2012 Nissan Quest Owners Manual

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If you see the symbol above, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen”.

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If you see a symbol similar to those above in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.

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Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those

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CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed care- fully.

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This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL GUID-B9D90C05-70E2-4BAB-AC22-B2C9211BEF84
You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

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above call attention to an item in the illustration. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING

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WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids con- tained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Cali- fornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVI- SORY GUID-8DB94B75-33FC-4B79-AE4A-39E93704B9AC Some vehicle parts, such as lithium bat- teries, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Per- chlorate Material - special handling may a p p l y , s e e w w w . d t s c . c a . g o v / hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

Bluetooth® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and li- censed to Visteon Corporation and Clarion Co., Ltd.

Gracenote® is a registered tra- demark of Gracenote, Inc. The Gracenote logo and logo type, and the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are trademarks of Grace- note.

XM Radio® requires a subscrip- tion, sold separately. It is not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Guam. For more information, visit www.xmradio.com.

*C 2011 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD. All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photo- copying, the prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

recording or otherwise, without

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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

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NISSAN CARES ... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle. However, there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information: . Your name, address, and telephone number . Vehicle identification number (attached to the instrument panel on the

You can write to NISSAN with the information at:

For U.S. customers

if

the top of driver’s side)

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003
or via e-mail at: [email protected]

For U.S. customers

1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

. Date of purchase . Current odometer reading . Your NISSAN dealer’s name . Your comments or questions OR

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For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
or via e-mail at: information.centre@nissancanada. com

If you prefer, visit us at: www.nissanusa.com(for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca(for Canadian customers) We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

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Table of Contents

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Illustrated table of contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system (SRS) Exterior front Exterior rear Passenger compartment Cockpit

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Instrument panel Meters and gauges ... Engine compartment

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Warning and indicator lights ...

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SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

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10. Armrest (2nd row seat) (P.1-13) 11. 2nd row seats (P.1-6)

12.

— Child restraints (P.1-27) Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-47)

13. Seat belt pretensioner (P.1-59) 14.

Front seats (P.1-3) — Occupant classification sensors (weight sensors) (P.1-53)

1. 2.

3. 4. 5.

Adjustable headrest (Page 1-11) Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint) (P.1-32) Seat belt for 3rd row center seat belt (P.1-22) Seat belts (P.1-16) Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-47)

6.

7. 8.

9.

Head Restraints (P.1-8) — Front-seat Active Head Restraints (P.1-10) Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-47) LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil- dren) system (P.1-29) 3rd row seats (P.1-7) — Child restraints (P.1-27)

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EXTERIOR FRONT

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Hood (P.3-25)

1. 2. Windshield wiper and washer — Switch operation (P.2-30) — Blade replacement (P.8-17) — Window washer fluid (P.8-13) Moonroof* (P.2-53) Outside mirrors (P.3-35)

3. 4.

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10.

Fog lights* — Switch operation (P.2-37) — Bulb replacement (P.8-26)

11. Headlight and turn signal lights

12.

— Switch operation (P.2-33) — Bulb replacement (P.8-26) Tires — Wheel and tires (P.(cid:0)8-29, P.9-7) — Flat tire (P.6-2) — Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P.2-14, P.5-3)

13. Doors

— Keys (P.3-3) — Door locks (P.3-5) — Intelligent Key system (P.3-13) — Security system (P.2-27)

14. Child safety rear door lock (P.3-9) 15. Sliding doors (P.3-7) *:

if so equipped

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5. 6.

7. 8. 9.

Power windows (P.2-51) Side turn signal light — Switch operation (P.2-37) — Bulb replacement (P.8-26) Roof rack (rail)* (P.2-49) Recovery hook (P.6-15) License plate installation (P.9-11)

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EXTERIOR REAR

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8.

*:

Lift gate (P.3-26) — Remote keyless entry system (P.3-21) — Intelligent Key system (P.3-13) if so equipped

1.

2.

3.

