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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” later in this section.) Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the

forward.

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section.)

WARNING

If you fold the front passenger’s seatback down to carry longer ob- jects, be sure this cargo is properly secured and not near an air bag. In a crash, an inflating air bag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury or even death. Secure objects away from the area in which an air bag would inflate. See “Precautions on Supplemental Restraint System” la- ter in this section.

. Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the front passen- ger’s seat when it is in the fold- down position. Use of these areas by passengers could result in ser- ious injury in an accident or sudden stop.

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

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The front passenger’s seatback can be folded down. Some long objects may be loaded in the vehicle when the rear seats are also folded down. (See “Rear seats” later in this section for folding rear seats.) To fold the front passenger’s seatback, pull the reclining lever all the way *1 . When returning the front passenger’s seatback to a seating position, lift it up to an upright position. Pull the reclining lever and lean the seatback to a proper seating position. (See “Front manual seat adjustment” earlier in this

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To fold down the seatback of each rear seat, pull the adjusting knob *A . To return the seatback to the seating position, lift up each seatback and push it to the upright position until it is latched.

WARNING

. Do not use the rear seat belts when the buckles are stowed in the seat pockets. Failure to do so may re- duce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident.

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

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

. Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from

sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unse- cured cargo could cause personal injury.

. 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.

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, install and properly ad- just the head restraint before an occu-

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REAR SEATS

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Folding

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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” later in this section.)

. Release the connector tongue of the rear center seat belt from the buckle, and store the connector and seat belt tongues into the retractor base on the ceiling. (See “Rear center seat belt” later in this section.) If necessary, move the front seats forward to provide enough clearance so that the rear seats can be folded down completely.

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pant 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 S35-D-110201-805BC978-8292-4E16-AEC0-DF1F8262FAB3
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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Removal GUID-C561A9AF-CBB2-4542-89D6-BD973A7B3031
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

5.

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

Install GUID-6FFAC965-3169-4B2F-AEA8-863C33C198E2
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 Restraints GUID-807E7618-FD6F-421A-A613-6003E38F8273
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.

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SEAT BELTS

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the severity of

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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.

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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.

. 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 with 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 system components 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- commendations. The child restraints they are should be replaced if

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suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

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1. Adjust the seat. (See “Seats” earlier in this

section.)

damaged.

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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 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 rear seat, the connec- tor tongue may also be released. Release the connector tongue by inserting a suitable tool (such as a key) into the connector buckle A. If the seat belt can not be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a

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of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation. When 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” later in this section. 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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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 front passenger seat and the rear seating positions three-point 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

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

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

Checking seat belt operation S35-D-110201-FDCB1C8F-6FB1-42E1-A49D-FC53E5629F4C 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. Check the operation as follows: . Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement.

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for you.

Shoulder belt height adjustment GUID-D8387696-338B-4786-A52E-9891FB597B2C The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull the adjustment button *1 , and to the then move the shoulder belt anchor desired position *2 , so that the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.

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WARNING

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

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

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When the rear seat belts are not in use and when folding down the rear seats, hook the rear outer seat belts on the seat belt hooks.

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The rear center seat belt has a connector tongue *1
tongue *2 . Both the connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt opera- tion.

and a seat belt

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WARNING

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

The center seat belt buckle and the tongue are identified by the CENTER mark. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle.

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

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

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

2.

3. Then secure the connector tongue into the

retractor base *3 .

WARNING

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

. When attaching the rear center seat belt connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is com- pletely secured.

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

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

tongue from the

the connector

retractor base *1 .

2. Pull out

the seat belt

tongue from the

retractor base *2 .

3. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector

buckle until it clicks *3 .

The center seat belt connector tongue can be attached only into the rear center seat belt connector buckle. To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the seat belts” earlier in this section.

WARNING

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

. When attaching the rear center seat belt connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position and the rear

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

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

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

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To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom- mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry. 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

center seat belt connector is com- pletely secured.

