1997 Nissan Quest Owners Manual

When cleaning the inner side of the window, be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defogger.

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HEADLIGHT CONTROL SWITCH

AUTOLAMP SWITCH (if so equipped)

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (for Canada) The headlights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The day- time running lights operate with the head- light switch in the OFF position or in the position. Turn the headlight switch to position for full illumination when

the driving at night. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate once the parking brake is re- leased. The daytime running lights will re- main on until the ignition switch is turned OFF.

WARNING

When the daytime light system is ac- tive, tail lights on your vehicle will not be on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others.

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position:

Lighting Turn the dial to the The front parking, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument lights come on. Turn the dial to the Headlights come on and all of the previously listed lights remain on. To select the high beam, push the turn signal lever away from you. The lever latches in place. Pull it back to select the low beam.

position:

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The autolamp system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automati- cally. The autolamp system can turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark, turn off the headlights when it is light, and keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF. To set the autolamp system: 1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position. If the headlight switch is in the the auto- lamp system is canceled.

position,

or

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2. Turn the ignition key to ON.

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3. Use the autolamp switch to activate the autolamp feature. It is to the left of the steering wheel.

4. Turn the switch to the right. A slight detent in the switch indicates it has been turned past the off position. After the switch is turned past the autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off.

the detent,

Shut-off delay The length of time the autolamps stay on after the ignition is turned to OFF depends on how far the switch is turned to the right. If the switch is turned all the way to the right, the headlights stay on about three minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. If the switch is turned only a little way to the right, the headlights may stay on for less than a minute. To turn the autolamp system off, turn the switch all the way to the left until the detent is felt.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

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Be sure you do not put anything on top of the photo sensor located in the top right side of the instrument panel. The photo sensor controls the autolamp; if it is covered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark out and the headlights will illuminate.

Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signal cancels automati- cally. Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch. Passing signal Pulling the lever toward you turns the head- light high beam on. Release it and the headlight high beam goes off.

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CORNERING LIGHT

INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

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The cornering light provides additional illu- mination toward the turning direction. The light on the turning direction side comes on when a turn is signaled with the headlights on.

The instrument brightness control operates when the light switch is in the or position, or when the autolamp system

is operating. Pressing the right side of the switch bright- ens the instrument panel lights; pressing the left side of the switch dims the instrument panel lights.

Push the switch to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions. All turn signal lights flash. Press the switch again to turn the hazard warning flashers off.

WARNING

c When stalled or stopped on the road- way under emergency conditions, move the vehicle well off the road.

c Do not use the switch while moving on the highway unless unusual cir- cumstances force you to drive so

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CIGARETTE LIGHTER (accessory) AND ASHTRAY

slowly that your vehicle might be- come a hazard to other traffic.

c Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flashers can be actuated with the igni- tion switch either OFF or ON. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving.

Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighter is heated, it springs out. Return the lighter to its original position after use.

CAUTION

The cigarette lighter socket is a power source for the cigarette lighter element only. The use of the cigarette lighter socket as a power source for any other accessory is not recommended.

WARNING

The cigarette lighter should not be used while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation.

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The cigarette lighter element is an acces- sory. A genuine NISSAN Cigarette Lighter or equivalent can be purchased from your local NISSAN dealer. The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.

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REAR POWER POINT

COIN TRAY

The rear power point is located on the driver’s side trim panel of the second row seats. Open the cover to gain access to the power point. Use the power point to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. Follow the installation instruc- tions included with your electrical equip- ment. When not in use, always close the power point cover.

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CAUTION

When using the power point: c Maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 10
amps.

c Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can discharge your battery.

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The slide-out coin tray is located in the instrument panel below the radio controls. Do not place valuable items in the coin tray.

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COMPACT DISC AND AUDIO CASSETTE STORAGE COMPARTMENT

CUP HOLDER

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The audio cassette and compact disc stor- age compartment is located in the instru- ment panel below the ashtray and lighter. To open the storage compartment, pull out on the handle.

To use the cup holder, pull the cover away from the side of the front passenger seat. Pull the cup holder out of the cover. To store the cup holder, push it back into the cover and lift the cover to its original position against the side of the seat.

