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Flat tire . Spare tire . Tire chains. Tire placard . Tire pressure . Tire rotation . Tires of 4-wheel drive. Types of tires . Uniform tire quality grading. Wheels and tires . Wheel/tire size .

.6-2
.6-4
.8-37
.9-11
.8-30
.8-38
.8-40
.8-36
.9-27
.8-30
.9-8

Tire pressure

Low tire pressure warning light

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Top tether strap child restraint . Towing

2-wheel drive models. 4-wheel drive models. Flat towing. Tow truck towing . Towing load/specification .

.2-15
.5-3
.1-26

.6-12
.6-13
.9-27
.6-11
.9-21

Trailer towing .

.9-18

Transmission

Driving with automatic transmission . Driving with manual transmission . Selector lever lock release .

.5-12
.5-15
.5-14

Travel (See registering your vehicle in another .9-9
country) . .2-5
Trip computer . Trip odometer . .2-4
.2-27
Turn signal switch.

Uniform tire quality grading.

.9-27

.3-12
.9-8
.2-29
.5-32
.9-9

.9-9
.9-9
.9-12
.6-13
.2-21

Vanity mirror . Vehicle dimensions and weights . Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system . Vehicle identification . Vehicle identification number (VIN) (Chassis number). Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . Vehicle loading information. Vehicle recovery. Vehicle security system. Vehicle security system (NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system), engine start . Ventilators. Visors . Voltmeter .

.2-22, 3-2, 5-10
.4-2
.3-11
.2-8

Warning

.2-15
4WD warning light . .1-57, 2-17
Air bag warning light. .2-13
Anti-lock brake warning light . .2-14
Battery charge warning light . .2-13
Brake warning light . .2-14
Door open warning light . .2-14
Engine oil pressure warning light .2-28
Hazard warning flasher switch . .2-15
Low fuel warning light .2-15
Low tire pressure warning light .2-16
Low washer fluid warning light. .1-51
Passenger air bag and status light. .2-16
Seat belt warning light . .2-21
Vehicle security system. Warning labels (for SRS). .1-57
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders . Warning lights. Washer switch

.2-12
.2-12

Rear window wiper and washer switches . Windshield wiper and washer switch . Weights (See dimensions and weights) . Wheels and tires . Wheel/tire size . When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country . Window washer fluid . Windows

Locking passengers(cid:146) windows . Power rear windows . Power windows .

.2-24
.2-23
.9-8
.8-30
.9-8

.9-9
.8-12

.2-45
.2-45
.2-44

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Rear power windows .

Windshield wiper and washer switch . Wiper

Rear window wiper and washer switches . Windshield wiper and washer switch . Wiper blades .

.2-45
.2-23

.2-24
.2-23
.8-18

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MEMO

GAS STATION INFORMATION

RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num- ber (Research octane number 91).

CAUTION

c Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage.

c Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way catalyst.

c Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel system components and is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle lim- ited warranty.

For additional information, see (cid:147)Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants in the (cid:147)Technical and consumer information(cid:148) section.

RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL: c Engine oil with API Certification Mark c Viscosity SAE 5W-30
See (cid:147)Engine oil and oil filter recommendation(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Technical and consumer information(cid:148) sec- tion of this manual. TIRE COLD PRESSURE: See Tire and Loading Information label. The label is typically located on the driver side center pillar or on the driver(cid:146)s door. For additional information, see (cid:147)Wheels and tires(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Main- tenance and do-it-yourself(cid:148) section. RECOMMENDED NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE: During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of vehicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the (cid:147)BREAK-IN SCHEDULE(cid:148) information found in the (cid:147)Starting and driving(cid:148) section of this manual. Follow these recommendations for the future re- liability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in vehicle damage or shortened engine life.

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QUICK REFERENCE

Battery 8-13
Power steering fluid 8-11
Engine coolant 8-7

1. 2. 3. 4. Window washer fluid 8-12
5. 6. Heater and air conditioner 4-2; Audio

Automatic transmission fluid 8-11

system 4-10
Passenger supplemental air bag 1-42
Spare tire 6-2
Rear door lock 3-5

7. 8. 9. 10. Fuel filler cap 3-10; Fuel recommenda-

tions 9-3

11. Seat belts 1-10
12. Door locks 3-3
13. Driver supplemental air bag 1-42
14. Hood release 3-8
15. Meters and gauges 2-3
16. Clutch fluid 8-11
17. Brake fluid 8-11
18. Engine oil 8-8

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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 give your full attention to driv- ing and avoid using vehicle features or taking other actions that could distract you.

