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The power seatback tilt switch does not activate under the following conditions. 쐌 when the passenger seat sliding/reclining switches on the seat cushion are being op- erated.


쐌 when the seat tilt cancel switch is in the CANCEL position. (See “Seatback tilt cancel


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CAUTION


When a child restraint is installed in the passenger seat, be sure to turn the seat- back tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL position. Otherwise, the child restraint may be damaged.


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to


position,


the CANCEL


Seatback tilt cancel switch: When the seatback tilt cancel switch 쎻C is pushed the tilting/reclining operation using the power seat- back tilt switch 쎻B will be cancelled. Only the sliding/reclining switches (located on the seat cushion) are operational. Push the seatback tilt cancel switch to the AUTO position to reactivate the power seatback tilt switch. This cancel switch is linked with the automatic passenger seatback tilt function of the soft top operation. See “Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.


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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT To raise the head restraint, it up. To lower, push the lock knob 쎻A and push the head restraint down. The ventilated net seats (if so equipped for Roadster models) have non-adjustable head restraints.


just pull


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SEAT BELTS


PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly en- courages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag. Most states, provinces or territories re- quire that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.


Adjust the head restraints so the center is level with the center of your ears.


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WARNING


Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjust- ment after someone else uses the seat.


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WARNING


쐌 Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.


쐌 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.


쐌 Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run 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.


쐌 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 injuries in an accident.


쐌 Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- curely fastened to the proper buckle. 쐌 Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.


쐌 Do not allow more than one person


to use the same seat belt.


쐌 Never carry more people in the ve- hicle than there are seat belts. This vehicle has only two seating posi- tions. Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage area.


쐌 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 indi- cate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


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쐌 Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 Removal and installation of the pre- tensioner seat belt system compo- nents should be done by a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 All seat belt assemblies,


including retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any colli- sion by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt as-


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semblies 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 dur- ing a collision should also be in- spected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted.


CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained.


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


There are three basic types of child restraint systems: 쐌 Rear facing child restraint


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쐌 Front facing child restraint 쐌 Booster seat


WARNING


쐌 Never let a child 12 or under ride in this vehicle. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms.


쐌 Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving. The child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident or sudden stop.


Your vehicle is equipped with a supplemental front impact air bag system for the front passen- ger. See “Supplemental restraint system” later in this section. Therefore, children 12 or under should not ride in this vehicle without installing an air bag ON/OFF switch. OBTAINING AN AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH If you must transport a child in this vehicle, you may be eligible to have an air bag ON/OFF switch installed. US and Canadian governments


have procedures that allow you to apply for permission to have your vehicle fitted with an air bag ON/OFF switch. Such a switch is available for purchase from NISSAN. If you have ques- tions about the government application proce- dures, contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department listed earlier in this manual. AFTER AN AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH IS INSTALLED


WARNING


Infants and children need special pro- tection. The vehicle’s 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 fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints.


available for larger children for additional protec- tion. Infants Infants up to at least one 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 Ve- hicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve- hicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for instal- lation and use. Small children Children that are over one year old and weigh between 20 lbs (9 kg) and 40 lbs (18 kg) can be placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommenda- tions. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca- nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Larger children Children who are too large for child restraint Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-13


All US states and provinces of Canada require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See “Child restraints” later in this section.)


Also, there are other types of child restraints


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쐌 For


the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly.


systems should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9
inches (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40
lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.


your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations. INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations. THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR


WARNING


NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoul- der belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle por- tion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. 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 Ca- nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat. 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 1-14 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


쐌 Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.


쐌 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.


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When the locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. For additional information, see “Child restraints” later in this section. The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passen- ger, the locking mode should not be acti- vated. If it is activated it may cause uncom- fortable seat belt tension.


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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Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this


section.


2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks.


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


쐌 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.


3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug


on the hips as shown.


4. Pull


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


The front passenger seat belt has a locking mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. (Also remember, if you need to install a child restraint, first obtain an air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the passenger air bag OFF.)


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ward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement.


If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about belt operation, see a NISSAN dealer. 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 is available. The ex- tender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or passenger seating position. See a NISSAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.


