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

TILTING FRONT BUCKET SEAT (if so equipped) The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for jump seat passengers to get in and out. To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining lever up or push the tilt lever down. The seat automatically moves forward. To return the seat, move the whole seat backward, then push the seatback up until it locks.

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FRONT 60/40 BENCH SEATS

WARNING

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

Forward and backward Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in posi- tion.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

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

c After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

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WARNING

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

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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 for- ward. The seatback moves forward. Re- lease the lever to lock the seatback in position.

TILTING FRONT 60/40 BENCH SEAT (King Cab models only) The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for jump seat passengers to get in and out. To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining lever up or push the tilt lever down. The seat automatically moves forward. To return the seat, move the whole seat backward, then push the seatback up until it locks.

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FRONT BENCH SEAT

c After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

Forward and Backward Pull the lever 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.

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Pull down the armrest/storage compart- ment. Push the release button and lift the armrest lid to the upright position to access the storage compartment and cup holder.

WARNING

Do not sit on the armrest. The armrest is not a seating surface. Using the arm- rest as a seating surface may cause serious injury in an accident.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

c Do not use a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driv- ing controls.

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

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down, then pull the seatback forward.

WARNING

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

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TILTING FRONT BENCH SEAT The bench seat can be tilted forward to make it easier to remove the jacking tools from the storage area. To tilt the seatback, push the tilting lever

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TILTING REAR BENCH SEAT (Crew Cab models only) The rear bench seat can be tilted to remove the jacking tools from the storage area. To tilt the seat back, pull the strap up and push the seat back forward.

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JUMP SEATS

WARNING

Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper re- straints could result in serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.

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WARNING

c Do not use a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

c When folding the jump seat, be careful not to squeeze your finger between the seat cushion and the body side.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide signifi- cant protection against injury in an ac- cident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat.

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To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower, push and hold the lock knob, then push the head restraint down.

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Adjust the top of the head restraint even with the tops of your ears. NOTE: The head restraints on the bench seat are not adjustable.

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WARNING

c The supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This supplemental restraint system section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental air bags. The supplemental restraint system air bags can help reduce impact force to the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protec- tion provided by the driver and front passen- ger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel and instrument panel. See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage later in this section. The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

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far away as practical from the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Al- ways use the seat belts.

c 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 air bag inflates.

c The seat belts and the supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags in- flate with great force. If you are un- restrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as

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WARNING

c Never let children ride unrestrained. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dan- gerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

c Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly re- strained.

c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat of a model equipped with a supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch unless you first turn OFF the air bag. An inflating supplemental air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. See ‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this sec- tion for details.

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mation, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag system operation. The front passenger supplemental air bag is equipped with an ON/OFF switch (except crew cab models which have a rear seat for child restraint installation). Because no rear seat exists where a rear facing child restraint can be secured in other models, the switch is designed to turn OFF the passenger supple- mental air bag so that a rear facing child restraint can be used in the front passenger seat. See ‘‘Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ later in this section for details. When the supplemental air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire, but care should be taken not to intentionally inhale it, as it may cause irritation and

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Supplemental air bag system The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passen- ger supplemental air bag is located in the top right section of the instrument panel.

These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U.S. regula- tions. They are also permitted in Canada. The optional certification allows air bags to be designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously. However, all of the infor-

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choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. The supplemental air bags, along with the use of the seat belts, helps to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. It can help save lives and reduce serious inju- ries. However, an inflating supplemental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other inju- ries. Supplemental air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Since the supplemental air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants, the force of the supplemental air bags inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or against the supplemental air bag mod- ule during inflation. The supplemental air bags deflate quickly after a collision. The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

WARNING

c 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 on the instru- ment panel. Such objects may be- come dangerous projectiles, and cause injury if the supplemental air bag inflates.

c Right after inflation, several supple- mental air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

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

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

c Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious per- sonal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly, by plac- ing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel, or by installing additional trim mate- rial around the supplemental air bag system.

c Work around and on the supplemen- tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal- lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. The yellow Supplemen- tal Restraint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or discon- nected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supple- mental air bag system.

c SRS wiring harnesses are covered with yellow insulation either just be- fore the harness connectors or over the complete harness for easy iden- tification.