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WARNING

The driver should not pull out the cup holder or remove or insert cups into the cup holder while driving in order that

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POWER WINDOW

WARNING

c Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle before closing the windows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unex- pected use of the power windows.

c Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could un- knowingly activate switches or con- trols and become trapped in a window. Unattended children could become involved in serious acci- dents.

full attention may be given to the driving operation.

CAUTION

c Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liq- uid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger.

c Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident.

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Second row cup holder (if so equipped) Vehicles equipped with Captain’s chairs in the second row have a cup holder attached to the side of the left seat. Simply pull the cup holder out from the seat to use.

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Locking passenger’s window When the power window lock-out button is pushed in, the passenger side window can- not be opened or closed. Push the power window lock-out button again to cancel this feature.

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The main switch (on the driver side) opens or closes the driver’s or the passenger’s window. To open the window, press the switch down. To close the window, lift the switch up. The power windows operate when the igni- tion key is in the ON position, or for 15
minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened during this 15 minute period, delayed power to the windows is cancelled.

AUTOMATIC POWER WINDOW SWITCH To fully open the driver side window, press down firmly on the switch and release it; you do not need to hold the switch down. The window automatically opens all the way. The automatic feature can be interrupted before the window is fully open by briefly lifting up on the switch as the window moves down.

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SUNROOF (if so equipped)

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The passenger side switch opens or closes the passenger window only. To open the window, press the switch down. To close the window, lift the switch up.

The sunroof operates when the ignition key is in the ON position, or for 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF posi- tion. If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened during this 15 minute period, de- layed power to the sunroof is cancelled. Sliding the sunroof To open the roof, push and hold the OPEN side of the switch. To close the roof, push and hold the CLOSE side.

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Tilting the sunroof To tilt up, first close the sunroof, then push the UP side of the tilt switch. To close the sunroof, push the DOWN side of the tilt switch. Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it forward or backward. The shade opens when the sunroof opens, but it must be closed manually.

WARNING

c In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open sunroof. Always use seat belts and child restraints.

c Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the sunroof is clos- ing.

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MANUAL REAR WINDOWS

POWER REAR WINDOWS (if so equipped)

CAUTION

c Remove water drops, snow, ice or sunroof before

sand from the opening.

c Do not place any heavy object on the

sunroof or surrounding area.

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To open the manual rear windows, pull the rear portion of the latch toward you until it releases. To lock the window in the open position, push the latch rearward until you hear it latch. To close the windows, pull the latch toward you and push the rear portion of the latch toward the rear of the vehicle until you feel it latch.

Use the vent buttons on the power sunroof controls to open and close the power rear windows. To open one of the rear power windows, press the indented side of the switch. To close the window, press the raised side of the switch. The power rear windows operate when the ignition key is in the ON position, or for 15
minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened during this 15 minute period, delayed power to the rear windows is can- celled.

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CLOCK

approximately ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode. How to set the clock 1. Turn the radio on. (Time is displayed

while the radio is off).

2. Push and hold the CLK button;

press the SEEK button either

then, or to adjust the hours, and press the to

or

TUNE button either adjust the minutes.

The digital clock displays time when the ignition key is in ACC or ON. If clock does not Readjust the time.

the power supply is disconnected,

indicate the correct

the time.

NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no A.M./P.M. indications.

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How to view the clock mode Push the CLK button to alternate the radio frequency and the time in the display. In the clock mode, press any radio function to automatically display the radio frequency for

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INTERIOR LIGHTS

PERSONAL READING LIGHT

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The interior lights operate regardless of ignition key position. One interior light is located overhead near the front seats and one is overhead near the rear seat. The interior switches: c When the switch is in the OFF position, the interior light does not illuminate, re- gardless of door position.

lights have three-position

c When the switch is in the center O posi- tion, the light illuminates when a door is opened.

c When the switch is in the ON position, the interior light illuminates, whether any door is open or closed.

CAUTION

Leaving the interior light switch in the ON position for extended periods of time will result in a discharged battery.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS When the back door is opened, the luggage compartment light and the rear interior light illuminate. When the back door is closed, the lights go off.

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The driver’s side, second row seating posi- tion has a personal reading light located in the overhead trim panel. To turn the light on, press once on the right-hand side of the light cover. To turn the light off, press again on the right-hand side of the light cover.

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SPOTLIGHTS

To turn on the spotlights, press the switches next to the lights. To turn them off, press the switches again.

