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FOREWORD


READ FIRST(cid:151)THEN DRIVE SAFELY


Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties cov- ering your vehicle. The (cid:147)NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide(cid:148) explains details about maintaining and servicing your ve- hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state(cid:146)s lemon law. Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.


Before driving your vehicle please read this Own- er(cid:146)s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, as- sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.


WARNING


IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE- MINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers! c NEVER drive under the influence of al-


cohol or drugs.


c ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions. c ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro- priate child restraint systems. Pre-teen children should be seated in the rear seat.


c ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.


c ALWAYS review this owner(cid:146)s manual for


important safety information.


For descriptions specified for four-wheel drive models, a mark is placed at the begin- ning of the applicable sections/items.


The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers.


As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate four-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read (cid:147)Driving safety precautions(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Start- ing and driving(cid:148) section of this manual.


ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, fail- ure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read (cid:147)On-pavement and off- road driving precautions(cid:148), and (cid:147)Avoid- ing collision and rollover(cid:148), and (cid:147)Driving safety precautions(cid:148), in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual.


MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or per- formance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered un- der NISSAN warranties.


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WHEN READING THE MANUAL


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


WARNING


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


CAUTION


This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moder- ate personal injury or damage to your ve- hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro- cedures must be followed carefully.


APD1005
If you see this symbol, it means (cid:147)Do not do this(cid:148) or (cid:147)Do not let this happen.(cid:148)


If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra- tion, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.


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


Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration.


The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers.


CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING


WARNING


Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.


' 2003 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.


GARDENA, CALIFORNIA


All rights reserved. No part of this Owner(cid:146)s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc., Gar- dena, California.


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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF NISSAN


improving both performance and fuel efficiency through new engine designs and the use of syn- thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The com- pany has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process, both through extensive use of automation and (cid:151) most importantly (cid:151) through an awareness that people are the central element in quality control. From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers until you took delivery of your new NISSAN, dozens of checks were made to ensure that only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great care to ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your dealer for maintenance, the service technician will perform his work according to the quality standards that have been established by NISSAN. Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As you know, seat belts are an integral part of the safety systems that will help protect you and your passen- gers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. We urge you to use the seat belts every time you drive the vehicle. The NISSAN story of growth and achievement re- flects our major goal: to provide you, our customer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsman- ship (cid:151) a product that we can be proud to build and you can be proud to own.


Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe, reliable and economical transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a suc- cessful worldwide company that manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes them in 170 nations. NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN affiliates world- wide, collectively growing to become the fifth largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars and trucks, NISSAN also makes forklift trucks, marine engines, boats and other diversified products. NISSAN has made a substantial and growing in- vestment in North America. NISSAN(cid:146)s commitment is over $6 billion dollars in capital investments in facilities across the continent. Some of the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling design at Nissan Design


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America, Inc. in San Diego, California, and engineer- ing at Nissan Technical Center North America in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Additionally, NISSAN employs nearly 19,000 people throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. An additional 60,000 people work for the 1,250 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers across North America. NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its suppli- ers and over 150 dealers employ approximately 4,500 people. These include company employees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for companies that supply NISSAN and NISSAN dealers with ma- terials and services ranging from the operation of port facilities and transportation services, to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories. NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and com- puters in automobiles, and has led the industry in


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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM


NISSAN CARES . . . Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.


However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or ques- tions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number: For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers


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


For Hawaii customers


1-808-836-0888 (Oahu Number)


For Canadian customers


1-800-387-0122


The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information: (cid:150) Your name, address, and telephone number


(cid:150) Vehicle identification number (attached to the top of the instrument panel on the driver(cid:146)s side)


(cid:150) Date of purchase (cid:150) Current odometer reading (cid:150) Your NISSAN dealer(cid:146)s name (cid:150) Your comments or questions OR You can write to NISSAN with the information at:


For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers


Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena, California 90248-0191


For Hawaii customers


Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96819


For Canadian customers


Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5


We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.


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Table of Contents


Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems


Instruments and controls


Pre-driving checks and adjustments


Heater, air conditioner and audio systems


Starting and driving


In case of emergency


Appearance and care


Maintenance and do-it-yourself


Technical and consumer information


Index


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Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Rear seat adjustment (Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Rear seat adjustment (Type B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8


Precautions on supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Supplemental air bag warning labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24


Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Three-point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Two-point type seat belt without retractor (center of rear seat). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30
Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30
Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30
Installation on rear seat center position. . . . . . . . . . . 1-32
Installation on rear seat outboard positions . . . . . . . 1-35
LATCH (lower anchors and tether for children) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-39
Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41
Installation on front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-43


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FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT


WARNING


c Do not adjust the driver(cid:146)s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of con- trol of the vehicle.


c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat


to make sure it is securely locked.


