Nissan Altima v15 Owner's Manual PDF

2020 ALTIMA SEDAN OWNERS MANUAL

and MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.

Owners Manual Supplement

The information contained within this supplement revises or adds to the following information within the 2019 Qashqai, 2020 Altima and 2020 Rogue Owners Manual:

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS in the Illustrated table of contents section WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS in the Instruments

and controls section WARNING LIGHTS in the WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE

REMINDERS section in the Instruments and controls section INDICATOR LIGHTS in the WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE

REMINDERS section in the Instruments and controls section

Read carefully and keep in vehicle.

Printing: August 2019 Publication No. SU20EA 0T32U0

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Brake warning light (red)

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Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

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or Brake warning light (red)

or Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

WARNING LIGHTS or Brake warning

light (red) This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator (if so equipped)

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the park- ing brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional infor- mation, refer to Brake fluid in the Do- it-yourself section of this manual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is rec- ommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING Your brake system may not be work-

ing properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous.

Pressing the brake pedal with the en- gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis- tance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

If the brake fluid level is below the MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

or Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

The electronic parking brake system warn- ing light functions for the electronic park- ing brake system. If the warning light illumi- nates, it may indicate the electronic parking brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

For additional information, refer to Parking brake in the Starting and driving section of this manual.

INDICATOR LIGHTS or Electronic parking

brake indicator light (red) (if so equipped)

This light illuminates when the electronic parking brake system is operating.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the electronic parking brake warning light illuminates. When the engine is started and the parking brake is released, the warning light turns off.

If the parking brake is not released, the electronic parking brake warning light re- mains illuminated. Ensure the electronic parking brake warning light has turned off before driving.

If the electronic parking brake warning light illuminates or flashes while the electronic parking brake system warning light or (yellow) illuminates, it may indicate that the electronic parking brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For additional information, refer to Parking brake in the Starting and driving section of this manual.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highwaymotor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

This manual was prepared to help you un- derstand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilometers) of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.

A separate Warranty Information Book- let explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The Maintenance and schedules section of this manual explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to re- solve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, and clarify your rights un- der your states lemon law.

When you require any service or have any questions, a NISSAN dealer will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.

In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed prior to de- livery. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your ve- hicle is equipped. It is important that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures,

warnings, cautions and instructions con- cerning proper use of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or ac- cessory. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your ve- hicle is equipped.

Before driving your vehicle, please read this Owners Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements assisting you in the safe op- eration of your vehicle.

WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS!

Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers!

NEVER drive under the influence of al- cohol or drugs.

ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions.

ALWAYS give your full attention to driving and avoid using vehicle fea- tures or taking other actions that could distract you.

ALWAYS use your seat belts and ap- propriate child restraint systems. Pre- teen children should be seated in the rear seat.

ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety fea- tures to all occupants of the vehicle.

FOREWORD READ FIRSTTHEN DRIVE SAFELY

ALWAYS review this Owners Manual for important safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety, emissions or du- rability and may even violate govern- mental regulations. In addition, dam- age or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

WARNING Installing an aftermarket On-Board Di- agnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses the port during normal driving, for ex- ample remote insurance company monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics, telematics or engine reprogramming, may cause interference or damage to vehicle systems. We do not recommend or endorse the use of any aftermarket OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically approved by NISSAN. The vehicle war- ranty may not cover damage caused by any aftermarket plug-in device.

This manual includes information for all features and equipment available on this model. Features and equipment in your ve- hicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of pro- duction, region or availability. Therefore, you may find information about features or equipment that are not included or in- stalled on your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustra- tions in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications, perfor- mance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have ac- cess to accurate and up-to-date informa- tion regarding your vehicle. Current ver- sions of vehicle Owners Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/ navigation/manualsGuide. If you have questions concerning any information in your Owners Manual, contact NISSAN

Consumer Affairs. For contact information, refer to the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PRO- GRAM page in this Owners Manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or seri- ous personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be fol- lowed precisely.

CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen.

If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illus- tration.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY Some vehicle parts, such as lithium bat- teries, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: Per- chlorate Material special handling may apply. For additional information, refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/.

SiriusXM services require a subscrip- tion after trial pe- riod and are sold separately or as a package. The sat- ellite service is available only in the 48 contiguous USA and DC. SiriusXM satellite service is also available in Canada; see www.siriusxm.ca.

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For U.S. customers 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers 1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

Your name, address, and telephone number

Vehicle identification number (attached to the top of the instrument panel on the drivers side)

Date of purchase

Current odometer reading

Your NISSAN dealers name

Your comments or questions

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You can write to NISSAN with the informa- tion at:

For U.S. customers Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 or via e-mail at: nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.com

For Canadian customers Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 or via e-mail at: information.centre@nissancanada.com

If you prefer, visit us at: www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

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Table of Contents

Illustrated table of contents

SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance and schedules

Technical and consumer information

Index

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3

4

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Air bags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Passenger compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5

Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8 Warning and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10

1. Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-23) 2. Rear seat belts with pretensioner(s)

for outboard seating (P. 1-12) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact

and rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

4. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

5. Head restraints/headrests (P. 1-7) 6. Front seat belt with pretensioner(s)

and shoulder height adjuster (P. 1-12, 1-46)

7. Side-impact pressure sensor (drivers side shown; passengers side similar) (P. 1-46)

8. Supplemental air bags (P. 1-46) 9. Front seats (P. 1-2) 10. Occupant classification sensor

(weight sensor) (P. 1-46) 11. Rear seats (P. 1-2) 12. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers

for CHildren) system (P. 1-23) 13. Rear outboard seat-mounted side

impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LII2583

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

0-2 Illustrated table of contents

1. Power windows (P. 2-61) 2. Windshield (P. 8-19) 3. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-43) 4. Engine hood (P. 3-22) 5. Front view camera (if so equipped)

(P. 4-11) 6. Fog light switch (if so equipped)

