Nissan Kicks (2018 year). Instruction

CAUTION

∙ The battery could run down if the seat

heater is operated while the engine is
not running.

∙ Do not use the seat heater for ex-

tended periods or when no one is us-
ing the seat.

∙ Do not put anything on the seat which

insulates heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise,
the seat may become overheated.

∙ Do not place anything hard or heavy

on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in dam-
age to the heater.

∙ Any liquid spilled on the heated seat

should be removed immediately with
a dry cloth.

∙ When cleaning the seat, never use

gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any
similar materials.

∙ If any malfunctions are found or the

heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

The front seats are warmed by built-in
heaters.

1. Place the ignition switch in the ON po-

sition.

2. Push the switch once for the high (2 in-

dicators illuminated) setting. Push the
switch again for the low (1 indicator illu-
minated) setting.

The heater is controlled by a thermo-
stat, automatically turning the heater
on and off. The indicator light(s) will re-
main on as long as the switch is on.

3. Push the switch again to turn it off (no

indicators illuminated).

4. When the seat is warmed or before you

leave the vehicle, be sure to push the
switch to turn it off.

When this switch is illuminated, the follow-
ing system is activated.

∙ Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

To turn the systems on, push the AEB
switch. The light will illuminate. To turn the
systems off, push the switch again. The
light will go off, and the Automatic Emer-
gency Braking (AEB) system warning light
will illuminate in the meter.

For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic Emergency Braking (AEB)” in the
“Starting

and

driving”

section

this

manual.

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AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
(AEB) SWITCH (if so equipped)

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The vehicle should be driven with the VDC
system on for most driving conditions.

If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the
VDC system reduces the engine output to
reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will
be reduced even if the accelerator is de-
pressed to the floor. If maximum engine
power is needed to free a stuck vehicle,
turn the VDC system off.

To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC
OFF switch. The

indicator and the Au-

tomatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system
warning light will come on.

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart
the engine to turn on the system. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Start-
ing and driving” section of this manual.

12V OUTLETS

The power outlet is for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones. It
is rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.

The front console power outlet is powered
only when the ignition switch is in the ON
position, or while the accessory power is
active.

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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH

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NOTE:

∙ When the ignition is in the OFF posi-

tion, the front console power outlet
stops delivering power one minute
after the door is opened and stays
open.

∙ If the door remains closed after the

ignition is placed in the OFF position,
the front console power outlet con-
tinues to deliver power until the ac-
cessory power timer has elapsed.

CAUTION

∙ The outlet and plug may be hot during

or immediately after use.

∙ Only certain power outlets are de-

signed for use with a cigarette lighter
unit. Do not use any other power out-
let for an accessory lighter. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for additional information.

∙ Do not use with accessories that ex-

ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw.

∙ Do not use double adapters or more

than one electrical accessory.

∙ Use power outlets with the engine

running to avoid discharging the ve-
hicle battery.

∙ Avoid using power outlets when the

air conditioner, headlights or rear win-
dow defroster is on.

∙ Before inserting or disconnecting a

plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned off.

∙ Push the plug in as far as it will go. If

good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may open.

∙ When not in use, be sure to close the

cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet.

The extended storage switch is used when
the vehicle is in transit from the factory. It is
located in the fuse panel

䊊

which is on the

driver’s side left kick panel, near the floor, on
the inside of the panel. If any electrical
equipment does not operate, ensure the
extended storage switch is pushed fully in
place, as shown.

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EXTENDED STORAGE SWITCH

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WARNING

To ensure proper operation of the pas-
senger’s NISSAN Advanced Air Bag Sys-
tem,

please

observe

the

following

items:

∙ Do not allow a passenger in the rear

seat to push or pull on the seatback
pocket or head restraint/headrest.

∙ Do not place heavy loads heavier than

9.1 lbs. (4 kg) on the seatback, head
restraint/headrest or in the seatback
pocket.

STORAGE TRAYS

WARNING

Do not place sharp objects in the trays
to help prevent injury in an accident or
sudden stop.

Storage compartment

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GLOVE BOX

Open the glove box by pulling the handle.

WARNING

Keep glove box lid closed while driving
to help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.

CUP HOLDERS

WARNING

∙ Avoid abrupt starting and braking

when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is hot, it can scald you or your
passenger.

∙ Use only soft cups in the cup holder.

Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.

Center console

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CAUTION

∙ Do not use bottle holder for any other

objects that could be thrown about in
the vehicle and possibly injure people
during sudden braking or an accident.

∙ Do not use bottle holder for open liq-

uid containers.

LUGGAGE HOOKS

The luggage hooks that are located on the
floor should have loads less than 110 lbs.
(490 N) to a single hook.

The luggage hooks can be used to secure
cargo with ropes or other types of straps.

Bottle holder — front

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Bottle holder — rear

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WARNING

∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or

straps to help prevent it from sliding
or shifting. Do not place cargo higher
than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.

∙ Use suitable ropes and hooks to se-

cure cargo.

∙ Never allow anyone to ride in the lug-

gage area. It is extremely dangerous
to ride in a cargo area inside of a ve-
hicle. 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.