WARNING


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


쐌 Persons 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.


쐌 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 in a collision or a sudden stop. (Also re- member never to use a child restraint unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has been installed and is being used properly.)


SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE 쐌 To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom- mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are com- pletely dry.


쐌 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.


쐌 Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components such as flexible wires buckles, tongues, retractors, and anchors work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the


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Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the belt, press the button 쎻1 on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract. Checking seat belt operation Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement using two separate methods: 쐌 when the belt


is pulled quickly from the


retractor.


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CHILD RESTRAINTS


webbing is found, the entire belt assembly should be replaced.


PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS


WARNING


The information in this section is pro- vided only for those owners who have received permission to install an air bag ON/OFF switch and the switch has been installed. See “Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch” earlier in this manual. Never let children 12 or under ride in this vehicle unless an air bag ON/OFF switch is installed and it is being prop- erly used.


WARNING


쐌 Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve- hicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death. 쐌 Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not


possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe acci- dent. The child could be crushed be- tween the adult and parts of the ve- hicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and your- self.


쐌 Never install a child restraint in the front seat unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has been installed and the air bag has been turned OFF. An inflat- ing supplemental air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child.


쐌 An improperly installed child re- straint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.


CAUTION


For Roadster models, when installing a child restraint, be sure to turn off the automatic passenger seatback tilt func- tion with the seatback tilt cancel switch (located on the back of the passenger


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seatback). Otherwise, the child restraint may be damaged. See “Tilting and re- clining passenger’s seat from driver’s seat” earlier in this section for detailed information.


In general, child restraints are designed to be installed with the lap portion of a lap/shoulder seat belt. The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints. Child restraints for infants and children of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: 쐌 choose only a restraint with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.


쐌 check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.


vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is de- signed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures. All US states and Canadian provinces re- quire that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated.


WARNING


쐌 Improper use of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occu- pants of the vehicle.


쐌 Follow all of the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.


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쐌 If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.


쐌 Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible.


쐌 After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it 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 belt as necessary. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of ve- hicles.


쐌 If you install a front facing child re- straint in the front seat, see “Child restraint installation on front passen- ger seat” later in this section.


쐌 When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt from being thrown to prevent


it


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around in case of a sudden stop or accident.


CAUTION


Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint.


CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT


WARNING


쐌 Never install a child restraint in the front passenger seat unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has been in- stalled and the air bag has been turned OFF. Supplemental front air bags inflate with great force. A child restraint could be struck by the


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supplemental front air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child.


쐌 The three-point seat belt in your ve- hicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.


쐌 Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re-


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child. Always follow the restraint manufactur- er’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If nec- essary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is If the seating position does not removed. have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try a different child restraint.


straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.


CAUTION


Turn off the automatic passenger seat- back tilt function by turning the seat- back tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL position. (Roadster models)


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Front facing — step 2


Front facing If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps:


1. Turn the air bag ON/OFF switch to the OFF


position.


Turn the seatback tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL position. (Roadster models only)


2. Position the child restraint on the front pas- senger seat. Move the seat to the rear- most position. Adjust the head restraint to its highest position (if so equipped). The direction of the child restraint depends on the type of the child restraint and the size of the


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Front facing — step 3


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 restraint manufacturer’s in- structions for belt routing.


Front facing — step 4


4. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.


Front facing — step 5


5. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to


remove any slack in the belt.


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8. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 7. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.


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Front facing — step 6


6. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 in (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 in (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.


7. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.


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Rear facing — step 2


Rear facing When you install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps:


1. Turn the air bag ON/OFF switch to the OFF


position.


Turn the seatback tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL position. (Roadster models only)


2. Position the child restraint on the front pas- senger seat. Move the seat to the rearmost position. The direction of the child restraint depends on the type of the child restraint and the size of the child. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions.


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Rear facing — step 3


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 restraint manufac- turer’s instructions for belt routing.


Rear facing — step 4


4. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.


Rear facing — step 5


5. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to


remove any slack in the belt.


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8. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 7.


After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.


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Rear facing — step 6


6. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 in (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 in (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.


7. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.