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. 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 DRIV- ING 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.

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could

affect

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification its performance, safety or durability, and may governmental regulations. In addition, damage or per- formance problems resulting from modi- fications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

violate

even

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.

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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.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batter- ies, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: (cid:147)Perchlorate Material (cid:150) special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.(cid:148)

BLUETOOTHt is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Visteon.

' 2007 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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.

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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 questions, please contact the NISSAN Con- sumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number: For U.S. customers 1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261)

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)

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003

You can write to NISSAN with the information at: For U.S. customers

For Canadian customers

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

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

(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

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

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Table of Contents

Illustrated table of contents

Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone 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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Airbags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2
Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3
Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5

Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6
Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8
Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-9

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AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

1. 2.

3. 4.

5.

2nd row seat belts (P. 1-10) Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags (if so equipped) (P. 1-42) Front seat belts (P. 1-10) Front-seat Active Head Restraints (P.1-5) Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-42) Seats (P. 1-2)

6. 7. Occupant classification sensor

8. 9.

(pressure sensor) (P.1-50) Seat belts with pretensioners (P. 1-55) Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (if so equipped) (P.1-54)

10. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) (P. 1-24)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

Engine hood (P. 3-8)

1. 2. Windshield wiper and washer switch

(P. 2-23)

3. Windshield (P. 8-18) 4. 5.

Power windows (P. 2-44) Door locks, keyfob, keys (P. 3-3, 3-5, 3-2) 6. Mirrors (P. 3-12) 7. 8. 9. 10. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26) 11. Headlight and turn signal switch

Tire pressure (P. 8-30) Flat tire (P. 6-2) Tire chains (P. 5-35)

(P. 2-25)

12. Fog light switch (P. 2-28) 13. Tow hooks (P.6-11) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

Roof rack (P. 2-41) Vehicle loading (P. 9-12) Rear window defrost (P. 2-25) Rear window washer (P.2-24) Lift gate (P. 3-9) Spare tire (P.6-2) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26) Fuel-filler door (P.3-9)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Child safety rear door lock (P.3-5) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Map lights (P. 2-46) Sun visors (P. 3-11) 2. 3. Inside mirror (P.3-12) 4. Glove box (P. 2-35) 5. Console box (P. 2-34) 6. 7. 8. See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

Front seats (P. 1-2) Rear seats (P.1-7) Storage (P. 2-33)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. 2.

3.

4.

Ventilators (P. 4-2) Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-25) Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so equipped)/BluetoothT Hands- Free Phone System (if so equipped) (P. 4-26, P. 4-28) Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-42, P. 2-29)

5. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator

6.

lights (P. 2-3, 2-12) Cruise control main/set switches (P. 5-18)

7. Windshield wiper/washer switch and

rear window wiper/washer switch (P. 2-23, P. 2-24) Storage (P. 2-33) Audio system controls (P. 4-10)

8. 9. 10. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-42)

11. Upper and lower glove box (P. 2-35) 12. Passenger air bag status light (P. 1-51) 13. Power outlets or Aux jack

(if so equipped) and power outlet (P. 2-32, P. 4-25)

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14. Electronic locking rear differential

(E-Lock) system switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-30) Hill descent control switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-29) Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P. 2-29)

15. Shift selector lever (P. 5-12) 16. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped)

(P. 5-21)

17. Climate controls (P. 4-2) 18. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-28) 19. 20. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-11) 21. Clutch interlock (clutch start) switch

Ignition switch (P. 5-8)

(if so equipped) (P. 2-31)

22. Power outside mirror controls

(if so equipped) (P. 3-13)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

VQ40DE engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

(P. 8-12) Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-21) Fuse and relay box (P. 8-21) Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8) Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8) Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (P. 8-11) Air cleaner (P. 8-17) Drive belt location (P.8-15) Radiator cap (P. 8-7)

7. 8. 9. 10. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11) 11. Battery (P. 8-13) 12. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7) See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

or

Page

2-13

2-13

2-13

Name

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light

Automatic transmis- sion oil temperature warning light (if so equipped)

Automatic transmis- sion park warning light ( model)

Brake warning light

2-13

or

Charge warning light

Door open warning light

2-14

2-14

Warning

light

Name

Page

Indicator

light

Name

Engine oil pressure warning light

4WD warning light

model)