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2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Key .........................................................................2-2
Door locks ..............................................................2-2
Manual door lock....................................................2-2
Child safety sliding door lock .................................2-4
Power door lock (if so equipped)...........................2-5
Multi-remote control system (if so equipped).........2-7
Battery replacement ...............................................2-8
Illuminated entry system ........................................2-9
Hood release........................................................2-10
Rear door lock......................................................2-11
Cargo net (if so equipped) ...................................2-13
Luggage rack (if so equipped) .............................2-14
Fuel filler lid and cap............................................2-15
Seats/floor mats ...................................................2-15
Seating arrangements..........................................2-15
Floor mat positioning............................................2-17
Seven passenger seating ....................................2-17

Three-passenger bench seat in storage position .................................................................2-17
Five passenger seating........................................2-18
Five passenger seating with cargo room.............2-18
Three-passenger bench seat in fully forward position .................................................................2-19
Floor mat positioning aid......................................2-20
Seat positions.......................................................2-21
With second row bench seat................................2-21
With second row bucket seats.............................2-24
Seats ....................................................................2-26
Manual front seat adjustment...............................2-26
Power front seat adjustment (if so equipped) ....................................................2-28
Head restraints.....................................................2-30
Armrests ...............................................................2-30
Underseat storage tray.........................................2-31
Tabletop seats......................................................2-31

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Flexible seating .................................................2-32
Sliding three-passenger seat ...............................2-38
Supplemental restraint system (supplemental air bag system).....................................................2-42
Supplemental air bag system...............................2-45
Warning labels......................................................2-47
Supplemental air bag warning light......................2-47
Seat belts .............................................................2-49
Precautions on seat belt usage ...........................2-49
Child safety...........................................................2-50
3-point type with retractor ....................................2-51
3-point type seat belt with retractor for second row bucket seats ..................................................2-53
Three-passenger bench seat ...............................2-57
2-point type without retractor (center of three-passenger bench seat) ...............................2-58
Seat belt extenders ..............................................2-60
Seat belt maintenance .........................................2-60

Child restraints for infants and small children......2-60
Installation at three-passenger bench seat center position......................................................2-62
Installation at second and third row outboard positions ...............................................................2-63
Child restraint with top tether strap......................2-65
Installation on second row bench or bucket seat.......................................................................2-66
Installation on three-passenger bench seat in second row...........................................................2-67
Installation on three-passenger bench seat in third row................................................................2-68
Integrated child safety seats (if so equipped)......2-71
Tilting steering wheel ...........................................2-78
Outside mirror control...........................................2-79
Outside mirrors.....................................................2-80
Inside mirror .........................................................2-80
Vanity mirror.........................................................2-80

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KEY

DOOR LOCKS

MANUAL DOOR LOCK To lock the front doors or sliding door from the outside, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle. To unlock, turn it toward the rear.

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Record the key number on the key number plate and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet), NOT IN THE CAR. A key number plate is supplied with your key. Keep the plate in a safe place. NISSAN does not record key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate. A key number is necessary only when you have lost all vehicle keys and do not have one to duplicate. If you still have a key, this key can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer or locksmith shop. Two keys are supplied with your vehicle — one has a plastic head and one is all metal. Both keys perform the same functions.

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Locking the doors without the key To lock the doors from the outside without a key, move the inside lock knob so LOCKED is visible, then close the door. When locking the door this way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle.

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Sliding door lock To lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle, press the door lock rocker switch on the side marked L. To unlock, press the rocker switch on the side marked U. Only the sliding door locks and unlocks by using the door lock rocker switch.

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WARNING

c Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintention- ally opening the doors, and will help keep out intruders.

c Before opening any door, always look

for and avoid oncoming traffic.

c Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches or controls. Un- attended become involved in serious accidents.

children

could

CAUTION

c Always use the door handle to open or close the sliding door. Do not attempt to open or close the door by merely plac- ing your hand on the door edge or door slide roller, as this may cause injury.

c When opening the sliding door on a slope, ensure that it is fully open and that it does not close by itself.

CHILD SAFETY SLIDING DOOR LOCK Child safety locking helps prevent doors from being opened accidentally, especially when small children are in the vehicle. When the lever is in the LOCK position, the sliding door can be opened only from the outside.

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POWER DOOR LOCK (if so equipped) c Operating the lock-unlock switch locks or

unlocks all doors.

c If the power door lock switch is pressed when the sliding door is open, the sliding door automatically locks when it is closed.