Antenna (P.4-100) — Satellite radio antenna* (P.4-101) Rear window wiper and washer — Switch operation (P.2-31) — Window washer fluid (P.8-13) High-mounted stop light — Bulb replacement (P.8-26)

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4. 5.

6.

7.

Rear window defroster (P.2-32) Fuel-filler door — Operation (P.3-30) — Fuel recommendation (P.9-3) Rear combination light — Bulb replacement (P.8-26) Rear view camera* (P.4-24)

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

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9.

Sunglasses holder (P.2-45) or communication mirror (P.3-36)

10. Sun visors (P.3-33) 11.

Inside rearview mirror (P.3-33) — HomeLink® universal transceiver* (P.2-59) — Compass* (P.2-8)

12. Cargo area

— Cargo floor box (P.2-47) — Luggage hooks (P.2-48) — Cargo light (P.2-58) — Spare tire (P.6-5) — Power outlet (P.2-41)

13. Hooks (P.2-48) 14. Console box (P.2-46)

— Power outlet* (P.2-41) — Auxiliary input jacks* (P.4-96) — iPod® connector* (P.4-69, P.4-88) — USB connector* (P.4-68, P.4-79) — Cup holders (P.2-43)

15. Rear moonroof switch* (P.2-54) *:

if so equipped

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Rear personal light (P.2-56) Coat hooks (P.2-50) Heater/Air conditioner rear controller* (P.4-31) Mobile Entertainment System (MES)* (P.4-101) Door armrest — Power window switch (P.2-51) — Power door lock switch (P.3-6)

— Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-35) Automatic drive positioner switch* (P.3-37) Moonroof switch* (P.2-53) Front map lights (P.2-56) — Mood light (P.2-58)

6. 7. 8.

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9.

TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer (P.2-6)

Fuse box cover (P.8-20) Fuel-filler door opener handle (P.3-30)

10. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-30) 11. 12. 13. Hood release handle (P.3-25) 14. Headlight aiming control* (P.2-35) 15. Power door main switch* (P.3-9, P.3-27) 16. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) — Audio control steering switch* (P.4-99) — Hands-Free Phone System switch* (P.4-112, P.4-123)

17. Horn (P.2-38) 18. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)

— Cruise control system (P.5-24) if so equipped

*:

COCKPIT

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1.

2.

3. 4. 5.

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P.2-40) Blind Spot Warning (BSW) switch* (P.2-40) — Blind Spot Warning (BSW)* (P.5-17) Sliding door switch* (driver’s side) (P.3-9) Sliding door switch* (passenger’s side) (P.3-9) Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-36)

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6. 7.

8.

Power lift gate switch* (P.3-26) Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch — Headlight (P.2-33) — Turn signal (P.2-37) — Fog light* (P.2-37) Trip computer switch (P.2-22)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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Center ventilator (P.4-30)

9. 10. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-31) or audio

system (P.4-45)

Tilting telescopic steering wheel lever (P.3-32) Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-54)

11. Parking brake (P.5-16) 12. 13. 14. Heated seat switch* (P.2-38) 15. Cup holders (P.2-43) 16. Power outlet (P.2-41) 17.

Instrument lower box (P.2-46) or CD/DVD slot (P.4-102)

18. Power outlet main switch* (P.2-41) 19. Audio system (P.4-45) 20. Glove box (P.2-46) *: **:

if so equipped Refer to the separate Navigation System Own- er’s Manual (if so equipped).

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Side ventilator (P.4-30) Meters and gauges (P.2-5) Push-button ignition switch (P.5-8) Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-37) Selector lever (P.5-12) Center display — Center color display* (P.4-4)

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7.

8.

— Navigation system** Center multi-function control panel* (P.4-4) — Navigation system** — Vehicle information and setting buttons* (P.4-9) Rear window and outside mirror* defroster switch (P.2-32)

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METERS AND GAUGES

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Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-36) Tachometer (P.2-7) Speedometer (P.2-6) Fuel gauge (P.2-8)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Warning/indicator lights (P.2-11) 6. 7.

