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

c Do not allow more than one person

to use the same seat belt.

c Never carry more people in the ve-

hicle than there are seat belts.

c If the seat belt warning light glows continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indi- cate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by an au- thorized NISSAN dealer.

c All seat belt assemblies,

including retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer after any collision. NISSAN recommends that all seat

belt assemblies in use during a colli- sion be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted.

CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants up to about Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-27

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1 year and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should be placed in rear facing child re- straints. Forward facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints.

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 US States and Canadian provinces re- quire the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. See ‘‘Child re- straints’’ later in this section. In addition, there are many types of child restraints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection. NISSAN recommends that all preteens and children be restrained in the rear seat if possible. According to accident statistics, children are safer when prop- 1-28 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

erly 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 (For precautions, see ‘‘Supplemental restraint system’’ earlier in this section). Infants and small children NISSAN recommends that infants and small children be placed in a child restraint that complies with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve- hicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instruc- tions for installation and use. Larger children Children who are too large for child re- straints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. If the child’s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck, the use of a booster seat (commercially available) may help overcome this. The booster seat should raise the child so the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low

on the hips. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve- hicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown enough so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is mov- ing. The child could be seriously in- jured or killed in an accident.

PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. Contact your doctor for spe- cific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn snug and positioned as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recommenda- tions.

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ARS1160

ARS1161

THREE-POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident

you could be thrown into it and re- ceive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. c For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly.

Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks.

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.

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later in this section for

‘‘Child restraints’’ more information. The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passen- ger, the locking mode should not be activated. If it is activated, it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

ARS1162

3. Position the lap belt portion low and

snug on the hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

The front seat passenger seat belt and rear three-point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. When the automatic locking mode is acti- vated, the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. Refer to

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Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts. Checking seat belt operation (Three-point type seat belt with retractor) Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement: 1) when the seat belt is pulled quickly from

the retractor, and

2) when the vehicle slows down rapidly.

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To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check their operation as follows. c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. the retractor does not

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

WARNING

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

c The shoulder belt 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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Shoulder belt height adjustment The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you (See ‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ earlier in this section.). To adjust, press the release button and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Release the button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.

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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.

Fastening the seat belt 1. Adjust the seat. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks.

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.

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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR FOR SECOND ROW BUCKET SEATS

WARNING

c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will

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3. Position the lap belt portion low on the

hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

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Two buckle seat belt system for the second row bench seat There is a two buckle seat belt system for the seating position of the second row bench seat next to the sliding door.

WARNING

c It is very important that you follow the instructions in this section before anyone rides in this seating position of the two-passenger bench seat.

c Failure to do so may result in im- proper positioning of seat belt which could lead to increased likelihood or severity of injury in a sudden stop or collision.

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ARS1124

The two-passenger bench seat in the sec- ond row has a seat belt system made up of two buckles and two tongues. There are two body attaching points (one upper and one lower) that attach each end of the seat belt webbing.

One of the seat belt tongues has two ‘‘win- dows’’ (or holes) and the other has only one ‘‘window’’. The seat belt tongue with one window attaches to the auxiliary buckle mounted to the side of the seat. The seat belt tongue with two windows should be

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positioned properly and fastened to the buckle mounted in the middle of the seat. When the two buckle seat belt system is not in use, the webbing can be secured with the seat belt clip. The seat belt clip should not be used with a child seat or during seat belt usage. The seat belt clip opening should face the front of the vehicle.

the three-passenger bench seat

When the two-passenger bench seat is re- moved from the vehicle, you must detach the single window tongue from the auxiliary buckle. If is moved up to the second row position, the outside passenger (near the passenger side sliding door) only needs to use the double window tongue and the standard buckle. Because the three-passenger bench seat is wider and closer to the passenger side sliding door, the single window seat belt tongue and the auxiliary buckle are not necessary.

ARS1126

A twisted belt may prevent the retractor from working properly. If the two buckle seat belt system is twisted, disengage the single window tongue from the auxiliary buckle on the side of the seat, remove the twist and reinstall the tongue into the auxiliary buckle until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Both tongues must be attached to their appropriate buckles whenever someone is riding in that seating position. If the tongue are released to allow a third row passenger to enter or exit, the tongues must be reattached.