WARNING

c Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic. c Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They may inadvert- ently activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

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c Turning a door key to the rear unlocks

that door.

c Turning a door key to the front locks all doors. This function can be operated from the driver or passenger doors.

c Pushing a front door lock knob in locks all doors. When locking the doors this way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vehicle. All doors automatically unlock with the key in the ignition.

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Selective unlock c If the vehicle has the multi-remote control system, turning the door key one time to the rear of the vehicle unlocks the corre- sponding door. From that position, re- turning the key to Neutral (where the key can only be removed and inserted) and turning it to the rear again within 5 sec- onds unlocks all doors. This function and locking all doors can be operated from the driver, passenger or sliding door.

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MULTI-REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (if so equipped)

It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turn the interior lights on or off, and activate the panic alarm by using the remote controller from outside the vehicle. Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle before locking the doors and leaving it. The remote controller can operate at a distance of approximately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle. (The effective distance depends on the conditions around the vehicle.) As many as four remote controllers can be used with one vehicle. For more information concerning the purchase and use of addi- tional remote controllers, contact your NIS- SAN dealer.

CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occur- rences which will damage the remote controller: c Do not allow the remote controller to

become wet.

c Do not drop the remote controller. c Do not strike the remote controller

sharply against another object.

c Do not place the remote controller for an extended period in an area where temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

Locking doors 1. Close all of the doors. 2. Push the controller.

button on the multi-remote

3. All of the doors lock. 4. The parking lights flash twice and the horn chirps to verify all the doors are locked.

Unlocking doors 1. Push the

button on the multi-remote controller. Only the driver side door un- locks.

2. The interior lights come on and stay on

for 30 seconds.

3. Push the

button on the multi-remote controller again within five seconds. The passenger doors and the rear door un- lock.

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The interior lights can be turned off without waiting 30 seconds by either turning the ignition to ON or locking the doors with the multi-remote controller. Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threat- ened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention as follows: 1. Push the

button on the remote con-

troller for at least one full second.

2. The theft warning alarm (horn) sounds and the headlights and tail lights flash for 30 seconds.

3. The panic alarm stops when: c it has run for 30 seconds, or c the c the

or the button is pressed, or button is released and re-pushed.

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Replace the two batteries as follows: 1. Remove the screw and open the lid. 2. Replace the batteries with new ones. Insert the batteries as illustrated above.

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Recommended batteries: Sanyo CR2016
or equivalent.

3. Close the lid securely and install

the

screw.

4. Press the

button, then the

button

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two or three times to check the multi- remote controller operation.

If the batteries are removed for any rea- son other than replacement, perform step 4 above. c An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. c The multi-remote controller is water- resistant; however, if it does get wet, immediately wipe completely dry.

c The operational range of the multi- remote controller extends to approxi- mately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle. This range may vary with conditions.

FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not

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cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM

The interior lights, the cargo light, the glove box light, the stepwell lights near the sliding door and on the front doors, and the footwell lights near the driver’s and front passen- ger’s feet illuminate when the front and sliding doors are opened. These lights gradually dim to off within 30 seconds or turn off immediately when the key is turned to ON. Battery saver If the vehicle doors are not fully closed and the interior lights remain illuminated, they eventually turn off automatically to prevent the battery from becoming discharged. Lights that illuminate when the front doors and/or the sliding door are open turn off after approximately 30 minutes. Lights that illuminate when the back door is open turn off after approximately 60 minutes. If the personal reading lamp is left on when the key is removed from the ignition, it turns off automatically in 30 minutes.

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HOOD RELEASE

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1. Pull

the hood lock release handle s1
located below the instrument panel; the hood then springs up slightly.

2. Pull up on the lever s2 at the front of the

hood and raise the hood.

3. Insert the support rod s3 into the slot on

the underside of the hood.

4. When closing the hood, reset the support rod to its original position, then slowly close the hood and make sure it locks into place.

WARNING

c Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Failure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident.

c If you see steam or smoke coming to

from the engine compartment, avoid injury do not open the hood.

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REAR DOOR LOCK

Key operation To unlock the rear door, turn the key coun- terclockwise. To open the rear door, lift up on the opener handle near the license plate. To close, lower and push the rear door down securely. To lock the rear door without the key, set the lock lever to the lock position following the ‘‘Push to Lock’’ instructions near the latch, then close the rear door securely.