(P. 2-45) Turn signal switch (P. 2-45)

7. Headlight switch (P. 2-45) LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system (if so equipped) (P. 2-50) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25)

8. Tire pressure (P. 8-30) Flat tire (P. 6-3) Tire chains (P. 8-30)

9. Mirrors (P. 3-30) Side view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-11)

10. Door locks (P. 3-4) NISSAN Intelligent Key (P. 3-7) Keys (P. 3-2)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LII2559

EXTERIOR FRONT

Illustrated table of contents 0-3

1. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P. 2-44)

2. Trunk lid (P. 3-23) 3. Sonar sensors (if so equipped)

(P. 5-175) 4. Rearview camera (P. 4-3) 5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25) 6. Fuel-filler cap (P. 3-25)

Fuel recommendation (P. 10-2) Fuel-filler door (P. 3-25)

7. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-4) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LIC4027

EXTERIOR REAR

0-4 Illustrated table of contents

1. Power moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-64)

2. Sun visors (P. 3-29) 3. Interior lights (P. 2-65) 4. HomeLink Universal Transceiver

(if so equipped) (P. 2-67) Rearview mirror (P. 3-30)

5. Glove box (P. 2-57) 6. Cup holders (P. 2-57)

Console box (P. 2-57) 7. Rear armrest (P. 1-2)

Cup holders (P. 2-57) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LII2563

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Illustrated table of contents 0-5

1. Vents (P. 4-28) 2. Steering wheel switches for audio

control* Vehicle information display controls (P. 2-19)

3. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-45) Paddle shifters (if so equipped) (P. 5-18)

4. Driver supplemental air bag (P. 1-46) Horn (P. 2-52)

5. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4) Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-9) Vehicle information display (P. 2-19)

6. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-43) 7. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-29,

4-36) Heated seat switches (if so equipped) (P. 2-52) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-53)

8. Navigation system* (if so equipped) Audio system*

LII2584

INSTRUMENT PANEL

0-6 Illustrated table of contents

9. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

10. Passenger supplemental knee airbag (P. 1-46)

11.. Glove box (P. 2-57) 12. Front passenger air bag status

light (P. 1-46) Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)

13. Power outlet (P. 2-56) USB connection port (if so equipped) (P. 4-2, 4-41) Aux jack*

14. Cup holders (P. 2-57) 15 Shift lever (P. 5-18) 16. Electronic parking brake switch

(if so equipped) (P. 5-25) Automatic brake hold switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-25)

17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-13)

18. Cruise control switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-62) Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-65) Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System* ProPILOT Assist Switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-89)

19. Driver supplemental knee airbag (P. 1-46)

20. Hood release (P. 3-22) Fuel-filler door release (P. 3-25) Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P. 3-28)

21. Trip computer reset switch (P. 2-4) Instrument brightness control (P. 2-45) Steering assist switch (for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) (P. 2-54) Trunk opener (P. 3-23)

*: For additional information, refer to the separate NissanConnect Owners Manual.

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

Illustrated table of contents 0-7

KR20DDET engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5) 2. Drive belt location (P. 8-17) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12) 5. Battery (P. 8-14) 6. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21) 7. Air cleaner (P. 8-18) 8. Radiator cap (P. 8-5) 9. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7) 10. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-13) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LDI3260

ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

0-8 Illustrated table of contents

PR25DD engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5) 2. Drive belt location (P. 8-17) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7) 4. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7) 5. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12) 6. Battery (P. 8-14) 7. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21) 8. Air cleaner (P. 8-18) 9. Radiator cap (P. 8-5) 10. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-13) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LDI3261

Illustrated table of contents 0-9

Warning light

Name Page

or

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

2-10

Automatic Emer- gency Braking (AEB) system warning light (if so equipped)

2-10

Automatic Emer- gency Braking (AEB) with Pedes- trian Detection system warning light (if so equipped)

2-11

or

Brake warning light

2-11

Warning light

Name Page

Charge warning light

2-11

Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

2-12

Engine oil pres- sure warning light

2-12

Low tire pressure warning light

2-12

Master warning light

2-14

Power steering warning light

2-14

Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) warning light (if so equipped)

2-15

Warning light

Name Page

Seat belt warning light and chime

2-15

Supplemental air bag warning light

2-15

Indicator light

Name Page

All Wheel Drive (AWD) AUTO indi- cator light (if so equipped)

2-15

Automatic brake hold indicator light (green) (if so equipped)

2-16

Automatic brake hold indicator light (white) (if so equipped)

2-16

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

0-10 Illustrated table of contents

Indicator light

Name Page

or

Electronic parking brake indicator light (red) (if so equipped)

2-16

Front fog light in- dicator light (if so equipped)

2-16

Front passenger air bag status light

2-16

High Beam Assist indicator light (green) (if so equipped)

2-16

High beam indi- cator light (blue)

2-16

Malfunction Indi- cator Light (MIL)

2-17

Indicator light

Name Page

Security indicator light

2-17

Side light and headlight indica- tor light (green)

2-18

Slip indicator light 2-18

Turn signal/ hazard indicator lights

2-18

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

2-18

Illustrated table of contents 0-11

MEMO

0-12 Illustrated table of contents

1 SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped for passengers seat). . . . . . . . . . .1-3 Front power seat adjustment (for drivers seat and if so equipped for passengers seat). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Folding rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Center armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

Head restraints/headrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7 Adjustable head restraint/headrest components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Non-adjustable head restraint/ headrest components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Remove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Install. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10 Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12 Seat belt warning light and chime . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14 Pregnant women. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-15 Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-15 Three-point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-15

Seat belt extenders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Child safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21 Infants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Small children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Larger children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Rear-facing child restraint installation using LATCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Rear-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-31 Forward-facing child restraint installation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34 Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-42

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). . . . . . . . . . . 1-46 Precautions on SRS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-46 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . 1-67 Supplemental air bag warning light. . . . . . . . . . 1-67

WARNING Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and re- ceive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. For additional information, refer to Precautions on seat belt us- age in this section.

