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the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key button on the or by pressing the multi-remote controller.

The alarm is activated by: c opening the door or trunk lid without using the key (even if the door is un-

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locked by releasing the door inside lock switch) or opening the trunk lid by oper- ating the opener lever.

c opening the hood. How to stop the alarm The alarm stops only by unlocking a door or the trunk lid with the key or by pressing button on the multi-remote control- the ler. The alarm does not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON position. If the system does not operate as de- scribed above, have it checked by your NISSAN dealer.

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

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c Do not operate the washer if the

reservoir tank is empty.

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision, which may lead to an accident. Warm the wind- shield with the defroster before you wash the windshield.

Push the lever down to operate the wiper. Pull the lever toward you to operate the washer. The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the wipers or washer to be activated. Operating the washer automati- cally cycles the wipers several times.

CAUTION

The following could damage the washer system: c Do not operate the washer continu-

ously for more than 30 seconds.

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH

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To defog the rear window glass, start the engine and push the rear window defogger switch on. (The indicator light comes on.) Push the switch again to turn the defogger off. The rear window defogger switch automati- cally turns off in approximately 15 minutes.

CAUTION

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

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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

position:

Lighting Turn the switch to the The front clearance, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights come on. Turn the switch to the The headlights come on and all the other lights remain on. To select the high beam function, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and the indicator light illuminates. Pull it back to select the low beam.

position:

Passing signal Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the headlight high beams on and off. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (for Canada) The headlights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The day- time running lights operate with the head- light switch in the OFF position or in the position. Turn the headlight switch illumination

position for full

to the when driving at night.

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

WARNING

When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring your- self and others.

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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL

FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)

Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automati- cally. Lane change signal To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where the indicator light begins to flash, but the lever does not latch.

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The instrument brightness control operates when the headlight switch is in the

or

position.

Turn the control to adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights.

position.

To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the switch to the To turn them off, turn the switch toward the back of the vehicle to the OFF position. The low-beam headlight function must be on for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off whenever the high-beam headlight function is selected.

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

CIGARETTE LIGHTER (accessory) AND ASHTRAY

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

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

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Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights flash.

WARNING

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

c Do not use the hazard warning flash- ers while moving on the highway un- less unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic.

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The cigarette lighter element is an acces- sory. A genuine NISSAN cigarette lighter or equivalent can be purchased from your lo- cal NISSAN dealer.

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The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Push the lighter in all the way. When the lighter is heated, it springs out. Return the lighter to its original position after use.

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

CUP HOLDER

CAUTION

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

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

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To open, pull the cup holder. To close, push the cup holder in fully. The cup holder and the ashtray cannot be used at the same time. Close the ashtray before using the cup holder.

WARNING

The driver should not pull out the cup holder or remove or insert cups into the cup holder while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driv- ing operation.

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MANUAL WINDOWS

POWER WINDOWS (if so equipped)

WARNING

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

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

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The side windows can be opened or closed by turning the hand crank on each door. To open a window on the driver side, turn the crank clockwise. To close a window, turn the crank counterclockwise. To open a window on the passenger side, turn the crank counterclockwise. To close a window, turn the crank clockwise.

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The power windows operate only when the ignition key is in the ON position. To open the window, push the driver side button until the desired position is reached. To close the window, lift the switch upward. The driver side control panel is equipped with switches to open or close all the win- dows. Locking passengers’ windows When the window lock button is depressed, only the driver side window can be opened or closed. Push it again to cancel the win- dow lock function.

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The passenger side switch opens or closes only the corresponding window. To open the window, push the switch downward. To close the window, lift the switch upward.

Rear power windows The rear power window switches open or close only the corresponding window. To open the window, push the switch down- ward. To close the window, lift the switch upward.

Automatic power window switch To fully open the driver side window, de- press the automatic power window switch and release it; it need not be held. The window automatically opens all the way.

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SUNROOF (if so equipped)

INTERIOR LIGHT

To tilt the sunroof down, push the switch toward DOWN/OPEN. Continuing to push the DOWN/OPEN switch opens the sun- roof. Sun shade Open and close the sun shade by sliding it forward or backward.