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WARNING

Do not drive with the rear door or glass open. This could allow dangerous ex- haust gases to be drawn into the ve- hicle. See ‘‘Exhaust gas’’ in the ‘‘Start- ing and driving’’ section.

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To lock the rear door with the key, turn the key clockwise as shown in the illustration. Turning the key fully clockwise unlocks the rear window on models equipped with the flip-up rear window. The rear wiper auto- matically lowers when the key is turned fully clockwise. Do not force the wiper to lower by hand. To close the rear window, firmly push on the window until it locks in place.

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CARGO NET (if so equipped)

The cargo net keeps packages in the cargo area from moving around while your vehicle is driven. To install loops to the four retainers. To remove the cargo net, detach the four loops from the cargo net retainers.

the cargo net, attach the four

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WARNING

c Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per- sonal injury.

c Be sure to secure all four loops onto the retainers. The cargo restrained by the net must not exceed 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) or the net may not stay secured.

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LUGGAGE RACK (if so equipped)

Always distribute the luggage evenly on the luggage rack. Do not load more than 100
pounds (45 kg). Be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or its Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR front and rear). The GVWR and GAWR are located on the Safety Com- pliance Certification Label (located on the driver’s door pillar). For more information regarding GVWR and GAWR, refer to ‘‘Technical and Consumer Information’’. The front and rear cross-bars can be ad- justed forward and backward. Place your luggage between the bars, adjust the bars,

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and secure the luggage with rope to the bars. Always check the tightness of the adjusting knobs. There are also adjustable loops on the side bars for the rope attach- ment.

CAUTION

Use care when placing or removing items from the luggage rack. If you cannot comfortably lift the items onto the luggage rack from the ground, use a ladder or stool.

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FUEL FILLER LID AND CAP

SEATS/FLOOR MATS

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To open the fuel filler lid, grasp the right hand edge of the lid and pull. The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch- eting clicks are heard. Ensure the plastic tether doesn’t get caught between the gas cap and the fuel filler neck.

SEATING ARRANGEMENTS Many different arrangements for passenger seating or cargo hauling are available as you will see in the following illustrations. The second row seats may be removed and the third row seat may be moved forward to the second row seating position. The second and third row seats have an optional fold- down table-top feature. This offers a variety of uses for the vehicle when moving or stopped. The illustrations shown reflect the different seating positions available. Before you begin to arrange the seats in your vehicle, read all of the cautions and warnings in this chapter, including the following section on the removable floor mats. Also observe any labels that are in the vehicle.

WARNING

c Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain con- ditions. You could be burned or se- riously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling.

c Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap one-half turn, and wait for any ‘‘hissing’’ sound to stop to pre- vent fuel from spraying out and pos- sible personal injury. Then remove the cap.

c Use only a genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in safety valve needed for proper op- eration of the fuel system and emis- sion control system. An incorrect cap can result in a serious malfunc- tion and possible injury.

CAUTION

If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint damage.

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WARNING

c While the vehicle is in motion, pas- sengers should always be seated in a forward facing direction in a seat which is properly secured and ad- justed. Seat belts should always be used. Sitting without a seat belt in a seat that is not properly secured in one of the locations shown in this chapter, or in a place without a seat and seat belt can result in personal injury in a sudden stop or collision. 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 acci- dent, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju- ries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

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

c It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these ar- eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. c Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

c Do not place hard items such as coffee mugs or drinking glasses on the tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving. Any item can become a projectile inside a vehicle involved in a collision. To help prevent personal injury, never leave loose items on the fold-down tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving.

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FLOOR MAT POSITIONING

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SEVEN PASSENGER SEATING Removable floor mats Whenever you remove the mats for any reason, the mats must be reinstalled before passengers ride in your vehicle. The floor mats are specifically designed to keep objects out of the seat tracks.

THREE-PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN STORAGE POSITION

CAUTION

It is important to replace the floor mats whenever they are removed for any reason. The floor mats are intended to help prevent the possibility that high heeled shoes or similar objects might become stuck in the seat tracks. Failure to replace the floor mats might result in personal injury.

Be sure to keep the seat tracks clear of debris by cleaning them periodically. Review the following illustrations so you will know the proper way to place the floor mats with the various seating arrangements available in your vehicle.