SEATS


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 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.


ARS1152


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 properly. See (cid:147)Precautions on Seat Belt Usage(cid:148) later in this section.


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WRS0176


WRS0131


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


Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.


WARNING


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


Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver(cid:146)s seat) Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion to the desired position.


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WRS0165


WRS0180


WRS0181


Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver(cid:146)s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area.


REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT (Type A) Folding s1 Pull outward on the 2 straps at the bottom of


the seat cushions.


s2 Lift the front of the seat cushion up and remove the seat cushion. Store the seat cushion in a secure place.


s3 Pull the ring on top of the seatback up. s4 Fold down the seatback.


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


c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. Never ride in the rear seat unless the seat bottom cushions are in place and latched.


c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.


c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured. If they are not com- pletely secured in the latched position, passengers may be injured in an acci- dent or sudden stop.


WRS0182
s5 To return the rear seat to the normal position,


push the seatback up until it latches.


WRS0183
s6 Hold the seat belts above the seat cushion. s7 Slide the seat cushion back. s8 Push down the seat cushion until it latches.


WARNING


c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo 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 acci- dent or sudden stop.


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WRS0184


WRS0185


REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT (Type B) Folding s1 Lift the front of the seat cushion up and remove the seat cushion. Store the seat cushion in a secure place.


s2 Pull the ring on top of the seatback up. s3 Fold down the seatback.


WRS0186
s4 To return the rear seat to the normal position,


push the seatback up until latches.


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WRS0187
s5 Hold the seat belts above the seat cushion. s6 Slide the seat cushion back. s7 Push down the seat cushion until it latches.


WARNING


c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo 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 acci- dent or sudden stop.


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


c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. Never ride in the rear seat unless the seat bottom cushions are in place and latched.


c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.


c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured. If they are not com- pletely secured in the latched position, passengers may be injured in an acci- dent or sudden stop.


WRS0133


HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down.


WARNING


Head restraints should be adjusted prop- erly as they may provide significant pro- tection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat.


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WRS0134
Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears.


The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. After turning the ignition key 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 system is operational.


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM


PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental front air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts. Supplemental front impact air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front pas- senger in certain frontal collisions. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system (if so equipped): This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions. The curtain side- impact air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.


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. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel and instrument panel. (See (cid:147)Seat belts(cid:148) later in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.)


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c The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The air bag system monitors the severity of a collision and then inflates the air bags based on belt usage. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.


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


WARNING


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


WRS0031


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


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ARS1133


ARS1041


WARNING


c 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 positions are shown in the illustrations.


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ARS1042


ARS1043


ARS1044


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ARS1045


WRS0256


SSS0101


WARNING


WARNING


c Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags or curtain side-impact air bags inflate if they are not properly re- strained. Pre-teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible.


c Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. See (cid:147)Child restraints(cid:148) later in this section for details.


Supplemental curtain side impact air bag: c The supplemental curtain side-impact air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belt to help re- duce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.


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WRS0236


SSS0159


SSS0162


WARNING


c The seat belts and the supplemental curtain side-impact air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The curtain side-impact air bag inflates with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side roof rails or to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.


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Supplemental front air bag system The driver supplemental front air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger supplemental front air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U.S. regulations. They are also permitted in Canada. The optional certification allows the front air bags to be de- signed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The supplemental front air bag system is de- signed to inflate in higher severity frontal colli- sions, although it may inflate if the forces in an- other type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supple- mental front air bag system operation. The supplemental air bag system has dual stage inflators for both the driver and passenger air bags. The system monitors information from the crash zone sensor, the diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt buckle sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and whether the seat belts are being used. Only one front air bag may


1. Crash zone sensor 2. 3. 4. 5.


Passenger supplemental air bag module Passenger seat belt buckle switch Side curtain air bag Front seat belt pre-tensioner


WRS0237


6. 7. 8. 9.


Driver seat belt buckle switch Air bag diagnosis sensor unit Front seat belt pre-tensioner Driver supplemental air bag module


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inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. This does not indicate improper perfor- mance of the system. If you have any questions about the performance of your air bag system, please contact your NISSAN dealer.


When the supplemental front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may cause irritation and chok- ing. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.


Supplemental front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instru- ment panel. The supplemental front air bags in- flate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, the front air bag module during inflation.


The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision. The supplemental front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.


After turning the ignition key 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 system is operational.


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 steering wheel or instrument panel. Such ob- jects may become dangerous projec- tiles and cause injury if the supplemen- tal front air bag inflates.