After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked.

Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches or controls or make the vehicle move. Unattended children could become involved in se- rious accidents.

To help avoid risk of injury or death through unintended operation of the vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave children, people who require the assistance of others or pets unat- tended in your vehicle. Additionally, the temperature inside a closed ve- hicle on a warm day can quickly be- come high enough to cause a signifi- cant risk of injury or death to people and pets.

Do not adjust the drivers seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seatback is re- clined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

ARS1152

SEATS

1-2 SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

CAUTION When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/or damage.

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for passengers seat) Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manu- ally. For additional information about ad- justing the seats, refer to the steps outlined in this section.

Forward and backward Pull the center of the bar up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or back- ward to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position.

Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback for- ward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seat- back in position.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional informa- tion, refer to Precautions on seat belt us- age in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.

LRS3029 LRS3030

SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (for drivers seat and if so equipped for passengers seat)

Operating tips

WARNING Before driving the vehicle, return the seatback to an upright seating position after manually releasing it. Also, make sure the seat is locked in place. Failure to do so may cause the seat to move in a collision or sudden stop. This may result in damage to the seat or personal injury.

The power seat motor has an auto- reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds then reactivate the switch.

Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the en- gine is off. This will discharge the bat- tery.

Forward and backward Moving the switch as shown will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.

Reclining Move the recline switch as shown until the desired angle is obtained.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional informa- tion, refer to Precautions on seat belt us- age in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.

LRS2662

1-4 SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seat lifter (drivers seat) Move the switch as shown to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar support (if so equipped for drivers seat) The lumbar support feature provides ad- justable lower back support to the driver. Push the switch as shown to adjust the seat lumbar area.

FOLDING REAR SEAT Interior trunk access

LRS2636 LRS2270

LRS3156

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The trunk can be accessed from the driver side and passenger side of the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown.

1. Move the front passenger seat to the most forward position.

2. Open the access cover on the rear par- cel shelf.

3. Insert a key or another suitable tool (such as a pen or a screw driver) into the slot, then slide the recessed lever in the direction of the arrow 1 .

4. Fold down the passengers side seat- back 2 .

NOTE:

To access the trunk in case of a dead battery, use a key or another suitable tool (such as a pen or screw driver), to slide recessed lever in the direction of the arrow.

WARNING Never allow anyone to ride in the

cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in seri- ous injury or death in an accident or sudden stop.

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.

When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched po- sition. If they are not completely se- cured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured. Keep the car locked, with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use, and prevent childrens access to car keys.

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To fold down either side of the rear seat, open the trunk and pull on the knob on that side A .

CENTER ARMREST Pull the armrest down as shown.

WARNING Head restraints/headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in certain rear end colli- sions. Adjustable head restraints/headrests must be adjusted properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach any- thing to the head restraint/headrest stalks or remove the head restraint/headrest. Do not use the seat if the head restraint/headrest has been removed. If the head restraint/headrest was removed, reinstall and properly ad- just the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the head restraints/headrests. This may in- crease the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

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The illustration shows the seating posi- tions equipped with head restraints/headrests.

Indicates the seating position is equipped with a head restraint.

Indicates the seating position is equipped with a headrest.

+ Indicates the seating position is not equipped with a head restraint or headrest (if applicable).

Your vehicle is equipped with a head restraint/headrest that may be inte- grated, adjustable or non-adjustable.

Adjustable head restraints/headrests have multiple notches along the stalk(s) to lock them in a desired adjustment position.

The non-adjustable head restraints/headrests have a single lock- ing notch to secure them to the seat frame.

Proper Adjustment:

For the adjustable type, align the head restraint/headrest so the cen- ter of your ear is approximately level with the center of the head restraint/headrest.

If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

If the head restraint/headrest has been removed, ensure that it is reinstalled and locked in place before riding in that designated seating position.

ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/ HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Multiple notches

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

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NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Single notch

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

REMOVE Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest:

1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position.

2. Push and hold the lock knob.

3. Remove the head restraint/headrest from the seat.

4. Store the head restraint/headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle.

5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

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INSTALL 1. Align the head restraint/headrest

stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint/headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the notch (notches) 1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob 2 .

2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down.

3. Properly adjust the head restraint/ headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

ADJUST For adjustable head restraint/headrest

Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the center is level with the center of your ears. If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

For non-adjustable head restraint/ headrest

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

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Raise To raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

Lower To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in a collision and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supple- mental air bag.

Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

WARNING Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be in the rear seats and in an appropriate restraint.

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WARNING The seat belt should be properly ad-

justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

WARNING Always route the shoulder belt over

your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.

Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal inju- ries in an accident.

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Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- curely fastened to the proper buckle.

Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

Do not allow more than one person to use the same seat belt.

Never carry more people in the vehicle than there are seat belts.

If the seat belt warning light glows continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

No changes should be made to the seat belt system. For example, do not modify the seat belt, add material, or install devices that may change the seat belt routing or tension. Doing so may affect the operation of the seat belt system. Modifying or tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

Once seat belt pretensioner(s) have activated, they cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

All seat belt assemblies, including re- tractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any colli- sion. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was mi- nor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or im- proper operation is noted.

All child restraints and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. Always follow the re- straint manufacturers inspection in- structions and replacement recom- mendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged.

SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT AND CHIME The driver and front passenger seat is equipped with an enhanced seat belt re- minder function. If your vehicle is equipped with an enhanced seat belt reminder func- tion, a visual and audible alert will operate if a driver or front passenger seat belt is un- buckled at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more under the following con- ditions:

If the driver seat belt is not fastened.

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The front passengers seat belt is not fastened and the seat is occupied by a passenger for 7 seconds after the igni- tion switch is placed in the ON position.

The front passengers seat belt is not fastened and objects or external force on the passenger seat change the seat belt reminder classification to Occu- pied.