Trip computer switch (P.2-22) Dot matrix liquid crystal display (P.2-18)

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8. 9.

10.

— Trip computer (P.2-22) Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-7) Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-6)/Continu- ously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator (P.2-16) TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer (P.2-6)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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VQ35DE ENGINE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-11) Drive belt location (P.8-15) Engine oil filler cap (P.8-8) Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-12) Air cleaner (P.8-17) Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-20)

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7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-13) Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-7) 8. 9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-7) 10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-8) 11. Battery (P.8-13)

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

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Name

Page

Indicator

light

Name

Continuously Variable Trans- mission (CVT) position indicator light

Cruise indicator light

Exterior light indicator

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

Overdrive off indicator light

Security indicator light

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light

*:

if so equipped

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system warning light*

Brake warning light

Charge warning light

Engine oil pressure warning light Hydraulic pump electric power steering warning light Intelligent Key system warning light

2-12

2-13

2-12

2-13

2-13

2-13

2-13

Low tire pressure warning light

2-14

Master warning light

Seat belt warning light

Supplemental air bag warning light Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light

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2-15

2-15

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Page

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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental

restraint system

Seats ...

Seat belts ...

Front seats ... 2nd row seats ... 3rd row seats ... Head restraints ... Adjustable headrests ... Armrests ... Flexible seating ...

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Precautions on seat belt usage ... Pregnant women ... Injured persons ... Three-point type seat belt Seat belt extenders ... Seat belt maintenance ...

Infants ... Small children ... Larger children ...

Precautions on child restraints ... Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System (LATCH)

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Child restraints ...

Child safety ...

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Top tether strap child restraint Rear-facing child restraint installation using LATCH ... Rear-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts ... Forward-facing child restraint installation using LATCH ... Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belt Installing top tether strap (2nd row seats) Installing top tether strap (3rd row seat) Booster seats ...

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Precautions on supplemental restraint system ... NISSAN advanced air bag system (front seats) ... Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact .................................... 1-58
supplemental air bag systems ... ............. 1-59
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ....................... 1-60
Supplemental air bag warning labels ... ... Supplemental air bag warning light .......................... 1-61
Repair and replacement procedure ... .......................... 1-61

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Supplemental restraint system ...

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

The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seat- back is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

SEATS

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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.

. For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit

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well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).

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

. Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could un- knowingly activate switches or con- trols. Unattended children could become involved in serious acci- dents.

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seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).) Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission in the P (Park) position.

Seat lifter (if so equipped): GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.

Front power seat adjustment

GUID-F70E7AF5-80AF-4C06-A9D0-0B5CAA04522F

Operating tips:

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The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch.

If

. Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery.

See “Automatic drive positioner” (P.3-37) for the Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3

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FRONT SEATS Front manual seat adjustment

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Forward and backward: Pull the lever *1 up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

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Reclining: To recline the seatback, pull the lever *2 up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the

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seat position memory function (if so equipped).

CAUTION

When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/or da- mages.

Forward and backward: Moving the switch *1
slide the seat desired position.

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forward or backward will forward or backward to the

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stopped and the transmission is in the P (Park) position.

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Reclining: Move the recline switch *2 backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch *2
The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).) Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is

forward.

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Seat lifter (if so equipped): GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
1. Pull up or push down the adjusting switch to the desired

the seat height until

adjust position is achieved.

2. Tilt up or down the adjusting switch to adjust the front angle of the seat until the desired position is achieved (for driver’s seat).

Lumbar support (if so equipped): GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the occupants. Push the front or back end of the switch to adjust the seatback lumbar area.

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position.

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position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

2ND ROW SEATS Seat adjustment

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WARNING

The 2nd row seats are heavy. Be careful when folding and unfolding.

To avoid injury to yourself and others, keep hands and body clear when folding.

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Reclining: To recline the seatback, pull the lever *2 up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).) Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission in the P (Park)

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WARNING

. After adjustment, check to be sure

the seat is securely locked.

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

. For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).