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When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemen- tal air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this owner’s manual. Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For front seats)

WARNING

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

collision

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

pre-tensioner

but

the

the

c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem. This is to prevent accidental activation of the pre-tensioner seat- belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system

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 intentionally inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking. If any abnormality occurs in the pre- tensioner system, the supplemental air bag warning light will flash intermittently after the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position. the pre- tensioner seat belt will not function properly. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pre- tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

In this case,

may result in serious personal in- jury.

c Work around and on the pre- tensioner system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal- lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pre- tensioner seat belt system.

c If you need to dispose of the pre- tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con- tact an authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct pre-tensioner disposal pro- cedures are set forth in the appropri- ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incor- rect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem activates in conjunction with the supple- mental air bag. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt the instant the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions.

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PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH AND LIGHT (except Crew Cab models)

WARNING

Air bags and seat belts are designed to work as a unit. Do not switch the air bag OFF unless you meet federal govern- ment criteria. Switching off the air bag may increase the risk of serious or fatal injuries in a collision where the air bag would have inflated.

In rare instances, some passengers are exposed to serious injury risks from inflating air bags, especially if not properly re- strained. The U.S. and Canadian federal governments recognize other limited circum- stances in which an air bag could reduce safety. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is, therefore, allowed in models with- out full rear seats. Because the overall ben- efits of air bags are great, in most situations air bags should not be switched off unless special government criteria exist. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is located in the center of the instrument panel, near the ashtray. It can be used to Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-17

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turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF. The ON/OFF switch should ONLY be used to turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF when the following government criteria exists:

c Infants (less than 1 year old) in rear facing child restraints MUST be placed in the front passenger seat.

c Children ages 1-12 years MUST be

placed in the front passenger seat.

c The passenger has a medical condition which, according to a physician, causes the air bag to pose a special risk and makes the potential harm from the air- bag greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag.

Seat belts and child restraints should al- ways be properly used. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” and “Child restraints” later in this section for details. To turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF, insert the ignition key in the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the switch clockwise to the OFF position. Then remove the key. When the ignition is turned to the ON or START position the 1-18 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

passenger air bag OFF indicator light will illuminate to indicate the air bag is OFF. To turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON, insert the ignition key in the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the switch counter clockwise to the ON position. Then remove the key. When the ignition is turned to the ON or START posi- tion the passenger air bag OFF indicator light will illuminate for 7 seconds to indicate the system is working properly and then go out to indicate that the passenger supplemental air bag is ON. When the switch is turned to the ON posi- tion, the passenger supplemental air bag is enabled and could inflate in a frontal colli- sion. When the switch is turned to the OFF the passenger supplemental air position, bag is disabled and will not inflate in a frontal collision. The passenger supplemen- tal air bag OFF indicator light on the instru- ment panel illuminates when the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position. The driver’s side supplemental air bag always remains en- abled and is not affected by the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. The passenger supplemental air bag light,

displaying OFF in the center of the instru- ment panel, monitors the position of the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off if the air bag is ON/OFF switch is in the ON position, or stays on if the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is in the OFF posi- tion.

the light

WARNING

c Do not switch the air bag OFF unless you meet the federal government cri- teria outlined previously. This ve- hicle (except Crew Cab models) is equipped with seat belts with a (load limiter( feature. The seat belts are designed to work with the air bags to reduce the risk of injury in a colli- sion. The seat belts are designed to release additional belt webbing dur- ing some collisions to reduce the concentration of force on the occu- pant’s chest area. In a collision with the airbag turned OFF, the seat belt may allow the occupant enough for- ward movement to incur serious or fatal injuries.

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c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF light is also illuminated, something may be wrong with the air bag system. Infants, children ages 1-12 or persons with special medical conditions should not use the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer.

c Keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint must be used in the front seat, if children ages 1-12 must be placed in the front seat, or if the passenger has a medical condition, which, ac- cording to a physician, causes the air bag to pose a special risk of harm (the federal government criteria). If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed and the extra protection provided by the air bag may be lost.

c Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. Children ages 1-12 and persons with special medical condi- tions may also be at risk from an inflating air bag.

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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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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sen- sor unit, the supplemental air bag modules, pre-tensioner seat belts and all related wir- ing. When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning

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light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following system conditions occur, the supplemental air bag and pre- tensioner seat belt systems need servicing and should be taken to an authorized NISSAN dealer: c The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 sec- onds.

c The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

c The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the Supplemental Restraint System (supplemental air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt systems) may not function properly. It must be checked and repaired.