WARNING

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

c Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the opening while the vehicle is in motion, or while the roof is closing.

CAUTION

c Remove water drops, snow, ice or sunroof before

sand from the opening.

c Do not place any heavy objects on

the sunroof or surrounding area.

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The sunroof only operates with the ignition key in the ON position. Sliding the sunroof To open the sunroof, push the switch toward DOWN/OPEN. To close the sunroof, push the switch toward UP/CLOSE. Tilting the sunroof Close the sunroof by pushing the switch toward UP/CLOSE. Continuing to push the UP/CLOSE button tilts the sunroof up.

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The interior light has a three-position switch. The interior light operates regardless of ignition key position. c When the switch is in the OFF position, the interior light does not illuminate, re- gardless of door position.

c When the switch is in the center j illuminates

the interior

position, when a door is opened.

light

c When the switch is in the ON position, the interior light illuminates, regardless of door position.

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CAUTION

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

TRUNK LIGHT (if so equipped) The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light goes off. For bulb replacement proce- dures, refer to “Bulb replacement” in the ‘‘Do-it-yourself operations’’ section.

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2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Key .........................................................................2-2
Door locks ..............................................................2-2
Power door lock (if so equipped)...........................2-3
Multi-remote control system (if so equipped).........2-3
Battery replacement ...............................................2-5
Child safety rear door lock (4-door only) ...............2-6
Hood release..........................................................2-7
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Glove box ...............................................................2-8
Trunk lid lock operation..........................................2-8
Opener cancel lever for trunk lid (if so equipped) ...............................................................2-9
Fuel filler lid lock operation ..................................2-10
Fuel filler cap........................................................2-10
Front seats ...........................................................2-12
Seat adjustment ...................................................2-12
Tilting front seat (2-door model)...........................2-14
Head restraints.....................................................2-14
Rear seat..............................................................2-15
Supplemental restraint system (supplemental air bag system) (if so equipped) ..........................2-16

Supplemental air bag system (if so equipped) ....................................................2-20
Warning labels (if so equipped) ...........................2-22
Supplemental air bag warning light (if so equipped) .............................................................2-22
Seat belts .............................................................2-24
Precautions on seat belt usage ...........................2-24
Child safety...........................................................2-26
3-point type with retractor ....................................2-27
2-point type without retractor (rear center lap belt).......................................................................2-29
Seat belt extenders ..............................................2-30
Seat belt maintenance .........................................2-30
Child restraints for infants and small children......2-31
Top strap child restraint .......................................2-34
Tilting steering wheel ...........................................2-37
Outside mirror control...........................................2-38
Inside mirror .........................................................2-39
Vanity mirror (if so equipped)...............................2-39

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KEY

DOOR LOCKS

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A key number plate is supplied with your key. Record the key number that is on the key number plate and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet), NOT IN THE CAR. If you lose your keys, see your NISSAN dealer for duplicates by using the key num- ber. NISSAN does not record key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate. A key number is only necessary when you have lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate from. If you still have a key, this key can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer or a locksmith shop.

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Locking front door with key To lock the door, turn the key towards the front of the vehicle. To unlock, turn it towards the rear.

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

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POWER DOOR LOCK (if so equipped) Moving the door lock/unlock button toward the rear of the vehicle on the driver’s door armrest locks all doors. Moving the door lock/unlock button toward the front of the vehicle unlocks all doors.

WARNING

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

c Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic. c Do not leave children unattended in a locked vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches and controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

MULTI-REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (if so equipped) It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, turn the interior light on or off, and activate the panic alarm by using the remote controller from outside the car. Be sure to remove the key from the vehicle before locking the doors and leaving it. The remote controller can operate at a distance of approximately 49 ft (15 m) from the vehicle. (The effective distance depends upon the conditions around the vehicle.) As many as four remote controllers can be used with one vehicle. For information con- cerning the purchase and use of additional remote controllers, contact your NISSAN dealer.

CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occur- rences which will damage the remote controller:

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c Do not allow the remote controller to

become wet.

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

sharply against another object.

