2011 Nissan Altima Owners Manual

Engine coolant temperature gauge .

Theft (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system), engine start . Three-way catalyst Tire 10-6

..2-27, 3-3, 5-9
..5-2

..2-5

Flat tire . Spare tire . Tire and Loading Information label . Tire chains . Tire placard. Tire pressure . Tire rotation. Types of tires . Uniform tire quality grading . Wheels and tires. Wheel/tire size.

..6-2
..6-4, 8-49
..9-11
..8-46
..9-11
..8-38
..8-47
..8-45
..9-24
..8-38
..9-8

Tire pressure

Low tire pressure warning light .

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . Towing

Flat towing . Towing load/specification . Tow truck towing. Trailer towing .

HomeLink姞 Universal Transceiver.

Transceiver

Transmission

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid . Driving with Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . Driving with manual transmission . Shift selector lock release.

..2-12
.5-3

..9-23
..9-19
..6-11
..9-16

..2-51

..8-13

..5-11
..5-17
..5-16

Travel (See registering your vehicle in another country) Trip odometer . Trunk access through the rear seat Trunk lid lock opener lever. Trunk light Turn signal switch .

..9-9
..2-4
..1-8
..3-23
..2-51
..2-33

Uniform tire quality grading . USB interface

Audio file operation . Video file operation .

..9-24

..4-67, 4-69
..4-70

..3-29
..8-18
..9-8
.2-36
..5-26
..9-9

Vanity mirror . Variable voltage control system . Vehicle dimensions and weights . Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system. Vehicle identification . Vehicle identification number (VIN) ..9-9
(Chassis number) . .9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . ..9-13
Vehicle loading information . ..6-14
Vehicle recovery . Vehicle security system . ..2-26
Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle immobi- ..2-27, 3-3, 5-9
lizer system), engine start ..4-18
Ventilators . Visors . ..3-28
Voice recognition system . ..4-117

Warning

Air bag warning light . Anti-lock brake warning light . Battery charge warning light Brake warning light

..1-57, 2-14
..2-11
..2-11
..2-11

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Engine oil pressure warning light . Hazard warning flasher switch . Low fuel warning light Low tire pressure warning light . Low windshield-washer fluid warning light . Passenger air bag and status light . Seat belt warning light. Vehicle security system . Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders. Warning labels (for SRS) .

Warning lights . Washer switch

..2-12
..2-34
..2-13, 2-24
..2-12

..2-24
..1-51
..2-14
..2-26

..2-10
..1-56
..2-10

.2-28
..9-8
..8-38
..9-8

Windshield wiper and washer switch .

Weights (See dimensions and weights) . Wheels and tires. Wheel/tire size. When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country . Windows

Locking passengers’ windows . Power rear windows . Power windows . Rear power windows .

Windshield-washer fluid. Windshield wiper and washer switch . Wiper

Windshield wiper and washer switch . Wiper blades.

..9-9

..2-45
..2-45
..2-43
..2-45
..8-15
..2-28

.2-28
..8-21

10-7

GAS STATION INFORMATION

RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91).

CAUTION

● Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage.

● Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way catalyst.

● Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel system components and is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle lim- ited warranty.

For additional information, see “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “Technical and consumer information” section.

RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL: ● Engine oil with API Certification Mark ● Viscosity SAE 5W-30
See “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in the “Technical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual. COLD TIRE PRESSURE: See Tire and Loading Information label. The label is typically located on the driver side center pillar or on the driver’s door. For additional information, see “Wheels and tires” in the “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. RECOMMENDED NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE: During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of vehicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the “Break-in schedule” information found in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. Fol- low these recommendations for the future reli- ability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life.

Printing : November 2010 (16) Publication No.: OM0E 0L32U2 OM1E 0L32U1

Printed in U.S.A.

L32-D

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2011 ALTI MA

OWNER’S MANUAL

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

could

affect

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification its performance, safety or durability, and may governmental regulations. In addition, damage or per- formance problems resulting from modi- fications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

violate

even

FOREWORD

READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties cov- ering your vehicle. The “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” explains details about maintaining and servicing your ve- hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law. Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.

Before driving your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure famil- iarity with controls and maintenance require- ments, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE- MINDERS FOR SAFETY! 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 features or taking other actions that could distract you.

● ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro- priate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat. ● ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual

for important safety information.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and with- out obligation. 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 serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moder- ate personal injury or damage to your ve- hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro- cedures must be followed carefully.

APD1005
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 illustra- tion, 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 illustration.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batter- ies, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

BLUETOOTH威 is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Visteon and Clarion.

XM Radio威 requires subscription, sold separately. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Guam. For more information, visit www.xmradio- .com.