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


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


c Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle(cid:146)s electrical system, sus- pension system or front end structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. c Tampering with the supplemental front 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 trim material around the air bag system.


additional


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c Maintenance around and on the supple- mental front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supple- mental Restraint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or discon- nected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system.


c A cracked windshield should be re- placed immediately by a qualified re- pair facility. A cracked windshield could affect inflation of the supplemental air bag system.


c The SRS wiring harness connectors are easy


orange


for


yellow and identification.


When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental front air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropri- ate sections in this Owner(cid:146)s Manual.


designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions.


Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental curtain side- impact air bag operation.


When the supplemental curtain side-impact air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.


Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in the front and rear outboard seating po- sitions. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating curtain side-impact air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.


Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The curtain side-impact air bag inflate quickly in order to help protect the occupants. Because of this, the force of the curtain side- impact air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against,


WRS0235


Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system (if so equipped) The supplemental curtain side-impact air bags are located in the roof side rails. This system is designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help reduce the risk of injury to out-of-position occu- pants. However, all of the information, cau- tions and warnings in this manual still ap- ply and must be followed. The curtain side- impact air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. They are


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these air bag modules during inflation. The cur- tain side-impact air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over. The supplemental curtain side-impact air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.


After turning the ignition key 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 system is operational.


WARNING


c Right after inflation, several curtain side-impact air bag system compo- nents will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.


c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the curtain side-impact air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the curtain side-impact air bag or dam- age to the curtain side-impact air bag system.


c Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle(cid:146)s electrical system, sus- pension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system.


c Work around and on the curtain side- impact air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of elec- trical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The SRS wiring har- nesses* should not be modified or dis- connected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag system.


* The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification.


When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner(cid:146)s Manual.


Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For front seats)


WARNING


c The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be reused after activation. It must be re- placed together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.


c If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre- tensioner system checked and, if nec- essary, your NISSAN dealer.


replaced by


c No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent accidental activation of the pre-tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious per- sonal injury.


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cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner system, the supplemental air bag warning will flash intermittently after the igni- light tion key is turned to the ON or START position. In this case, the pre-tensioner seat belt will not function properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner(cid:146)s Manual.


c Work around and on the pre-tensioner system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equip- ment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.


c If you need to dispose of the pre- tensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pre-tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.


The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the supplemental front air bag. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt the instant the ve- hicle becomes involved in certain types of colli- sions, thereby restraining seat occupants.


The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt(cid:146)s retractor. These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts.


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SRS Air Bag Warning Labels SRS Curtain Side-impact Air Bag Warning Labels (located on the door pillar) (if so equipped)


WRS0188


SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag and curtain side-impact air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.


LRS0100


SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT air bag warning light, The supplemental displaying in the instrument panel, moni- tors the circuits of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental curtain side-impact air bag (if so equipped) and pre-tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, crash zone sensor, supplemental front air bag modules, supplemental curtain side-impact air bag modules (if so equipped), pre-tensioner seat belts and all related wiring.


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Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental front air bags, supplemental curtain side-impact air bags (if so equipped) and pre-tensioner seat belts are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has oc- curred. Repair and replacement of these supple- mental air bag systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer.


When maintenance work is required on the ve- hicle, the supplemental front air bags, supple- mental curtain side-impact air bags, pre- tensioner seat belts and related parts should be pointed out to the person performing the mainte- nance. The ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.


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 system conditions occur, the supplemental front air bag, supplemental cur- tain side-impact air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing: c The supplemental air bag warning light re-


mains on after approximately 7 seconds.


c The supplemental air bag warning light


flashes intermittently.


c The supplemental air bag warning light does


not come on at all.


Under these conditions, the Supplemental Re- straint System (supplemental front air bag, supplemental curtain side-impact air bag or pre- tensioner seat belt systems) may not operate properly. It must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer.


WARNING


If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemental front air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident.


WARNING


c Once a supplemental front air bag or supplemental curtain side-impact air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be re- placed. Additionally, the supplemental front air bags inflate, the activated pre-tensioner seat belts must also be replaced. The air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired.


if any of


c The supplemental front air bag and cur- tain side-impact air bag systems, and the pre-tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle. c If you need to dispose of the supple- mental air bag, pre-tensioner seat belt system or scrap the vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.


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SEAT BELTS


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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed, 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 in- cludes 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


c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint.


SSS0134


SSS0016


WARNING


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


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c Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely


fastened to the proper buckle.


