2012 Nissan Murano Owners Manual

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To unfasten the seat belt, push the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.

Checking seat belt operation GUID-AED6BCDC-CBDB-4FCF-9DB2-9B060E99627A 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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seat belt may slip and result in personal injury.

CAUTION

. When entering or exiting the rear seat, or inserting or retrieving lug- gage with the seatback folded down, always release the seat belt guide. Otherwise, the seat belt guide may be damaged.

. Do not fold the seat forward or pull it backward by holding the seat belt guide in your hand. Doing so may damage the seat belt guide.

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Seat belt guide (front seats, CrossCab- riolet models) GUID-3EF9ED5F-135A-43B1-8954-CAD684674E27
When the seat belt guide is used with the front seat, the seat belt can easily be pulled out. Release the seat belt guide, clip the seat belt and install the seat belt guide again. When using the seat belt guide, do not allow it to twist.

WARNING

When using the seat belt guide, make sure that the seat belt guide is securely installed to the seat. Otherwise, the

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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 (Hardtop models) GUID-0F6C8515-923F-4DA4-BED8-81B474353BA2
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.

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for you.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (Hard- top models) GUID-E8DCDEEB-44E6-4A0A-B2D9-EB6DBF18146C 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 center seat belt (Hardtop models) GUID-D2977525-73CC-440E-AC17-490B6791BECA The rear center seat belt has a connector tongue *1
tongue *2 . Both the connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt opera- tion.

and a seat belt

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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in the correct position, serious per- sonal injury may result in an acci- dent or sudden stop.

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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 by inserting a suitable tool such as key *A into the connector buckle. Insert the seat belt tongue into the retractor base first *2 .

2.

3. Then secure the connector tongue into the

retractor base *3 .

WARNING

. Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat.

. 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.

If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured

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seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is com- pletely secured.

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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Always be sure the rear center seat belt connector tongue and connector buckle are attached. Disconnect only when folding down the rear seat. To connect the buckle: 1. Pull out

tongue from the

the connector

retractor base *1 .

2. Pull out

the seat belt

tongue from the

retractor base *2 .

3. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector

buckle until it clicks *3 .

tongue and

The center seat belt connector buckle are indicated by the ! and ~ mark. The 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

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. Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat.

. When attaching the rear center seat belt connector, be certain that the

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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.

purchasing an extender required.

if an extender

is

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.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

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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.

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Storing rear seat belt buckles (Hardtop models) GUID-34BA1AAF-B284-4222-A05C-7E212FF3C674
Before folding down the seat, put the buckles in the storage of the seat cushion to avoid dropping it under the seat cushion. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS GUID-798C755D-7740-4606-AB38-FAC398986CFA 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. See a NISSAN dealer for assistance with

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CHILD SAFETY

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WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode acti- vated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release the child. For the center of the rear seat, the connector tongue may also be released. Release the connector tongue by inserting a suita- ble tool into the connector buckle. If the seat belt can not be unbuckled or is already un- buckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

(such as a key)

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

Forward-facing child restraint

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 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 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 GUID-0FA535EA-6323-4DB9-92F9-8B508130A6AC 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

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CHILD RESTRAINTS

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if

the shoulder belt

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.

limit of

least 1 year old. Refer

that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. SMALL CHILDREN GUID-927D047A-9A7C-4FEB-90C0-65CE234F2245
Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as long as possible up to the height or weight the child restraint. Forward-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints and are at to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. LARGER CHILDREN GUID-EC196FE5-D487-4C51-9056-7FA7FF17ACB0
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
cm) tall and weighs between 40 lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a 1-30 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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.

WARNING

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE- STRAINTS

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WARNING

. CrossCabriolet models are not equipped with top tethers. A child restraint system requiring a top tether strap cannot be properly in- stalled and should not be used in your vehicle.

. 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.

properly fitted.

— NISSAN recommends that all child restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If you must install a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, see “Forward-facing child restraint 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

— 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 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.

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.

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LATCH label location (Hardtop models)

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LATCH label location (CrossCabriolet models)

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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 to be secured to the designated anchor point on the vehicle.

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 “LATCH Lower Anchors Sys- tem” later in this section. LATCH child restraints generally require the use of a top tether strap. If your vehicle does not have top tether anchor locations, do not install a child restraints in your vehicle that requires the use of a top tether strap. 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. If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be

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LATCH lower anchor location

LATCH lower anchor location GUID-94E9EDFE-3FEF-48B7-A3C5-82134F7A076B 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.

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.

LATCH Lower Anchors SYSTEM GUID-5B0A4406-68B6-491C-B161-EC20158AB5AF Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with the 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.