∙ The child restraint top tether strap

may be damaged by contact with
items in the cargo area. Secure any
items in the cargo area. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the top tether strap is
damaged.

∙ Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a

seat and using a seat belt properly.

GROCERY HOOKS

The grocery hooks are located in the cargo
area and allow for standard size plastic
grocery bags to hang side by side.

CAUTION

Do not apply a total load of more than
6.6 lbs. (3 kg) to a single grocery hook.

CARGO COVER (if so equipped)

WARNING

∙ Never put anything on the cargo

cover, no matter how small. Any ob-
ject on it could cause an injury in an
accident or sudden stop.

∙ Do not put objects heavier than 44 lbs.

(20 kg) on the cargo cover for long
periods of time.

∙ Do not leave the cargo cover in the

vehicle with it disengaged from the
holder.

∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or

straps to help prevent it from sliding
or shifting. Do not place cargo higher
than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could
cause personal injury.

Left side shown (right similar)

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∙ Properly secure cargo and do not al-

low it to contact the top tether strap
when it is attached to the top tether
anchor. Cargo that is not properly se-
cured or cargo that contacts the top
tether strap may damage the top
tether strap during a collision. If the
cargo cover contacts the top tether
strap when it is attached to the top
tether anchor, remove the cargo cover
from the vehicle or secure it on the
cargo floor below its attachment lo-
cation. If the cargo cover is not re-
moved, it may damage the top tether
strap during a collision. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the child restraint top
tether strap is damaged.

The cargo cover keeps the luggage com-
partment contents hidden from the out-
side.

To remove the cargo cover:

䊊

Remove the straps from the rear
hatch.

䊊

Remove the cargo cover from the
holders on the rear pillar.

ROOF RACK (if so equipped)

Do not apply any load directly to the roof
side rails. Cross bars must be installed be-
fore applying load/cargo/luggage to the
roof of the vehicle. Genuine NISSAN acces-
sory cross bars are available through a
NISSAN dealer. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for additional informa-
tion.

The service load capacity for the roof side
rails is 165 lbs. (74 kg), however do not ex-
ceed the accessory cross bars load capac-
ity.

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Be careful that your vehicle does not ex-
ceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR front and rear). The GVWR and GAWR
are located on the F.M.V.S.S. or C.V.M.S.S. cer-
tification label (located on the driver’s door
pillar). For additional information regarding
GVWR and GAWR, refer to “Vehicle loading
information” in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” section of this manual.

WARNING

∙ Always install the cross bars onto the

roof side rails before loading cargo of
any kind. Loading cargo directly onto
the roof side rails or the vehicle’s roof
may cause vehicle damage.

∙ Drive extra carefully when the vehicle

is loaded at or near the cargo carrying
capacity, especially if the significant
portion of that load is carried on the
cross bars.

∙ Heavy loading of the cross bars has

the potential to affect the vehicle sta-
bility and handling during sudden or
unusual handling maneuvers.

∙ Roof rack cross bars should be evenly

distributed.

∙ Do not exceed maximum roof rack

cross bars load capacity.

∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or

straps to help prevent it from sliding
or shifting. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.

Installing Crossbars (if so
equipped)

WARNING

∙ It is recommended that you have the

roof rack crossbars installed by a
NISSAN dealer.

∙ Removal and re-installation of cross-

bars requires purchase of new M6
bolts (T99R1 5RL0A-S1) or the re-
application of thread-locking adhe-
sive such as LOCTITE® , 242® , or
equivalent.

∙ Do not attempt to adjust fasteners on

the underside of the end supports.
Fasteners are pre-adjusted to the
proper torque requirement by the
manufacturer.

∙ Protect the painted area on the ve-

hicle roof under the crossbars by plac-
ing a piece of cloth under the cross
bars to prevent scratch damage.

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1. Manually remove all 8 protective caps
from the roof rack rails. See Fig. 1.

NOTE:

Please stow these protective covers in
the glove box.

CAUTION

Covers should be re-installed if cross-
bar is removed.

2. Identify the FRONT (A) & REAR (B) cross-
bar assembly in the kit.

NOTE:

REAR Crossbar is shorter in length com-
pared to the FRONT Crossbar

3. Identify markings on bottom side of
crossbar end supports.

NOTE:

∙ FL is FRONT Crossbar Driver Side.

∙ FR is FRONT Crossbar Passenger Side

∙ RL is REAR Crossbar Driver Side.

∙ RR is REAR Crossbar Passenger Side.

When assembled, the Arrow on the bot-
tom side of the crossbar end support
always points towards the front of the
vehicle.

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4. Position FRONT crossbar onto left and
right roof rack rail; and adjust right support
in and out until it fits securely into position.

See Fig. 4.

5. Make sure that the FRONT crossbar is in
proper position with respect to the roof
rack rail attachment positions, and loosely
install all 4 bolts on FRONT crossbar using
the T–30 TORX® screwdriver provided.

See Fig. 5.

NOTE:

Start with driver side front bolt. Bolts
should not be fully tightened, only par-
tially tightened.