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

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

button on the multi-remote

3. All the doors lock. 4. The hazard indicators flash twice. c When the

button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard indicators flash twice as a reminder that the doors are already locked.

Unlocking doors 1. Push the

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

2. Push the

button on the multi-remote

controller again within 5 seconds. The passenger doors unlock.

3. The interior light stays on for approxi-

mately 30 seconds.

The interior light can be turned off without-

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

waiting for 30 seconds by inserting the key into the ignition or by locking the doors with the multi-remote controller. Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threat- ened, you may activate the alarm to call attention as follows: 1. Push the

button on the remote con-

troller for longer than 1.5 seconds.

2. The theft warning alarm and headlights

stay on for 30 seconds.

3. The alarm stops when any of the key functions are used. For example, when the button is pushed, or the button is pushed for longer than 1.5
seconds on the multi-remote controller, the panic alarm function is cancelled.

or the

Replace the battery in the multi-remote con- troller as follows: 1. Open the lid using a coin. 2. Replace the battery with a new one.

Insert the battery as illustrated above.

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Recommended battery: Sanyo CR2025
or equivalent.

3. Close the lid securely. 4. Press the

button, then the

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

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

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

FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device com- plies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two condi- tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK (4-door only) Child safety locks help prevent doors from being opened accidentally, especially when small children are in the vehicle. The child safety lock levers are located on the edge of the rear doors. When the lever is in the lock position, the rear door can be opened only from the outside.

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HOOD RELEASE

1. Pull

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

2. Pull up on the lever s2 at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood. 3. Insert

rod into the slot marked with the arrow on the underside of the hood.

the support

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WARNING

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

c If you see steam or smoke coming to

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

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4. When closing the hood, reset the support rod to its original position, lower the hood to approximately 12 inches above the latch and release it. This allows proper engagement of the hood latch.

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GLOVE BOX

TRUNK LID LOCK OPERATION

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Open the glove box by pulling the handle.

CAUTION

Keep glove box lid closed while driving to prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.

Opener lever operation (if so equipped) The trunk lid opener lever is located on the outside of the driver’s seat. To open the trunk lid, pull up the opener lever. To close, push the trunk lid securely.

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Key operation To open the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, turn the key clockwise. To close, lower and push the trunk lid down securely.

WARNING

Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See ‘‘Exhaust gas’’ in the ‘‘Starting and driving’’ section.

OPENER CANCEL LEVER FOR TRUNK LID (if so equipped) When the lever is in the CANCEL (down) position, the trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid opener lever. It can be opened only with the key.

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FUEL FILLER LID LOCK OPERATION

Opener lever (if so equipped) To open the fuel filler lid, push the opener lever down. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.

Manual Fuel Filler Lid Open the fuel filler lid by lifting the raised portion of the fuel filler lid.

FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is a screw-on ratcheting type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratch- eting clicks are heard. If the fuel filler cap is not tightened properly, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may come on.

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WARNING

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

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

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

CAUTION

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

Put the fuel filler cap on the cap holder while refueling.

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FRONT SEATS

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

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

c After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely

to make sure it

seat locked.

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Forward and backward Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in posi- tion.

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Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the back of the seat forward again, pull the lever and move your body forward. The seatback moves forward.

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c For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See ‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ later in this sec- tion.

WARNING

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

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CAUTION

When returning the seat to its original position, check that the seat and seat- back are properly locked.

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TILTING FRONT SEAT (2-door model) The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for the rear seat passengers to get in and out. To tilt the front seatback forward, pull the reclining lever up or depress the tilt lever. The seat back tilts and the seat moves forward automatically. Some models re- quire the seat to be pushed forward. To return the seat to its original position, push the seatback up and move the whole seat backward until it locks.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjust the head restraints so the top is level with the top of your ears. To raise the head restraint, simply pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob and push the head restraint down.

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjust- ment after someone else uses the seat.

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REAR SEAT Interior trunk access (if so equipped) The trunk can be readily accessible from the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown. c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position.

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WARNING

Never allow anyone to ride in the lug- gage area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.