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Entry to the 3rd row seat GUID-259686ED-D6B9-4228-94B1-ABE2875BB4A6
The 2nd row seats can tilt and slide forward for easy entry/exit to/from the 3rd row seats. To enter or exit the 3rd row seat, pull up the lever *1 or *2
to tilt down the seatback and slide the seat forward. Return and lock the 2nd row seats by sliding the seats to the rearmost position and tilting up the seatback after use.

3RD ROW SEATS

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and lean

Reclining Pull the strap on the seatback *A back. Release the strap at the desired angle. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).) The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS

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WARNING

Head restraints supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may pro- vide additional protection against injury in certain rear end collisions. Adjust the head restraints properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the head restraint stalks or remove the head restraint. Do not use the seat if the head restraint has been removed. If the head restraint was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the head restraints. This may increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

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The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints. The head re- straints are adjustable.

Indicates the seating position is equipped

with a head restraint.

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Components 1. Head restraint 2. Adjustment notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks

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Adjustment GUID-27CA7AD9-B2AB-43C3-B7A0-D0C6FC3C25BC Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears.

To raise the head restraint, pull it up.

To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down.

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SSS0996

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Removal GUID-CEE94709-EBFB-4E0C-9DBE-D1237155CA80
Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable head restraints. 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest

position.

2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat. 4. Store the head restraint properly in a secure

place so it is not loose in the vehicle.

5. Reinstall and properly adjust

the head restraint before an occupant uses the seating position.

Install GUID-5EFE2FCB-BFE5-4BAD-B0D6-E956D9CA4E9C 1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notches *1 must be in- stalled in the hole with the lock knob *2 . 2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the

head restraint down.

3. Properly adjust the head restraint before an

occupant uses the seating position.

Front-seat Active Head Restraint GUID-AEB6FB97-A306-48D9-B169-12C2DFABF9A6
The Active Head Restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occupant’s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash-type injuries. Active Head Restraints are effective for colli- sions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most. Active Head Restraints operate only in certain rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head restraints return to their original position.

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Adjust the Active Head Restraints properly as described earlier in this section. ADJUSTABLE HEADRESTS

GUID-190BD67C-B579-4C85-ADDB-04626518D897

WARNING

The adjustable headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in certain rear end colli- sions. Adjust the headrests properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the adjustable headrest stalks or remove the adjustable headrests. Do not use the seat if the adjustable headrests have been removed. If the headrest was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the headrest before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the adjustable head- rests. This may increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

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SSS1128

The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with adjustable headrests.

Indicates the seating position is equipped

with an adjustable or removable headrest.

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Components 1. Adjustable headrest 2. Adjustment notch 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks

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To raise the headrest, pull position.

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it up to the lock

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SSS1125

To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the headrest down.

Removal GUID-23A3AB02-D327-4071-89E8-9C2707E69878
Use the following procedure to remove the headrests. 1. Pull the headrest up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the headrest from the seat. 4. Store the headrest properly in a secure

5.

place so it is not loose in the vehicle. Install and properly adjust the headrest before an occupant uses the seating posi- tion.

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Install GUID-AAA46AD7-793A-453B-9BEA-B07FE539292D 1. Align the headrest stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notch must be installed in the hole with the lock knob *1 .

2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the

headrest down. 3. Properly adjust

the headrest before an

occupant uses the seating position.

Front and 2nd row seats

ARMRESTS

GUID-16EF2763-6783-4401-9358-77E5AC3DEC94

Front and 2nd row seats GUID-3495E38D-4395-4737-9E1B-ABC7A43B6E87
To use the armrests on any seat, pull them down to the resting position.

The armrest angle can be adjusted freely. *1 Pull the armrest between *A and *B . *2 Pull it down to *C . *3 Pull up the armrest slowly, it can be secured between *B and *C .

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Folding the 2nd row seats

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Before folding the rear seats: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hooks on the side wall. (See “Seat belt hooks” (P.1-25).)

To fold down the seatbacks: Pull the lever on the 2nd row seat.