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TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT (Coupe models) An anchor for a child restraint with a top tether is provided in this vehicle. However, a child restraint of this type should not be used in this vehicle unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has been installed and is being properly used. See “Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch” earlier in this manual. If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it must be secured to the provided anchor point. Secure the child restraint with the seat belt. the head Guide the top tether strap under restraint as illustrated, and secure it to the


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anchor bracket. Tighten the strap according to manufacturer instructions to remove any slack.


WARNING


Child restraint anchor point is designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstance is it to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.


BOOSTER SEATS


PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER SEATS


WARNING


쐌 The information in this section is pro- vided only for those owners who have received permission to install an air bag ON/OFF switch and the switch has been installed. See “Ob- taining an air bag ON/OFF switch” earlier in this manual. Never let chil- dren 12 or under ride in this vehicle unless an air bag ON/OFF switch is installed and it is being properly used.


쐌 Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve- hicle. Failure to use a child restraint or booster seat can result in serious injury or death.


쐌 Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe acci-


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Anchor point location The anchor point 쎻A is located on the luggage area floor. A flap is provided in the carpet for easy access and is marked with the label shown. If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap child restraint on the pas- senger seat, consult a NISSAN dealer for details.


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to provide the maximum protection dur- ing a collision.


Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: 쐌 Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.


쐌 Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.


dent. The child could be crushed be- tween the adult and parts of the ve- hicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and your- self.


쐌 Never install a booster seat in the front seat unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has been installed and the air bag has been turned OFF. An inflat- ing supplemental air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child.


쐌 A booster seat must only be installed in a seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt. Failure to use a three-point type seat belt with a booster seat can result in a serious injury in sudden stop or collision.


쐌 An improperly installed booster seat could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.


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WARNING


Do not use towels, books, pillows or other items in place of a booster seat. Items such as these may move during normal driving or a collision and result in serious injury or death. Booster seats are designed to be used with a lap/shoulder belt. Booster seats are de- signed to properly route the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt over the strongest portions of a child’s body


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All U.S. states and Canadian provinces re- quire that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated.


WARNING


쐌 Improper use of a booster seat can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occu- pants of the vehicle.


쐌 Follow all of the booster seat manu- facturer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a booster seat, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of booster seats in your ve- hicle.


쐌 If the booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sud- den stop greatly increases.


쐌 Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the booster seat, but as


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쐌 Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat 쎻1
is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat 쎻2 should be used. 쐌 If the booster seat is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended proce- dures.


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before placing your child in the booster seat.


upright as possible.


쐌 After placing the child in the booster seat and fastening the seat belt, make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is away from the child’s face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the abdomen.


쐌 Do not put the shoulder belt behind the child or under the child’s arm. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, see “Booster seat instal- lation on front passenger seat” later in this section.


쐌 When your booster seat is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident.


CAUTION


Remember that a booster seat left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles


BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT


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WARNING


쐌 Never install a booster seat in the front passenger seat unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has been in- stalled and the air bag has been turned OFF. Supplemental air bags inflate with great force. A child could be struck by the supplemental air bag


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in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child.


If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Turn the air bag ON/OFF switch to the OFF


position.


2. Move the seat to the rearmost position. 3. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions.


4. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. See “Head re- straint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjust- able head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try a different booster seat.


5. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-


structions for adjusting the belt routing.


6. 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 child’s shoul- der. Be sure to follow the booster seat manu- facturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.


7. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc- tions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in the “Three-point type seat belt with retrac- tor” earlier in this section.


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the driver and passenger front impact supple- mental air bags, front seat side-impact supple- mental air bags, curtain side-impact air bags and front seat pre-tensioner seat belts. Supplemental front-impact air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the face and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. Supplemental side-impact air bag system (if so equipped): This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact colli- sions. The front seat side-impact supplemental air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system (if so equipped for Coupe models): This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in certain side impact collisions. The curtain side-impact air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. The supplemental restraint system is designed to supplement the crash protection provided Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-29


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by the driver and passenger 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 steer- ing wheel, instrument panel, door finishers and side roof rails. (See “Seat belts” earlier in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the systems are operational.