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FIVE PASSENGER SEATING

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FIVE PASSENGER SEATING WITH CARGO ROOM The step mat is not used in this seating configuration.

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the vehicle that

c Do not allow people to ride in any area of is not equipped with seats and seat belts. c Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and is using a seat belt properly.

c Failure to follow proper seating in- structions in this section could re- sult in serious personal injury in an accident or during a sudden stop.

the floor mat positioning brackets located at the base of the front seats. Push the positioning pins into the seat tracks to ensure correct installation, then straighten the mats as necessary. The step mat has holes in addition to pins. When the mats are arranged properly, the positioning pins of the two mats on either side of the step mat should fit through the holes in the step mat and into the seat track.

WARNING

c No occupant should ride in a vehicle seat unless it is in a normal riding arrangement and the seat belts are properly used.

c It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these ar- eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

c Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per- sonal injury.

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FLOOR MAT POSITIONING AID Positioning pins are attached to three of the floor mats. The cargo mat and front mats do not have pins. However, the front floor mats each have a grommet which is placed over

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WITH SECOND ROW BENCH SEAT The most common seating arrangement for seven passengers is with the three- passenger bench seat in seating position #1. This provides more leg room for the passengers sitting in the third row.

When more cargo area room is necessary, the three-passenger sliding bench seat can be moved to seating position #2. This seat- ing arrangement provides less leg room for third row passengers, but more cargo area room.

The fold-down tabletop seats in the second and third rows provide a surface for eating or playing games on long trips.

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If a considerable amount of cargo area room is needed, the seat cushion of the three-passenger sliding bench seat can be flipped up and the seat can be moved up to storage position #2, just behind the second row seat.

When maximum cargo area is needed and there are no rear seat passengers, the second row seat can be removed and the three-passenger sliding bench seat can be moved up to storage position #1, just behind the front seats.

The second row bench seat can be folded down to serve as a tabletop for passengers sitting in the three-passenger bench seat.

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The second and third row bench seats can be folded down to tabletops.

To increase cargo area space, the second row bench seat can be removed and the three-passenger sliding seat can be moved up to the second row position.

The third seat can be folded down into a tabletop.

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With the third seat folded down and the second seat removed, cargo can be placed in between the front seats and the third row seat. People should not be allowed to ride in areas meant for cargo. Passen- gers should always be properly re- strained in seat belts.

The second row seat can be folded down and the third row seat can be moved just behind it in a storage position.

WITH SECOND ROW BUCKET SEATS The normal seating arrangement for seven passengers is with the three-passenger bench seat in seating position #1. This provides more leg room for the passengers sitting in the third row.

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When one passenger in the three- passenger bench seat would like more leg room, one of the second row bucket seats can be removed.

When more cargo area room is necessary, the three-passenger sliding bench seat can be moved to seating position #2. This seat- ing arrangement provides less leg room for third row passengers, but more cargo area room.

If passengers in the three-passenger bench seat would like more leg room, both second row bucket seats can be removed. The floor area should never be used by pas- sengers. Passengers should always be properly restrained by seat belts.

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SEATS

MANUAL FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

c Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. The seat may move sud- denly and could cause loss of con- trol of the vehicle.

c After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

Forward and backward Rotate 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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Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback for- ward again, pull the lever and move your body forward. The seatback moves forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

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WARNING

Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

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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. See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’ later in this chapter.

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POWER FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

WARNING

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driv- ing. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle. c Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches or controls. Un- attended become involved in serious accidents.

children

could

Operating tips c The motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops dur- ing operation, wait 30 seconds, then re- activate the switch.

c Do not operate the power support seat for a long period of time when the engine is off. This discharges the battery.

Forward and backward adjustment To move the seat forward, push the raised side of the power slide switch. To move the seat backward, push the indented side of the switch. Release the switch to stop the movement of the seat.

Reclining To recline the seat, push the indented side of the power recliner switch. To return to a more upright position, push the raised side of the switch. Release the switch to stop the movement of the seatback.

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Seat height adjustment To raise the height of the seat, push the raised side of the power seat height switch and release it when the desired position has been reached. To lower the height of the seat, push the indented side of the switch and release it when the desired position has been reached.

Lumbar support To inflate the lumbar support, push the raised side of the power lumbar switch and release it when the desired position has been reached. To deflate the lumbar sup- port, push the indented side of the switch. The power lumbar pump motor continues to operate after the lumbar support is fully inflated. Release the switch when the lum- bar stops inflating.

