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2021 NCV 1500/2500/3500
WARRANTY INFORMATION BOOKLET
FOR CANADIAN MODELS
Printing : September 2020
Publication No.: WB21EC 0F80C0
Printed in the U.S.A.AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO OWNERS
NISSAN’S SATISFACTION ADVANTAGE WARRANTY INFORMATION
The NISSAN Satisfaction Advantage brings real benefits to This booklet contains important information on the NISSAN
you as a NISSAN owner. We begin by offering a full line of New Vehicle Warranty applicable to your vehicle. The Service
quality products, from our flagship Maxima to the dependable & Maintenance Guide supplied with your NISSAN contains
Sentra, and a wide range of vehicles in between. In addition to valuable information on the proper maintenance required to
our No-Nonsense Warranty – one of the most comprehensive protect your vehicle and maintain warranty coverage.
full-line warranties in the business – we offer Roadside
Assistance across the full model line-up. Please take the time to become familiar with both publications
and keep them in your vehicle at all times.
Our standard 3-year Roadside Assistance program means
that help is just a phone call away, 24 hours a day, even if
the emergency is as simple as locking your keys in the car. Here is how to reach us:
Just a few examples of our comprehensive efforts to make 1-800-387-0122 - Customer Care Centre
sure you feel good about your choice.
1-800-267-5936 - Roadside Assistance
For more information:
Visit our website at: www.nissan.ca
This brochure is printed on recycled paper.
NISSAN encourages you to recycle it in turn; © 2020 Nissan Canada Inc. All rights reserved.
let’s work together to protect the environment. Nissan, the Nissan logo, and Nissan model names are Nissan trademarks.TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY INFORMATION Speed Limits and Speed Rated Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
2021 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY AT A GLANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Visual Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE NEW VEHICLE Repairing, Mounting and Demounting of Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Wheel Alignment and Balancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty Start Date and Applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Hard Braking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Maintenance and Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Tire Spinning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
NISSAN CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Tire Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Customer Arbitration Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Worn Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Tire Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Basic Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Power Train Warranty And What is Covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Trailer Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Tire Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Corrosion Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 High Pressure Temporary Spare Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Emission Control System Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Tire Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Emission Performance Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 CAR CARE & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Seat Belt Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 What Causes Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 How to Protect Your Vehicle from Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
LIMITATIONS TO YOUR NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . 12 ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP CHANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 NISSAN ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
New Vehicle Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 SUMMARY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Rust/Perforation and Surface Corrosion Warranties . . . . . . . . . . .14 DETAILS OF ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Extra Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Emergency Service Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Other Warranty Terms and Provincial Legislation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Personalized Auto Trip Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
GENUINE NISSAN ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Protection Services and Hazardous Weather Services. . . . . . . . . 34
Extra Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Legal Assistance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Other Warranty Terms and Provincial Legislation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Stolen Vehicle Services and Vandalism Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
LIMITED WARRANTY ON NISSAN REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Destruction by Fire Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Extra Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 DETAILS OF COVERED EXPENSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Other Warranty Terms and Provincial Legislation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 How To Obtain Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
PARTS AND ACCESSORY AVAILABILITY NETWORK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 ALTERNATE SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 HOW TO CLAIM NISSAN ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Tire Inflation and Checking Pressure When Tires Are Hot . . . . . . 20 SERVICES NOT COVERED BY NISSAN ROADSIDE SERVICES. . . . . . . . . . .42
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 General Terms and Conditions of NISSAN Roadside Service . . . .422021 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY AT A GLANCE
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
NISSAN CANADA INC., 5290 Orbitor Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5, warrants that any part or component of each
new NISSAN vehicle as supplied by NISSAN found to be defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired by
an authorized Nissan Commercial Vehicle Retailer for the warranty periods and on the conditions described herein.
The location and number of authorized Nissan Commercial Vehicle Retailers in Canada is limited. Not all authorized
Nissan Dealerships are authorized Nissan Commercial Vehicle Retailers. For a current listing of names and locations
of authorized Nissan Commercial Vehicle Retailers, please contact the NISSAN INFORMATION CENTER (toll free) at
1-800-387-0122.
2021 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
Description Coverage/Duration
Basic Coverage 5 years/160,000 kms
Powertrain 5 years/160,000 kms
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 5 years/100,000 kms
Corrosion Surface 5 years/160,000 kms
Corrosion Perforation 5 years/unlimited kms
Emission Control Basic 3 years/60,000 kms
Emission Performance 2 years/40,000 kms
Emission OBD Components (see note 1) 8 years/130,000 kms
Adjustment Period 1 years/20,000 kms
Battery Original Equipment Only 5 years/160,000 kms
Seat Belts 10 years/unlimited
A/C Refrigerant Charge 1 year only
Accessories Dealer Installed (see note 2) 5 years/160,000 kms
Parts Replacement 1 year/20,000 kms
20,000 40,000 60,000 80,000 100,000 130,000 160,000 Unlimited
Notes:
1) For specific components only.
2) For specific details refer to Genuine NISSAN Accessories.
2THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
WARRANTY START DATE AND APPLICABILITY this warranty applies to a relocated vehicle which is
Nissan Canada Inc., (NISSAN) is the warrantor of your returned to, and is registered and normally operated in
Nissan vehicle. The warranty period begins on the date Canada or Continental United States.
the vehicle is delivered to the original purchaser other You must take your NISSAN vehicle to a Nissan
than a Canadian NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer or Commercial Vehicle Retailer in Canada or the Continental
the date it is put into service, whichever is earlier. This U.S. during regular business hours in order to obtain
warranty applies to NISSAN vehicles originally sold by warranty service.
a NISSAN, authorized Nissan dealership in Canada and
registered in Canada and normally operated in Canada What NISSAN Will Do
or Continental United States of America, including Alaska
Repairs due to warrantable defects in parts or
and Hawaii (referred to as the Continental U.S.).
