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Foreword
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 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 dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, we will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to us.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, read your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assist- ing you in the safe operation of your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA- TION REMINDERS 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
alcohol or drugs.
. ALWAYS observe posted speed lim- its 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 appropriate child restraint systems. Pre-teen 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 Man- ual for important safety information.
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MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems result- ing from modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.
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 at any time without notice.
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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 moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed care- fully.
If you see the symbol above, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen”.
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If you see a symbol similar to those above in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above indicate movement or action.
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Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above call attention to an item in the illustration.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNINGWARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids con- tained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Cali- fornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVI- SORY Some vehicle parts, such as lithium bat- teries, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Per- chlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”
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BLUETOOTH® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Visteon Corporation.
XM Radio® requires subscrip- tion, sold separately. is not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Guam. For more information, visit www.xmradio.com.
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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, photo- copying, the prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
recording or otherwise, without
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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.
if
However, 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 Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:
For U.S. customers
1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261)For Canadian customers
1-800-387-0122
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:
— Your name, address, and telephone number
— Vehicle identification number (attached to the instrument panel on the
the top of driver’s side)
— Date of purchase
— Current odometer reading
— Your NISSAN dealer’s name
— Your comments or questions
OR
You can write to NISSAN with the information at:
For U.S. customers
Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003For Canadian customers
Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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Table of Contents
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Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone 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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Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2
Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3
Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4
Exterior (Kro¯ m models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6
Cockpit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-7Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8
Meters and gauges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-9
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10
MR18DE engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10
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SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
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11. Rear seats* (P.1-4)
— Child restraints (P.1-23)
12. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
system* (P.1-24) except for Cargo Van models
*:
1. Supplemental front-impact air bags (Page 1-41) Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air 2. bags (P.1-41)
3. Seat belts (P.1-12) 4. Head restraints (P.1-6)
— Front-seat Active Head Restraints (P.1-9)
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air bags (P.1-41)
6. Rear headrests* (P.1-9) 7. Rear center seat belt* (P.1-18) 8. Occupant classification sensors (weight sensors)
— Advanced Air Bag System (P.1-47) Front seats (P.1-3)
9. 10. Seat belt with pretensioners (P.1-53)
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EXTERIOR FRONT
6.
Fog lights* — Switch operation (P.2-28) — Bulb replacement (P.8-28) License plate installation (P.9-11)
7. 8. Recovery hook (P.6-16) 9.
Tires — Wheels and tires (P.8-30, P.9-7) — Flat tire (P.6-2) — Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P.2-14, P.5-3)
1. Hood (P.3-21) 2. Headlights and turn signal lights
— Switch operation (P.2-24) — Bulb replacement (P.8-27)
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3. Windshield wiper and washer — Switch operation (P.2-21) — Blade replacement (P.8-17) — Window washer fluid (P.8-12)
4. Outside mirrors (P.3-27) 5. Power windows (P.2-38)
10. Side turn signal lights
— Switch operation (P.2-27) — Bulb replacement (P.8-28)
11. Doors
— Keys (P.3-2) — Door locks (P.3-4) — Remote keyless entry system* (P.3-6) — Intelligent Key system* (P.3-10) — Security system (P.2-18)
12. Child safety rear door lock (P.3-6) *:
if so equipped
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EXTERIOR REAR
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9.
*:
Fuel-filler door — Operation (P.3-24) — Fuel recommendation (P.9-3) if so equipped
1. Rear window wiper and washer
— Switch operation (P.2-23) — Window washer fluid (P.8-12)
2. High-mounted stop light
— Bulb replacement (P.8-28)
3. Antenna (P.4-54)
— Satellite radio antenna* (P.4-21)
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4. Rear window defroster (P.2-24) 5. Back door (P.3-22)
— Intelligent Key system* (P.3-10)
6. Rear combination lights
— Bulb replacement (P.8-28)
7. Rearview camera* (P.4-9) 8. Spare tire (under the vehicle) (P.6-4)
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EXTERIOR (Kro¯ m models)
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For Kro¯ m models, the vehicle parts listed below require special care or caution. Refer to addi- tional information in each section.
1. Side sill extensions (P.3-23) 2. Aluminum alloy wheels (P.7-4) 3. Front bumper (P.3-23, P.6-15) 4. Rear spoiler (P.7-3) 5. Rear bumper (P.3-23, P.6-15)
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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9. Map lights* (P.2-41) 10. 11. Cargo area
Inside rearview mirror (P.3-27)
— Luggage hooks (P.2-37) — Cargo light* (P.2-42)
12. Rear cup holders* (P.2-34) 13. Front cup holders (P.2-34) *:
if so equipped
1. Rear pillar pocket (P.2-36) 2. Soft bottle holders (P.2-35) 3. Ceiling light (P.2-42) 4. Utility hooks* (P.2-37) Jack and tools (P.6-4) 5.
