Infiniti EX 2010 User Manual
For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.
2010 Infiniti EX Owner’s Manual
Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking
about vehicle design. It integrates advanced
engineering and superior craftsmanship with a
simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated
with traditional Japanese culture.
The result is a different notion of luxury and
beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the
sense of harmony that the vehicle evokes in its
driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel
with the INFINITI — from the way it looks and
drives to the high level of retailer service.
To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the
fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner’s
Manual immediately. It explains all of the features, controls and performance characteristics
of your INFINITI; it also provides important
instructions and safety information.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet is included in your Owner’s literature portfolio. The
INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing
your vehicle. Always carry it with you when you
take yourvehicle to an INFINITI retailer. The Warranty Information Booklet contents provide
complete information about all warranties covering this vehicle, the requirements to keep the
warranties in effect as well as the INFINITI Roadside Assistance program.
Additionally, a separate Customer Care and
Lemon Law Information Booklet will explain how
to resolve any concerns you may have with your
vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your
state’s lemon law.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, read your Owner’s
Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity
with controls and maintenance requirements,
assisting you in the safe operation of your
vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS
FOR SAFETY!
Follow these important driving rules to help
ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and
your passengers!
● NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
● ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and
never drive too fast for conditions.
● ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
and avoid using vehicle features or taking
other actions that could distract you.
● ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate
child restraint systems. Pre-teen children
should be seated in the rear seat.
● ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to all
occupants of the vehicle.
● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.
FOREWORD
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 performance problems resulting from modification
will not be covered under the INFINITI warranties.
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. INFINITI reserves the right to change
specifications or design at any time without
notice.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THIS MANUAL
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They are used in the following ways:
WARNING
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injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.
CAUTION
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or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.
If you see the symbol above, it means “Do not
do this” or “Do not let this happen” .
If you see a symbol similar to those above in an
illustration, it means the arrow points to the
front of the vehicle.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
those above indicate movement or action.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
those above call attention to an item in the
illustration.
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WARNING
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certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids 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 batteries, may
contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate Material - special
handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”
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INFINITI CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
INFINITI CARES ...
Both INFINITI and your INFINITI retailer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your INFINITI retailer
are our primary concerns. Your INFINITI retailer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
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– Current odometer reading
– Your INFINITI retailer’s name
– Your comments or questions
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INFINITI Division
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Consumer Affairs Department
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Franklin, TN 37068-5003
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INFINITI Division
Nissan Canada Inc.
5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
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Table of Contents
Illustrated table of contents
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Technical and consumer information
Index
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
0 Illustrated table of contents
Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint
system (SRS) .....................................0-2
Exterior front...................................... 0-3
Exterior rear ......................................0-4
Passenger compartment ........................... 0-5
Cockpit...........................................0-6
Instrument panel .................................. 0-8
Meters and gauges ................................ 0-9
Engine compartment.............................. 0-10
VQ35HR engine ............................... 0-10
Warning and indicator lights .......................0-11
1. Rear seat power folding/return switch
(Page 1-4)
2. Child restraint anchor points (for top
tether strap child restraint) (P. 1-24)
3. Head restraints (P. 1-6)
4. Seat belts (P. 1-12)
5. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bags (P. 1-40)
6. Supplemental front-impact air bags
(P. 1-40)
7. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system (P. 1-22)
8. Rear armrest (P. 1-12)
9. Rear seats (P. 1-4)
— Child restraints (P. 1-20)
10. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bags (P. 1-40)
11. Seat belt pretensioner (P. 1-51)
12. Occupant classification sensor
(pattern sensor) (P. 1-45)
13. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-47)
SSI0417
SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
0-2 Illustrated table of contents
1. Hood (P. 3-16)
2. Headlight and turn signal (P. 2-33)
— Bulb replacement (P. 8-24)
— Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
(if so equipped) (P. 2-36)
3. Windshield wiper and washer (P. 2-31)
— Maintenance (P. 8-17)
4. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-51)
5. Roof rack (if so equipped) (P. 2-48)
6. Power windows (P. 2-49)
7. Outside mirrors (P. 3-23)
— Side view camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-28)
— Welcome light (P. 2-53)
8. Doors
— Keys (P. 3-2)
— Door locks (P. 3-4)
— Intelligent Key system (P. 3-6)