workmanship will be performed at no charge for parts/
This warranty is generally transferable “from the and or labour to the customer, except for Tires on which
original owner other than a Nissan dealer” (OWNER) to a prorated charge may apply. Nissan Canada Inc., will
subsequent owners of the vehicle at anytime ownership repair or at its option replace the failed component with
of the vehicle is transferred, without any action on your new or authorized remanufactured part(s).
part, except that this warranty is not transferable but is
instead void if during the first six months after delivery Notes: The written warranties are the only express
to the original Owner: (1) the ownership of the vehicle is warranties provided by Nissan and NISSAN does not
transferred from the original OWNER and (2) the vehicle is authorize any person to create or assume for it any other
registered outside of Canada. warranty obligation or liability in connection with this
vehicle. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fi tness
This warranty does not apply at the time of importation for a particular purpose shall be limited to the duration
if an otherwise covered vehicle is operated in, or of the warranty covering defects in vehicle components
relocated to, a country other than those listed above, other than perforation from corrosion.
except that it continues to apply if the vehicle is operated
in full compliance with its proper use as described in
the applicable Owners Manual while touring outside of
Canada or Continental United States for a period not
exceeding sixty (60) days in any one 12 month period.
Subject to the transferability restriction described above,
3THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT ’D)
What You Must Do Warranty Service for relocated
You are responsible for properly maintaining your Canadian Consumers*
vehicle, depending upon your driving conditions as Subject to the transferability provisions described on
outlined in the Service and Maintenance Guide and the previous page, in the event a vehicle is distributed
Section 7 Appearance and Care in the Owners Manual. by NISSAN Canada, Inc., to which this warranty applies
is relocated and registered in the Continental U.S. or
Design Change Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Saipan or
NISSAN reserves the right to make changes in design or American Samoa, the warranty coverage which applies is
specifications of any NISSAN vehicle or any part at any that of its new location.
time, without notice and without incurring any obligation
to make or install similar changes on vehicles and/or MAINTENANCE AND RECORDS
parts previously purchased. (OWNER’S OR LESSEE EXPENSE)
You are responsible for properly maintaining your
Warranty Service for Canadian Consumers vehicle, depending upon your driving conditions, as
while touring outside of Canada outlined in the Service and Maintenance Guide and in
While touring a foreign country with your vehicle and a Section 7 Appearance and Care in the Owners Manual.
problem occurs, the NISSAN distributor or dealer should
provide repairs under the warranty stipulated in this You are responsible for any parts and labour costs
warranty information booklet. incurred in connection with required or recommended
maintenance services.
Note: Complaints related to the failure to comply with Receipts covering the performance of regular as well
proper use of the vehicle as described in the applicable as the recommended maintenance must be kept in
Owner’s Manual (including lack of availability or use of the event questions arise concerning maintenance.
proper fuel and fluids), or the vehicle’s lack of compliance The receipts or a copy of them must be transferred to
with local regulations or environmental requirements subsequent owners.
of any country (other than Canada, U.S. or the listed U.S.
territories) are not covered by the warranty.
*In the event a vehicle described above is relocated other than to the continental us or the territories listed above, the warranty coverage will expire.
4NISSAN CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
If You Have Questions NISSAN CANADA INC.
Both NISSAN and your NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Customer Care Centre
Retailers are dedicated to serving all your motoring 5290 Orbitor Drive
needs. Complete satisfaction with your vehicle and your Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
NISSAN dealer are our primary concern. Your NISSAN For efficient handling of your concern, please provide the
Commercial Vehicle Retailer is always available to assist following information if phoning or writing us.
you with your automobile service requirements.
• Your name, address and telephone number (and
If, however, a problem arises that you feel has not been name the vehicle is registered to if different than
handled satisfac torily through normal channels, may we yours)
suggest you take the following steps:
• Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits long)
STEP 1. (AT THE DEALERSHIP) Request a review of your • Date of purchase and where purchased from
concerns with the appropriate Department Manager. • Current odometer reading
We suggest it is best to request an appointment for • The nature of your concern
this review, so that your concerns receive full attention.
• Name of NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer you
In some cases, it is helpful to send the Department
are currently dealing with, where Step 1 review took
Manager, the General Manager, or the Dealer Principal
place
Owner a letter outlining your concerns and requesting a
reply. The Department Manager, the General Manager or • The name of the Department Manager, General
Dealer Principal Owner is able to involve a representative Manager, or Dealer Principal Owner who reviewed
of NISSAN if he/she feels it is necessary. your concern, and outcome of that review.
STEP 2. If you feel your concern was not fully addressed
or you did not understand the explanations given for
your questions, phone the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE
CENTRE (toll free) at 1-800-387-0122, Fax to
905-629-6553 or write:
5NISSAN CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (CONT ’D)
CUSTOMER ARBITRATION PLAN
NISSAN Canada Inc. endeavours to resolve all customer
vehicle concerns through our dealer network or directly
where necessary, using the 2-Step Customer Assistance
procedure found on page 5 of this booklet. Occasionally,
a customer complaint cannot be resolved despite our
best efforts.
In these instances, after following the 2-step procedure
above, you may wish to consider contacting the
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
CAMVAP is an independent organization that assists
customers in resolving disputes with the manufacturer
regarding defects in your vehicle’s assembly or materials,
or the manner in which the manufacturer is applying or
administering its new vehicle warranty.
For more information on CAMVAP and to obtain a copy
of the CAMVAP consumer guide entitled “Your Guide to
CAMVAP”, please call 1-800-207-0685 or visit CAMVAP’s
website (www.camvap.ca).
6NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
BASIC WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED
This warranty covers any repairs needed to correct Engine
defects in materials or workmanship of all parts and Cylinder heads and block and all internal parts, rocker
components of each new Nissan vehicle supplied covers oil pan, valve train and front cover, timing chain
by Nissan subject to the exclusions listed under the and tensioner, oil pump, water pump, and fuel pump, fuel
headings "LIMITATATIONS" and “WHAT IS NOT COVERED” injectors, intake and exhaust manifolds, supercharger,
or, if the part is covered by one of the separate coverages flywheel, seals and gaskets.
described in the following sections of this warranty, that
specific coverage applies instead of the basic coverage. Transmission and Trans-axle
Case and all internal parts, torque converter and
POWER TRAIN WARRANTY converter housing, automatic transmission control
The duration of POWER TRAIN Warranty is 60 months module, transfer case and all internal parts, seals
or 160,000 kilometres (whichever comes first). This and gaskets, clutch cover and housing and electronic
warranty covers any repairs needed to correct defects in transmission controls.
materials or workmanship.
Powertrain coverage applies to the components listed
below, supplied by Nissan, except for exclusions or items
Drivetrain
Driveshafts, final drive housing and all internal parts,
elsewhere under the caption “Limitations” and “What is
propeller shafts, universal joints, bearings, seals and
Not Covered”.
gaskets.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
The duration of SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) Warranty is 60 months or 160,000 kilometres
(whichever comes first). This warranty covers any repairs
needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
7NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT’D)
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) coverage applies to EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
the components listed below, supplied by NISSAN, except The emission control system components are covered
for those items listed elsewhere under the caption for 3 years or 60,000 kilometres, (whichever comes first).
“Limitations” and “What is Not Covered”. All OBD II components listed with an(*) are covered for 8
Restraint system: Air bags and related electronic control years or 130,000 kilometres, whichever comes first.
systems. NISSAN warrants that the emission control system
on your vehicle was designed and manufactured to
CORROSION WARRANTY conform at the time of manufacture with all applicable
federal emission standards. This warranty covers any
Surface Corrosion repairs needed to correct the defects in materials or
Surface corrosion of any body sheet metal is covered workmanship. Primary components covered, but not all,
by the 60 months/160,000 kilometres Basic Warranty, are listed on the next page under the Emission Control
except for those items listed elsewhere under the System “Warranty Parts List”.
caption “Limitations” and “What is Not Covered”. Surface
corrosion means corrosion affecting any readily visible Emission Control coverage applies to the components
surface area of any component of the vehicle body, but listed supplied by NISSAN, except for those items listed
not including the vehicle underbody. elsewhere under the caption “Limitations” and What is
Not Covered”.
Perforation from Corrosion These emission warranties do not cover incidental or
Original equipment vehicle body sheet metal consequential damages such as loss of the use of the
components are warranted to be free of “Perforation vehicle, inconvenience or commercial loss.
from Corrosion”, defined as rust through, from the
inner surface to the outer surface, resulting in a hole. What is not Covered under the Emissions
The duration of this warranty is 60 months from the Defects or Performance Warranties
warranty start date*. • Normal maintenance, service and parts replacement
as outlined in the emissions control maintenance
instructions of your Owner’s Manual and your Nissan
Service & Maintenance Guide.
* See page 3 “Warranty Start Date and Applicability”. Except for those items listed elsewhere under the caption “Limitations” and “What is Not Covered”.
8NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT’D)
Failures directly as a result of: • Intake manifold
• Failure to perform required emission control * Catalytic Converter
maintenance as outlined in your Owner’s Manual • Exhaust Manifold
and your Nissan Service & Maintenance Guide. • Exhaust tube from manifold to Catalytic Converter
• Misuse, accident or modification. * Front exhaust tube with catalytic converter
• Improper adjustment or installation of parts during permanently attached
the performance of maintenance services. • Crankshaft position sensor(s)
• Tampering with or disconnecting any part affecting • Camshaft position sensor(s)
vehicle emissions. • Spark plugs, ignition coil(s) and wires
• Use of contaminated fuel or fuel other than that • Evaporative emission control system
specified in your Owner’s Manual. • Fuel filler neck restrictor and check valve
• In the case of Performance Warranty, the use of • Fuel tank and filler cap
any part not certified in accordance with Federal • Positive crankcase ventilation system
requirements which is defective or not equivalent • Idle air control system
from an emissions standpoint to the original part(s). • Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) control system
• In the case of the Performance Warranty, costs of • Hoses, clamps, fittings tubing sealing gaskets or
determining the cause of a vehicle failing an EPA devises and mounting hardware used in above
approved emissions test, if such failure is found not systems
to be covered. • Vacuum and temperature sensitive valves and
• In the case of the Defects Warranty, parts not switches used in above systems
supplied by Nissan or damage to other parts caused • Electronic sensors and controls used in above
directly by non-Nissan parts. systems
• Ignition Control Module
Emission Control System Warranty Parts List
• Pulsed secondary air injection system and valves
• Fuel Injection system
* Engine control module/onboard diagnostic device
• Oxygen sensor(s)
• Mass air flow sensor
*Also covered by OBD II Emission Warranty
9NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT ’D)
EMISSION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY Other Warranty Terms
When Does this Warranty Apply RECOMMENDATION FOR MAINTENANCE SERVICE AND
The Emission Performance Warranty applies to your 2021 REPLACEMENT PARTS.
NISSAN vehicle ONLY if both of the following occur: To assure best results and to maintain the original
1) The vehicle fails to meet applicable emissions quality built into the emission control system, it is
standards as judged by a provincially approved test recommended that only genuine NISSAN parts be used
centre. when servicing or repairing the system.
2) This failure results or will result in some penalty to The use of replacement parts which are inferior to
you, such as a monetary fine or denial of the right to genuine NISSAN parts may reduce the effectiveness of
use your vehicle under local or provincial law. the emission control system.
For example, if your province requires a yearly emissions
Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission
test prior to vehicle license renewal, this warranty applies
control devices and system may be performed by any
to your vehicle. In areas where there is no approved
automotive repair establishment or individual using any
emissions test program, this warranty does not apply.
automotive part which has been certified in accordance
with federal requirements.