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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.

Some seat arrangements may require re- moval of the head restraints when the seat is in a storage position and not to be used by passengers.

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ARMRESTS To use the armrests on any seat, pull them down to the resting position.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjust the top of the head restraints level with the top of your ears. To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower, push in the release button and push the head restraint down.

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WARNING

c Never place hard items such as cof- fee mugs or drinking glasses on the tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving. Any item can become a pro- jectile inside a vehicle involved in a collision. To help prevent personal injury, never leave loose items on the folded-down tabletop seats when the vehicle is moving.

c Do not use the tabletop and cup holder feature while the vehicle is in motion unless you are properly seated with your seat belt on.

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UNDERSEAT STORAGE TRAY Some front passenger seats have an under- seat storage tray.

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TABLETOP SEATS The second and third row seats convert into tabletops with built-in cupholders. To use the tabletop seats, lift up on the seatback release lever and fold the seatback forward.

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FLEXIBLE SEATING

Removing and installing the second row bench seat

WARNING

c Do not remove or install seats while

the vehicle is moving.

c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked. 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 acci- dent you could be thrown into it and

receive neck or other serious inju- ries. 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. See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’ later in this chapter. c When adjusting or moving any of the seats in your vehicle, do not use any of the seat belt buckles, tongues, or

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webbing to carry or move the seats. Lifting the seats by any of the seat belts could damage them. Damaged seat belts should be replaced at your to fol- NISSAN dealer. Failure lowthese could in- crease the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident.

instructions

CAUTION

c The seats are heavy. Two people

should remove or install them.

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c Do not sit in seats that have been removed from the vehicle. They may tip over and you could be injured.

1. Lift up the recliner lever. 2. Fold the seatback fully forward. 3. Detach the single window tongue from the auxiliary buckle mounted to the side of the seat and store the tongue out of the way. (For detailed information, see ‘‘Two buckle seat belt system for the second row bench seat’’ later in this section.)

4. Unlock the seat legs at the two front floor

latch levers.

5. Lift the front of the seat. 6. Slide it rearward off

positions.

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all four seat legs are securely latched.

5. Insert the single window tongue into the auxiliary buckle mounted to the side of the seat.

Installing the second row bench seat Clean the area around the seat leg floor anchors before installing the seat. 1. With the seatback fully folded, place the seat behind the floor anchors and catch the seat leg hooks into each floor anchor. 2. Push down on the front of the seat cush- ion to secure the two front floor latches. 3. Lift up the recliner lever and raise the

seatback.

4. Rock the seat back and forth to be sure

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Removing second row bucket seats

WARNING

c Do not remove or install seats while

the vehicle is moving.

c After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

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 acci- dent you could be thrown into it and

c Do not sit in seats that have been removed from the vehicle. They may tip over and you could be injured.

1. Lift the recliner lever. 2. Fold the seatback fully forward.

receive neck or other serious inju- ries. 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. See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’ in this chapter.

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c When adjusting or moving any of the seats in your vehicle, do not use any of the seat belt buckles, tongues, or webbing to carry or move the seats. Lifting the seats by any of the seat belts could damage them. Damaged seat belts should be replaced at your NISSAN dealer. Failure to follow these instructions could increase the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident.

CAUTION

c The seats are heavy. Two people

should remove or install them.

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3. Unlock the seat legs at the two front floor

latch levers.

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4. Lift

the front of

the seat and slide it

rearward off the rear anchor positions.

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Installing the bucket seats Clean the area around the seat floor attach- ment. 1. With the seatback fully folded, place the seat behind the floor anchors and slide seat leg hooks so they catch into each floor anchor.

2. Push down on the front of the seat to

secure the two front floor latches.

3. Lift the recliner lever and raise the seat-

back.

4. Rock the seat back and forth to be sure it

is securely latched.

5. Lift up on seatback recliner lever to ad- just the seatback to the upright position. The second row bucket seats are not interchangeable. If you are having diffi- culty installing the seats, you may have them in the wrong location.

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Second row passenger side bucket seat The bucket seat near the sliding door can be moved forward to allow easier entry and exit for third seat passengers. There are also levers behind the bucket seat which allow third seat passengers to move the bucket seat forward without help from an- other passenger.

