct jack-up points. Never

use any other part of the vehicle for
jack support.

∙ Never jack up the vehicle more than

necessary.

∙ Never use blocks on or under the jack.

∙ Do not start or run the engine while

vehicle is on the jack. It may cause the
vehicle to move. This is especially true
for

vehicles

with

limited

slip

differentials.

∙ Do not allow passengers to stay in the

vehicle while it is on the jack.

∙ Never run the engine with a wheel(s)

off the ground. It may cause the ve-
hicle to move.

Always refer to the proper illustrations for
the correct placement and jack-up points
for your specific vehicle model and jack
type.

Carefully read the caution label attached
to the jack body and the following in-
structions.

1. Loosen each wheel nut 1 or 2 turns by

turning

counterclockwise

with

the

wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the
wheel nuts until the tire is off the
ground.

2. Place the jack directly under the

jack-up point as illustrated so the top
of the jack contacts the vehicle at the
jack-up point. Align the jack head be-
tween the 2 notches in the front or the
rear. Also fit the groove of the jack head
between the notches.

The jack should be used on firm and
level ground.

3. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack

lever and rod with both hands. Carefully
raise the vehicle until the tire clears the
ground. Remove the wheel nuts, and
then remove the tire.

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Installing the spare tire

1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface

between the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the spare tire on and

tighten the wheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten

wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the
sequence illustrated (

䊊

) until

they are tight.

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire

touches the ground. Then, with the
wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel

nuts securely in the sequence illus-
trated (

䊊

). Lower the vehicle

completely.

WARNING

∙ Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly

tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident.

∙ Do not use oil or grease on the wheel

studs or nuts. This could cause the
nuts to become loose.

∙ Retighten the wheel nuts when the

vehicle has been driven for 1,000 km
(621 miles) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.).

As soon as possible, tighten the wheel
nuts to the specified torque with a
torque wrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

113 N·m (83 ft-lb)

The wheel nuts must be kept tightened
to specification at all times. It is recom-
mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
specification at each lubrication interval.

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pres-
sure.

COLD pressure: After the vehicle has
been parked for 3 hours or more or
driven less than 1.6 km (1 mile).

COLD tire pressures are shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label.

5. Securely store the flat tire and jacking

equipment in the vehicle.

WARNING

Always make sure that the spare tire
and jacking equipment are properly se-
cured after use. Such items can become
dangerous projectiles in an accident or
sudden stop.

The spare tire is designed for emer-
gency use. For additional information,
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.

Reinstalling the temporary spare
tire to its original position

After the flat tire is repaired, return the tem-
porary spare to its original position in the
tire basket under the rear of the vehicle.

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6-7

1. Open the rear hatch.

2. Remove the luggage floor.

3. Loosen bolt

䊊

counterclockwise ap-

proximately 20 turns using the wheel
nut wrench and wrench extension to
lower the tire basket.

4. Stop turning the bolt when the tire bas-

ket is lowered to a place where it can be
removed from the hook. Do not loosen
the bolt excessively, otherwise the
basket may fall suddenly.

5. Hold the tire basket and remove it from

the hook by pushing the basket

䊊

up-

ward and moving the hook

䊊

to re-

lease the basket.

6. Lower the tire basket slowly to the

ground and then put in the temporary
spare tire

䊊

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In case of emergency

7. Reinstall the tire basket by pushing up-

ward on the basket

䊊

and inserting the

hook

䊊

Please be sure that the hook is located as
shown in the image

䊊

. The hook must

engage from the inside of the basket.

8. Tighten the bolt

䊊

clockwise until the

bolt is tight using the wheel nut wrench
and wrench extension to move the tire
basket up to the holding position.

WARNING

∙ Always make sure that the spare tire,

tire basket and jacking equipment are
properly secured after use. Such
items can become dangerous projec-
tiles in an accident or sudden stop.

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6-9

∙ The spare tire is designed for emer-

gency use. For additional information
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Do-
it-yourself ” section of this manual.

∙ When reinstalling the spare tire bas-

ket under the vehicle after use, be
sure that the hook engages the bas-
ket from the inside. If the spare tire
basket hook is not engaged properly,
there is an increased risk of the spare
tire separating from the vehicle in a
crash and causing injury.

Stowing the damaged tire

Securely store the damaged tire in the
cargo area.

Securely store the jack and tools in the
storage area.

Return the spare tire basket back to its origi-
nal position in the reverse order of removal.
For additional information, refer to “Getting
the spare tire and tools” in this section.

NOTE:

The spare tire basket cannot be used to
store the conventional tire.

WARNING

∙ Always make sure that the spare tire

and jacking equipment are properly
secured after each use. Such items
can become dangerous projectiles in
an accident or sudden stop.

∙ Make sure that the spare tire basket is

properly secured in its original posi-
tion after removing the spare tire.

∙ The spare tire and small size spare tire

are designed for emergency use. For
additional

information,

refer

“Wheels and tires” in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.

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