WARNING


쐌 The supplemental front air bags ordi- narily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Al- ways wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.


쐌 The seat belts and the supplemental front air bags are most effective


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when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental front air bags inflate with great force. If you are unrestrained, leaning for- ward, sitting sideways or out of posi- tion in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal in- juries from the supplemental front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical


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from the steering wheel or instru- ment panel. Always use the seat belts.


쐌 The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sen- sors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The air bag system moni- tors the severity of a collision and then inflates the air bags based on belt usage. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.


쐌 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 supplemental front air bag in- flates.


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SSS0006


SSS0008


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SSS0007


SSS0009


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WARNING


쐌 Never let children 12 or under ride in this vehicle. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some ex- amples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustra- tions.


쐌 Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags or supplemental side and curtain side-impact air bags (if so equipped) inflate.


쐌 Also, never install a child restraint in the front seat. An inflating supple- mental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child.


쐌 For information about installing an air bag ON/OFF switch in your ve- hicle so children can be transported, see “Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch” earlier in this section.


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SSS0100


SSS0101


WARNING


Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag (if so equipped): 쐌 The supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a fron- tal impact, rear impact, rollover 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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쐌 The seat belts, the supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain side-impact 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 seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seat to extend their hand


out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the pre- vious illustrations.


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


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COMPONENTS OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM 1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front air bag modules 3. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag modules (if so equipped for Coupe models)


4. Diagnosis sensor unit 5. Satellite sensors 6. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractor 7. Supplemental side air bag modules (if so


equipped)


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Supplemental front air bag system The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the instru- ment panel. These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U.S. regulations. They are also permitted in Canada. The optional certification allows front air bags to be designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they


the forces in another


type of may inflate if collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag operation. The supplemental air bag system has dual stage inflators for both the driver and passenger air bags. The system monitors information from the crash zone sensor, the diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt buckle sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened, inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and whether the seat belts are being used. Only one front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash sever- ity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. This does not indicate improper per- formance of the system. If you have any ques- tions about the performance of your air bag system, contact a NISSAN dealer.


When the supplemental front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. Supplemental front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-35


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the face and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instru- ment panel. The supplemental 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 increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against the air bag module during inflation. The air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over. After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.


WARNING


쐌 Do not place any objects on the steering wheel pad or on the instru- ment panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and


the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause in- jury if the supplemental front air bag inflates.


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


쐌 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 dam- age to the supplemental air bag sys- tem.


쐌 Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or front end structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system.


쐌 Tampering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering


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includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel as- sembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing ad- ditional trim material around the air bag system.


쐌 Work around and on the supplemen- tal front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installa- tion of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The yellow and orange Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring and connectors should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electri- cal test equipment and probing de- vices should not be used on the air bag system.


쐌 A cracked windshield should be re- placed immediately by a qualified re- pair facility. A cracked windshield could affect the supplemental air bag system.


the function of


쐌 The SRS wiring harness connectors


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are yellow and orange for easy iden- tification.


When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental front air bag system and guide the buyer to the appro- priate sections in this Owner’s Manual.


SSS0209A


occupants. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The supplemen- tal side air bags and curtain side-impact air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag opera- tion. When the supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. Supplemental side air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest of the front occupants. Curtain side- impact air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental side air bags and curtain side- Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-37


Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag systems (if so equipped) This section includes the information about both the supplemental side air bag system 쎻A and the supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system 쎻B . Curtain side-impact air bags are not avail- able on Roadster models. The supplemental side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The supplemental curtain side-impact air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help reduce the risk of injury to out-of-position


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impact air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the side air bag, and seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain side-impact air bag inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over. After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the systems are operational.


WARNING


쐌 Do not place any objects near the seatback of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front door fin- isher and the front seat. Such objects


may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the side air bag inflates.


쐌 Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.


쐌 No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain side- impact air bag system. This is to pre- vent accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys- tem.


쐌 Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system.


쐌 Tampering with the supplemental


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side air bag system may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the front seats by placing material near the seatback or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag.