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To return the seatbacks: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
Lift up each seatback and push it to the upright position until it is latched.

If the head restraints are removed for any reason, they should be securely stored to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident.

. When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

. Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

FLEXIBLE SEATING

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WARNING

. Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seats when they are in the fold-down position. In a collision, people riding in these areas without proper re- straints are more likely to be ser- iously injured or killed.

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

. Do not fold down the rear seats when occupants are in the rear seat area or any cargo is on the rear seats.

. Head restraints and headrests should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Always replace and adjust them properly if they have been removed for any reason.

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Manual folding: Pull the strap on the seatback *A back side of the seatback *B seatback.

GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
or on the and fold the

CAUTION

When folding the 2nd row seat for maximum cargo hauling, be sure that cargo does not contact the center console of the 2nd row seat to avoid possible damage to the console.

Folding the 3rd row seats

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Before folding the 3rd row seats: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
. Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hooks on the side wall. (See “Seat belt hooks” (P.1-25).)

. Disconnect and stow the center seat belt and tongue into the retractor base. (See “3rd row center seat belt” (P.1-22).)

. Always reconnect the center seat belt when the seat is returned to the upright position. . Remove drink containers from the rear cup

holder.

Third row seatback

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Back side of the third row seatback

SSS1150

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SEAT BELTS

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the severity of

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE GUID-DF2A1FAE-8E7C-4F50-926A-2C005C70B986
If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag. Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

SSS1151

GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407

Power folding (if so equipped): Push the front side of the switch *A located on the right side or left side of the cargo area. The corresponding 3rd row seatback will be folded down automatically. Push and hold the rear side of the switch *B . The 3rd row seatback will be returned auto- matically. A beep sounds and the rear seatback will rise up while holding the switch. A beep sounds when the seatback is fully returned in position.

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WARNING

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

The seat belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and in- crease the chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

. Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.

. Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an acci- dent.

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commendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged.

. Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle.

. Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

. Do not allow more than one person

to use the same seat belt.

. Never carry more people in the

vehicle than there are seat belts.

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

. No changes should be made to the seat belt system. For example, do not modify the seat belt, add mate- rial or install devices that may change the seat belt routing or tension. Doing so may affect the operation of the seat belt system. Modifying or tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

. Once a seat belt pretensioner has activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See a NISSAN dealer. . Removal and installation of

the pretensioner seat belt system com- ponents should be done by a NISSAN dealer.

. All seat belt assemblies, including retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any colli- sion by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt as- semblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no da- mage and continue to operate prop- erly.

Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

. All child restraints and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s inspection instructions and replacement re-

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internal injuries.

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

If

. Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating posi- tions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode seat belts. the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode activated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release the child. For the center of the connector tongue may also be re- leased. Release the connector ton- gue by inserting a suitable tool (such as a key) into the connector buckle. If the seat belt can not be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat

the 3rd row seat,

PREGNANT WOMEN GUID-28EC30BC-B46B-4C03-94D8-1E255F0C2942
NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist, and place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations. INJURED PERSONS GUID-A3C5DD2D-4D58-457B-A581-D91503B61491
NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations. THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT

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WARNING

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

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

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belt.

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SSS0290

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Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. (See “Seats” (P.1-2).) 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. . The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat. If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

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. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest.

The three-point type seat belts have two modes of operation: . Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) . Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat

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restrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any question about seat belt operation, see a NISSAN dealer.

belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation. When the ALR mode is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt returns to the ELR mode after the seat belt fully retracts. For additional information, see “Child restraints” (P.1-27). The ALR mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR mode should not be activated. If it is activated, it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be certain that seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

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Unfastening the seat belts GUID-52F4A959-95D0-4198-9856-EA720FB17839
To unfasten the seat belt, push the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.

Checking seat belt operation GUID-9F29B22B-3613-472F-83F5-715F8DB64C63
Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: . When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

. When the vehicle slows down rapidly. To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows: . Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly. The retractor should lock and

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3rd row center seat belt GUID-E0D653E0-9AAC-4D3F-B301-6FE67FD5D644
The 3rd row center seat belt has a connector tongue *1 and a seat belt tongue *2 . Both the connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt opera- tion.