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6. Door armrest
— Power window switch (P.2-38) — Power door lock switch (P.3-5)
7. Microphone*
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System* (P.4-55)
8. Sun visors (P.3-26)
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COCKPIT
Front cup holders (P.2-34)
1. 2. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch
— Headlight (P.2-24) — Turn signal light (P.2-27) — Fog light* (P.2-28)
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3. Steering wheel
— Electric power steering system (P.5-25) — Horn (P.2-29) — Driver’s supplemental air bag (P.1-41)
4. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-21) 5. 6. Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-27)
Fuse box cover (P.8-21)
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7. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
(P.5-28) Tilting steering wheel lever (P.3-26)
8. 9. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)*
— Audio control* (P.4-53) — Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System control* (P.4-55)
10. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)*
— Cruise control switches* (P.5-21)
11. Selector lever or Shift lever
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) (P.5-14) — Manual Transmission (MT) (P.5-18)
12. Parking brake (P.5-20) *:
if so equipped
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
1. Side ventilator (P.4-13) 2. Meters and gauges (P.2-4) 3. Center ventilator (P.4-13) 4. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-28) 5. Audio system* (P.4-20)
— Clock* (P.2-31)
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gent Key system) (P.5-9)
12. Heater and air conditioner* control (P.4-13)
— Rear window and outside mirror* defroster switch (P.2-24)
13. Utility hooks* (P.2-37) 14. Heated seat switch* (P.2-29) 15.
iPod® connector* (P.4-23)/USB connector* (P.4-24)
16. Power outlet (P.2-33) 17. Glove box (P.2-36) *:
if so equipped
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Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-49) Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-41) Fuel-filler door release handle (P.3-24)
6. 7. 8. 9. Hood release handle (P.3-21) 10.
Ignition switch (models without system) (P.5-7)
Intelligent Key
11. Push-button ignition switch (models with Intelli-
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METERS AND GAUGES
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9. RESET switch for
trip odometer
(P.2-5)/Trip
computer mode switch (P.2-8) if so equipped
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Tachometer (P.2-6)
1. 2. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-6) 3. Vehicle information display (P.2-8)
— Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-5) — Trip computer (P.2-8) — Outside air temperature* (P.2-8) Fuel gauge (P.2-7)
4.
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5. Speedometer (P.2-5) 6. Warning/indicator lights (P.2-11) 7. 8. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) posi-
Instrument brightness control knob (P.2-27)
tion indicator* (P.2-8)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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Shown with the resonator removed. For removal instructions, see “ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. for Manual Transmission (MT) models
MR18DE ENGINE* 1. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-9) 2. Brake and clutch (*1) fluid reservoir (P.8-11) 3. Air cleaner (P.8-16) 4. Battery (P.8-13)
— Jump starting (P.6-9)
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5. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-12) 6. Engine drive belt location (P.8-15) 7. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-9) 8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-8) 9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-7)
— Vehicle overheat (P.6-11)
10. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-20)
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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Warning
light
Name
Page
Warning
light
Name
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
2-11
Brake warning light
2-12
P position selecting warning light*
Seat belt warning light
Supplemental air bag warning light
Charge warning light
2-12
Indicator
light
Name
Front passenger air bag status light
Cruise indicator light*
Engine start operation indicator light*
Door open warning light
2-12
Electric power steering warning light
Engine oil pressure warning light
Intelligent Key system warning light*
Low fuel warning light
2-13
2-13
2-13
2-13
Low tire pressure warning light
2-14
Low washer fluid warning light* 2-15
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Indicator
light
Name
Page
Low beam indicator light
2-17
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light
2-17
2-17
*: if so equipped
Page
2-15
2-15
2-15
Page
2-16
2-16
2-16
High beam indicator light
2-16
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
2-16
Overdrive off indicator light*
2-17
Security indicator light*
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light
2-17
2-17
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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Rear seats (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Adjustable headrests (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Armrest (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Pregnant women. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Three-point type seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Seat belt extenders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Seat belt maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
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
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System (LATCH) (except for Cargo Van models) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24Rear-facing child restraint installation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
Rear-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30
Forward-facing child restraint installation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33
Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-35
Installing top tether strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38
Booster seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38
Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41
Precautions on supplemental restraint system .. . . . 1-41
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-47
Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) . . . . . . . . . 1-53
Supplemental air bag warning labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-54
Supplemental air bag warning light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-55
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SEATS
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The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seat- back is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.