Installation of


쐌 Work around and on the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys- tem should be done by a NISSAN dealer. electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The SRS wiring har- nesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electri- cal test equipment and probing de- vices should not be used on the side air bag system.


* The SRS wiring harnesses are cov- ered with yellow insulation either just before the harness connectors or over the complete harness for easy identification.


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buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual. Pre-tensioner seat belt system


WARNING


쐌 The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be reused after activation. It must be replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.


쐌 If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre-tensioner system checked and, if necessary, replaced by a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent accidental activa- tion of the pre-tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.


쐌 Work around and on the pre- tensioner system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of elec- trical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.


쐌 If you need to dispose of the pre- tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con- tact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pre- tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.


The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the front supple- mental air bag systems. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occu- pants. The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt’s retractor. These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts.


When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. The smoke is not harmful, but care should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner seat belt system, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light will not come on, will flash inter- mittently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition key has been turned to the ON or START position. In this case, the pre- tensioner seat belt may not function properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appro- priate sections in this Owner’s Manual.


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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.


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SSS0206


SPA1097


the supplemental


SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, display- in the instrument panel, monitors the ing circuits of front air bag, supplemental side air bag (if so equipped) and curtain side-impact air bag (if so equipped for Coupe models) systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt. The circuits monitored by the air bag warn- ing light are the diagnosis sensor unit, satellite sensors, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain side-impact air bag modules, pre-tensioner seat belt and all related wiring. After turning the ignition key to the ON position,


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the supplemental air bag warning light illumi- nates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.


the following conditions occur,


If any of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt need servicing: 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light re-


mains on after approximately 7 seconds.


쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light


flashes intermittently.


쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light does


not come on at all.


Under these conditions, the supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact air bags and/or pre-tensioner seat belt may not operate properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer.


WARNING


If the supplemental air bag warning light the


it could mean that


is on,


supplemental front air bag, supplemen- tal side air bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems and/or pre-tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an acci- dent. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.


Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags (if so equipped), curtain side- impact air bags (if so equipped for Coupe models) and pre-tensioner seat belt are de- signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemen- tal air bag warning light will remain illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replace- ment of these systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental front air bags, side air bags, curtain side-impact air bags, related parts and pre-tensioner seat belt should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance. The ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.


WARNING


쐌 Once a supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag or curtain side-impact air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Addi- tionally, if any of the supplemental front air bags inflate, the activated pre-tensioner seat belts must also be replaced. The air bag module and pre-tensioner system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pre- tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired.


seat


belt


쐌 The supplemental front air bag and side air bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems and pre-tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle.


쐌 If you need to dispose of


these supplemental systems or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer.


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Correct disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Ser- vice Manual. Incorrect disposal pro- cedures could cause personal injury.


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MEMO


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2 Instruments and controls


Instrument panel ................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges .............................................................. 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ........................................ 2-4
Tachometer ....................................................................... 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................ 2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ........................................... 2-7
Volt meter ......................................................................... 2-8
Trip computer .................................................................. 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......... 2-12
Checking bulbs ............................................................. 2-12
Warning lights ............................................................... 2-12
Indicator lights ............................................................... 2-16
Audible reminders ........................................................ 2-18
Security systems ................................................................ 2-19
Vehicle security system .............................................. 2-19
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) ......... 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch (Coupe models) .................................................................. 2-22
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch .... 2-23
Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-24
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .......................... 2-24
Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-24


Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-25
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-26
Instrument brightness control ................................... 2-26
Hazard warning flasher switch ....................................... 2-27
Horn ....................................................................................... 2-27
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................................ 2-28
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped).................................................................... 2-29
Traction control system (TCS) off switch (if so equipped).................................................................... 2-29
Clock ..................................................................................... 2-30
Adjusting the time ........................................................ 2-30
Power outlet ........................................................................ 2-31
Storage ................................................................................. 2-32


Instrument pocket (except for navigation system equipped models) ........................................................ 2-32
Sunglasses holder (Coupe models) ........................ 2-32
Tray .................................................................................. 2-33
Cup holders ................................................................... 2-33
Console box .................................................................. 2-34
Rear floor box ................................................................ 2-35
Rear parcel box ............................................................ 2-36
Stowing golf bags ......................................................... 2-36
Coat hook (Coupe models).............................................. 2-37