What Is Covered And For How Long Under The
Performance Warranty However, warranty service must be performed by an
NISSAN warrants that it will remedy any non-conformity authorized NISSAN dealer.
in your vehicle which causes it to fail an approved The emission standards may be satisfied by having
emissions test for 24 months or 40,000 kms, whichever the vehicle inspected periodically and by following the
comes first. This warranty begins on the date the vehicle requirements outlined in the Emission Control System
is delivered to the first retail buyer or the date it is first Maintenance Schedule in your Owner’s Manual.
put into service, whichever is earlier.
10NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT ’D)
SEAT BELT WARRANTY
What is Covered and for How Long?
This warranty covers any seat belt or related component
supplied on NISSAN vehicles that fails to function
properly during normal use with ten (10) years of the
date the vehicle is delivered to the first retail buyer or
buyer or placed in to service (whichever is earlier). Seat
Belt coverage applies to the components, supplied by
Nissan. Except for those items listed elsewhere under the
caption “Limitations” and “What is Not Covered”. Warranty
repairs are free of charge for parts and labour.
What is Not Covered
• Damage due to misuse, alteration, accident or
collision damage. (Proper use is outlined in the
Owner’s Manual)
• Colour fading, spotting or other cosmetic
imperfections of the belt are not covered when the
belt is otherwise functioning properly
• Air bags and related electronic control systems
are covered for the duration of the Supplemental
Restraint Coverage ONLY.
TOWING
If your vehicle becomes inoperative due to a part
failure under warranty, towing service is covered, when
necessary, to the nearest NISSAN Commercial Vehicle
Retailer.
11LIMITATIONS TO YOUR NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITATIONS Original Equipment Battery Coverage
The Warranty period is 60 months or 160,000 kilometres
Adjustments (whichever comes first).
During the first 12 months or 20,000 kms (whichever
comes first) of the Basic Warranty, all required service A defective original equipment battery which is
adjustments that are refinements in original factory fit, unserviceable within the first 60 month or 160,000
alignment or performance, as required in normal use, will kilometres (whichever comes first) will be replaced free of
be performed by a NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer charge.
at no charge. After this period they are considered to
be maintenance services. The term “adjustments” as Nissan Spray-IN Bedliners
used in this warranty refers to labour-intensive repairs Nissan spray-in bed liners will be repaired to
which are not usually associated with the replacement commercially acceptable standards which may include
of parts, such as but not limited to: front end alignment, minor appearance differences from the original bedliner.
wheel balancing, headlight aiming, body panel/door/
hood adjustments, drive belt adjustments, wind noise, Air Conditioner Refrigerant
lubrication of locks and hinges and tightening of clamps Genuine NISSAN factory or dealer installed air
and hardware. conditioners are warranted for the Basic Coverage
period of 60 months or 160,000 kilometres. (whichever
Floor Mats comes first). However, air conditioner refrigerant is
All floor mats are covered for 1 year/20,000 kilometres only covered for 12 months, unless done as a part of a
only (whichever comes first). warranty repair.
Exterior and Soft Trim Components Tire Limited Warranty
The exterior hard and soft trim components (such as, Original equipment tires are covered by the tire
but not limited to: mouldings, grilles, emblems, striping, manufacturer’s warranty.
bright metal, alloy/chrome wheels and soft trim parts)
that are subject to deterioration as a result of corrosion Contact your NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer for
or environmental conditions are covered for a period of details and or Warranty Service assistance.
12 months or 20,000 kilometres (whichever comes first).
12LIMITATIONS TO YOUR NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT ’D)
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage to paint, glass, and other exterior items due
to road hazards.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Glass breakage, unless resulting from defects in
• Any repairs required due to a lack of required material or workmanship.
maintenance as per the Maintenance Schedules in
• Failures resulting from the use of non-approved or
the Service and Maintenance Guide.
contaminated fuel, fluids or lubricants.
• Maintenance Service Expense.
• Use of parts not equivalent in quality or design to
• Any repairs required as a result of racing or other NISSAN supplied parts.
similar activity, fire, driving through water (including
• Use of vehicle in races, rallies or other competitive
engine water ingestion), or misuse.
events.
• Alteration, Tampering or improper repair.
• Handling and operation of the vehicle contrary to
• Improper installation of any Nissan approved or the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.
aftermarket accessory or component.
• Overloading of the vehicle exceeding Gross Vehicle
• Normal wear and Tear, including dings, dents, chips Weight (GVW) limits.
or scratches.
• Failures/damage as a result of exceeding the towing
• Any repairs required as a result of modifications to capacity of the vehicle.
the vehicle to accept non Nissan approved parts
• Chemical fallout, tree sap, salt, sand, hail or other
or accessories.
environmental conditions, such as acid rain.
• Any repairs required as a result of any modification
• The following items are covered under warranty if
made to the emission control system including if it
replacement is required due to a warrantable defect.
has been rendered inoperative.
They are not covered if replacement is required due
• Any repairs to a vehicle in which the odometer has to wear and tear or as part of regular
been altered, tampered with, or changed so that the required maintenance:
vehicle kilometrage cannot be readily ascertained.
• Brake pads/shoes • Brake rotors/drums
• Deterioration due to wear or exposure.
• Vehicles that have been declared a total loss • Clutch components • Wiper blade inserts
or deemed to be written off or sold for salvage • Ignition caps/rotor/wires • Spark plugs
purposes due to theft or accidents.
13LIMITATIONS TO YOUR NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT’D)
• All belts • All lubricants and EXTRA EXPENSES
fluids This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential
• All filters • Replacement of Key damages such as:
Fob batteries • Loss of use of vehicle.
However, the above mentioned items are covered • Replacement/rental car/loaner.
ONLY if they are rendered unusable due to a failure of a
covered component. • Inconvenience/loss of wages.
• Commercial loss.