WARNING

is on,

it could mean that

If the supplemental air bag warning light the supplemental air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident.

Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag modules are de- signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of the supplemen- tal air bag system should be done only by an authorized NISSAN dealer. To ensure long-term functioning, the supplemental air bag system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the certification label located on the driver side door jamb pillar. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental air bag system and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance.

The ignition key must always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

c Once the supplemental air bag in- flates, the supplemental air bag module will not function again and should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer. The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired.

c The supplemental air bag system should be inspected by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end portion of the vehicle, or replaced if the supple- mental air bag has inflated.

an

c If you need to dispose of the supple- mental air bag or scrap the vehicle, contact authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal proce- dures could cause personal injury.

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SEAT BELTS

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WARNING

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE Your chances of being injured in an acci- dent and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat belt and it is properly adjusted. 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. Most U.S. States and Canadian prov- inces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven. 1-22 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be prop- erly restrained and, if appropriate, in child restraints.

c 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 acci- dent. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

c 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 shoul- der.

c 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 inter- nal injuries in an accident.

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

c Do not allow more than one person

to use the same seat belt.

c Never carry more people in the ve-

hicle than there are seat belts.

c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or in a slide-in camper or other type cargo area cover while the vehicle is in motion. These areas do not con- tain seat belts. It is not designed for passengers. They could be injured in sudden braking or a collision.

c 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 an au- thorized NISSAN dealer.

c All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer after any colli- sion. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the col- lision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted.

CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints are available for chil- dren who outgrow rear facing child re- straints.

WARNING

c Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat in models so equipped. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. See (Passenger supple- mental air bag ON/OFF switch and light( earlier in this section.

c In crew cab models, never install a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. An inflating

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supplemental air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench- seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driv- ing controls.

c Infants and children need special protection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoul- der belt may come too close to the- face or neck. The lap belt may not fitover their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal in- jury. 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

later in this section for

‘‘Child restraints’’ more information. In addition, there are many types of child restraints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection. NISSAN recommends that all pre-teen children be restrained in the rear seat if possible. According to accident statis- tics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental re- straint system (Supplemental air bag system) for the front passenger (For pre- cautions, see ‘‘Supplemental restraint system’’ earlier in this section). Also, see ‘‘Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section. Infants and small children NISSAN recommends that infants and small children be seated in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint which fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instruc- tions for installation and use.

Larger children Children who are too large for child re- straints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. If the child’s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck, the use of a booster seat (commercially avail- able) may help overcome this. The booster seat should raise the child so the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo- tor 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 areas while the vehicle is mov- ing. The child could be seriously in- jured or killed in an accident or sudden stop.

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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 run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific rec- ommendations. INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recom- mendations.

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. c For 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.

Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor 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 seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.

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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be prop- erly restrained and, if appropriate, in a child restraint.

c 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

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See ‘‘Child restraints ’’ later in this section for more information. 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 activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

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3. Position the lap belt portion low on the

hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

The front passenger seat belt has a cinch- ing mechanism for child restraint installa- tion. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. When the cinching mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extracted again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and the seat belt is fully retracted.

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Unfastening the seat belt To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate meth- ods: 1) When the seat belt is pulled quickly from

the retractor.

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belts, check the operation as follows. c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. the retractor does not

lock during this If check, or if you have any questions about seat belt operation, see an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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Shoulder belt height adjustment (For front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. (See ‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull out or squeeze the adjustment button and move the shoul- der belt anchor to the desired position, so the belt passes over the center of the shoul- der. 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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WARNING

c After adjustment, release the adjust- ment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position.

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

c Do not sit on the armrest. The arm- rest is not a seating surface. Using the armrest as a seating surface may cause serious injury in an accident.

On 60/40 bench seat equipped models, the center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the word CENTER. The center seat belt tongue can only be fastened into the center seat belt buckle. Pull down and latch the armrest/storage compartment lid and push up the arm rest assembly to the upright position.

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TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITHOUT RETRACTOR (Center of 60/40 bench seat)

WARNING

c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driving controls.

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c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driv- ing controls.

c Serious or fatal injury could occur.

Selecting the correct set of seat belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the word CENTER. The center seat belt tongue can only be fastened into the center seat belt buckle.

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Fastening the seat belts 1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you

hear and feel the latch engage.