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Windows .............................................................................. 2-38
Power windows ............................................................ 2-38
Automatic adjusting function ...................................... 2-39
Interior lights ........................................................................ 2-40
Interior ............................................................................. 2-40
Map .................................................................................. 2-40
Vanity mirror light ............................................................... 2-41
Luggage compartment light (Coupe models) ............. 2-41
Trunk light (Roadster models).......................................... 2-41


HomeLink universal transceiver (if so equipped)...... 2-42
........................................... 2-42


Programming HomeLink Programming HomeLink for Canadian customers ....................................................................... 2-44
Operating the HomeLink universal transceiver.... 2-44
Programming trouble diagnosis ................................ 2-44
Clearing the programmed information .................... 2-44
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button.......... 2-45
If your vehicle is stolen ............................................... 2-45


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INSTRUMENT PANEL


12. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch or TCS (Traction control system) OFF switch


13. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster


models)


14. Fuel filler lid opener switch 15. Hood lock release handle 16. Fuse box 17. Tilting steering wheel lock lever 18. 19. Navigation system display* or Instrument


Ignition switch/steering lock


pocket


switch


20. Rear window and outside mirror defroster


21. Heater/air conditioner control 22. Audio system/Clock 23. Heated seat switch (if so equipped) 24. Hazard warning flasher switch 25. Tray 26. Power outlet *: Refer


to the separate Navigation System


Owner’s Manual.


Instrument brightness control switch


1. Headlight/turn signal switch 2. 3. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn 4. Meters/gauges 5. Cruise control main/set switch


(if so equipped)


2-2 Instruments and controls


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6. Trip computer mode/setting switch 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch 8. Center ventilator 9. Cup holder 10. Passenger supplemental air bag 11. Side ventilator


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METERS AND GAUGES


8. Automatic transmission position indicator or


Manual transmission shift up indicator (See “Driving the vehicle” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.)


9. Reset knob for trip odometer 10. Odometer (Total/Twin trip) 11. Trip computer setting switch


(See “Trip computer” later in this section.)


12. Trip computer mode switch


(See “Trip computer” later in this section.)


Combination meter: 1. Warning/Indicator lights 2. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights 3. Tachometer 4. Speedometer


SIC2233


5.


Instrument brightness control switch (See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later in this section.)


6. Fuel gauge 7. Engine coolant temperature gauge


Instruments and controls 2-3


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The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.


Triple meter: 1. Trip computer 2. Engine oil pressure gauge 3. Volt meter


2-4 Instruments and controls


SIC1948


SIC1949A


쎻1 Speedometer 쎻2 Odometer 쎻3 Twin trip odometer 쎻4 Reset knob for trip odometer SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer are displayed when the ignition key is in the ON position.


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Changing the display: Pushing the reset knob changes the display as follows: TRIP A → TRIP B → TRIP A Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the reset knob for more than 1 second resets the trip odometer to zero.


serious engine damage.


SIC1950A


쎻1 Tachometer 쎻2 Transmission indicator TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into the red zone 쎻A .


CAUTION


When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause


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CAUTION


If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “6. In case of emergency” section for immediate action required.


SIC2556


FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill. The gauge needle is designed to move to the E (Empty) position when the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters the E (Empty) position.


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SIC2371A


ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem- perature. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range 쎻A when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.


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The low fuel warning light comes on when the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge reaches the E position. There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches the E position. The indicates that the fuel filler lid is lo- cated on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.


CAUTION


malfunction indicator


쐌 If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the lamp (MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few driving trips, lamp should turn off. If the the lamp remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 For additional information, see “Mal- function indicator lamp (MIL)” later in this section.


SIC1954A


Type A


ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys- tem oil pressure while the engine is running. When the engine speed is high, the engine oil pressure is also high. When it is low, the gauge indicates the low oil pressure.