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CAUTION

Third row passengers must be very careful when exiting because of the auxiliary seat belt. It is important to step over the seat belt guide and belt webbing to avoid tripping.

Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.

Checking seat belt operation (Three-point type seat belt with retractor) Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement: 1) when the seat belt is pulled quickly from

the retractor, and

2) when the vehicle slows down rapidly. To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check their operation as follows. c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly forward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. the retractor does not

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

THREE PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN THE SECOND ROW POSITION Fastening the seat belts When the three-passenger bench seat is moved up to the second row position, the passenger, on the passenger side, only needs to use the double window tongue and the standard buckle. Be- cause the three-passenger bench seat is wider and closer to the passenger side sliding doors, the single window seat belt tongue and the auxilliary buckle are not necessary. 1. Adjust the seat.

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ARS1197

ARS1084

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps.

3. Position the passenger side shoulder belt

in the shoulder belt retainer.

4. Position the lap belt portion low on the

hips as shown.

5. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

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WARNING

WARNING

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.

Use of the second row three-point seat belts by third row passengers could increase the chance or severity of in- jury in a sudden stop or an accident.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- tor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps.

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move, and allows you some freedom of move- ment in the seat.

Third row passenger shoulder belts are located slightly behind the third row seating position. Never try to use the seat belts for the second row passen- gers which are in front of the three- passenger bench seat.

ARS1213

THREE-PASSENGER BENCH SEAT Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat.

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TWO-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR (Center of three- passenger bench seat)

ARS1084

3. Position the lap belt portion low on the

hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

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Selecting correct set of belts The seat belt tongues must be fastened into the seat belt buckles as illustrated above.

WARNING

Any rear seat belt tongue will connect to any seat belt buckle; therefore, it is important to follow the illustration above. Failure to do so could increase the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident.

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ARS1115

ARS1076

Fastening the seat belt 1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until it

clicks.

2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of the belt away from the tongue, then pull the belt clip to take up the slack.

3. Position the lap belt low on the hips as

shown.

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ARS1058

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

Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the front seat lap belts and fasten them, an extender is available which is compatible with the in- stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap- proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See an autho-

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rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

WARNING

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

c Persons who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.

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

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

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

CHILD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

c Infants and small children should always be placed in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death.

c Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe acci- dent. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself.

c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rear-facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

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

c In general, child restraint systems are designed to be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a three- point type seat belt.

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

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

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CAUTION

Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint.

compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and some provinces or territories of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in ap- proved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

WARNING

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

c Follow all of

the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for in- stallation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.

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

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

c After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again.

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

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

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ARS1169

ARS1170

FRONT FACING INSTALLATION AT THREE-PASSENGER BENCH SEAT CENTER POSITION When you install a child restraint in a rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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

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ARS1172

ARS1173

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

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

properly secured prior to each use.

REAR FACING INSTALLATION AT THREE-PASSENGER BENCH SEAT CENTER POSITION When you install a child restraint in a rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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FRONT FACING INSTALLATION AT SECOND AND THIRD ROW OUTBOARD POSITIONS The following instructions apply to second row bucket seats, the second row bench seat and the outboard positions of the three- passenger bench seat.

WARNING

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if

When installing a child restraint in the two-passenger bench seat, is placed in the seating position next to the passenger side sliding door, be sure both the auxiliary buckle and main buckle are properly fastened. Failure to do so could increase the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident.

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

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

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

properly secured prior to each use.

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WARNING

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

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

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ARS1177

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

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

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ARS1180

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

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

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

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

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

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted (for the passenger side of the two-passenger bench seat, the auxilliary buckle must also be released), the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

REAR FACING INSTALLATION AT SECOND AND THIRD ROW OUTBOARD POSITIONS The following instructions apply to second row bucket seats, the second row bench seat and the outboard positions of the three- passenger bench seat.

WARNING

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

if

it

When installing a child restraint in the two-passenger bench seat, is placed in the seating position next to the passenger side sliding door, be sure both the auxiliary buckle and main buckle are properly fastened. Failure to do so could increase the chance and/or severity of injury in an accident.