LATCH lower anchor

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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

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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

LATCH rigid attachment

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LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to 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. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.

for a label stating that

it

If your vehicle is equipped with a top tether anchor, it must be used when installing child restraints with the LATCH lower anchor attach- ments or seat belts. See “Top tether anchor (Hardtop models)” later in this section for installation instructions (Hardtop models). When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint.

Top tether anchor (Hardtop models)

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WARNING

If the cargo cover (if so equipped) contacts the top tether strap when it is attached to the top tether anchor, 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

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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: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
Anchor points are located on the back side of the seatbacks. REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN- STALLATION USING LATCH GUID-0637B231-098A-443B-BFD0-B842E89E11E5
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the LATCH system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions.

Rear-facing web-mounted — step 2

Rear-facing — step 3

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2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors.

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

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section. (Hardtop models)

5. Check to make sure the child restraint is If the repeat steps 1

properly secured prior to each use. child restraint through 4.

is loose,

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN- STALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

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WARNING

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

. When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position, both the center seat belt connector tongue and buckle tongue must be secured. See “Rear center seat belt (Hardtop models)” earlier in this

Rear-facing — step 4

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4. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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Rear-facing — step 1

Rear-facing — step 2

Rear-facing — step 3

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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 manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” earlier in this section and “Child re- straints” earlier in this section before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear seats: 1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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Rear-facing — step 4

Rear-facing — step 5

Rear-facing — step 6

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

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

6. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is If the

properly secured prior to each use.

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seat belt through 6.

is not

locked,

repeat steps 1

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. FORWARD-FACING CHILD RE- STRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH (Hardtop models only) GUID-C0068E19-F4E9-4C59-AAD1-F67BC6381275
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the LATCH system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions.

Forward-facing web-mounted — step 2

Forward-facing rigid-mounted — step 3

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2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. See “Installing top tether strap (Hard- top models)” later in this section. Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.

3. The back of the child restraint should be

secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the headrest when the child restraint is removed. See “Adjustable headrest (Hardtop mod- els)” earlier in this section for headrest adjustment information. If the seating position does not have an adjustable headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint try another seating position or a different child restraint.

fit,

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child restraint through 6.

is loose,

repeat steps 1

FORWARD-FACING CHILD RE- STRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

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WARNING

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

. When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position, both the center seat belt connector tongue and buckle tongue must be secured. See “Rear center seat belt (Hardtop models)” earlier in this section. (for Hardtop models)

Forward-facing — step 4

Forward-facing — step 6

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

5. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

6. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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7. Check to make sure the child restraint is If the

properly secured prior to each use.

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fit.

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint or headrest to obtain the correct child restraint the head restraint or headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint or headrest when the child restraint is removed. See “Head re- straints” earlier in this section or “Adjustable headrest (Hardtop models)” earlier in this section for head restraint or headrest adjustment, removal and installation informa- tion. If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint or headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

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Forward-facing — step 3

3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point (rear seat installation only, Hardtop models). See “Installing top tether strap (Hardtop models)” later in this section. Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.

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Forward-facing (front passenger seat) — step 1

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats or in the front passenger seat: 1.

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

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Forward-facing — step 4

Forward-facing — step 5

Forward-facing — step 6

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4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.

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

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

7. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

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seat belt through 8.

is not

locked,

repeat steps 2

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Forward-facing — step 10

10. If the child restraint is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light should illuminate. If this light is not illuminated, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section. Move the child restraint to another seating position. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

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

is fully retracted,

Forward-facing — step 8

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8. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

9. Check to make sure the child restraint is If the

properly secured prior to each use.

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

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

2. Secure the top tether strap to the tether anchor point on the back of the seatback behind the child restraint.

3. Refer

to the appropriate child restraint installation procedure steps in this section before tightening the tether strap.

If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, consult your NISSAN dealer for details. BOOSTER SEATS

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Precautions on booster seats

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WARNING

If a booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured in a sudden stop or collision greatly increases: . Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is away from the child’s face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the stomach.

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

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INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP (Hardtop models) GUID-10E4B72F-E871-4B10-A99B-9504B51D59C9
First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchors (rear outboard seat positions only) or the seat belt, as applicable. 1.

If necessary, raise or remove the headrest to position the top tether strap over the top of the seatback. If the headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the headrest when the child restraint is removed. See “Adjustable headrest (Hardtop mod- els)” earlier in this section for headrest adjustment, removal and installation informa- tion.