If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious per- sonal injury may result in an acci- dent or sudden stop.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS GUID-EE8D5105-6862-4626-B3E3-5740C9C87D87
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 purchasing an extender is required.

if an extender

WARNING

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

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CHILD SAFETY

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WARNING

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

(such as a key)

Children need adults to help protect them.

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

Forward-facing child restraint

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

WARNING

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

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child restraints.

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

This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys- tem (Air bag system) for the front passen- ger. See “Supplemental Restraint System” later in this section. INFANTS GUID-8B512B1F-1773-4C0A-92B9-DD6E7BC59681
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

limit of

least 1 year old. Refer

that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. SMALL CHILDREN GUID-1389650A-F101-451E-83E7-5ED25B7AA16D Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as long as possible up to the height or weight the child restraint. Forward-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear-facing child restraints and are at to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. LARGER CHILDREN GUID-7E131263-864D-4FCD-962F-582BD50C1E9B Children who are too large for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 ft 9 in (142.5
cm) tall and weighs between 40 lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a

if

the shoulder belt

commercially available booster seat the shoulder belt fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the child so that is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. A booster seat can only be used in seating positions that have a three-point type seat belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo area. The child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE- STRAINTS

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WARNING

. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and in- stallation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision:

— The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

— Infants and children should never be held on anyone’s lap. Even the strongest adult cannot resist the forces of a collision.

— Do not put a seat belt around both a child and another pas- senger.

— NISSAN recommends that all child restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than

in the front seat. If you must install a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, see “Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts” later in this section.

— Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill a child. A rear-facing child re- straint must only be used in the rear seat.

— Be sure to purchase a child restraint that will fit the child and vehicle. Some child re- straints may not fit properly in your vehicle.

— Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand loads from child restraints that are properly fitted.

— Never use the anchor points for

adult seat belts or harnesses.

— A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.

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anchor point on the vehicle.

— Keep seatbacks as upright as possible after fitting the child restraint.

— Infants and children should al- ways be placed in an appropri- ate child restraint while in the vehicle.

. When the child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with the LATCH system or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or collision, loose objects can injure occupants or damage the vehicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing a child in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil- dren) system. Some child restraints include rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to these anchors.

For details, see “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System (LATCH)” later in this section. If you do not have a LATCH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used. Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: . Choose only a restraint with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

. Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system. If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is designed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures. All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. Canadian law requires the top tether strap on forward-facing child restraints be secured to the designated

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LATCH lower anchor location

LATCH lower anchor location GUID-DFC4FF9B-A8F5-4E6B-9100-8F238B533199
The LATCH anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH anchors.

LATCH lower anchor

GUID-33CE3731-1F03-443A-8CF6-CDDAB704C7C4

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: . Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown in the illustration.

. Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the LATCH lower anchors. The child restraint will not be secured prop- erly.

Inspect the lower anchors by insert- ing your fingers into the lower anchor area. Feel to make sure there are no obstructions over the anchors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured prop- erly if the lower anchors are ob- structed.

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LATCH label location

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Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system compatible child restraints. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint.

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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

LATCH rigid attachment

When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint.

Installing child restraint LATCH lower anchor attachments GUID-8BAB037C-5B6D-44DE-830B-55C33F68E811
LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child restraint is compatible with LATCH. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.

for a label stating that

it

Top tether anchor point locations GUID-88B0DA6B-48C8-4D43-823E-06537948B956
Anchor points are located on the floor behind the outboard and center seating positions. The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing child restraints with the LATCH lower anchor attachments or seat belts. If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap child restraint on the rear seat, consult a NISSAN dealer for details.

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REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN- STALLATION USING LATCH GUID-BD4A4FCD-5DC0-4FEB-9820-BF55E3A4A411
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the LATCH system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions.

Rear-facing web-mounted — step 2

Rear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

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

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

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

is loose,

Rear-facing — step 3

Rear-facing — step 4

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

4. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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ger air bag and status light” later in this section.