WARNING

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

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ARS1182

ARS1183

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

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

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

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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted (for the passenger side of the two-passenger bench seat, the auxilliary buckle must also be released), the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

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

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

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

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

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CHILD RESTRAINT WITH TOP TETHER STRAP

A child restraint anchored with a top tether strap can be installed on the second row bench seat, second row bucket seat, or three-passenger bench seat in the second or third row. The chart indicates where the tether strap must be attached and the sec- tion of this manual that contains the instruc- tions for tethering.

Seat type

Position

Tether to

Reference

Bucket seat

Second row; center of seat

Anchor bracket on back of bucket seat

Two passenger bench seat

Second row; outboard seating positions

Two-passenger bench seat with integrated child safety seat

Second row; driver side seating position

Anchor bracket on back of second row bench seat

Anchor bracket on back of second row bench seat

Two-passenger bench seat with integrated child safety seat

Second row; passen- ger side seating posi- tion

CANNOT BE TETHERED

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Three-passenger bench seat

Second row; outboard seating position

Tongue of third row lap/shoulder belt di- rectly behind the child seat position

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Three-passenger bench seat

Three-passenger bench seat

Second row; center seating position

CANNOT BE TETHERED

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Third row; outboard or center seating posi- tion

*Floor anchor directly behind child seat posi- tion

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* The parcel shelf (if so equipped) must be removed prior to tethering the child seat.

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the center of the head restraint through to the back side of the seat.

INSTALLATION ON SECOND ROW BENCH OR BUCKET SEAT A child restraint with a top tether strap may be placed on the second row bench or bucket seats. Once the child restraint is properly secured to the seat (see ‘‘Front facing installation at second and third row outboard positions’’ earlier in this section), follow the directions to attach the tether strap to the tether strap anchor bracket, or the third row lap/shoulder belt tongue (lo- cated on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint).

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Tethering to second row bench or bucket seat To attach a tether strap to a second row bench or bucket seat: 1. Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint supports.

c The head restraint on the second row bucket seat with the integrated child seat is not adjustable, but there is an opening under the head restraint to route the tether strap through. Gently lift the head restraint and route the tether strap under

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ARS1193

ARS1199

2. Hook the tether strap into the slot in the anchor bracket on the second row seat (located on the lower back of the seat, in line with the head restraint).

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A child restraint with a top tether strap may be placed at the outboard positions on the three-passenger bench seat when the bench seat is in the second row location. Once the child restraint is properly secured to the seat (see ‘‘Front facing installation at second and third row outboard positions’’ earlier in this section), follow the directions to attach the tether strap to the third row lap/shoulder belt tongue (located on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint).

ARS1192

APD0839

3. Tighten the tether strap to remove any

slack.

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

5. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If not secure, repeat steps two through four.

INSTALLATION ON THREE- PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN SECOND ROW

WARNING

A third seat occupant should never sit at a seating location where the lap/ shoulder belt is being used to attach the child seat. Occupants should sit at locations where seat belts can be used. Remember to always wear your seat belt.

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more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

8. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locking, repeat steps 4 through 7.

APD0835

ARS1198

Tethering to lap/shoulder belt tongue To attach a tether strap to a third row lap/shoulder belt: 1. Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint supports.

2. Hook the tether strap into the large hole on the tongue of the third row lap/ shoulder belt (located near the upper and lower rear corners of the vehicle).

3. Adjust the tether strap until the hook is

about one foot behind the seatback.

4. Pull on the third row shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic lock- ing mode (child restraint mode).

5. Allow the belt

to retract. Tighten the

tether strap to remove any slack.

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

7. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any

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Tethering to floor When installing a child restraint on the three-passenger bench seat in the third row position, first install the floor anchor bracket (available at an authorized NISSAN dealer) to the provided anchor point. Bracket part #88894-89900
To gain access to an anchor point, cut along the perforated floor carpeting of the cargo area. Installing the anchor bracket requires re- moving the bolt already installed at the anchor point and using a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below:

Bolt diameter: 8.0 mm Bolt length: at least 1.18 in (30 mm) Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

WARNING

c Bolts should be installed at all times to prevent the possibility of exhaust fumes entering the passenger com- partment through the holes.