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c Driver Supplemental Air Bag (see in the ‘‘Instru-

‘‘Meters and gauges’’ ments and controls’’ section).

c Passenger-side Supplemental Air Bag (see ‘‘Meters and gauges’’ in the ‘‘Instru- ments and controls’’ section).

c Supplemental Restraint System Warn- ing Labels (see ‘‘Warning labels’’ later in this section).

Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be in appropriate child restraints (see ‘‘Seat belts’’ and ‘‘Child restraints for infants and small children’’ later in this section). The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (supplemental air bag system) (if so equipped) This Supplemental Restraint System sec- tion contains important information concern- ing the driver and passenger supplemental air bags. The Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. The seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance from the steering wheel and instrument panel. (See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) NOTE: For Canada, some vehicles are not equipped with a Supplemental Air Bag System. Your vehicle may not have a Driver and Passenger-side Supplemental Air Bag. If your vehicle is not equipped with a Supplemental Air Bag System, it will not have the following equipment: c Supplemental Air Bag Warning Light (see ‘‘Supplemental air bag warning light’’ later in this section).

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c Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the air bag inflates.

WARNING

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

c The seat belts and the supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags inflate with great If you are unre- leaning forward, sitting strained,

force.

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sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always use the seatbelts.

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WARNING

c Never let children ride unrestrained. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dan- gerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

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

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

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM (if so equipped)

the steering wheel;

The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, al- though it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag operation. When the supplemental air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by

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the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire, but care should be taken to not unintentionally inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of breathing trouble should get fresh air promptly. The supplemental air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. They can help save lives and reduce seri- ous injuries. However, an inflating supple- mental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.

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Seat belts should be correctly worn, and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or dashboard. Since the supplemental air bag inflates quickly in order to help protect the occupant, the force of the supplemental air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or is against the supplemental air bag module during inflation. The supplemental air bag deflates quickly after a collision. The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

WARNING

c Do not place any objects on the steer- ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous pro- jectiles and cause injury if the supple- mental air bag inflates.

c Right after inflation, several supple- mental air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

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When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemen- tal air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate this Owner’s Manual.

sections

in

c Work around and on the supplemen- tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal- lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NIS- SAN dealer. The yellow SRS wiring should not be modified or discon- nected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supple- mental air bag system.

c The SRS wiring harnesses are cov- ered with yellow insulation either just before the harness connectors or over the complete harness for easy identification.

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

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

c Tampering with the supplemental air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel, or by installing additional trim material around the supplemental air bag system.

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WARNING LABELS (if so equipped)

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT (if so equipped)

Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.

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The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying AIR BAG in the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag. The circuits monitored by the supple- mental air bag light are the diagnosis sensor

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unit, supplemental air bag modules and all related wiring. When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the supplemental air bag needs servicing: 1. The supplemental air bag light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above.

2. The supplemental air bag light flashes

intermittently or remains on.

3. The supplemental air bag light does not

come on at all.

Under these conditions, the Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag may not operate properly. It must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemen- tal air bag will not operate in an accident.

Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental air bag system is de- signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag light remains illumi- nated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of the supplemental air bag system should be done only by an authorized NISSAN dealer. After a supplemental air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced by your NISSAN dealer if dam- aged. To ensure long-term functioning, the system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture as noted on the certification label located on the driver side front pillar. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental air bag system and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance. The ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

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WARNING

c Once the supplemental air bag in- flates, the supplemental air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired. c The supplemental air bag system should be inspected by an autho- rized NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end portion of the vehicle, or replaced if the supple- mental air bag has inflated.

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c If you need to dispose of a supple- mental air bag or scrap the vehicle, contact authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal proce- dures could cause personal injury.

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APD0658

APD0718

APD0533

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of 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. Some states and all Canadian provinces or territories require that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

WARNING

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

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

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c Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run 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.

c Position the lap belt as low as pos- sible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an accident.

c Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- curely fastened to the proper buckle.

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

c Do not allow more than one person

to use the same belt.

c Never carry more people in the ve-

hicle than there are seat belts.

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

c All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected after any colli- sion at your 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 damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use dur- ing a collision should also be in- spected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted.

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CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them.