© 2010 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES . . . Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN Con- sumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number: For U.S. customers 1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261)

– Vehicle identification number (attached to the top of the instrument panel on the driver’s side)

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003

You can write to NISSAN with the information at: For U.S. customers

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

– Your name, address, and telephone number

For Canadian customers

– Date of purchase

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

– Current odometer reading

– Your NISSAN dealer’s name

– Your comments or questions

OR

Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5

or via e-mail at: For U.S. customers

[email protected]

For Canadian customers

[email protected]

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

Table of Contents

Illustrated table of contents

Safety—Seats, 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

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Air bags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2
Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3
Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-7

Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8
Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10
Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-12

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-27)

1. 2. Rear seat belts (P. 1-14) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact

4.

supplemental air bag (P. 1-41) Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-41)

5. Head Restraints (P. 1-10) 6. Front seat belts (P. 1-14) 7. Side-impact air bag pressure sensor

(driver’s side shown; passenger’s side similar) (P. 1-57)

8. Supplemental front-impact air bags

(P. 1-41)

9. Seats (P. 1-2) 10. Occupant classification sensor

(pattern sensor) (P. 1-50)

11. Seat belt with pretensioner (P. 1-55) 12. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system (P. 1-25)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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LII2001

EXTERIOR FRONT

Power windows (P. 2-43)

Coupe 1. 2. Windshield (P. 8-21) 3. Windshield wiper and washer switch

4. 5. 6.

(P. 2-28) Engine hood (P. 3-23) Tie down (P. 6-14) Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-34)

7. Headlight and turn signal switch

(P. 2-29) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-28) Tire pressure (P. 8-38)

8. 9. 10. Flat tire (P. 6-2) 11. Tire chains (P. 8-46) 12. Mirrors (P. 3-29) 13. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key ™ ,

keys (P. 3-4, 3-6, 3-2)

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Power windows (P. 2-43)

Sedan 1. 2. Windshield (P. 8-21) 3. Windshield wiper and washer switch

4. 5. 6.

(P. 2-28) Engine hood (P. 3-23) Tie down (P. 6-14) Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-34)

7. Headlight and turn signal switch

(P. 2-29) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-28) Tire pressure (P. 8-38)

8. 9. 10. Flat tire (P. 6-2) 11. Tire chains (P. 8-46) 12. Mirrors (P. 3-29) 13. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key ™ ,

keys (P. 3-4, 3-6, 3-2)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

0-4 Illustrated table of contents

LII0094

EXTERIOR REAR

Coupe 1.

Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P. 2-29) Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-24) Trunk lid (P. 3-23) Vehicle loading (P. 9-13)

2. 3. 4. 5. Opener operation (P. 3-23) 6. 7.

Replacing bulbs (P. 8-28) Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P. 3-25, P. 9-3) Fuel-filler door (P. 3-25)

8.

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Sedan 1.

Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P. 2-29) Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-24) Trunk lid (P. 3-23) Vehicle loading (P. 9-13)

2. 3. 4. 5. Opener operation (P. 3-23) 6. 7.

Replacing bulbs (P. 8-28) Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P. 3-25, P. 9-3) Fuel-filler door (P. 3-25)

8. 9. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-6)

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LII0095

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Interior trunk access (P. 1-8)

1. 2. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-46) 3. 4. 5. HomeLink姞 universal transceiver

Sun visors (P. 3-28) Interior lights, illuminated entry (P. 2-49)

6.

(if so equipped) (P. 2-51) Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror (if so equipped) (P. 3-29)

Front cup holders (P. 2-40) Front console (P. 2-41)

7. Glove box (P. 2-41) 8. 9. 10. Front seat (P. 1-2) 11. Rear seat (P. 1-8) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

5.

6.

Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-41, P. 2-35) Cruise control main/set switch (P. 5-20)

7. Windshield wiper and washer switch

(P. 2-28) Ignition switch (P. 5-7) Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-34)

8. 9. 10. Front passenger air bag status light

(P. 1-51)

11. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-41)

12. Glove box (P. 2-41) 13. Navigation system* (if so equipped)

(P. 4-2)

14. Covered storage box (P. 2-42) 15. Heater and air conditioner (automatic)

(P. 4-26)

16. Heater and air conditioner (manual)

(P. 4-19)

17. Shift selector (P. 5-11) 18. Audio system controls (if so equipped)/

Storage (if so equipped) (P. 4-29, P.2-42)

19. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls

(P. 3-28)

1. 2.

Vents (P. 4-18) Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-29)

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3.