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INSTALLATION ON THREE- PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN THIRD ROW A child restraint with a top tether strap may be placed on the three-passenger bench seat when the bench seat is in the third row location. Once the child restraint is properly secured to the seat (see ‘‘Front facing in- stallation at second and third row outboard positions’’ or ‘‘Front facing installation at three-passenger bench seat center posi- tion’’ earlier in this section), follow the direc- tions to attach the tether strap to one of the anchor point locations. 1-56 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

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

c The parcel shelf

(if so equipped) must be removed from the vehicle if installing a child restraint on the three-passenger bench seat that re- quires the use of a top tether strap that is anchored to the vehicle floor. Failure to remove the parcel shelf can increase the severity of injury to the child in an accident.

Latch the tether strap hook onto the appro- priate anchor bracket. The tether strap should be secured to the floor anchor bracket which provides the straightest in- stallation.

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Anchor point locations Anchor point attaching bolts are located under the carpet of the rear luggage area floor.

WARNING

The anchor bolt should be installed at all times to prevent the possibility of exhaust fumes entering the passenger compartment through the holes.

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

Installation on front passenger seat

WARNING

c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat. Supplemental air bags inflate with great force. A rear-facing child re- straint could be struck by the supple- mental air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child.

c NISSAN recommends that child re- straints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you install a forward-

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facing child restraint in the front pas- senger seat, move the passenger seat to the rearmost position.

c A child restraint with a top strap should not be used in the front pas- senger seat.

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

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If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. It should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direc- tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat.

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

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

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

is fully retracted,

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

to remove any slack in the belt.

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

6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt locked, repeat steps 3
through 6.

is not

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these integrated child safety In addition, seats must only be used by children who meet the following requirements: c AGE:

At least one year old

c SEATED HEIGHT:

Top of child’s shoulders must be below the shoulder harness openings of the integrated child seat.

Children smaller than these requirements should be restrained in an appropriate sepa- rate child restraint. Children larger than these requirements should also be restrained in an appropriate separate child restraint or in the appropriate vehicle seat belt system. Refer to ‘‘Child Restraints’’ and ‘‘Precautions On Seat Belt Usage’’ in this section for important child safety information.

INTEGRATED CHILD SAFETY SEATS (if so equipped)

WARNING

c Failure to follow the instructions for the use of these integrated child safety seats can result in your child striking the vehicle’s interior during a sudden stop or crash, causing the injury or death of your child.

c Improper use of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occu- pants of the vehicle.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated. The optional second row bench seat con- tains two integrated child safety seats. These seats are designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 60
pounds (10-27 kg) and whose height is 45
inches (1145 mm) or less and who are capable of sitting upright alone.

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c Before placing the child in the inte- grated child safety seat, confirm that the bench seatback is securely locked and the seatback release le- ver is in full down position.

c Always make sure the integrated child safety seat belts are properly positioned on your child. The child should sit straight up and back against the bench seat. The shoulder harnesses should be centered over the shoulders and fastened with the chest clip. The belt buckle should be between the legs and latched to the shoulder belt tongue. Snugly adjust the belts around your child. Failure to properly position the child can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child in an accident.

Using the Integrated Child Safety Seats

WARNING:

c Never use the vehicle seat belts to restrain a child in an integrated child

safety seat. Use only the shoulder- harness and belt buckle which is part of the integrated child safety seat. Never use the integrated child safety seat as a booster cushion with the vehicle seat belts.

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Remember that the interior of a closed vehicle can become very hot when left in direct sunlight. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the integrated child safety seat.

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Securing the child Before using the integrated child safety seats, carefully read the shoulder har- ness, seatback release, and integrated child safety seat cushion labels. The following steps apply to both the left and right integrated child safety seats. 1. Be sure your child meets all of the re- quired age, weight and height require- ments for the safe use of the integrated child safety seat.

2. Be sure the second row bench seat is securely latched to the floor of the ve- hicle. Refer to ‘‘Flexible seating’’ in this chapter for proper seat installation proce- dures.