CAUTION
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When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/or damage.
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.
. 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 “PRECAUTIONS 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 un- knowingly activate switches or con- trols. Unattended children could become involved in serious acci- dents.
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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 the P (Park) position or N (Neutral) position with the parking brake fully applied.
Seat lifter (for driver’s seat):
Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.
FRONT SEATS Front manual seat adjustment
Forward and backward: Pull the lever *1 up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.
Reclining: To recline the seatback, pull the lever *2 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.
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(except for Cargo Van models)” later in this section.)
REAR SEATS (if so equipped) Forward and backward Pull the lever *1 up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.
Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the strap *2
and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the strap up and lean your body forward. Release the strap to lock the seatback in position.The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
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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.)
Folding
Before folding the rear seats: . Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hooks on the side wall. (See “Seat belt hooks (except for Cargo Van models)” later in this section.)
. Release the connector tongue of the rear center seat belt from the buckle, and secure the connector and seat belt tongues on the seat belt hook. (See “Rear center seat belt
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avoid injury to yourself and others: . Make sure that the seat path is clear
before moving the seat.
The seatback is spring assisted and may move at a rapid rate. Be careful not to allow the seatback to pinch or hit any part of your body when you fold it.
To return the seatback to the seating position, lift up each seatback and push it to the upright position until it is latched. Unstow the seat belt buckles by pulling the buckles out of the seat pockets.
WARNING
. Do not use the rear seat belts when the buckles are stowed in the seat pockets. Failure to do so may re- duce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident.
. Do not fold down the rear seats when occupants are in the rear seat area or any objects are on the rear seats.
. Never allow anyone to ride in the
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. Stow seat belt buckles by pushing the seatbelt buckles into seat pockets.
The seat belt buckles should only be stowed when the rear seat is folded. The rear seat belt buckles should be in the unstowed position at all other times.
To fold down the seatback of each rear seat, pull the strap *1 or *2 .
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CAUTION
W h e n f o l d i n g o r r e t u r n i n g t h e seatback(s) to the upright position, to
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The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints. The head re- straints are adjustable.
Indicates the seating position is equipped
with a head restraint.
this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the head restraint stalks or remove the head restraint. Do not use the seat if the head restraint has been removed. If the head restraint was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the head restraints. This may increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.
cargo area or on the rear seats when they are in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper re- straints could result in serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.
. Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unse- cured cargo could cause personal injury.
. When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
Head restraints supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may pro- vide additional protection against injury in certain rear end collisions. Adjust the head restraints properly, as specified in
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Adjustment Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears.
To raise the head restraint, pull it up.
Components 1. Head restraint
2. Adjustment notches
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
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To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down.
Removal Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable head restraints.
1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest
position.
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
Install 1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notches *1 must be in- stalled in the hole with the lock knob *2 . 2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the
3. Remove the head restraint from the seat.
head restraint down.
4. Store the head restraint properly in a secure
place so it is not loose in the vehicle.
3. Properly adjust the head restraint before an
occupant uses the seating position.
5. Reinstall and properly adjust
the head restraint before an occupant uses the seating position.
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The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with adjustable headrests.
Indicates the seating position is equipped
with an adjustable headrest.
Properly adjust the Active Head Restraints as described in this section.
ADJUSTABLE HEADRESTS (if so equipped)
WARNING
The adjustable headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in certain rear end colli- sions. Adjust the headrest properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the adjustable headrest stalks or remove the adjustable headrest. Do not use the seat if the adjustable headrest has been removed. If the adjustable head- rest was removed, reinstall and prop- erly adjust the headrest before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the adjustable headrests. This may in- crease the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.
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Front-seat Active Head Restraints The Active Head Restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occupant’s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash-type injuries.
Active Head Restraints are effective for colli- sions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most.
Active Head Restraints operate only in certain rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head restraints return to their original positions.
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Adjustment Adjust the headrest so the center is level with the center of your ears.
To raise the headrest, pull it up.
Components 1. Adjustable headrest
2. Adjustment notch
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
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To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the headrest down.
Removal Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable headrests.
1. Pull the headrest up to the highest position.
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
3. Remove the headrest from the seat.
4. Store the headrest properly in a secure
place so it is not loose in the vehicle.