The seat belt warning light will flash under the conditions shown above until the nec- essary seat belt is securely fastened.

A warning chime will sound for approxi- mately 90 seconds or until one of the fol- lowing conditions is met:

The unbuckled front occupants seat belt is securely fastened.

The seat belt reminder function in the front passenger seat no longer detects that the front passenger seat is occu- pied.

The ignition is turned off or the vehicle is placed in P (Park).

The below situations could result in the seat belt reminder light being illuminated and the chime sounding, even with no oc- cupant present in the passenger seat:

Heavy objects placed on the seat.

Someone pushing or pulling on the front passenger seat.

An object placed under the front pas- senger seat.

An object placed between the seat cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door.

An object hanging on the seat or placed in the seatback pocket.

A child restraint or other object pressing against the rear of the seatback.

PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific rec- ommendations.

INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be in the rear seats and in an appropriate restraint.

Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and re- ceive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat belt properly.

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Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a childs neck with the ALR mode acti- vated, the child can be seriously in- jured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release the child. If the seat belt cannot be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. For additional informa-

tion, refer to Seats in this section.

Manual front seat shown (if so equipped for passengers seat)

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2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the re- tractor and insert the tongue into the buckle A until you hear and feel the latch engage.

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.

If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

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3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips B as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack C . Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest.

The front passenger seat and the rear seating positions three-point seat belts have two modes of operation:

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

The ELR mode allows the seat belt to ex- tend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts.

The ALR mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation.

When the ALR mode is activated, the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt re- turns to the ELR mode after the seat belt fully retracts. For additional information, re- fer to Child restraints in this section.

The ALR mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During nor- mal seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR mode should not be activated. If it is ac- tivated, it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension. It can also change the op- eration of the front passenger air bag. For additional information, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in this section.

WARNING When fastening the seat belts, be cer- tain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

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Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle 1 . The seat belt automati- cally retracts.

Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods:

When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the retractor

When the vehicle slows down rapidly

To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows:

Grasp the shoulder belt and pull for- ward quickly. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this check, get the system checked. It is recom- mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service or to learn more about seat belt operation.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. For additional information, refer to Precau- tions on seat belt usage in this section. To adjust, pull out the adjustment button 1 and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position 2 , so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Release the ad- justment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.

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WARNING After adjustment, release the adjust-

ment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position.

The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may re- duce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap/shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with the installed seat belts is available for purchase. The ex- tender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for assistance with purchasing an extender if an extender is required.

WARNING Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,

made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts.

Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.

Never use seat belt extenders to in- stall child restraints. If the child re- straint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE To clean the seat belt webbing, apply

a mild soap solution or any solution rec- ommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.

If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components, such as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors, work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the webbing is found, the entire seat belt assembly should be re- placed.

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WARNING Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a childs neck with the ALR mode activated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to re- lease the child. If the seat belt cannot be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, re- lease the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly re- strained.

In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, includ- ing doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organiza- tions. Every child is different, so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child.

There are three basic types of child re- straint systems:

Rear-facing child restraints

Forward-facing child restraints

Booster seats

The proper restraint depends on the childs size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 lbs. (9 kg) should be placed in rear-facing child restraints. Forward- facing child restraints are available for chil- dren who outgrow rear-facing child re- straints and are at least 1 year old. Booster seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no longer use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING Infants and children need special pro- tection. The vehicles seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fit- ting seat belt could cause serious or fa- tal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. For additional information, refer to Child re- straints in this section.

A child restraint may be secured in the ve- hicle by using either the LATCH (Lower An- chors and Tethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle seat belt. For additional information, refer to Child restraints in this section.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental re- straint system (air bag system) for the front passenger. For additional informa- tion, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in this section.

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INFANTS Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear-facing child restraint. NISSAN recommends that infants be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manu- facturers instructions for installation and use.

SMALL CHILDREN Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs. (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as long as pos- sible up to the height or weight limit of the child restraint. Children who outgrow the height or weight limit of the rear-facing child restraint and are at least 1 year old should be secured in a forward-facing child restraint with a harness. Refer to the manu- facturers instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommen- dations. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and al-

ways follow the manufacturers instruc- tions for installation and use.

LARGER CHILDREN Children should remain in a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they reach the maximum height or weight limit allowed by the child restraint manufac- turer.

Once a child outgrows the height or weight limit of the harness-equipped forward- facing child restraint, NISSAN recommends that the child be placed in a commercially available booster seat to obtain proper seat belt fit. For a seat belt to fit properly, the booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the chest and the top, middle por- tion of the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not cross the neck or face and should not fall off the shoulder. The lap belt should lie snugly across the lower hips or upper thighs, not the abdomen. A booster seat can only be used in seating positions that have a three-point type seat belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

A booster seat should be used until the child can pass the seat belt fit test below:

Are the childs back and hips against the vehicle seatback?

Is the child able to sit without slouch- ing?

Do the childs knees bend easily over the front edge of the seat with feet flat on the floor?

Can the child safely wear the seat belt (lap belt low and snug across the hips and shoulder belt across mid-chest and shoulder)?

Is the child able to use the properly ad- justed head restraint/headrest?

Will the child be able to stay in position for the entire ride?

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If you answered no to any of these ques- tions, the child should remain in a booster seat using a three-point type seat belt.

NOTE:

Laws in some communities may follow different guidelines. Check local and state regulations to confirm your child is using the correct restraint system before traveling.

WARNING Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo area. The child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision.

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS

WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and in-

structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision:

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The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always fol- low all of the child restraint manu- facturers instructions for installa- tion and use.

Infants and children should never be held on anyones lap. Even the strongest adult cannot resist the forces of a collision.

Do not put a seat belt around both a child and another passenger.

NISSAN recommends that all child restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If you must install a forward- facing child restraint in the front seat, refer to Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts in this section.

Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear- facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could se- riously injure or kill a child. A rear- facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

Be sure to purchase a child re- straint that will fit the child and ve- hicle. Some child restraints may not fit properly in your vehicle.

Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circum- stances are they to be used to at- tach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child re- straint anchorages. The child re- straint will not be properly in- stalled using the damaged anchorage, and a child could be se- riously injured or killed in a collision.

Never use the anchor points for adult seat belts, or other items.

A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.

Keep seatbacks as upright as pos- sible after fitting the child restraint.

Infants and children should always be placed in an appropriate child restraint while in the vehicle.

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When the child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with the LATCH system or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or col- lision, loose objects can injure occu- pants or damage the vehicle.

CAUTION A child restraint in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing a child in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. Some child restraints include rigid or webbing-mounted attach- ments that can be connected to these an- chors. For additional information, refer to LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system in this section.

If you do not have a LATCH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.

Several manufacturers offer child re- straints for infants and children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind:

Choose only a restraint with a label cer- tifying that it complies with Federal Mo- tor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana- dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehi- cles seat and seat belt system.

If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust- ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is designed for your childs height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures.

If the combined weight of the child and child restraint is less than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), you may use either the LATCH anchors or the seat belt to install the child restraint (not both at the same time).

If the combined weight of the child and child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicles seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the child restraint.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturers instructions for installa- tion.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the ve- hicle is being operated. Canadian law re- quires the top tether strap on forward- facing child restraints be secured to the designated anchor point on the vehicle.

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LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with special an- chor points that are used with LATCH sys- tem compatible child restraints. This sys- tem may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this sys- tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint unless the combined weight of the child and child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the ve- hicles seat belt (not the lower anchors) to

install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturers instruc- tions for installation.

The LATCH anchor points are provided to install child restraints in the rear outboard seating positions only. Do not attempt to install a child restraint in the center position using the LATCH anchors.

LATCH lower anchor

WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision:

Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the loca- tions shown in the illustration.

Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position us- ing the LATCH lower anchors. The child restraint will not be secured properly.

Inspect the lower anchors by in- serting your fingers into the lower anchor area. Feel to make sure there are no obstructions over the anchors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured prop- erly if the lower anchors are obstructed.

Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child re- straint will not be properly installed us- ing the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.

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LATCH lower anchor location The LATCH anchors are located as shown. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH lower anchors.

Installing child restraint LATCH lower anchor attachments LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attach- ments that can be connected to two an- chors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with LATCH. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.

When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint.

LATCH lower anchor location LRS3036

LATCH webbing-mounted attachment LRS0661

LATCH rigid-mounted attachment LRS0662

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Top tether anchor point locations The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchor attachments or seat belts. For additional information, refer to Installing top tether strap in this sec- tion.

WARNING Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child re- straint will not be properly installed us- ing the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.

If you have any questions when install- ing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Anchor points 1 are located on the rear parcel shelf.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH For additional information, refer to all Warn- ings and Cautions in the Child safety and Child restraints sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicles seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturers instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the LATCH system:

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1. Type A (if so equipped):

Remove the plastic covers from the LATCH anchors by pulling the covers straight back. Store the covers in a se- cure area.

Type B (if so equipped):

Lift the flap of the material to expose the LATCH anchors.

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manu- facturers instructions.

3. Secure the child restraint anchor at- tachments to the LATCH lower an- chors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors.

Type A (if so equipped) step 1 LRS3118

Type B (if so equipped) step 1 LRS3140

Rear-facing webbing-mounted step 3 LRS2997

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4. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to com- press the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.

5. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions to re- move any slack.

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the LATCH attachment holds the restraint in place. If the re- straint is not secure, tighten the LATCH attachment as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint or try installing by using

Rear-facing rigid-mounted step 3 LRS2996

Rear-facing step 4 LRS0673

Rear-facing step 6 LRS0674

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the vehicle seat belt (if applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all types of ve- hicles.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 6.

8. Type A (if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, rein- stall the plastic LATCH anchor covers after use by pushing the covers straight onto the LATCH anchors.

Type B (if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, se- curely replace the flap by pressing the material firmly against the seat.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision.

For additional information, refer to all Warn- ings and Cautions in the Child safety and Child restraints sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicles seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturers instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear seats:

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1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child re- straint manufacturers instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child re- straint manufacturers instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the ALR mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts to the ELR mode when the seat belt is fully re- tracted.

Rear-facing step 1 WRS0256

Rear-facing step 2 WRS0761

Rear-facing step 3 LRS2395

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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

5. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rear- ward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt.

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat belt as necessary, or put the re- straint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

Rear-facing step 4 LRS2396

Rear-facing step 5 WRS0762

Rear-facing step 6 LRS2397

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7. Check to make sure that the child re- straint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH For additional information, refer to all Warn- ings and Cautions in the Child safety and Child restraints sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicles seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturers instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a forward- facing child restraint using the LATCH sys- tem:

1. Type A (if so equipped):

Remove the plastic covers from the LATCH anchors by pulling the covers straight back. Store the covers in a se- cure area.

Type B (if so equipped):

Lift the flap of the material to expose the LATCH anchors.

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manu- facturers instructions.

Type A (if so equipped) step 1 LRS3118

Type B (if so equipped) step 1 LRS3140

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3. Secure the child restraint anchor at- tachments to the LATCH lower an- chors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors.

If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. For additional information, refer to Installing top tether strap in this section.

Do not install child restraints that re- quire the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.

4. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seat- back.

If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the cor- rect child restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For ad-

ditional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

Forward-facing webbing-mounted step 3

LRS2995 Forward-facing rigid-mounted step 3

LRS2994

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5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to com- press the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.

6. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions to re- move any slack.

7. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the LATCH attachment holds the restraint in place. If the re- straint is not secure, tighten the LATCH attachment as necessary, or put the re- straint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint or try installing by using the

vehicle seat belt (if applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

8. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 7.