3. Be sure the second row bench seatback is locked by grasping it and trying to rock it back and forth. Also, check that the seatback release lever is in the full down position.

4. Pull the cushion release strap and lower the intregrated child safety seat cushion completely.

NOTE: The head restraints on the pas- senger bench seat equipped with the integrated child safety seats, are not adjustable or removable.

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5. If connected, separate the two halves of the shoulder harness from the belt buckle. Also if connected, disconnect the chest clip and lay the shoulder harness halves aside.

6. Place the child on the integrated child safety seat. Place the belt buckle be- tween the child’s legs.

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7. Place the left shoulder harness over the child’s left shoulder. Insert the left shoulder harness tongue into the left side of the belt buckle. Confirm that the left shoulder har- ness tongue indicator is green. The shoul- der harness tongues only fit into the proper sides of the belt buckle.

8. Place the right shoulder harness over the child’s right shoulder. Insert the right shoul- der harness tongue into the right side of the belt buckle. Confirm that the right shoulder harness tongue indicator is green. The shoulder harness tongues only fit into the proper sides of the belt buckle.

9. Fasten the two halves of the chest clip and confirm that the chest clip indicator is green. Adjust the chest clip (slightly lower than the child’s shoulders) so it comfort- ably holds the shoulder harness in positi- ton on the child’s shoulders.

cators must show green before oper- ating the vehicle.

c If the shoulder harness is unfas- tened or not fastened properly, the child could be seriously injured.

WARNING

c Shoulder harness tongues and chest clips are equipped with visual indica- tors to confirm proper and secure latching. For the safety of the child and occupants of the vehicle, all indi-

10. Grasp the right shoulder harness above the chest clip and pull until the harness fully extends and a click is heard. At this time, the harness retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). With the child sitting properly (straight up and back) in the integrated child safety seat, allow the right shoul- Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-65

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der harness to retract over the right shoulder and securely restrain the child. A clicking sound is heard as the har- ness retracts, indicating that the retrac- tor is in the automatic locking mode. Be sure the left shoulder harness is also properly positioned over the child’s left shoulder.

the shoulder harness out of

11. Check that the shoulder harness is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull the retractor. If you cannot pull any of the shoulder harness webbing out of the retractor, the shoulder harness is in the automatic locking mode. If the shoulder harness is not locked, repeat step 10. If, after repeated attempts, the integrated child safety seat shoulder harness can- not be placed in the automatic locking mode, do not use the integrated child safety seat and have it inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

To cancel the automatic locking mode, un- buckle the chest clip and both shoulder harness tongues. Allow the shoulder har- nesses to retract completely. The automatic locking mode is now canceled and the

shoulder harness retractor is in the emer- gency locking mode.

ness tongues from the belt buckle by pressing the red belt buckle button.

WARNING

The automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode) must be reactivated each time you place a child in the integrated child safety seats.

In addition to the automatic locking retrac- tors, the integrated child safety seat shoul- der harnesses are equipped with emer- gency locking retractors. The automatic locking mode is best to use, especially for children who need help staying properly positioned in the seat and its harnesses (for example, children who are younger and smaller), because the belts are always locked. In the emergency locking mode, the shoulder belts only lock in a sudden stop or accident, allowing a child more freedom of movement. Use the emergency locking mode only if you judge your child able to remain properly positioned in the integrated child safety seat. Removing the child 1. Release the chest clip. 2. Release the left and right shoulder har-

3. Move the left and right shoulder har- nesses aside and assist the child from the integrated child safety seat.

Storing the Integrated Child Safety Seat 1. Be sure the shoulder harnesses are fully retracted and resting inside the inte- grated child safety seat recess. It is not necessary to reconnect the shoulder har- nesses and belt buckle prior to storing the integrated child safety seat.

2. While holding onto, but not pulling, the cushion release strap, rotate the cushion upward until it fits flush with the second row seat back cushion and locks into position.

3. Be sure the integrated child safety seat is locked in the stowed position by grasping the safety seat cushion and attempting to lower it without pulling the cushion re- lease strap. If the integrated child safety seat is not locked in the stowed position, repeat steps one through three.