RUST/PERFORATION AND SURFACE
OTHER WARRANTY TERMS AND
CORROSION WARRANTIES
PROVINCIAL LEGISLATION
DOES NOT COVER: Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
• Surface corrosion on interior components such as particular purpose shall be limited to the duration of the
but not limited to under dash components, seat warranty covering defects in vehicle components other
frames, etc. than perforation from corrosion.
• Body panel rust caused by lack of maintenance,
You may have other rights arising from provincial
abuse, or accident.
legislation, which will vary from province to province.
• Rust where paint has been damaged by stone Such applicable provincial legislation may not allow
chipping or debris from the road. limitations on the length of an implied warranty or
• Rust caused by environmental fallout, or, hail, tree the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages.
sap, salt or submersion in water, sand or mud. Therefore, some of the above limitations or exclusions
• Exhaust system components. may not apply to you.
• Corrosion of outer trim parts, such as mouldings.
However, corrosion of outer trim parts are warranted
for 12 months/20,000 kilometers (whichever occurs
first). Special bodies or equipment not manufactured
or supplied by Nissan.
14GENUINE NISSAN ACCESSORIES
THE WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS ARE DEPENDENT UPON The customer will be charged for labour if the proof of
THE USE OF GENUINE NISSAN-APPROVED ACCESSORIES purchase indicates that the item was installed by other
ONLY. than a NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer.
What is Covered and for How Long Limitations:
The warranty duration for genuine Nissan accessories This warranty does not cover:
installed at a Nissan dealer at time of vehicle delivery is
5 years or 160,000 kms (whichever comes first). Genuine 1. Tires are covered by separate warranties.
Nissan accessories that are installed at a date later 2. Normal maintenance service and parts replacement
than time of vehicle delivery are warranted for 1 year or as outlined in the Service and Maintenance Booklet,
20,000 kms (whichever comes first) or, the duration of and the Appearance and Care, in section 7 of your
basic warranty, whichever is greater. Owner’s Manual or the Care Guide supplied with the
accessory.
What You Must Do 3. Damage or failures resulting from:
In order to obtain warranty service you must deliver • Misuse (your Owner’s Manual is your guide to proper
the warranted accessory, or the vehicle on which the use).
accessory is installed, to an authorized NISSAN Dealer in • Accident.
Canada at your expense, along with your repair order or • Chemical fallout, tree sap, salt, sand, hail or other
purchase receipt showing the purchase date, odometer environmental conditions, such as acid rain.
reading and vehicle identification number. • Modification or improper repair.
The names and addresses of NISSAN Commercial Vehicle • Use of non-NISSAN-approved accessories.
Retailers are listed in telephone directories. • Accessories used for competition purposes, i.e.,
racing or rallying.
What NISSAN Will Do • Lack of performance of required maintenance
Accessories covered by this warranty which are found services as outlined in the Service and Maintenance
to be defective will be replaced free of charge if the Guide, and the Appearance and Care in section 7 of
customer’s proof of purchase indicates that the item was your Owner’s Manual or the Care Guide supplied with
initially installed by a NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer. the accessory.
15GENUINE NISSAN ACCESSORIES (CONT’D)
• Use of non-approved or dirty fuel, fluids or OTHER WARRANTY TERMS AND
lubricants. PROVINCIAL LEGISLATION
• Nissan Motorsports and NISMO R-tune parts,
including NISMO Legacy parts are sold “AS IS” Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
without warranties, express or implied unless particular purpose shall be limited to the duration of the
expressly prohibited from doing so by applicable law, warranty covering defects in vehicle components other
in which case the warranty provided is the minimum than perforation from corrosion.
required by law. You may have other rights arising out of provincial
Your NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer is the only legislation, which will vary from province to province.
place to buy genuine NISSAN Accessories for your Such applicable provincial legislation may not allow
vehicle. A wide range of items are available, including limitations on the length of an implied warranty or
rear spoilers, alloy wheels, audio systems, floor mats, the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages.
roof racks, winter wiper blades and much more. Therefore, some of the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you.
Ask your dealer for a copy of the new NISSAN
Accessories Brochure.
EXTRA EXPENSES
This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential
damages such as:
• Loss of use of vehicle
• Replacement/Rental Car/Loaner
• Inconvenience/Loss of Wages
• Commercial Loss
16LIMITED WARRANTY ON NISSAN REPLACEMENT PARTS
THE WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS ARE DEPENDENT UPON What NISSAN Will Do
THE USE OF GENUINE NISSAN REPLACEMENT PARTS AND/ Parts covered by this warranty which are found to be
OR NISSAN APPROVED REPLACEMENT PARTS. defective, will be replaced free of charge if the customer’s
proof of purchase indicates that the item was initially
What is Covered and for How Long installed by a NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer.
NISSAN warrants all replacement parts supplied by
NISSAN for use on NISSAN vehicles, except those listed The customer will be charged for labour if the proof of
below under “Limitations”. purchase indicates that the item was installed by other
than a NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer.
Genuine Nissan Replacement Parts that are either
purchased by the customer or are replaced under the Limitations
terms of the applicable factory warranty receive a This warranty does not cover:
warranty of 1 year or 20,000 kilometers (from the date
of installation) or the duration of the applicable factory 1. Tires are covered by separate warranties.
warranty, whichever is greater. 2. Normal maintenance service and parts replacement
as outlined in the Service and Maintenance Guide, and
What You Must Do in section 7, Appearance and Care, in your Owner’s
In order to obtain warranty service you must deliver Manual.
the warranted part or the vehicle on which the part is 3. Damage or failures resulting from:
installed, to a NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailer at • Misuse (your Owner’s Manual is your guide to proper
your expense with your repair order or purchase receipt, use).
showing the purchase date, odometer reading and • Accident.
vehicle identification number. The names and addresses • Chemical fallout, tree sap, salt, sand, hail or other
of NISSAN Commercial Vehicle Retailers are listed in environmental conditions, such as acid rain.
telephone directories.
• Parts used for competition purposes, i.e., racing or
rallying.