6. Tighten all 4 bolts to 8–9 N-m torque
using a T–30 TORX® torque wrench.

NOTE:

a. Start with driver side front bolt.

b. T–30 TORX® torque wrench is not pro-

vided with kit.

7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 for the REAR
crossbar installation.

8. After installation, gently wiggle the cross-
bars to check for any loose fit. If loose fit is
noticed, please uninstall and repeat the
steps 4 through 7.

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CAUTION

∙ Please locate max load label on cross-

bar end support.

∙ Do not load more that 100 lbs. (45kg).

∙ Be careful that your vehicle does not

exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing (GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR Front and Rear). The
GVWR and GAWR are located on the
Safety Compliance Certification Label.
For

more

information

regarding

GVWR and GAWR, refer to the “Techni-
cal and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.

∙ Always evenly distribute the luggage

and appropriate crossbar attachment
on the crossbar.

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING

∙ Make sure that all passengers have

their hands, etc., inside the vehicle
while it is in motion and before closing
the windows. Use the window lock
switch to prevent unexpected use of
the power windows.

∙ To help avoid risk of injury or death

through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, including
entrapment in windows or inadver-
tent door lock activation, do not leave
children, people who require the as-
sistance of others or pets unattended
in your vehicle. Additionally, the tem-
perature inside a closed vehicle on a
warm day can quickly become high
enough to cause a significant risk of
injury or death to people and pets.

The power windows operate when the ig-
nition switch is placed in the ON position or
for a period of time after the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position. If the driver’s
or passenger’s door is opened during this
period of time, the power to the windows is
canceled.

Window lock button

Power door lock switch

Front passenger side automatic
switch

Right rear passenger side switch

Left rear passenger side switch

Driver’s side automatic switch

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Driver’s side power window
switch

The driver’s side control panel is equipped
with switches to open or close all of the
windows.

To open a window, push the switch to the
detent and continue to hold down until the
desired window position is reached. To
close a window, pull the switch to the de-
tent and continue to hold up until the de-
sired window position is reached.

Front passenger’s power window
switch

The passenger’s window switch operates
only the corresponding passenger’s win-
dow. To open the window partially, push the
switch down

䊊

lightly until the desired

window position is reached. To close the
window partially, pull the switch up

䊊

until

the desired window position is reached.

Rear power window switch

The rear power window switches open or
close only the corresponding windows. To
open the window, push the switch and hold
it down

䊊

. To close the window, pull the

switch up

䊊

Locking passengers’ windows

When the window lock switch is depressed,
only the driver’s side window can be
opened or closed. Push it again to cancel
the window lock function.

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Automatic operation

To fully open a window equipped with au-
tomatic

operation,

press

the

window

switch down to the second detent and re-
lease it; it need not be held. The window
automatically opens all the way. To stop
the window, lift the switch up while the win-
dow is opening.

If so equipped, it may be possible to fully
close a window equipped with automatic
operation, pull the switch up to the second
detent and release it; it need not be held. To
stop the window, press the switch down
while the window is closing.

Auto-reverse function

The auto-reverse function can be acti-
vated when a window is closed by auto-
matic operation.

Depending on the environment or driv-
ing conditions, the auto-reverse func-
tion may be activated if an impact or
load similar to something being caught
in the window occurs.

WARNING

There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-
side the vehicle before closing the
window.

If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, re-
placed, or jump started, the power window
auto-reverse function may not operate
properly. Have the power window auto-
reverse system re-initialized. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.

If the control unit detects something
caught in a window equipped with auto-
matic operation as it is closing, the window
will be immediately lowered.

When power window switch does
not operate

If the power window automatic function
(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initial-
ize the power window system:

1. Place the ignition switch in the ON po-

sition.

2. Open the window more than halfway

by operating the power window switch.

3. Pull the power window switch and hold

it to close the window, and then hold
the switch more than 3 seconds after
the window is closed.

4. Release the power window switch. Op-

erate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete. The power window auto-
matically opens or closes depending
on if the automatic down or up func-
tion is selected.

5. Perform steps 2 through 4 above for

other windows.

If the power window function does not op-
erate properly after performing the above
procedure have the system checked and
repaired. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.

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The interior light has a three-position
switch and operates regardless of ignition
switch position.

When the switch is in the ON position

䊊

the interior lights illuminate, regardless of
door position. The lights will go off after a
period of time unless the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.

When the switch is in the

䊊

position, the

interior lights will stay on for a period of
time when:

∙ The doors are unlocked by the key or

the power door lock switch while all
doors are closed and the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position.

∙ The driver’s door is opened and then

closed while the key is removed from
the ignition switch.

∙ The key is removed from the ignition

switch while all doors are closed.

The light will turn off while the timer is acti-
vated when:

∙ The driver’s door is locked by the key, or

the power door lock switch.

∙ The ignition switch is placed in the ON

position.

When the switch is in the OFF position

䊊

the interior lights do not illuminate, regard-
less of door position.

The lights will turn off automatically after a
period of time while doors are open to pre-
vent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.

CAUTION

Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could re-
sult in a discharged battery.

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