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


c Do not allow more than one person to


use the same seat belt.


c Never carry more people in the vehicle


than there are seat belts.


c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area while the vehicle is in motion. It does not contain seat belts. It is not designed for passengers. They could be injured in sudden braking or a collision. c If the seat belt warning light glows con- tinuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a mal- function in the system. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


c Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See your NISSAN dealer.


c Removal and installation of the pre- tensioner seat belt system components should be done by a NISSAN dealer.


SSS0014


WARNING


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 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 accident.


and


attaching


c All seat belt assemblies, including re- tractors hardware, should be inspected after any collision by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recom- mends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced un- less the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. c All child restraints and attaching hard- ware should be inspected after any col- lision. Always follow the restraint manufacturer(cid:146)s inspection instructions and replacement recommendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged.


CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained.


The proper restraint depends on the child(cid:146)s size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child re- straints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints.


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WARNING


Infants and children need special protec- tion. The vehicle(cid:146)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 fit- ting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints.


All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or terri- tories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. See (cid:147)Child Re- straints(cid:148) later in this section.


In addition, there are many types of child re- straints available for larger children which should be used for maximum protection. NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, 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 system (Air bag system) for the front passenger. See (cid:147)Supplemental restraint system(cid:148) earlier in this section.


Infants and small children NISSAN recommends that infants and small chil- dren be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca- nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your ve- hicle and always follow the manufacturer(cid:146)s in- structions for installation and use. Larger children Children who are too large for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided.


If the child(cid:146)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 posi- tioned 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 has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.


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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 moving. The child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident or sudden stop.


PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as pos- sible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations. INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.


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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR


WARNING


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


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


WRS0174


Fastening the seat belts s1 Adjust the seat. See (cid:147)Seats(cid:148) earlier in this


section.


WRS0137
s2 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 seat belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.


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emergency locking mode. See (cid:147)Child restraints(cid:148) later in this section for more information. The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passen- ger, the locking mode should not be acti- vated. If it is activated it may cause uncom- fortable seat belt tension.


WARNING


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


WRS0138
s3 Position the lap belt portion low and snug


on the hips as shown.


s4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Make sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and is snug across your chest.


The front passenger seat belt and the rear three- point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. When automatic locking mode is activated the seat belt cannot be withdrawn again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. Once retracted, the seat belt is in the 1-26 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems


WRS0139


Unfastening the seat belts s1 To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically re- tracts.


Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: c When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the


retractor.


c When the vehicle slows down rapidly. To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows.


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c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly. The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement.


If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera- tion, see a NISSAN dealer.


WARNING


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


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


WRS0189


Shoulder belt height adjustment (For front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad- justed to the position best for you. (See (cid:147)Precau- tions on seat belt usage(cid:148) earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull out the adjustment button s1 and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position s2 , so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock the shoul- der belt anchor into position.


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WRS0190


WRS0191


TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITHOUT RETRACTOR (center of rear seat)


Fastening the belts 1.


Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.


WRS0192
2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of the


belt away from the tongue.


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WRS0193
3. Position the lap belt low and snug on the


hips as illustrated.


WRS0194
4. Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at a right angle to the belt, then pull on the belt.


WRS0201


Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the seat belt, press the button the buckle. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available which is compatible with the installed seat belts. The ex- tender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See a NISSAN dealer for assistance if an extender is required.


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CHILD RESTRAINTS


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


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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS


WARNING


c Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can re- sult in serious injury or death.


WARNING


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


c 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.


c 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 sud- den stop.


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


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


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WRS0256


WARNING


c Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe 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 Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seri- ously injure or kill your child. A rear- facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.


c NISSAN recommends that the child re- straint be installed in the rear seat. Ac- cording to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.


c An improperly installed child restraint 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. In addition, this vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint lower anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Children) system. Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing- mounted attachments that can be connected to these lower anchors. For details, see the (cid:147)LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Children) system(cid:148) later in this section. Child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes are offered by several manufactur- ers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind:


c 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.


c Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle(cid:146)s seat and seat belt system.


c 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. Always follow all recommended procedures.


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


WARNING


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


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c Follow all of the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child re- straint, 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 in- jured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.


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


c After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in an- other seat and test it again.


c For a front-facing child restraint, if the seat position where it is installed has a three-point type lap/shoulder belt, check to make sure the shoulder belt does not go in front of the child(cid:146)s face or neck. If it does, put the shoulder belt behind the child restraint. If you must install a front facing child restraint in the front seat, see (cid:147)Installation on front passenger seat(cid:148) later in this section.


c When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to pre- vent 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.


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WRS0263


Front Facing (cid:151) step 1


INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT CENTER POSITION


Front facing When you install a child restraint in the rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions.


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WRS0250


WRS0264


WRS0265


Front Facing (cid:151) step 2


Front Facing (cid:151) step 3


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


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


Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing.