• Lack of performance of required maintenance
services as outlined in your Owner’s Manual.
17LIMITED WARRANTY ON NISSAN REPLACEMENT PARTS (CONT ’D)
4. The use of replacement parts which are inferior to OTHER WARRANTY TERMS AND
genuine NISSAN parts may reduce the operational PROVINCIAL LEGISLATION
effectiveness and performance of your NISSAN.
Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
5. Use of non-approved or dirty fuel, fluids or lubricants. particular purpose shall be limited to the duration of the
6. Nissan Motorsports and NISMO R-tune parts, warranty covering defects in vehicle components other
including NISMO Legacy parts are sold “AS IS” without than perforation from corrosion.
warranties, express or implied unless expressly
prohibited from doing so by applicable law, in which You may have other rights arising from provincial
case the warranty provided is the minimum required legislation, which will vary from province to province.
by law. Such applicable provincial legislation may not allow
limitations on the length of an implied warranty or
EXTRA EXPENSES the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages.
This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential Therefore, some of the above limitations or exclusions
damages such as: may not apply to you.
• Loss of use of vehicle
• Replacement/rental car/loaner
• Inconvenience/loss of wages
• Commercial loss
18PARTS & ACCESSORY AVAILABILITY NETWORK
The Parts Department of your NISSAN Commercial support to integrate your local NISSAN Commercial
Vehicle Retailer maintains a comprehensive inventory of Vehicle Retailer’s computer system with other NISSAN
genuine NISSAN new and remanufactured replacement Commercial Vehicle Retailers and NISSAN Canada Inc.
parts and accessories. These high quality parts have
been specifically designed and manufactured for your The purpose of this comprehensive, sophisticated
NISSAN vehicle. They are covered by NISSAN’s extensive distribution network is to provide you with the parts and
warranty, which is one of the best in the industry. accessories you need on a timely basis. Ready availability
of parts and accessories and your satisfaction with our
To ensure that your parts and accessories requirements service is something that we at NISSAN are committed
are met, the NISSAN dealer organization uses modern to.
computerized inventory control systems. In the event a
critical part is required but is not stocked by your local
dealership, NISSAN Canada’s fast response ordering
system will ensure the quickest possible shipment of
parts to your dealer.
Our three Canadian Parts Distribution Centres carry
an extensive inventory of the parts and accessories
needed to support the Total Ownership Experience
to our customers. An industry-leading service level
makes sure that parts and accessories are available
on a timely basis. Our employees at the distribution
centres are dedicated to making sure that the right
parts are shipped to NISSAN Commercial Vehicle
Retailer, in the most expeditious manner using premium
transportation services. State-of-the-art computer and
satellite communications systems provide the necessary
19TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail due CHECKING PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE HOT
to improper maintenance or service factors. This could If you must add air when your tires are hot, add 28kPa
create a risk of property damage and serious or fatal or (4psi), above the recommended cold air pressure.
injury. Disregarding any of the safety precautions and Recheck the inflation pressure when the tire is cold.
instructions contained in this manual may result in tire
failure or explosion causing serious personal injury or For Example Only:
death. For your safety, comply with the following: Gauge reading of hot tire: 227 kPa or (32psi)
If recommended pressure is: 213 kPa or (30psi)
TIRE INFLATION Desired gauge reading of hot tire: 213 +28 =241 kPa or
Keep tires inflated to the pressures recommended on the (30 + 4psi = 34psi)
tire data placard. (See your OWNER’S MANUAL for Check cold pressures as soon as possible, at least by the
location.) These inflation pressures must be maintained next day. Never “bleed” air from hot tires as your tire will
as a minimum. However, do not exceed the maximum be underinflated. Use an accurate tire gauge to check
pressure rating indicated on the tire sidewall. pressures. Never allow children to inflate tires.
CHECK INFLATION PRESSURES ON ALL YOUR TIRES, DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE
INCLUDING THE SPARE, WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AT LEAST CORRECT INFLATION PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS.
ONCE A MONTH BEFORE DRIVING
For replacement tires, the correct inflation pressure will
Failure to maintain correct inflation may result in be provided by your tire dealer, if not, refer to the vehicle
improper vehicle handling and may cause rapid and tire data placard.
irregular tire wear, sudden tire destruction, loss of vehicle
control and serious personal injury. Therefore, inflation Under-inflation produces extreme flexing of the sidewalls
pressures should be checked at least once a month and and builds up heat which may result in sudden tire
always prior to long distance trips. destruction and serious personal injury.
Pressures should be checked when tires are cold. The Over-inflation can cause the tire to be more susceptible
tires are cold when your vehicle has been driven less to impact damage.
than a mile at moderate speed after being stopped for
three or more hours.
20TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
LOAD LIMITS the tire to build up excessive heat which can cause tire
DO NOT OVERLOAD. DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE damage that could result in sudden tire destruction and
IS DANGEROUS. Never load your tires beyond the load rapid air loss.
carrying limits molded into the sidewall of the tires or
the maximum vehicle load limit as shown on the vehicle Failure to control a vehicle with sudden air loss can
tire data placard, whichever is less. Overloading causes lead to an accident. In any case, you should not exceed
heat to build up which can lead to sudden tire failure and reasonable speeds as indicated by the legal limits and
serious personal injury. driving conditions.
SPEED LIMITS AND SPEED RATED TIRES SPEED SYMBOLS - are shown on the sidewall of some
tires. The following table shows the maximum speed
HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS. Never
corresponding to the symbol.
operate your vehicle in excess of lawful speeds or the
maximum speeds justified by the driving conditions.