WIC1598
Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/Bluetooth姞 Hands-free Phone System (if so equipped) (P. 4-95, P. 4-91, P. 4-106) 4. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)

20. Vehicle information display controls

(P. 2-17)

21. Hood release (P. 3-23) 22. Trunk opener (P. 3-23)

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P. 2-36) NISSAN Intelligent Key™ port (P. 5-7)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual (if so equipped). See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

QR25DE engine 1. 2. 3.

Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14) Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10) Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P. 8-15, 8-15) Air cleaner (P. 8-20) Fuse block (P. 8-23) Battery (P. 8-16) Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-23) Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10) Radiator cap (P. 8-8)

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Drive belt location (P. 8-18) 11. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-8) 12. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-15)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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LDI0553

VQ35DE engine 1. 2. 3.

Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-14) Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10) Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P. 8-15, 8-15) Air cleaner (P. 8-20) Fuse block (P. 8-23) Battery (P. 8-16) Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-23) Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10) Radiator cap (P. 8-8)

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Drive belt location (P. 8-18) 11. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-8) 12. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-15)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light

or

or

Page

2-11

Warning

light

Name

Low tire pressure warning light

Page

2-12

Master warning light

2-13

Brake warning light

2-11

2-11

2-12

Indicator

light

Charge warning light

Continuously Vari- able Transmission (CVT) check warn- ing light (if so equipped)

2-14

2-14

Page

2-14

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

Name

Continuously Vari- able Transmission (CVT) position indi- cator light (if so equipped)

Engine oil pressure warning light

2-12

Cruise main switch indicator light

2-14

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Indicator

light

Name

Cruise set switch indicator light

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light (blue)

Malfunction Indica- tor Light (MIL)

Security indicator light

Page

2-15

2-15

2-15

2-15

2-27

Slip indicator light

2-16

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

2-16

2-16

1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped for driver’s seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Folding rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Head restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Three-point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Rear-facing child restraint installation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Rear-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Forward-facing child restraint installation using LATCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32
Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34
Installing top tether strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38
Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38
Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41

Precautions on supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41
Supplemental air bag warning labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-56
Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-57

SEATS

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 receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

ARS1152

● For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. See “Precau- tions on seat belt usage” later in this section.

● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat

to make sure it is securely locked.

● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- tivate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in seri- ous accidents.

1-2 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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

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)

WRS0738

WRS0739

WRS0740

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

Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat) Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.

Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback 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. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position with the parking brake fully applied.

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for driver’s seat) Operating tips

WARNING

Before driving the vehicle, return the seat- back 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.

Coupe

CAUTION

● Do not operate the power recline switch when the seatback has been manually released using the upper seatback re- lease lever 䊊1 . Doing so can damage the seat.

● Do not pull on the upper seatback re- lease lever or the trim to return the seatback to a normal seating position. Doing so may damage the seat.

1-4 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WRS0841

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

If

● Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery.

hicle is stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position with the parking brake fully applied.

Sedan

WRS0751

● Pull up on the upper seatback release lever to release the seatback only. Push the seat- back forward to allow for access to items behind the front seat. Push the seatback to the rear of the vehicle to return the seatback to the upright and locked position. The up- per seatback release lever does not need to be used.

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

Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the de- sired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit (see “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section). Also, the seatback can be re- clined to allow occupants to rest when the ve-

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Coupe shown, Sedan similar

Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat) Pull the lever up or push down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

Type A

Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Push the switch (Type A) forward or backward or move the lever (Type B) up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area.

Type B

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Operating tips: ● The seatback and track will not lock until the

seatback is returned rearward.

● The seatback will return to the first locking

notch when using the seat recliner lever.

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Entry to the rear seat from outside of the vehicle (if so equipped for Coupe models) Pull the seat recliner lever to the uppermost po- sition folding the seatback forward, releasing the seat track. Slide the entire seat forward for access to the rear seat. To return the seat to a locked position: Push the upper seatback rearward until the seat- back and track are locked.

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Exiting from the rear seat on the passenger’s side, using the upper seatback release lever (if so equipped for Coupe models) Pull the upper seatback release lever 䊊1 to the uppermost position, folding the seatback forward 䊊2 , releasing the seat track. Slide the entire seat forward to exit from the rear seat. To return the seat to a locked position:

Push the upper seatback rearward until the seat- back and track are locked.

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Operating tips: ● The seatback and track will not lock until the

seat back is returned rearward.

● The seatback will return to an upright seating position if the upper seatback release lever is pulled to the uppermost position.

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FOLDING REAR SEAT Interior trunk access The trunk can be accessed from the passenger side of the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown.

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1. Open the access cover on the rear parcel

shelf.

2. Push down on the button on the rear parcel

shelf.

3. Fold down the passenger’s side seatback.

To remove or reinstall the seatback release but- ton access covers, see “Upper tether anchor/key cylinder covers” in the “Maintenance and do-it- yourself” section of this manual.

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