5. Reinstall and properly adjust the headrest before an occupant uses the seating posi- tion.
Install 1. Align the headrest stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notch *1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob *2 .
2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the
headrest down.
3. Properly adjust
the headrest before an
occupant uses the seating position.
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SEAT BELTS
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.
the severity of
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.
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ARMREST (if so equipped) Front Pull the armrest down until it is horizontal.
Rear Pull the armrest down until it is horizontal.
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WARNING
. Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be prop- erly restrained in the rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child restraint.
The seat belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and in- crease the chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.
. Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
. Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an acci- dent.
. Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle.
. Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.
. Do not allow more than one person
to use the same seat belt.
. Never carry more people in the
vehicle than there are seat belts.
If the seat belt warning light glows continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may in- dicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
. No changes should be made to the seat belt system. For example, do not modify the seat belt, add mate- rial, or install devices that may change the seat belt routing or tension. Doing so may affect the operation of the seat belt system. Modifying or tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.
. Once a seat belt pretensioner has
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activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See a NISSAN dealer. . Removal and installation of
the pretensioner system components should be done by a NISSAN dealer. . 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- semblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no da- mage and continue to operate prop- erly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
. All child restraints and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s inspection instructions and replacement re- commendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged.
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PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put 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.
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internal injuries.
. 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 belt properly.
Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. (See “SEATS” earlier in this
section.)
2. Make sure rear seat belt buckles are removed from the stowed position. See “Rear seat belt buckles (except for Cargo Van models)” later in this section.
WARNING
. Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.
. 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
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3. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.
The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.
If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.
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Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the seat belt, push the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.
allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts.
The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation.
When ALR mode is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt returns to the ELR mode after the seat belt fully retracts. For additional information, see “CHILD RESTRAINTS” later in this section.
The ALR mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR mode should not be activated. If it is activated, it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.
WARNING
When fastening the seat belts, be certain that 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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4. Position the lap belt portion low and snug
on the hips as shown.
5. 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 and the rear seating positions three-point seat belts have two modes of operation: . Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) . Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to
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tiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident.
Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: . When the belt is pulled quickly from the
retractor.
. When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows: . Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement.
If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any question about seat belt operation, see a NISSAN dealer.
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for you.
Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best (See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE” earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull the adjustment button *1 , and to the then move the shoulder belt anchor desired position *2 , so that the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.
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Rear seat belt buckles (except for Cargo Van models) The rear seat belt buckles can be stowed by pushing the buckles into the pockets of the seat cushion when the rear seatback is folded. The buckles should only be stowed when the seat- back is folded. At all other times the seat belt buckles must be pulled out of the pockets in the unstowed position.
WARNING
Do not use the rear seat belts when the buckles are stowed in the seat pockets. Failure to do so may reduce the effec-
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WARNING
. After adjustment, release the ad- justment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position.
The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident.
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Seat belt hooks (except for Cargo Van models) When the rear seat belts are not in use and when folding down the rear seats, hook the rear outer seat belts on the seat belt hooks.
The hook for the rear center seat belt is located on the left wall behind the rear seat. (See “Rear center seat belt (except for Cargo Van models)” later in this section for details.)
Rear center seat belt (except for Cargo Van models) The rear center seat belt has a connector tongue tongue *2 . Both the *1
connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt opera- tion.and a seat belt
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WARNING
. Always fasten the connector tongue and the seat belt in the order shown. . Always make sure both the connec- tor tongue and the seat belt tongue are secured when using the seat belt or installing a child restraint. Do not use the seat belt or child restraint with only the seat belt tongue attached. This could result in serious personal injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop.
The center seat belt buckle and the tongue are identified by the CENTER mark. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle.
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Stowing rear center seat belt:
When folding down the rear seat, the rear center seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position as follows: 1. Hold the connector tongue *1
so that the seat belt does not retract suddenly when the tongue is released from the connector buckle. Release the connector tongue *1
by inserting a suitable tool such as key *2
into the connector buckle.2. Retract the seat belt and secure the seat belt tongue and connector tongue on the seat belt hook *3 .
WARNING
. Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat.
. When returning the seatback, be sure to attach the rear center seat belt connector.
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To connect the buckle:
1. Remove the seat belt tongue and connector
tongue from the seat belt hook *1 .
2. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector
buckle until it clicks *2 .
The rear center seat belt connector tongue can be attached only into the rear center seat belt connector buckle.
To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the seat belts” earlier in this section.
WARNING
. When attaching the rear center seat belt connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is com- pletely secured.