WRS0065

TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITHOUT RETRACTOR (Jump seat and center of bench seat)

WARNING

c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

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2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of

the belt away from the tongue.

3. Position the lap belt low on the hips as

illustrated.

4. Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at a right angle to the belt, then pull on the belt.

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is not possible to properly fit

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it the lap- shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the in- stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap- proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See an autho- rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

ARS1058

WARNING

Unfastening the seat belt To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle.

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

c 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.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE c To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.

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

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

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

c Infants and small children should always 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. c 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 between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself.

c In Crew Cab models, never install a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. An inflating supple- mental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat of a model equipped with a supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch unless you first turn OFF the air bag. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See ‘‘Passenger supple- mental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section.

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

c In general, child restraints are de- signed to be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three-point type seat belt.

c Nissan recommends that the child restraint be installed in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seat than in the- front seat.

Child restraints for infants and small chil- dren of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: 1) Choose only a restraint with a label cer- tifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana- dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. 2) Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehi- cle’s seat and seat belt system. Choose a child restraint that meets the guidelines of the Society of Automotive Engineers recommended practice J1819 for child restraint installation.

3) If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child

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restraint and check the various adjust- ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Always follow all of the recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

WARNING

c Do not install a child restraint in the jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child re- straint installation.

c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driv- ing controls.

c Improper use of a child restraint can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occu- pants in the vehicle.

c Follow all of

the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for in- stallation 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.

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

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

c After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt 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 or put the restraint in another seat and test it again.

c For a front facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child’s face or neck. If it does, put the shoul- der belt behind the child restraint. If you must install a front-facing child restraint in the front seat, see (Instal- lation on front passenger seat( later in this section for details.

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

it

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.

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ARS1169

ARS1170

INSTALLATION ON REAR BENCH SEAT CENTER POSI- TION (Crew Cab models only) Front facing When you install a child restraint in the rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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

3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment.

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ARS1248

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4. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place.

5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat. 6. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use.

Rear facing When you install a child restraint in the rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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ARS1175

3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt adjustment.

4. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place.

5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat. 6. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use.

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INSTALLATION ON REAR BENCH SEAT OUTBOARD POSI- TIONS (Crew Cab models only) Front facing

WARNING

c The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock- ing mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.

c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

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ARS1177

ARS1178

When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufactur- er’s instructions.

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

3. 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 restraint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.

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ARS1180

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. If necessary to ensure the child re- straint is secure, pull the shoulder belt through the seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the belt. After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through the seat belt tongue. The stitching locates the seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for easy access for rear seat passengers.

5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac- tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock- ing mode.

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

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can- celed. Rear facing

WARNING

c The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock- ing mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.

c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The seat could tip over or otherwise be unse- cured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

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ARS1182

ARS1183

When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufactur- er’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel it engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. 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 restraint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can- celed.

ARS1184

ARS1185

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. If necessary to ensure the child re- straint is secure, pull the shoulder belt through the seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the belt. After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through the seat belt tongue. This stitching locates the seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for easy access for rear seat passengers.

5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac- tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock- ing mode.

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

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WRS0074

TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it must be secured to the provided anchor point. Secure the child restraint with a seat belt. Secure the top tether strap to the anchor bracket. Tighten the strap according to manufacturer instructions to remove any slack.

WARNING

c Do not install a child restraint in the center position of the front bench seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driv- ing controls.

c Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances is it to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.

ARS1244

Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear window. The back panel carpet has flaps to allow access to the anchor points and are marked with the label shown. Regular and King Cab vehicles equipped with bench seats will have both the center and outer anchor points. Regular and King Cab ve- hicles with bucket seats will only have the outer anchor point. Crew Cab vehicles will have all three anchor points. If you have any questions when install- ing a top strap child restraint, consult your NISSAN dealer for details.

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WRS0094

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INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT Front facing (Three-point type with retractor)

WARNING

c If so equipped, keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint is used in the front seat. If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed.

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c NISSAN recommends that child re- straints be installed in the rear seat. However, install a forward-facing child restrain in the front passenger seat, move the pas- senger seat to the rear most posi- tion.

c Never install a rear facing child re- straint in the front seating position of crew cab models. Install a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat only. The force of the inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint.

c The three-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re- tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint.

c Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel

next to the speedometer comes on- when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light is also illumi- nated, something may be wrong with the supplemental air bag system. Do not use a child restraint in the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer.