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

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

. Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat *1
is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat *2 should be used. If the booster seat is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended 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. The instructions in this section apply to booster seat installation in the rear seats or the front passenger seat.

Booster seat installation

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CAUTION

Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode

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when using a booster seat with the seat belts.

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” earlier in this section, “Child restraints” earlier in this section and “Booster seats” earlier in this section before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the rear seat or in the front passenger seat:

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1.

If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rear- most position.

2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a forward-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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Front passenger position

3. The booster seat should be positioned on

If

fit.

the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint or headrest to obtain the correct booster seat the head restraint or headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint or headrest when the booster seat is removed. See “Head restraints” earlier in this section or “Adjustable headrest (Hardtop models)” earlier in this section for head restraint or headrest adjustment, re- moval and installation information. If the seating position does not have an

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adjustable head restraint or headrest and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat.

4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.

5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.

6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc- tions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in “Seat belts” earlier in this section.

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7.

If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light may or may not illuminate depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat used. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

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PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM GUID-7DBBCDDD-81AC-4813-B231-7475F02B5DFA This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section contains important information concern- ing the following systems: . Driver and passenger supplemental

front- impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System) Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag

. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag (for Hardtop models)

. Door-mounted curtain side-impact and roll- over supplemental air bag (for CrossCabrio- let models)

. Seat belt pretensioner Supplemental front-impact air bag system: The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions. The side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

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should always be correctly worn and the occupant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and door finishers. (See “Seat belts” earlier in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

After pushing the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the systems are operational.

In a side impact,

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag system (for Hardtop models): This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact or rollover collisions. the curtain and rollover air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. In a rollover, the curtain and rollover air bags on both sides are designed to inflate. Under both side-impact and rollover situations, the curtain air bags will remain inflated for a short period of time. Door-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag system (for CrossCabriolet models): This system can help cushion the impact force to the heads of the driver and front passenger in certain side- impact or rollover collisions. In a side impact, the curtain and rollover air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. In a rollover, the curtain and rollover air bags on both sides are designed to inflate. Under both side-impact and rollover situations, the curtain air bags will remain inflated for a short period of time. These supplemental restraint systems are de- signed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts

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WARNING

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

The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit or if the front passenger seat is unoccupied. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

The seat belts and the front air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The front air bags inflate with great force. Even with the NISSAN Ad- vanced Air Bag System, if you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sit- ting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit

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crease the risk that they are injured if the front air bag inflates.

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

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

T h e f r o n t p a s s e n g e r s e a t i s equipped with an occupant classifi- cation sensor (pattern sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag OFF under some conditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be properly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

. Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could in-

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WARNING

. Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding posi- tions are shown in the illustrations. . Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain and rollover air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible.

. Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear- facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for details.

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Do not lean against doors or windows.

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WARNING

Front seat-mounted side-impact sup- plemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supple- mental air bags (Hardtop models) or door-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags (Cross- Cabriolet models):

The side air bags and curtain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear im- pact or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help

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

reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

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

. When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be espe- cially careful with children, who should always be properly re- strained. Some examples of danger- ous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

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10. Air bag Control Unit (ACU)

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Hardtop models

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NISSAN ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM (front seats) 1. 2. 3.

Crash zone sensor Supplemental front-impact air bag modules Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag modules Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) Occupant classification system control unit

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Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators Seat belt pretensioners Satellite sensors

8. 9.

7.

6.

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It

This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regulations. is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may inflate if type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper front air bag operation. The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System has dual stage air bag inflators. The system monitors information from the crash zone sensor, satellite sensor, Air bag Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle sensors and occupant classification sensor Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage for the driver. For the front passenger, the occupant classification sensor is also monitored. Based on information from the sensors, only one Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-55

the forces in another

(pattern sensor).

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CrossCabriolet models

1. 2. 3.

4. 5. 6.

Crash zone sensor Supplemental front-impact air bag modules Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags Occupant classification system control unit Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) Dual pop-up roll bars

7.

8.

Door-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators Door-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags Satellite sensors

9. 10. Seat belt pretensioners 11. Air bag Control Unit (ACU)

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in this section for

front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. Additionally, the front passenger air bag may be automatically turned OFF under some conditions, depending on the information provided by the occupant classification sensor. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, the passenger air bag status light will be illuminated (if the seat is unoccupied, the light will not be illuminated, but the air bag will be off). (See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later further details.) One front air bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the system. If you have any questions about your air bag system, contact NISSAN or a NISSAN dealer. If you are considering modification of your vehicle due to a disability, you may also contact NISSAN. Contact information is contained in the front of this Owner’s Manual. When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. Front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the head

and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. Even with NISSAN Advanced Air Bags, 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. The front air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, the air bag module during inflation. The front air bags will deflate quickly after a collision. The front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

After pushing the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.