Low fuel warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

Low windshield washer fluid warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

2-14

2-15

2-15

2-15

2-16

2-16

2-17

Automatic transmis- sion position indica- tor light

Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Electronic locking rear differential (E- Lock) system on indicator light (if so equipped)

4WD shift indicator light ( model)

Front passenger air bag status light

Page

2-17

2-17

2-17

2-17

2-18

2-18

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Indicator

light

Name

Vehicle Dynamic Control off indicator light

Page

2-20

Indicator

light

Name

High beam indicator light (Blue)

Hill descent control system on indicator light (if so equipped)

Malfunction Indica- tor Lamp (MIL)

Overdrive off indica- tor light (automatic transmission only)

Security indicator light (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light for VDC

Transfer 4LO posi- tion indicator light model)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Page

2-18

2-29

2-18

2-19

2-19

2-19

2-20

2-20

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1 Safety(cid:151)Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Front-Seat Active Head Restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Flexible seating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Three-point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren system (LATCH). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
Child restraint installation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-31
Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-37
Precautions on booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-37
Booster seat installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-39
Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-42

Precautions on supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-42
Supplemental air bag warning labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-57
Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-57

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SEATS

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT

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 with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. See (cid:147)Precau- tions on Seat Belt Usage(cid:148) later in this section.

c After adjustment, gently rock in the seat

to make sure it is securely locked.

c Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- tivate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in seri- ous accidents.

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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.

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.

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. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. See (cid:147)Precautions on seat belt usage(cid:148) later in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in P (Park).

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

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WRS0213

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 forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.

HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT To raise the head restraint, pull it up s2 . To lower, push and hold the lock knob s1 and push the head restraint down s2 . The head restraints on the rear seats are remov- able.

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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FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

c Always adjust the head restraints prop- erly as specified in this section. Failure to do so can reduce the effectiveness of the Active Head Restraint.

c Active Head Restraints are designed to supplement other safety systems. Al- ways wear seat belts. No system can prevent all injuries in any accident.

c Do not attach anything to the head re- straint stalks. Doing so could impair Active Head Restraint function.

The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz- ing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occu- pant(cid:146)s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash type injuries. Active Head Restraints are effective for collisions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most. Active Head Restraints operate only in certain rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head restraints return to their original positions. Properly adjust the Active Head Restraints as described earlier in this section. FLEXIBLE SEATING

WARNING

c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seats when they are in the fold-down position. In a collision, people riding in these areas without proper restraints 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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Folding the front passenger(cid:146)s seatback (if so equipped) To fold the front passenger(cid:146)s seatback flat for extra storage length when transporting long items: s1 Slide the seat to the rearmost position. Lift up on the recline lever, located on the out- side edge of the seat, and fold the seatback forward as far as it will go. Then lift up on the latch located on the upper corner of the seatback to release the back of the seat.

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s2 Once the seatback is released it will enable you to fold the front passenger seatback flat over the seat cushion.

3. To return the front passenger(cid:146)s seat to a seating position lift up on the seatback and push it up to an upright position. Then pull up on the recline lever and lean the seatback to a proper seating position. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

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c If you fold the front passenger(cid:146)s seat- back flat forward to carry longer ob- jects, be sure this cargo is properly se- cured and not near an air bag. In a crash, an inflating air bag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury or even death. Se- cure objects away from the area in which an air bag would inflate. See (cid:147)Precautions on supplemental restraint system(cid:148) later in this section.

c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the front passenger(cid:146)s seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers could re- sult in serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.

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Folding the 2nd row bench seat To fold the 2nd row bench seat flat for maximum cargo hauling:

s1 Disconnect and secure the center seat belt and tongues into the retractor base. See (cid:147)Stowing the center seat belt(cid:148) later in this section. Then properly stow the outboard seat belts in the seat belt hooks before fold- ing down the rear seats. See (cid:147)Seat belt hook(cid:148) in this section for more information. Lower the head restraints to the full (cid:147)down(cid:148) position. Pull the strap forward, located in the center of each seat cushion, and fold each seat cushion toward the front of the vehicle.

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s2 Then pull the straps located on the outside edge of each seatback to fold the seatbacks forward.

s3 This provides a level cargo floor.

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s4 To return the bench seats to a seating posi- tion reverse this process. Raise the seat- backs to an upright position. Make sure to hold the seat belts above the seat cushion, then push the seat cush- ion down into place.

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