ARS1093

If you choose to install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions.

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ARS1034

ARS1074

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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

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

belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retrac- tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock- ing mode.

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

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can- celed. Rear facing (Three-point type with retractor, except Crew Cab models)

WARNING

c Never install a rear facing child re- straint in the front seating position of crew cab models. Install a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat only. The force of the inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint.

c If so equipped, keep the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless a rear-facing child restraint is used in the front seat. If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed.

c Be sure to turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. See ‘‘Passenger supple- mental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ earlier in this section.

c If the supplemental air bag warning light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light is also illumi- nated, something may be wrong with the air bag system. Do not use a child restraint in the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer.

c The passenger three-point seat belt is equipped with an automatic lock- ing mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.

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c Failure to use the automatic locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

ARS1105

ARS1106

If you choose to install a child restraint, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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3. 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 restraint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.

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

belt to remove any slack in the belt.

5. Before placing the child in the child re- straint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securly held in place.

6. Ensure 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 retractor is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt is not locked, repeat steps three through six.

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can- celed.

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2 Instruments and controls

Meters and gauges ................................................2-2
Speedometer and odometer .............................2-3
............................................2-3
Tachometer........................................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge...................2-5
Fuel gauge ........................................................2-6
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-7
Checking bulbs..................................................2-7
Warning lights....................................................2-8
Indicator lights .................................................2-10
Chimes.............................................................2-12
Security system ..................................................2-12
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ........2-12
Windshield wiper and washer switch...................2-15
Switch operation..............................................2-16

Rear window defogger switch (Crew Cab models only).........................................................2-16
Headlight and turn signal switch..........................2-17
Headlight switch ..............................................2-17
Turn signal switch............................................2-18
Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-18
Hazard warning flasher switch.............................2-19

Horn......................................................................2-19
Power point (if so equipped)................................2-20
Cigarette lighter (accessory) and ash tray...........2-20
Storage.................................................................2-21

Storage compartment (Crew Cab models only) ....................................................2-21
Cup holders (if so equipped)...........................2-21
Glove box ........................................................2-22
Grocery hooks (King Cab only).......................2-23
Windows...............................................................2-23
Power windows (if so equipped) .....................2-23
Manual windows..............................................2-25
Rear sliding window (if so equipped)..............2-25
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-25
Tilting the sunroof............................................2-25
Removing/installing..........................................2-26
Interior lights.........................................................2-28
Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-29
Illuminated entry system ......................................2-29
Battery saver ...................................................2-29

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METERS AND GAUGES

2-2 Instruments and controls

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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 records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

WIC0056

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The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. Before each trip reset the trip odometer.

Push the reset knob to change the display as follows: ODO (odometer)!TRIP A!TRIP B!ODO. Push and hold the reset knob for more than 1 second to reset either trip odometer.

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WIC0058

TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (r/min).

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Oper- ating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERA- TURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature. The engine coolant temperature varies with the outside air temperature and driving con- ditions.

CAUTION

If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely pos- sible. If the engine is overheated, con- tinued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See the ‘‘In case of emergency’’ section for immediate action required.

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CAUTION

malfunction indicator

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

c For additional information, see the (Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)( later in this section.

WIC0059

FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during brak- ing, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle returns to empty (E) after the ignition key is turned OFF. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers E (Empty).

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

or

Brake warning light

High beam indicator light

Seat belt reminder light and chime

Engine oil pressure warning light

Low washer fluid warning light (Canada only)

4-wheel drive indicator light

model)

CRUISE main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Cruise SET indicator light (if so equipped)

Overdrive off indicator light (automatic transmission only)

Charge warning light

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

Low fuel warning light

or

Anti-lock brake warning light

Supplemental air bag warning light

Passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light (except crew cab models)

Automatic transmission park warning light (

model)

Automatic transmission oil tempera- ture warning light (

model)

Door open warning light (if so equipped)

CHECKING BULBS Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ON without starting the engine. The following lights come on:

or

or

If the driver side seat belt is fastened the

light will not come on.

The following lights come on briefly and then go off:

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly.

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WARNING LIGHTS

or

Anti-lock brake warn- ing light

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock function ceases but the ordinary brakes continue to operate normally. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer for repair.

Automatic transmission oil temperature warning light

model)