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

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WARNING

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

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Rear-facing — step 1

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

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Rear-facing — step 2

Rear-facing — step 3

Rear-facing — step 4

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

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

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

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seat belt through 6.

is not

locked,

repeat steps 1

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. FORWARD-FACING CHILD RE- STRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH GUID-485A2C23-22CE-47D8-A4B0-982AC225E511
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the LATCH system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions.

Rear-facing — step 5

Rear-facing — step 6

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

6. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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

properly secured prior to each use.

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Forward-facing web-mounted — step 2

Forward-facing rigid-mounted — step 3

Forward-facing — step 4

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

3. The back of the child restraint should be

secured against the vehicle seatback. If the seating position does not have an adjustable headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint try another seating position or a different child restraint.

fit,

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

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

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Forward-facing (front passenger seat) — step 1

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

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

child restraint through 6.

is loose,

repeat steps 1

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

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WARNING

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

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

Forward-facing — step 6

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6. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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

properly secured prior to each use.

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

Forward-facing — step 3

Forward-facing — step 4

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

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

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Forward-facing — step 5

Forward-facing — step 6

Forward-facing — step 8

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

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

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

8. After attaching the child restraint,

test

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

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

properly secured prior to each use.

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seat belt through 8.

is not

locked,

repeat steps 2

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Forward-facing — step 10

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

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

is fully retracted,

INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAP GUID-59BD9773-D5FB-4A40-A629-230CF7E1F55D First secure the child restraint with the LATCH system (rear outboard seating positions only) or the seat belt as applicable. 1. Remove the anchor cover from the anchor point which is located directly behind the child seat.

2. Position the top tether strap over the top of

the seatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor bracket that provides the straightest instal- lation.

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

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slack.

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

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Precautions on booster seats

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WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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when using a booster seat with the seat belts.

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety”, “Child restraints” and “Booster seats” sections earlier in this section before installing a child restraint.

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All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. The instructions in this section apply to booster seat installation in the rear seats or the front passenger seat.

Booster seat installation

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CAUTION

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

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Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the rear seat or in the front passenger seat: 1.

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

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

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booster seat.

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

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

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

7.

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

Front passenger position

3. The booster seat should be positioned on

LRS0454

the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. See “Head restraints” earlier in this section for head restraint adjustment, removal and installation information. If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint or headrest and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different

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S35-D-110201-750013D3-4DA5-4F34-8644-D034C27A567C

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM S35-D-110201-64A33E9E-5442-4B86-8B34-1A52ADC3D902
This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section contains important information concern- ing the following systems: . Driver and passenger supplemental

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

. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll-

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

head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact or rollover collisions. In a side impact, the curtain and rollover air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. In a rollover both curtain and rollover air bags are designed to inflate and remain inflated for a short period of time. These supplemental restraint systems are de- signed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occupant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and door finishers. (See “Seat belts” earlier in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

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

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WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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WARNING

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

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

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Do not lean against doors or windows.

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WARNING

Front seat-mounted side-impact sup- plemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supple- mental air bags:

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

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The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain and rollover air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain and rollover air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear outboard seats to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dan- gerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

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

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

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10. Satellite sensors 11. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regulations. is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may inflate if type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper front air bag operation. The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System has dual stage air bag inflators. The system monitors information from the crash zone sensor, satellite sensor, Air bag Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle sensors and occupant classification sensor Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage for the driver. For the front passenger, the Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-45

the forces in another

(pattern sensor).

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NISSAN ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM (front seats) 1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air

6. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover

supplemental air bags

7. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover

bag modules

4. Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) 5. Occupant classification system control unit

supplemental air bag inflators

8. Lap outer pretensioners 9. Seat belt with pretensioners

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occupant classification sensor is also monitored. Based on information from the sensors, only one front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. Additionally, the front passenger air bag may be automatically turned OFF under some conditions, depending on the information provided by the occupant classification sensor. If the front passenger air