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 improp- erly fitting seat belt could cause seri- ous or fatal injury. Always use appro- priate child restraints.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See ‘‘Child Restraints for Infants and Small Children’’ later in this section.) In addition, there are many types of child restraints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection. Infant or small child NISSAN recommends that infants or 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 which fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instruc- tions for installation and use. Children Children who are too large for child re- straints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. NISSAN recommends that children sit in the rear seat if possible. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If the child’s seating position has a shoulder belt that fits close to the face or neck, the use of a booster seat (commercially available) may help overcome this. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo- tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child

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has grown enough so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNING

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

Pregnant women NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. Contact your doctor for spe- cific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn snug and positioned as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Injured persons NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

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ries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

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

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

The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move, and allows you some freedom of move- ment in the seat. 3. Position the lap belt portion low on the

hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack.

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APD0500

3-POINT TYPE WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

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

c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an acci- dent, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious inju-

PD1024M

The front seat passenger side seat belt and rear 3-point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child seat installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. When the cinching mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. Refer to ‘‘Child Restraints for Infants and Small Children’’ later in this section for more infor- mation.

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PD1023M

APD0617

The automatic locking mode should be used only for child seat installation. Dur- ing normal seat belt use by a passenger, the locking mode should not be acti- vated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension. Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. (See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’.) To ad- just, press both release buttons and move it to the desired position so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder.

WARNING

After adjustment, release the button and check that it does not move up and down to make sure the shoulder belt anchor is securely fixed in position.

Checking seat belt operation (3-point type with retractor) Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement by two separate meth- ods: 1) When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

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

If lock during this check or if you have any question about belt operation, see your NISSAN dealer.

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APD0105

ICM021

APD0106

2-POINT TYPE WITHOUT RETRACTOR (rear center lap belt) Fastening the belts 1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until it snaps. Both the tongue and the buckle are marked CENTER.

2. To lengthen, hold the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull on the belt. To shorten, pull the end of the belt attached to the belt clip away from the tongue, then pull the belt clip to take up the slack.

3. Position the lap belt low on the hips as

illustrated.

Unfastening the belts To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle.

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is not possible to properly fit

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it the lap- shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the in- stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap- proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See your NIS- SAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

APD0627

WARNING

Selecting correct set of belts The center seat belt buckle and tongue are identified by the CENTER label. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle.

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

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

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

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

c Periodically check to see that the seat belt and 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 re- placed.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR INFANTS AND SMALL CHILDREN

WARNING

c Infants and small children should always be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve- hicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death. c Children and infants should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself.

c Nissan recommends that the child restraint system be installed in the rear seat. According to accident sta- tistics, children are safer when prop- erly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

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

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

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

3) If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust- ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated.

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WARNING

c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rear-facing child re- straint must only be used in the rear seat. See “Installation on front pas- senger seat” for details.

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

c Follow all of

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

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

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

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

c For a front facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child’s face or neck. If it does, put the shoul- der belt behind the child restraint.

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

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

properly secured prior to each use.

APD0534

Installation on rear seat Center lap belt When you install a child restraint in a rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat, as illustrated. It can be placed in a forward facing or rear facing direction, depending on the size of the child. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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PD1174

PD1331

Installation on rear outboard seating positions

WARNING

c The 3-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re- tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint.

c Failure to do so will result in the child restraint not being properly se- cured. It could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

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When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. It can be placed in a forward facing or rear facing direction, depending on the size of the child. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). (It reverts back to ‘‘emergency locking’’ when the belt is fully retracted.) 4. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode. Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt may be used as normal and only locks during a sudden stop or impact.

PD1332

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

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

7. Check to make sure that the child re- straint is properly secured prior to each

APD0206

TOP STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT If your child restraint has a top strap, it must be secured to the provided anchor point. Anchor bracket hardware must be installed. The top strap anchor bracket hardware is available through your NISSAN dealer. Part #88894-89900
Secure the child restraint with the center lap belt or the outboard 3-point belt and latch the top strap hook onto the anchor bracket.

the lap portion of

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To install the anchor bracket, a metric bolt of the dimensions listed below must be used.