Front Facing (cid:151) step 4


4. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place. It should not move more than 1 inch. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat.


5.


6. Check to make sure the child restraint is


properly secured prior to each use.


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Rear Facing (cid:151) step 1


Rear Facing (cid:151) step 2


Rear Facing (cid:151) step 3


WRS0266


WRS0267


WRS0268


Rear facing When you install a child restraint in the rear center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as illustrated. Always follow the restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)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.


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


Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing.


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INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD POSITIONS


WARNING


c The three-point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint.


c Failure to use the retractor(cid:146)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.


WRS0272


Front Facing (cid:151) step 1


Front facing When you install a child restraint in a rear out- board seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer(cid:146)s in- structions.


WRS0269


Rear Facing (cid:151) step 4


4. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely in place. It should not move more than 1 inch. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt again, or put the restraint in another seat.


5.


6. Check to make sure the child restraint is


properly secured prior to each use.


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Front Facing (cid:151) step 2


Front Facing (cid:151) step 3


Front Facing (cid:151) step 4


WRS0250


WRS0251


WRS0146


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(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing.


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


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


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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.


WRS0252


Front Facing (cid:151) step 5


5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch.


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 retrac- tor is in the automatic locking mode.


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


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Rear Facing (cid:151) step 1


Rear facing When you install a child restraint in a rear out- board seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer(cid:146)s in- structions.


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Rear Facing (cid:151) step 2


Rear Facing (cid:151) step 3


Rear Facing (cid:151) 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 it engage.


Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer(cid:146)s instructions for belt routing.


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


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


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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.


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Rear Facing (cid:151) step 5


5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch.


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 retrac- tor is in the automatic locking mode.


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


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LATCH (lower anchors and tether for children) SYSTEM


WARNING


c Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown. If a child restraint is not secured properly, your child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident.


c Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the LATCH system anchors. The child re- straint will not be secured properly.


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2. After attaching the child restraint and before placing the child in it, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the child restraint is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch.


3. Check to make sure that the child restraint is


properly secured prior to each use.


c The LATCH system anchors are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.


Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be con- nected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. This system is known as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil- dren) system. 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. Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system compatible child re- straints. Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with the LATCH sys- tem. This information may also be in the child restraint owner(cid:146)s manual. If you have such a child restraint, refer to the illustration for the seating positions equipped with LATCH system anchors which can be used to secure the child restraint.


The LATCH system 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 system anchors.


LATCH child restraints generally require the use of a top tether strap. See (cid:147)Top tether strap child restraint(cid:148) later in this section for installation in- structions.


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


When you install a LATCH system compatible child restraint to the lower anchor attachments, follow these steps:


WARNING


Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your fingers into the lower anchor area and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system an- chors, such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the LATCH sys- tem anchors are obstructed.


insert


1. To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint, the child restraint LATCH system anchor attachments into the anchor points on the seat. If the child re- straint is equipped with a top tether, see (cid:147)Top tether strap child restraint(cid:148) later in this section for installation instructions.


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structions to remove any slack. Make sure the shoulder belt is placed between the seat back and child restraint. For the rear outboard seating positions, place the top tether strap over the seat back as shown in the illustration.


Rear seat outboard position


Rear seat outboard position


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1. Hook 2. 3. 4.


Anchor bracket Tether strap Tongue and buckle fastened


TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT This vehicle is equipped with 3 anchor brackets in the rear cargo area for attaching child restraint top tether straps.


If your child restraint has a top tether strap, se- cure the child restraint with the two-point (center) or three-point seat belt and latch the top strap hook onto the anchor bracket which provides the straightest installation of the tether strap. Tighten the strap according to the manufacturer(cid:146)s in-


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WARNING


In the center position the top tether strap must be correctly placed between the split in the rear seat back cushions. If the child restraint top tether strap is not secured properly, your child could be seriously in- jured or killed in an accident.


Secure the top strap to the attaching bracket that provides the straightest installation of the strap. Tighten the strap according to the manufactur- er(cid:146)s instructions to remove any slack.


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WARNING


Rear seat center position


For the rear center seating position, place the top tether strap through the split between the rear seat back cushion as shown in the illustration. Position the tether as low as possible in the split before tightening the top tether strap. Do not place the top tether strap over the seat back to the side of the split when installing a child re- straint in the center rear position. In that position the top tether strap may not stay in place and not keep the child restraint secure in a crash.


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


c The child restraint top tether strap may be damaged by contact with the ton- neau cover or items in the cargo area. Remove the tonneau cover from the ve- hicle or secure it and any cargo. Your child could be seriously injured or killed

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