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c Periodically inspect the belt and metal components of the integrated child safety seats, such as the buckles, tongues, shoulder harness webbings, and latching indicators. Periodically check the func- tion of the integrated child safety seat shoulder harness retractor functions. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts, frays, malfunctions or other damage to the belt webbings or metal parts are found, see an authorized NISSAN dealer for repairs.

Inspection after an accident If your vehicle was involved in an accident, before using the integrated child safety seats, all related components should be inspected for damage by an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. Damage to the integrated child safety seat or related components must be repaired.

Integrated Child Safety Seat main- tenance c To clean the shoulder harnesses and belt buckle webbing, apply a mild soap solu- tion or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the shoulder harnesses to retract until they are completely dry.

c The integrated child safety seats cloth removable pads may be cleaned with mild soap and water. The cloth remov- able pads are attached to the seats with fastener strips, and may be easily re- moved. The pads are machine washable. Fo best results, machine wash in cold water in the gentle cycle. Tumble dry on low heat. Do not use chlorine bleach, and do not dry clean.

CAUTION

Failure to follow the washing instruc- tions provided on the cloth removable pads may result in premature wear or damage.

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SEATS/FLOOR MATS

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 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 prop- erly.

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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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. The cargo mat is reversible.

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

THREE-PASSENGER BENCH SEAT IN FULLY FORWARD POSITION 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.

over the floor mat positioning bracket lo- cated at the base of the driver’s seat. 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 driver’s front floor mat has a grommet which is placed

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SEAT POSITIONS

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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 or #3. This seating arrangement provides less leg room for third row passengers, but more cargo room.

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

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.

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

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.

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The third seat can be folded down into a tabletop.

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.

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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.

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

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When more cargo area room is necessary, the three-passenger sliding bench seat can be moved to seating position #2 or #3. This seating arrangement provides less leg room for third row passengers, but more cargo room.

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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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2 Instruments and controls

Meters and gauges ................................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer ..................................2-4
Tachometer ............................................................2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................2-4
Fuel gauge .............................................................2-5
Warning/indicator lights and chimes ......................2-6
Theft warning (if so equipped) .............................2-10
Windshield wiper and washer switch...................2-12
Rear window wiper and washer switches............2-13
Rear window defogger switch..............................2-13
Headlight control switch .......................................2-13
Daytime running light system (Canada only).......2-14
Autolamp switch (if so equipped).........................2-14
Turn signal switch .............................................2-15
Cornering light......................................................2-15
Instrument brightness control...............................2-16
Hazard warning flasher switch.............................2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (accessory)............2-17
Rear power point..................................................2-18
Cup holder............................................................2-18
Map pockets.........................................................2-20
Overhead storage compartment ..........................2-20

Power windows ....................................................2-21
Automatic power window switch ..........................2-21
Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-22
Manual vent windows...........................................2-23
Power vent windows (if so equipped)..................2-23
Interior lights.........................................................2-24
Luggage compartment lights................................2-24
Personal reading light ..........................................2-24
Map lights.............................................................2-25
Illuminated entry system ......................................2-25
Storage compartment for garage door transmitter (if so equipped) ..................................2-25
Integrated HomeLinkT universal transceiver (if so equipped) ....................................................2-27
Programming the HomeLinkT universal transceiver............................................................2-27
Operating the transceiver.....................................2-28
Programming problem diagnosis .........................2-28
Rolling codes........................................................2-29
Clearing the programming information.................2-30
If your vehicle is ever stolen ................................2-30

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TACHOMETER

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

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Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Trip odometer The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. Before each trip, set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the RESET button.

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The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM).

CAUTION

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

This gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature. The engine coolant tempera- ture varies with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.

CAUTION

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

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c If the vehicle is driven with the fuel level very low, the malfunction indi- cator light may come on. Refuel as soon as possible. After driving for a while, the light should remain off. If the light remains on, have the ve- hicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

information, see the For additional ‘‘Malfunction indicator light (MIL)’’ later in this section.

FUEL GAUGE

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This gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during brak- ing, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle remains in approximately the same position even when the ignition key is turned OFF. The low fuel warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is getting low. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers E (empty).

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