Bolt diameter: 8.0 mm Bolt length: more than 1.18 in (30 mm) Thread pitch: 1.25 mm

The top strap should be secured to the attaching bolt which provides the straightest installation of the top strap.

WARNING

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

APD0635

Anchor point locations Anchor points are located under the rear parcel shelf finisher. To use attaching hardware for child re- straints with top straps, follow these instruc- tions carefully: 1. Open the trunk and find the anchor point nuts on the underside of the rear parcel shelf. Thread a bolt (8.0 mm diameter, 1.25 pitch) up through the nut behind the seating position where the child restraint will be installed and use it to break through the rear parcel shelf support material.

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There are pre-cut circles at each anchor point location that should break away from the shelf support material when pressure is applied to them. Remove the bolt after you feel the pre-cut circle separate from the shelf support material.

2. Cut a small slit through the parcel shelf fabric at the anchor point location. Reach through the fabric with a tool such as a pair of needle-nose pliers and remove the pre-cut circle in the parcel shelf sup- port material.

3. Install the bolt through the top strap hook

and into the anchor point nut.

4. Be sure to follow all of the instructions that accompany the top strap attaching hardware.

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PD1336

Installation on front passenger seat (vehicles with passenger-side air bag)

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

WARNING

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

c If you install a forward-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat, place the passenger seat as far back as possible.

WARNING

c The 3-point belt in your vehicle is equipped with a locking mode re- tractor which must be used when installing a child restraint.

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

When you install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. It should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. Always follow the re- straint manufacturer’s instructions. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.

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retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled; the seat belt may be used as normal and will only lock during a sudden stop or impact. NOTE: For Canada, some vehicles are not equipped with a Supplemental Air Bag System and do not have a passenger-side supplemental air bag. If your vehicle does not have a passenger-side air bag, a rear facing child restraint may be used in the front passenger seat. Follow the instruc- tions in ‘‘Installation on rear outboard seating positions’’ earlier in this section.

TILTING STEERING WHEEL

PD1238M

Tilt operation Push the lock lever down and adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Pull the lock lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in place.

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident.

Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended and a click is heard. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). (It reverts back to ‘‘emergency locking’’ when the belt is fully retracted.) 4. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound is heard as the belt retracts. This indi- cates that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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

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

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

is not

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the

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OUTSIDE MIRROR CONTROL

WARNING

Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use the inside mir- ror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other ob- jects.

APD0646

Electric control type (if so equipped) The outside mirror control operates only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Push the right or left end of the switch to select the right or left side mirror, then adjust using the control lever.

PD1183M

Manual control type The outside mirror can be moved in any direction for a better rear view. Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear.

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INSIDE MIRROR

VANITY MIRROR (if so equipped)

APD0612

APD0613

The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night.

WARNING

Use the night position only when nec- essary, because it reduces rear view clarity.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a pas- senger side vanity mirror. To access, pull the sun visor down.

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3 Heater, air conditioner and audio system

Ventilators ..............................................................3-2
Heater and air conditioner......................................3-3
Controls ..................................................................3-3
Heater operation ....................................................3-4
Air conditioner operation (if so equipped)..............3-5
Air flow charts.........................................................3-6

Audio system........................................................3-10
Clock-radio (if so equipped).................................3-10
AM-FM radio with cassette player (if so equipped) .............................................................3-11
Cassette tape operation.......................................3-13
CB radio or car phone..........................................3-15

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VENTILATORS

AHA0607

AHA0608

Side ventilators You can open or close the side ventilators by using the dial located at the side of the ventilators. Adjust the air flow direction of ventilators by using the slide in the center.

Center ventilators Adjust the air flow direction of ventilators by moving the ventilator slide.

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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER

WARNING

c The air conditioner cooling function operates only when the engine is running. c Do not

leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. On hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly be- come high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people or animals.

c Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up.

c Positioning of the heater and air con- ditioner controls should not be done while driving, in order that full atten- tion may be given to the driving operation.

AHA0627

— Air flows mainly from foot outlets. — Air flows from defroster outlets

and foot outlets.

— Air flows mainly from defroster

outlets.

Temperature control dial