Excessive speeds or racing can cause heat buildup in a SPEED RATINGS
tire leading to possible failure and serious personal injury. †Speed Speed Maximum
Correct inflation pressure is especially important. Rating mph km/Hr
However, at high speeds, even with the correct inflation
M 81 130
pressure, a road hazard, for example, is more difficult to
avoid and if contact is made, there is a greater chance of N 87 140
causing tire damage than at the lower speed. Moreover, P 93 150
driving at high speed reduces the reaction time available Q 99 160
to avoid accidents and bring your vehicle to a safe stop. R 106 170
If you see any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with S 112 180
your spare tire and see your tire dealer at once. T 118 190
Tire speed ratings do not imply that a vehicle can be H 130 210
safely driven at the maximum speed for which the tire W 168 270
is rated. In addition, some damage or improper repairs Y 186 300
may cause a speed-rated tire to lose its speed rating. V* 149 240
Exceeding the tire’s maximum speed rating will cause Z** 149 240
21TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
*Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a speed capacity IMPORTANT: In order to maintain the speed capability of
of greater than 240 km/Hr (149 mph). Consult your tire the vehicle, replacement tires must have speed ratings
manufacturer for maximum speed ratings if your vehicle equal to or higher than those fi tted as original equipment
capability exceeds this speed. (as indicated on the vehicle placard or owners manual).
If tires with lower speed ratings are fitted, the speed
**Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed for use on cars with capability of the vehicle will be lowered to the maximum
maximum speed capabilities in excess of 240 km/Hr speed capability of the replacement tire as indicated on
(149 mph). Consult your tire manufacturer for maximum the above table.
speed capabilities.
Remember, high speed driving can be dangerous and
†Although a tire may be speed rated, we do not endorse may be damaging to your tires. And, when driving at
the operation of any vehicle in an unsafe or unlawful highway speeds, correct inflation pressure is especially
manner. Speed ratings are based on laboratory tests important.
which relate to performance on the road, but are not
applicable if tires are under-inflated, overloaded, worn Contact the manufacturer of your tires for their position
out, damaged, altered, improperly repaired, or re- and assistance on the repair of speed-rated tires. When
treaded. Furthermore, tire speed ratings do not imply you are replacing tires that have a speed rating, you
that vehicles can be safely driven at the maximum speed must replace with tires of the same or higher speed
for which the tire is rated, particularly under adverse rating if the speed capability of the vehicle is to be
road and weather conditions or if the vehicle has unusual maintained.
characteristics. Most highway passenger tires that do
not have a speed symbol in the sidewall have a maximum VISUAL INSPECTION
speed rating of 170 km/h (105 mph). Light truck highway INSPECT YOUR TIRES. DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED
tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewall of TIRE OR WHEEL. Check your tires frequently for scrapes,
the tire have a maximum speed of 140 km/h (87 mph). bulges, separations, cuts, snags, cracks, penetrations or
Some light truck tires may have higher maximum speeds; excessive localized wear from hard braking. Also check
consult your tire dealer. The speed and other ratings of for abnormal tire wear, particularly on the edges of the
re-treaded tires are assigned by the retreader and voids tire tread which may be caused by misalignment or
the original manufacturer’s ratings. under-inflation. Impacts can damage the inner portion
of the tire without being visible on the outside. If damage
22TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
can be seen on the tires or wheels, or if you suspect that HAZARDS: Objects in the road that threaten a tire should
possible impact damage may have occurred, replace be safely avoided. These objects are potholes, glass,
with spare at once and have your tire store or dealer metal, rocks, wood debris and the like. Unavoidable
inspect your tires immediately. Use of a damaged tire contact should prompt a thorough tire inspection.
could result in tire destruction. When inspecting your
tires, including the spare, check your air pressures. If You may not always recall hitting an object that can
your pressure check indicates that one of your tires has damage or injure your tires. If while driving your vehicle
lost pressure of two pounds or more, look for signs of experiences any unusual vibrations, ride disturbance
penetrations, valve leakage, or wheel damage that may or noise and/or you suspect that possible damage to
account for the air loss. the tires or vehicle has occurred, DO NOT JAM OR LOCK
YOUR BRAKES! Rather reduce your speed and drive with
All tires will wear out faster when subjected to high caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and
speeds as well as hard cornering, rapid starts, sudden inspect the tires. If the tire is under-inflated or damaged,
stops, frequent driving on roads which are in poor deflate, remove the tire and rim assembly and replace it
condition, and off-road use. Roads with holes and with your spare. If you cannot detect a cause, have the
rocks or other objects can damage tires and cause vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to have
misalignment of your vehicle. When you drive on such the vehicle inspected.
roads, drive on them carefully and slowly, and before
driving again at normal or highway speeds, examine your REPAIRING, MOUNTING AND DEMOUNTING OF
tires for any damage, such as cuts, bulges, penetrations, TIRES
unusual wear patterns, etc. Do not attempt to repair, mount or demount a tire
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS (WEAR BARS): Tires contain yourself. Tire changing can be dangerous and must be
Tread Wear Indicators (Wear Bars) in the grooves of the done by professionally trained persons using proper
tire tread which show up when only 1.6mm. or (2/32nds tools and procedures as specified by the Rubber
of an inch) of tread is remaining. At this stage, your tires Manufacturers Association (RMA). Follow these mounting
must be replaced. Tires worn beyond this stage are recommendations. Your tires should be mounted on
dangerous. wheels of correct size and type and which are in good,
clean condition. Bent, chipped or rusted wheels may
23TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
cause tire damage. The inside of the tire must be free a passenger tire which do not exceed (1/4 of an inch)
from foreign materials. Have your dealer check the 6mm. in diameter can usually be repaired by following
wheels before mounting new tires. Mis-matched tires the Rubber Manufacturer’s Association (RMA) Passenger
and rims can explode during mounting. Also, mis- and Light Truck Repair procedures. Contact the
matched tires and rims can result in dangerous tire manufacturer of your tires for its position and assistance
failure on the road. If a tire is mounted by error on the as to the acceptable location for a proper repair and
wrong-sized rim, do not re-mount it on the proper rim the repair of speed rated tires. Do not use plug repairs.