SIC1953A


Type B


CAUTION


쐌 This gauge is not designed to indi- cate low engine oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)


쐌 If the gauge needle does not move with the proper amount of engine oil, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer. Continued vehicle


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operation in such a condition could cause serious damage to the engine.


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VOLT METER When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the volt meter indicates the battery voltage; while the engine is running, it indicates the alternator voltage of 11 - 15 volts (normal range 쎻A ). However, while cranking the engine, the volts drop below the normal range. If the needle is not in the normal range 쎻A while the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


TRIP COMPUTER The display of the trip computer is situated in the triple meter. When the ignition switch is turned to ON, the display scrolls all the modes of the trip computer and then shows the mode chosen before the ignition switch is turned OFF.


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consumption and speed → Elapsed time and trip odometer → Stopwatch → Tire pressure indicator (PSI) → Up-shift indicator setting (for M/T models) → Speed indicator Speed indicator (mph or km/h) The vehicle speed is displayed in MPH or km/h while driving. The speed indicator in the trip computer indicates the reference speed. The actual speed indicated by the speedometer (com- bination meter) may differ from the one in the trip computer. Outside air temperature (ICY — °F or °C) The outside air temperature is displayed in °F or °C in the range of −22 to 131°F (−30 to 55°C). The outside air temperature mode includes a low temperature warning feature: below 37°F (3°C), the outside air temperature mode is automati- cally selected and the ICY indicator will illumi- nate in order to draw the driver’s attention. Press the mode switch 쎻A if you wish to return to the mode that was selected before the warning occurred. The ICY indicator will continue blink- ing as long as the temperature remains below 39°F (4°C). The ambient temperature sensor is located in


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Switches for the trip computer are located on the side of the combination meter panel. To operate the trip computer, press the side of the switches as shown above. 쎻A : Trip computer mode switch 쎻B : Trip computer setting switch When the ignition switch is turned to ON, modes of the trip computer can be selected by pressing the trip computer mode switch 쎻A . Each time the mode switch 쎻A is pressed, the display will change as follows: Speed indicator → Outside air temperature (ICY) → Distance to empty (dte) → Average fuel


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front of the radiator. The sensor may be affected by road or engine heat, wind directions and other driving conditions. The display may differ from the actual ambient the temperature displayed on various signs or bill- boards. Distance to empty (dte — mls or km) The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you with an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refueling. The dte is constantly being calculated, based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption. The display is updated every 30 seconds. The dte mode includes a low range warning feature: when the fuel level is low, the dte mode is automatically selected and the digits blink in order to draw the driver’s attention. Press the mode switch 쎻A if you wish to return to the mode that was selected before the warning occurred. The dte indicator will remain blinking until the vehicle is refuelled. When the fuel display will change to (----). NOTE: 쐌 If the amount of fuel added while the ignition switch is OFF is small, the dis- play just before the ignition switch is Instruments and controls 2-9


level drops even lower, the dte


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turned OFF may continue to be dis- played.


쐌 When driving uphill or rounding curves, the fuel in the tank shifts, which may momentarily change the display.


Average fuel consumption (mpg or l (liter)/100 km) and speed (av. mph or av. km/h) Fuel consumption:


The average fuel consumption mode shows the average fuel consumption since the last reset. Resetting is done by pressing the trip computer setting switch 쎻B for more than approximately 1
second. (The average speed is also reset at the same time.)


The display is updated every 30 seconds. At about the first 1/3 miles (500 m) after a reset, the display shows (----). Speed:


The average speed mode shows the average vehicle speed since the last reset. Resetting is done by pressing the setting switch 쎻B for more than approximately 1 second. (The average fuel consumption is also reset at the same time.)


The display is updated every 30 seconds. The


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first 30 seconds after a reset, the display shows (----). Elapsed time (h:m:s) and trip odometer (mls or km) Elapsed time:


The elapsed time mode shows the time since the last reset. The displayed time can be reset by pressing the trip computer setting switch 쎻B for more than approximately 1 second. (The trip odometer is also reset at the same time.) Trip odometer: The trip odometer mode shows the total dis- tance the vehicle has been driven since the last reset. Resetting is done by pressing the setting switch 쎻B for more than approximately 1 second.

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