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Front passenger air bag and status light

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WARNING

The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some conditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is necessary for most effective protection. Failure to follow all instructions in this manual concerning the use of seats, seat belts and child restraints can increase the risk or severity of injury in

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an accident.

Status light: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
The front passenger air bag status light is located on the instrument panel below the air conditioner controls. After the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the front passenger air bag status light illuminates for about 7
seconds and then turns off or illuminates depending on the front passenger occupied status. The light operates as follows: . Unoccupied passenger seat: The

light is OFF and the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.

. Passenger’s seat occupied by a small adult, child or child restraint as outlined in this section: The illuminates to indicate that the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.

light

. Occupied passenger seat and the passen- ger meets the conditions outlined in this section: The light is OFF to indicate that the front passenger air bag is opera- tional.

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The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated under some conditions as described

below as permitted by U.S. regulations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system. The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag to certain front passenger seat occupants, such as children, by requiring the air bag to be automatically turned OFF. The occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) is in the front passenger seat cushion and is designed to detect an occupant and objects on the seat. For example, if a child is in the front passenger seat, the Advanced Air Bag System is designed to turn the passenger air bag OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regulations is on the seat, the occupant classification sensor can detect it and cause the air bag to turn OFF. Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as outlined in this manual should not cause the passenger air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF, however, if the occupant does not sit in the seat properly (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out of position), this could cause the

sensor to turn the air bag OFF. Always be sure to be seated and wearing the seat belt properly for the most effective protection by the seat belt and supplemental air bag. NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and chil- dren be properly restrained in a rear seat. NISSAN also recommends that appropriate child restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor is designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for specified child restraints. Failing to properly secure child restrains and to use the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) may allow the restraint to tip or move in an accident or sudden stop. This can also result in the passenger air bag inflating in a crash instead of being OFF. (See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for proper use and installation.) If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the passenger air bag is designed not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects placed on the seat could result in air bag inflation, because of the object being detected by the occupant classification sensor. Other conditions could also result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is standing on the seat, or if two children are on the seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual. Always be sure that you and all vehicle Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-57

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OFF). Your NISSAN dealer can check that the system is OFF by using a special tool. However, until you have confirmed with your dealer that your air bag is working properly, reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. The air bag system and passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a change in the passenger seat status. However, if the seat becomes unoccupied, the air bag status light will remain off. If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning light , located in the meter and gauges area, will blink. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions

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WARNING

. Do not place any objects on the steering wheel pad or on the instru- ment panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the front air bags inflate.

. Do not place objects with sharp edges on the seat. Also, do not place heavy objects on the seat that will leave permanent impressions in the seat. Such objects can damage the seat or occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor). This can affect the operation of the air bag system and result in serious perso- nal injury.

. Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot steam cleaners) on the seat. This can damage the seat or occu- pant classification sensor. This can also affect the operation of the air bag system and result in serious personal injury.

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

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

is in the seat but

occupants are seated and restrained properly. Using the passenger air bag status light, you can monitor when the front passenger air bag is automatically turned OFF with the seat occu- pied. The light will not illuminate when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. If an adult occupant the passenger air bag status light is illuminated (indicating that the air bag is OFF), it could be that the person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat properly. If a child restraint must be used in the front seat, the passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depending on the size of the child and the type of child restraint being used. If the air bag status light illuminated (indicating that the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly. Make sure that the child restraint is installed properly, the seat belt is positioned properly. If the air bag status light is not illuminated, reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. If the passenger air bag status light will not illuminate even though you believe that the child restraint, the seat belts and the occupant are properly positioned, the system may be sensing an unoccupied seat (in which case the air bag is

is used properly and the occupant

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inform the buyer about the front air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

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

Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing additional trim material around the air bag system. . Modifying or tampering with the front passenger seat may result in serious personal injury. For exam- ple, do not change the front seats by placing material on the seat cushion or by installing additional trim ma- terial, such as seat covers, on the seat that is not specifically designed to assure proper air bag operation. Additionally, do not stow any ob- jects under the front passenger seat or the seat cushion and seatback. Such objects may interfere with the proper operation of the occupant

classification sensor.

. No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the seat belt system. This may affect the front air bag system. Tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal in- jury.

. Work on and around the front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of elec- trical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Un- authorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system.

. A cracked windshield should be replaced immediately by a qualified repair facility. A cracked windshield could affect the function of the supplemental air bag system.

The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you

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