WARNING

. Always fasten the connector tongue and the seat belt in the order shown. . Always make sure both the connec- tor tongue and the seat belt tongue are secured when using the seat belt or installing a child restraint. Do not use the seat belt or child restraint with only the seat belt tongue attached. This could result in serious personal injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop.

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Stowing 3rd row center seat belt: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
When folding down the 3rd row seat, the 3rd row center seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position as follows: 1. Hold the connector tongue *1

so that the seat belt does not retract suddenly when the tongue is released from the connector buckle. Release the connector tongue by inserting a suitable tool such as key *A into the connector buckle. Insert the seat belt tongue into the retractor base first *2 .

2.

3. Then secure the connector tongue into the

retractor base *3 .

WARNING

Do not unfasten the 3rd row center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat.

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Attaching 3rd row center seat belt: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
Always be sure the 3rd row center seat belt connector tongue and connector buckle are attached. Disconnect only when folding down the 3rd row seat. To connect the buckle: 1. Pull out

tongue from the

the connector

retractor base *1 .

2. Pull out

the seat belt

tongue from the

retractor base *2 .

3. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector

buckle until it clicks *3 .

tongue and

The center seat belt connector buckle are indicated by the ! and ~ mark. The center seat belt connector tongue can be attached only into the 3rd row center seat belt connector buckle. To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the seat belts” (P.1-20).

WARNING

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. When attaching the 3rd row center seat belt connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completely se- cured in the latched position and the 3rd row center seat belt con-

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WARNING

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

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

nector is completely secured.

If the 3rd row center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sudden stop.

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for you.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (if so equipped) GUID-1C7260CC-3BB6-410F-9CC2-7ABEECD74A0C The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-16).) To adjust, pull the adjustment button *1 , and to the then move the shoulder belt anchor desired position *2 , so that the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.

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

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

purchasing an extender required.

if an extender

is

WARNING

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

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

. Never use seat belt extenders to install child restraints. If the child restraint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

GUID-2CF601B2-9F89-42D3-8CB2-6AE797300E6C To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom- mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then, wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.

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Seat belt hooks GUID-7D30C133-7430-471B-9D7B-10BF001437EE When the 2nd or 3rd row seat belts are not in use and when folding down the 2nd or 3rd row seats, hook the 2nd and 3rd outer seat belts on the seat belt hooks. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS GUID-15D1A71E-FD3F-4ACD-B546-C496A242B8B1
If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with the installed seat belts is available that can be purchased. The extender adds approximately 8
in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See a NISSAN dealer for assistance with

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CHILD SAFETY

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WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode acti- vated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release the child. For the center of the 3rd row seat, the connector tongue may also be released. Release the connector tongue by inserting a suitable tool (such as a key) into the connector buckle. If the seat belt can not be unbuckled or is already un- buckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

Children need adults to help protect them.

They need to be properly restrained. In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from

Forward-facing child restraint

many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child. There are three basic types of child restraint systems: . Rear-facing child restraint . Booster seat The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 lbs (9 kg) should be placed in rear- facing child restraints. Forward-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear-facing child restraints and are at least 1
year old. Booster seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no longer use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special pro- tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate

child restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. See “Child restraints” (P.1-27). A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle by using either the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle seat belt. See “Child restraints” (P.1-27) for more information. NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys- tem (Air bag system) for the front passen- ger. See “Supplemental restraint system” (P.1-47). INFANTS GUID-A1DC2D79-C7BB-49EA-A126-16ECC196A9B1
Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear-facing child restraint. NISSAN recom- mends that infants be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint

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least 1 year old. Refer

that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. SMALL CHILDREN GUID-6F03882F-7544-48AC-A212-1962F5867463
Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as long as possible up to the height or weight the child restraint. Forward-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints and are at to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s