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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. See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’ in this chapter.

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c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to be sure both sides are se- curely locked.

SLIDING THREE-PASSENGER SEAT Reclining To recline the three-passenger seat, lift up on the lever and lean back until you reach the desired angle. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Some three-passenger seats do not have the recline feature.

WARNING

c Do not recline the seatback while the

vehicle is moving.

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 acci- dent you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju- ries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

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Sliding the three-passenger seat Before sliding the seat, fasten the center belt tongue to the center buckle and remove the appropriate floor mats.

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1. Lift the seat cushion release lever. 2. Lift the seat cushion up into the locked

position.

3. Lift the slide release lever and grasp the

bar under the seat in the center.

4. Slide the seat until locked at a passenger seating position or a storage position. After the seat starts moving, release the slide lever. The seat latches at the next latching position. Continue to lift and release the slide lever until the desired position is obtained. To lower the cushion,

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locked at a passenger seating position. Lift the seat cushion release lever and lower the cushion until locked. The seat cushion cannot be lowered in a storage position. This prevents a pas- senger from using a seat or seat belt that is out of a seating position.

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The seating system allows great flexibility. Proper usage is important to your safety.

WARNING

c Do not slide the seat while the ve-

hicle is moving.

c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to be sure it is securely locked. c After sliding the seat, check that both sides of the seat are locked securely by attempting to move each side of the seat forward and backward. This must be done before the vehicle is put into motion in order to prevent

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unintended movement of the seat and passenger injuries.

c Do not attempt

to use the seats placed into a storage position for passengers because in this position the seat belts will not protect the occupants. Be sure to use the proper seat belts for each seat location. Improper seat belt usage will in- crease the risk of severe injury in an accident.

c When the vehicle is being used to carry cargo, properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shift- ing. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

c Be careful not to damage the seat belt. Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on a seat that is in a storage position. It is not designed for passengers. They could be in- jured in sudden braking or a collision. luggage or packages from sliding forward during braking,

c To prevent

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do not stack anything in the cargo area higher than the seatbacks.

c It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these ar- eas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. c Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

c Be sure to replace and reposition floor mats as discussed in ‘‘Floor mat positioning’’ in this section.

c The three-passenger sliding bench seat is not intended to be removed from the vehicle by consumers. However, if it must be removed, have a qualified person remove it. That person should refer to the instruc- tions in the Service Manual. When seat the attaching bolts must be tightened to the appro- priate torque specifications. Failure

is reinstalled,

to follow these instructions could increase the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident.

Cleaning the seat tracks The seat tracks for the three-passenger sliding bench seat should be cleaned peri- odically with a high-powered vacuum cleaner. If the seat tracks become dirty it may reduce the ability to slide the seat. A wet cleansing agent may be used if neces- sary, but the seat tracks must be thoroughly dried. Use a cloth wrapped around a screwdriver (or similar object) to clean the seat tracks. Do not use your fingers to clean debris from the tracks. Do not apply any type of lubricant to the seat tracks.

CAUTION

Never insert fingers into the seat track rails. The rails may be sharp and could cause injury.

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (supplemental air bag system) This Supplemental Restraint System de- scription contains important information con- cerning the special driver and passenger supplemental air bag. The Supplemental Re- straint System Air Bag can help reduce im- pact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the seat belts and are not a substitute for the seat belts. The supplemental seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance from the steering wheel and instru- ment panel. (See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

WARNING

c The supplemental air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

c The seat belts and the supplemental air bag are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags inflate with great force. If you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideway, you

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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.

c Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always use the seatbelts.

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.

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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 previous illustrations.

c Children may be severly injured or killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly restrained.

c Also, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflat- ing supplemental air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. See ‘‘Child restraints for infants and small children’’ for details.

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM

The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although it may inflate if the forces in an- other 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 operation. When the supplemental air bag inflates, a

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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 unintentionally inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of breathing trouble should get fresh air promptly. The supplemental air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. They can help save lives and reduce seri- ous injuries. However, an inflating supple- mental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental air bags do

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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 dashboard. Since the supplemental air bag inflates quickly in order to help protect the occupant, the force of the supplemental air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or is against the supplemental air bag module during infla- tion. The supplemental air bag deflates 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 the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous pro- jectiles and cause injury if the supplemental air bag inflates.

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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 dam- age to the supplemental air bag system.