— scrap it. It may be damaged internally (which is not They may cause further damage to the tire. They
externally visible) by being dangerously stretched and are not always air tight and the plug may fail. Do not
could fail on the highway. exceed posted speed limits on any repaired tire. Certain
tire manufacturers speed ratings are voided if the tire is
Old valves may leak. When new tubeless tires are repaired.
mounted, have new valves of the correct type installed.
Tubeless tires must be mounted only on wheels Although a tire was properly repaired, internal structural
designed for tubeless tires, i.e., wheels which have safety damage resulting from the puncture may have occurred.
humps or ledges. Sometime later the damage may cause the tire to be
removed from service. If the tire has a puncture in the
Never perform a temporary repair, use an inner tube, or tread which exceeds 6mm. or (1/4 inch), the tire must
inject sealant as a permanent substitute for a proper be replaced. If any tire has sustained a puncture, have
repair. Only qualified persons should repair tires. the tire inspected internally by a tire dealer for possible
Be sure that all your valves have suitable valve caps. This damage that may have occurred. Improper mounting
will keep valve cores clean and clear and guard against and inflation procedures can cause an explosion of the
leakage. tire/rim assembly. Only specially trained persons should
perform these tasks. Contact your tire store or dealer for
REPAIRS - WHENEVER POSSIBLE, SEE A TIRE DEALER assistance.
AT ONCE. Some tire manufacturers do not warrant any
inspection or repair process. The repair is entirely the CAUTION - Never, under any circumstance, introduce a
responsibility of the repairer. Punctures in the tread of flammable substance into a tire.
24TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING snow, ice or other slippery conditions, do not indulge
Wheel alignment and balancing are important for safety in excessive wheel spin. In such conditions, with
and maximum distance in kilometres from your tires. automatic transmission vehicles, by accelerating the
Check how your tires are wearing at least once a month. engine excessively, it is possible to spin one of the drive
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside tires beyond its speed capability. This is also true when
shoulder of the tire wearing faster than the rest of the balancing a drive tire/wheel assembly using the engine
tread, or if you detect excessive vibration, your vehicle of the vehicle to spin the wheel.
may be out of alignment or balance. These conditions
not only shorten the life of your tires, but adversely aff ect TIRE TREAD
the handling characteristics of your vehicle which could Tires must be replaced when the depth of the tread
be dangerous. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, reaches 1.6mm. (2/32nds inch). Tires are manufactured
have your alignment and balance checked immediately. with tread wear indicators molded into the tire grooves
Tires that have been run under-inflated will show more which indicate tread wearout. As tires approximate
wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread. 1.6mm. (2/32nds inch) wearout, the tread gauge
becomes thinner and more vulnerable to the effects
HARD BRAKING of road hazards. Also, worn tires are more subject to
You must inspect your tires after any hard braking hydroplaning, which can cause loss of control. Therefore,
circumstances or after tires have slid on the pavement. visual tire inspection becomes more crucial as the tires
This can cause a flat spot in a section of the tire tread. wear out.
TIRE SPINNING WORN TIRES
Never spin your tires above a speedometer reading of Never drive on worn tires. Tires should be replaced by
55 km/h (35 mph) if your vehicle becomes stuck. The trained personnel when 1.6mm. (2/32nds of an inch)
centrifugal force generated by the free spinning tire/ tread depth remains, as indicated by the tread wear
wheel assembly may cause a sudden tire explosion, indicators molded into the tread grooves. In most
resulting in vehicle damage and/or serious personal provinces, it is illegal to drive with less than 1.6mm.
injury or death. Never allow anyone to stand near or (2/32nds of an inch) of tread remaining.
behind a tire spinning at high speed while attempting
to push a vehicle that is stuck. When in mud, sand,
25TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
TIRE MIXING Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more
For best performance select tires similar in size and load information on tire replacement precautions.
rating to the original equipment tires. It is recommended
that the same size and type of tire be used on all four TIRE ROTATION
wheel positions. In certain tires, casing ply material Tires on your Nissan vehicle should be rotated every
and ply construction may vary as indicated on the 12,000 kilometres or (7,500 miles) or as irregular wear
sidewall of the tire. When changing or replacing tires, it develops. If irregular wear becomes apparent or if the
is preferred that all four tires are the same construction wear rate on the tires is perceptibly uneven, the tires
type (i.e., High Performance, All Season, Mud & Snow) should be rotated in such a way to alleviate the problem.
and construction (Radial or Bias Ply). Before mixing Check your vehicle for any mechanical problems and
tires of different types on a vehicle in any configuration, correct if necessary. Any rotation pattern or procedure
be sure to check the vehicle owner’s manual for its may be followed including those indicated in the Owner’s
recommendations. Manual. Some tires have arrows on the sidewall showing
the direction in which the tire should turn. When rotating
Tires which meet the Rubber Manufacturer’s Association this type of tire, care must be taken to maintain the
(RMA) definition of mud and snow tires are marked M/S, proper turning direction as indicated by the arrows.
M+S, M&S. On such tires, this designation is molded Some vehicles have different tire sizes specified for front
into the sidewall. Tires without this notation are not and rear axles. Tires on these vehicles should not be
recommended for mud and/or snow driving. rotated side to side (unless they are directional). Where
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select a temporary type spare tire is available, it should not
tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original be included in the tire rotation schedule. Such tires are
equipment tires. Always fit performance snow tires in intended for temporary use only. Whenever only two
sets of four (4) for optimum mud & snow traction and tires are replaced, the new tires should be put on the rear
maintenance of vehicle handling characteristics. If you axle of vehicles equipped with the same size tire on all
do not, it may adversely affect the safety and handling four wheel positions.
of your vehicle. It is also important to check the vehicle
owner’s manual before mixing or matching tires on TRAILER TOWING
4-wheel drive vehicles as this may require special If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should see a tire
precautions. dealer for advice concerning the correct size of tire and
pressure. Tire size and pressure will depend on the type
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