9. Type A (if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, rein- stall the plastic LATCH anchor covers after use by pushing the covers straight onto the LATCH anchors.

Type B(if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, se- curely replace the flap by pressing the material firmly against the seat.

Forward-facing step 5 LRS0671

Forward-facing step 7 WRS0697

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1 Top tether strap

2 Anchor point

Installing top tether strap The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchor attachments.

First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchors (rear outboard posi- tions only).

Rear bench seat

OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS

1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, re- moval and installation, refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

2. Position the top tether strap 1 over the seatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point 2 as shown.

4. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions to re- move any slack.

If you have any questions when install- ing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child re- straint will not be properly installed us- ing the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.

Rear bench seat LRS3176

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FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operation of the front pas- senger air bag. For additional informa- tion, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in this section. For additional information, refer to all Warn-

ings and Cautions in the Child safety and Child restraints sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicles seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturers instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a forward- facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats or in the front passen- ger seat:

1. If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, it should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and, therefore, must not be used in the front seat.

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manu- facturers instructions.

The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seat- back.

If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the cor- rect child restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For ad- ditional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, re- moval and installation, refer to Head restraints/headrests in this section.

Forward-facing (front passenger seat) step 1

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If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child re- straint manufacturers instructions for belt routing.

If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point (rear seat in- stallation only). For additional informa- tion, refer to Installing top tether strap in this section.

Do not install child restraints that re- quire the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.

Forward-facing step 3 WRS0680

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4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the ALR mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts to ELR mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.

5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rear- ward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt.

7. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions to re- move any slack.

Forward-facing step 4 LRS0667

Forward-facing step 5 LRS0668

Forward-facing step 6 WRS0681

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8. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat belt as necessary, or put the re- straint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

9. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 8.

10. If the child restraint is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light should illuminate. If this light is not illu- minated, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in this section. Move the child restraint to another seating position. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

Forward-facing step 8 WRS0698

Forward-facing step 10 LRS3091

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1 Top tether strap

2 Anchor point

Installing top tether strap The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with seat belts.

First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt.

Rear bench seat

OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS

1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, re- moval and installation, refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

2. Position the top tether strap 1 over the seatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point 2 as shown.

4. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions to re- move any slack.

CENTER SEATING POSITION

1. Position the top tether strap 1 over the seatback.

2. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point 2 as shown.

3. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturers instructions to re- move any slack.

If you have any questions when install- ing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child re- straint will not be properly installed us- ing the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.

BOOSTER SEATS For additional information on installing a booster seat in your vehicle, follow the in- structions outlined in this section.

Rear bench seat LRS3176

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Precautions on booster seats

WARNING If a booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured or killed in a sudden stop or col- lision greatly increases:

Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is away from the childs face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the stomach.

Make sure the shoulder belt is not behind the child or under the childs arm.

A booster seat must only be in- stalled in a seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt.

A. Low back booster seat B. High back booster seat

Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind:

Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan- dard 213.

Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehi- cles seat and seat belt system.

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Make sure the childs head will be prop- erly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the childs ears. For example, if a low back booster seat is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the childs ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the childs ears, a high back booster seat should be used.

If the booster seat is compatible with your vehicle, place the child in the booster seat and check the various ad- justments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with the child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the ve- hicle is being operated.

The instructions in this section apply to booster seat installation in the rear seats or the front passenger seat.

Booster seat installation

WARNING To avoid injury to child, do not use the lap/shoulder belt in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when us- ing a booster seat with the seat belts.

For additional information, refer to all Warn- ings and Cautions in the Child safety, Child restraints and Booster seats sec- tions of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the rear seat or in the front passenger seat:

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1. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rearmost position.

2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manu- facturers instructions.

3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable.

If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the cor- rect high back booster seat fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the booster seat is removed. For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, re- moval and installation, refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat.

4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the childs hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manu- facturers instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.

5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the childs shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturers instructions for adjust- ing the seat belt routing.

6. Follow the warnings, cautions and in- structions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in Three-point type seat belt with retractor in this section.

WRS0699 Front passenger position

LRS0454

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7. If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front pas- senger air bag status light may or may not illuminate, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. For additional infor- mation, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in this section.

PRECAUTIONS ON SRS This SRS section contains important infor- mation concerning the following systems:

Driver and front passenger supplemen- tal front-impact air bag (NISSAN Ad- vanced Air Bag System)

Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag

Rear outboard seat-mounted side- impact supplemental air bag

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag

Driver and passenger supplemental knee air bag

Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front and rear outboard seats)

Supplemental front-impact air bag sys- tem

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions.

Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag system

This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side-impact col- lisions. The side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is im- pacted.

Rear outboard seat-mounted side- impact supplemental air bag system

This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the rear outboard seat passengers in certain side-impact collisions. The side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is im- pacted.

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag system

This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side-impact collisions. The curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. In a rollover, the curtain air bags are designed to inflate and remain inflated for a short time.

LRS3091

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

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Driver and passenger supplemental knee air bags

This system can help cushion the impact force to the drivers and front passengers knees in certain collisions.

The SRS is designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger and rear seat belts and is not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occupant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and door finishers. For additional informa- tion, refer to Seat belts in this section.

The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supple- mental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.

WARNING The front air bags ordinarily will not

inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents

The front passenger air bag and pas- senger knee air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit. For additional information, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in this section.

WRS0031

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The seat belts and the front air bags are most effective when you are sit- ting well back and upright in the seat. The front air bags inflate with great force. Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, if you are unre- strained, leaning forward, sitting side- ways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always properly use the seat belts.

The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sen- sors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt usage, then in- flates the air bags as needed. Failure to properly wear seat belts can in- crease the risk or severity of injury in an accident.

The front passenger seat is equipped with an occupant classification sen- sor (weight sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag and passen- ger knee air bag OFF under some con- ditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be properly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. For additional information, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in this section.

Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the front air bag inflates.

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WARNING Never let children ride unrestrained or

extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

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WARNING Children may be severely injured or

killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat, if possible.

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WARNING Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air

Bag System, never install a rear- facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating front air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. For addi- tional information, refer to Child re- straints in this section.

WARNING Front and rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags:

The side air bags and curtain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

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WARNING The seat belts, the side air bags and

curtain air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front and rear seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear outboard seats to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

WARNING When sitting in the rear seat, do not

hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be espe- cially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

Do not use seat covers on the front or rear seatbacks. They may interfere with side air bag inflation.

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NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System 1. Top tether strap anchor

2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag infla- tors

3. Rear seat belts

4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag

5. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag

6. Head restraints/headrests

7. Front seat belts

8. Side-impact pressure sensor (drivers side shown; front passengers side similar)

9. Supplemental front-impact air bags

10. Driver and passenger supplemental knee air bags

11. Seats

12. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor)

13. Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front seats shown; rear outboard seats simi- lar)LRS3090

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14. Satellite sensors

15. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

16. Satellite sensors

17. Rear outboard seat-mounted side- impact supplemental air bags

WARNING To ensure proper operation of the pas- sengers 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.

Do not place heavy loads heavier than 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) on the seatback, head restraint/headrest or in the seatback pocket.

Make sure that there is nothing press- ing against the rear of the seatback, such as a child restraint installed in the rear seat or an object stored on the floor.

Make sure that there is no object placed under the front passenger seat.

Make sure that there is no object placed between the seat cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door.

If a forward facing child restraint is installed in the front passenger seat, do not position the front passenger seat so the child restraint contacts the instrument panel. If the child restraint does contact the instrument panel, the system may determine the seat is occupied and the passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag may de- ploy in a collision. Also the front pas- senger air bag status light may not illuminate. For additional information about installing and using child re- straints, refer to "Child restraints" in this section.

Confirm the operating condition with the front passenger air bag status light.

If you notice that the front passenger air bag status light is not operating as described in this section, get the oc- cupant classification system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Until you have confirmed with a dealer that your passenger seat occu- pant classification system is working properly, position the occupants in the rear seating positions.

Do not position the front passenger seat so it contacts the rear seat. If the front seat does contact the rear seat, the air bag system may determine a sensor malfunction has occurred and the front passenger air bag status light may illuminate and the supple- mental air bag warning light may flash.

This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is de- signed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regulations. It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed.

The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The front passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they

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may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not in- flate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indi- cation of proper front air bag system op- eration.

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System monitors information from the crash zone sensor, the Air bag Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle sensors and occupant classifi- cation sensor (weight sensor). Inflator op- eration is based on the severity of a colli- sion and seat belt usage for the driver. For the front passenger, the occupant classifi- cation sensor is also monitored. Based on information from the sensor, only one front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. Addi- tionally, the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag may be automati- cally turned off under some conditions, de- pending on the weight detected on the front passenger seat and how the seat belt is used. If the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are OFF, the front passenger air bag status light will be illumi- nated. For additional information, refer to Front passenger air bag and status light in

this section. One front air bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the system.

If you have any questions about your air bag system, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer to obtain information about the system. If you are considering modification of your vehicle due to a dis- ability, you may also contact NISSAN. Con- tact information is contained in the front of this Owners Manual.

When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the re- lease of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may cause irrita- tion and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce seri- ous injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide re- straint to the lower body.

Even with NISSAN Advanced Air Bags, seat belts should be correctly worn and the

driver and front passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. The front air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can in- crease the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, the front air bag module during inflation.

The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision.

The front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi- tion.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supple- mental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.

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Front passenger air bag and status light

WARNING The front passenger air bag and pas- senger knee air bag are designed to au- tomatically turn OFF under some condi- tions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt, and child restraints is necessary for most effective protec- tion. Failure to follow all instructions in this manual concerning the use of seats, seat belts, and child restraints can increase the risk or severity of in- jury in an accident.

Status light

The front passenger seat is equipped with an occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag on or off depending on the weight applied to the front passenger seat. The status of the front passenger air bag (ON or OFF) is indi- cated by the front passenger air bag status light which is located on the instru- ment panel. After the ignition switch is placed in the "ON" position, the front passenger air bag status light on the instrument panel illumi- nates for about 7 seconds and then turns off or remains illuminated depending on the front passenger seat occupied status. The light operates as follows:

CONDITION DESCRIPTION PASSENGER AIR BAG

STATUS LIGHT ( ) FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG AND PASSENGER KNEE AIR BAG STATUS

Empty Empty front passenger seat ON (illuminated) INHIBITED

Nobody/Somebody Bag or Child or Child Restraint or

Small Adult in front passenger seat

ON (illuminated) INHIBITED

Adult Adult in the front passenger seat OFF (dark) ACTIVATED

In addition to the above, certain objects placed on the front passenger seat may also cause the light to operate as de- scribed above depending on their weight.

For additional information, refer to Normal operation and Troubleshooting in this section.

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Front passenger air bag

The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated under some conditions as de- scribed below in accordance with U.S. regu- lations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system.

The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag to certain front passenger seat occupants, such as children, by requir- ing the air bag to be automatically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used to meet the requirements.

The occupant classification sensor in this vehicle is a weight sensor. It is designed to detect an occupant and objects on the seat by weight. For example, if a child is in the front passenger seat, the NISSAN Ad- vanced Air Bag System is designed to turn the front passenger air bag OFF in accor- dance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regula- tions is on the seat, its weight and the childs weight can be detected and cause the air bag to turn OFF.

Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as outlined in this manual should not cause the front passenger air bag and pas- senger knee air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF, however if the occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cushion (for ex- ample, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out of position), this could cause the sensor to turn the air bag OFF. Always be sure to be seated and wearing the seat belt properly for the most effective protection by the seat belt and supplemental air bag.

NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and children be properly restrained in a rear seat. NISSAN also recommends that ap- propriate child restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classifica- tion sensor is designed to operate as de- scribed above to turn the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag OFF for specified child restraints as required by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child restraints and to use the ALR mode may allow the restraint to tip or move in a colli- sion or sudden stop. This can also result in the passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag inflating in a crash instead of being

OFF. For additional information about proper use and installation, refer to Child restraints in this section.

If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are designed not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects placed on the seat could result in air bag inflation, because of the objects weight detected by the occupant classification sensor. Other conditions could also result in air bag infla- tion, such as if a child is standing on the seat, or if two children are on the seat, con- trary to the instructions in this manual. Al- ways be sure that you and all vehicle occu- pants are seated and restrained properly.

Using the front passenger air bag status light, you can monitor when the front pas- senger air bag and passenger knee air bag are automatically turned OFF.

If an adult occupant is in the seat but the front passenger air bag status light is illu- minated (indicating that the front passen- ger air bag and passenger knee air bag are OFF), it could be that the person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat properly or not using the seat belt properly.

If a child restraint must be used in the front seat, the front passenger air bag status

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light may or may not be illuminated, de- pending on the size of the child and the type of child restraint being used. If the air bag status light is not illuminated (indicat- ing that the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly. Make sure that the child restraint is installed properly, the seat belt is used properly and the occu- pant is positioned properly. If the air bag status light is still not illuminated, reposi- tion the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.

If the front passenger air bag status light will not illuminate even though you believe that the child restraint, the seat belts and the occupant are properly positioned, it is recommended that you take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer. A NISSAN dealer can check system status by using a special tool. However, until you have confirmed with a dealer that your air bag is working properly, reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System and front passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a change in the front passenger seat status. This is nor- mal system operation and does not indi- cate a malfunction.

If a malfunction occurs in the front passen- ger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning light , located in the me- ter and gauges area of the instrument panel, will be illuminated (blinking or steadily lit). Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Normal operation In order for the occupant classification sensor system to classify the front passen- ger based on weight, please follow the pre- cautions and steps outlined below:

Precautions

Make sure that there are no objects weighing over 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) hanging on the seat or placed in the seatback pocket.

Make sure that a child restraint or other object is not pressing against the rear of the seatback.

Make sure that a rear passenger is not pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger seat.

Make sure that the front passenger seat or seatback is not forced back against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

Make sure that there is no object placed under the front passenger seat.

Steps

1. Adjust the seat as outlined in the Seats section of this manual. Sit upright, lean- ing against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion with your feet com- fortably extended to the floor.

2. Make sure there are no objects on your lap.

3. Fasten the seat belt as outlined in the Seat belts section of this manual. Front passenger seat belt buckle sta- tus is monitored by the occupant clas- sification system, and is used as an in- put to determine occupancy status. So, it is highly recommended that the front passenger fasten their seat belt.

4. Remain in this position for 30 seconds allowing the system to classify the front passenger before the vehicle is put into motion.

5. Ensure proper classification by check- ing the front passenger air bag status light.

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NOTE:

This vehicles occupant classification sensor system generally keeps the clas- sification locked during driving, so it is important that you confirm that the front passenger is properly classified prior to driving. However, the occupant classification sensor may recalculate the weight of the occupant under some con- ditions (both while driving and when stopped), so front passenger seat occu- pants should continue to remain seated as outlined above.

Troubleshooting

If you think the front passenger air bag status light is incorrect:

1. If the light is ON with an adult occupying the front passenger seat:

Occupant is a small adult the air bag light is functioning as intended. The front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are suppressed.

However, if the occupant is not a small adult, then this may be due to the following conditions that may be interfering with the weight sensors:

Occupant is not sitting upright, leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion with his/her feet com- fortably extended to the floor.

A child restraint or other object pressing against the rear of the seatback.

A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger seat.

Forcing the front seat or seatback against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

An object placed under the front pas- senger seat.

An object placed between the seat cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door.

If the vehicle is moving, please come to a stop when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of the above conditions. Re- start the vehicle and wait 1 minute.

NOTE:

A system check will be performed during which the front passenger air bag status light will remain lit for about 7 seconds initially.

If the light is still ON after this, the person should be advised not to ride in the front passenger seat and the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible. It is recom- mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

2. If the light is OFF with a small adult, child or child restraint occupying the front passenger seat.

This may be due to the following con- ditions that may be interfering with the weight sensors:

Small adult or child is not sitting upright, leaning against the seatback, and cen- tered on the seat cushion with his/her feet comfortably extended to the floor.

The child restraint is not properly in- stalled, as outlined in the Child re- straints section of this manual.

An object weighing over 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) hanging on the seat or placed in the seatback pocket.

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A child restraint or other object pressing against the rear of the seatback.

A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger seat.

Forcing the front seat or seatback against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

An object placed under the front pas- senger seat.

An object placed between the seat cushion and center console.

If the vehicle is moving, please come to a stop when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of the above conditions. Re- start the vehicle and wait 1 minute.

NOTE:

A system check will be performed during which the front passenger air bag status light will remain lit for about 7 seconds initially.

If the light is still OFF after this, the small adult, child or child restraint should be re- positioned in the rear seat and the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

3. If the light is OFF with no front passen- ger and no objects on the front pas- senger seat, the vehicle should be checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer as soon as pos- sible.

Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions

WARNING Do not place any objects on the steer-

ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous pro- jectiles and cause injury if the front air bags inflate.

Immediately after inflation, several front air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system.

Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicles electrical system, suspension system or front end struc- ture. This could affect proper opera- tion of the front air bag system.

Tampering with the front air bag sys- tem may result in serious personal in- jury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instru- ment panel assembly by placing ma- terial over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by in- stalling additional trim material around the air bag system.

Removing or modifying the front pas- senger seat may affect the function of the air bag system and result in seri- ous personal injury.

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