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Attaching rear center seat belt:
Always be sure the rear center seat belt connector tongue and connector buckle are attached. Disconnect only when folding down the rear seat.
If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious per- sonal injury may result in an acci- dent or sudden stop.
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SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom- mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.
If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.
. Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components, such as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors, work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the webbing is found, the entire seat belt assembly should be replaced.
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with the installed seat belts is available that can be purchased. The extender adds approximately 8
in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. for assistance with See a NISSAN dealer purchasing an extender is required.if an extender
WARNING
. Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts.
. Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.
. Never use seat belt extenders to install child restraints. If the child restraint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sudden stop.
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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: . Rear-facing child restraint . Booster seat
Forward-facing child restraint
The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 lbs (9 kg) should be placed in rear- facing child restraints. Forward-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear-facing child restraints and are at least 1
year old. Booster seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no longer use a forward-facing child restraint.WARNING
Infants and children need special pro- tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may
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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.
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. See “CHILD RESTRAINTS” later in this section.
A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle by using either the LATCH (Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle seat belt. See “CHILD RESTRAINTS” later in this section for more information.
NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys- tem (Air bag system) for the front passen- ger. See “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM” later in this section.
INFANTS Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear-facing child restraint. NISSAN recom- mends that infants be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.
SMALL CHILDREN Children that are over one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) can be placed in a forward- facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. NISSAN recom- mends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for instal- lation and use.
LARGER CHILDREN Children who are too large for child restraints 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 ft 9 in (142.5
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80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.
if
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NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat the shoulder belt 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 is properly positioned across the top, middle portion 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 Canadian 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.
WARNING
Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo area. The child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision.
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CHILD RESTRAINTS
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and in- stallation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision:
— The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.
— Infants and children should never be held on anyone’s lap. Even the strongest adult cannot resist the forces of a collision.
— Do not put a seat belt around both a child and another pas- senger.
— NISSAN recommends that all child restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If you must
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install a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, see “FORWARD-FACING CHILD RE- STRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS” later in this section.
— Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill a child. A rear-facing child re- straint must only be used in the rear seat.
— Be sure to purchase a child restraint that will fit the child and vehicle. Some child re- straints may not fit properly in your vehicle.
— Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand loads from child restraints that are properly fitted.
— Never use the anchor points for
adult seat belts or harnesses.
— A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.
— Keep seatbacks as upright as
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Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System (LATCH) (except for Cargo Van models) Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system compatible child restraints. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint.
The LATCH anchor points are provided to install child restraints in the rear outboard seating positions only. Do not attempt to install a child restraint in the center position using the LATCH anchors.
possible after fitting the child restraint.
— Infants and children should al- ways be placed in an appropri- ate child restraint while in the vehicle.
. When the child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with the LATCH system or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or collision, loose objects can injure occupants or damage the vehicle.
If you do not have a LATCH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.
Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: . 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.
. Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.
CAUTION
A child restraint in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing a child in the child restraint.
This vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil- dren) system. Some child restraints include rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to these anchors. For details, see “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System (LATCH) (except for Cargo Van mod- els)” later in this section.
If the child restraint is compatible with your 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 designed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures.
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. Canadian law requires the top tether strap on forward-facing child restraints be secured to the designated anchor point on the vehicle.
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LATCH lower anchor location
LATCH lower anchor location The LATCH anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH anchors.
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WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: — Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown in the illustration.
— Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the LATCH lower anchors. The child restraint will not be secured prop- erly.
— Inspect the lower anchors by insert- ing your fingers into the lower anchor area. Feel to make sure there are no obstructions over the anchors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured prop- erly if the lower anchors are ob- structed.
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remove the cargo cover from the vehicle or secure it on the cargo floor below its attachment location. If the cargo cover is not removed, it may damage the top tether strap during a collision. Your child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the child restraint top tether strap is damaged.
. Do not allow cargo to contact the top tether strap when it is attached to the top tether anchor. Properly secure the cargo so it does not contact the top tether strap. Cargo that is not properly secured or cargo that contacts the top tether strap may damage the top tether strap during a collision. Your child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the child restraint top tether strap is damaged.
Top tether anchor point locations:
Anchor points are located on the back side of the seatbacks.
Top tether anchor point locations Anchor points are located in the following locations.
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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment
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Installing child restraint LATCH lower anchor attachments LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child restraint is compatible with LATCH system. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.
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The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchor attachments or seat belts. See “Top tether anchor” later in this section for installation instructions.