— Remote keyless entry system (P. 3-13)
9. Recovery hook (P. 6-13)
10. Front view camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-28)
11. Sonar sensor
— Around View Monitor (if so equipped)
(P. 4-28)
12. Fog light (P. 2-38)
13. Tires
— Wheel and tires (P. 8-26, P. 9-8)
— Flat tire (P. 6-2)
— Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) (P. 2-14, P. 5-3)
SSI0383
EXTERIOR FRONT
Illustrated table of contents 0-3
1. Rearview camera (if so equipped)
(P. 4-22)
2. Lift gate (P. 3-17)
— Intelligent Key system (P. 3-6)
— Remote keyless entry system (P. 3-13)
3. Rear window defroster (P. 2-33)
4. High-mounted stop light
(bulb replacement) (P. 8-22)
5. Rear window wiper and washer (P. 2-32)
— Maintenance (P. 8-18)
6. Antenna (P. 4-93)
7. Sonar sensor
— Around View Monitor (if so equipped)
(P. 4-28)
8. Rear combination light
(bulb replacement) (P. 8-22)
9. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-18)
— Fuel recommendation (P. 9-3)
10. Child safety rear door locks (P. 3-6)
SSI0384
EXTERIOR REAR
0-4 Illustrated table of contents
1. Coat hooks (P. 2-46)
2. Seat-mounted jacket hanger (P. 2-46)
3. Rear personal light (P. 2-54)
4. Power window controls (P. 2-49)
— Outside mirror remote control switch
(P. 3-23)
5. Automatic drive positioner switch
(if so equipped) (P. 3-25)
6. Sun visors (P. 3-21)
7. Moonroof switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-51)
8. Map light (P. 2-53)
9. Sunglasses holder (P. 2-45)
10. Inside rearview mirror (P. 3-21)
— HomeLink姞 (if so equipped) (P. 2-56)
— Compass (if so equipped) (P. 2-8)
11. Cargo cover (if so equipped) (P. 2-47)
12. Rear cup holders (P. 2-44)
13. Console box
— Power outlet (P. 2-43)
— Auxiliary input jacks (P. 4-89)
— USB memory operation (P. 4-71)
— iPod姞 player operation (P. 4-80)
14. Front cup holders (P. 2-44)
SSI0401
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Illustrated table of contents 0-5
1. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer
(P. 2-6)
2. Instrument brightness control switch
(P. 2-37)
3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal
switch (P. 2-33)
4. Trip computer switch (P. 2-25)
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P. 2-31)
6. Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) switch
(if so equipped)
— Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
(P. 5-60)
— Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
(P. 5-17)
7. Hood release handle (P. 3-16)
8. Intelligent Key port (P. 5-10)
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 5-75)
10. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-42)
11. Electric tilting/telescopic steering wheel
lever (if so equipped) (P. 3-19)
12. Steering-wheel-mounted controls
(Left side)
— For audio system (P. 4-91)
— For Bluetooth姞 Hands-Free Phone
System (with navigation system)
(P. 4-94)
— For Bluetooth姞 Hands-Free Phone
System (without navigation system)
(P. 4-106)
— For INFINITI Voice Recognition
System (if so equipped) (P. 4-119)
13. Manual tilting/telescopic steering wheel
lever (if so equipped) (P. 3-19)
SSI0623
COCKPIT
0-6 Illustrated table of contents
14. Steering wheel
— Horn (P. 2-39)
— Driver supplemental air bag (P. 1-40)
15. Steering-wheel-mounted controls
(right side)
— Cruise control switches (P. 5-25)
— Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-27)
— Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-17)
— Distance Control Assist (DCA) switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-48)
16. Center-console-mounted controls
— Heated seat switches
(if so equipped) (P. 2-39)
— Rear seat power return switches
(if so equipped) (P. 1-4)
— SNOW mode switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-42)
Illustrated table of contents 0-7
1. Side ventilator (P. 4-40)
2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-5)
3. Center ventilator (P. 4-40)
4. Center display (P. 4-2)
5. Clock (P. 2-43)
6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-38)
7. Center multi-function control panel
— Navigation system* (if so equipped)
— Vehicle information and setting
buttons (P. 4-8)
— Bluetooth姞 Hands-Free Phone System
(if so equipped) (P. 4-94)
— Around View Monitor (if so equipped)
(P. 4-28)
8. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-40)
9. Fuse box cover (P. 8-19)
10. Parking brake (P. 5-16)
11. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-8)
12. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-45)
13. Power outlet (P. 2-43)
14. Rear window defogger switch (P. 2-33)
15. Automatic climate control system
(P. 4-41)
16. Audio system (P. 4-51)
17. Glove box lid release handle (P. 2-45)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
SSI0624
INSTRUMENT PANEL
0-8 Illustrated table of contents
1. Tachometer (P. 2-7)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P. 2-11)
3. Speedometer (P. 2-6)
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
(P. 2-7)
5. Dot matrix liquid crystal
display/Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P. 2-20)
6. Fuel gauge (P. 2-8)
SSI0387
METERS AND GAUGES
Illustrated table of contents 0-9
VQ35HR ENGINE
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P. 8-19)
2. Battery (P. 8-13)
3. Radiator filler cap (P. 8-7)
4. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)
7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-12)
8. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11)
9. Air cleaner (P. 8-16)
10. Drive belts (P. 8-15)
11. Coolant reservoir (P. 8-7)
SSI0388
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
0-10 Illustrated table of contents
Warn-
ing
light
Name Page
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
warning light
(AWD models)*
2-12
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
2-12
Automatic Transmission
(AT) check warning light
2-12
Brake warning light 2-12
Charge warning light 2-13
Distance Control Assist
(DCA) system warning
light (orange)*
2-13
Engine oil pressure warning light
2-13
Warn-
ing
light
Name Page
Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) system warning light
(orange)*
2-14
Intelligent Key system
warning light
2-14
Lane departure warning
light (orange)*
2-14
Low tire pressure warning
light
2-14
Low washer fluid warning
light
2-15
Master warning light 2-15
Preview Function warning
light (orange)*
2-16
Seat belt warning light 2-16
Supplemental air bag
warning light
2-16
Indica-
tor
light
Name Page
Adaptive Front lighting
System (AFS) indicator
light
2-16
Automatic Transmission
(AT) position indicator
light
2-17
Front passenger air bag
status light
2-17
High beam indicator light 2-17
Intelligent Brake Assist
(IBA) off indicator light*
2-17
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON indicator
light (green)*
2-17
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)
2-17
Security indicator light 2-18
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Illustrated table of contents 0-11
Indica-
tor
light
Name Page
Slip indicator light 2-18
Low beam indicator lights 2-18
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
2-18
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light
2-19
*: if so equipped
0-12 Illustrated table of contents
1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system
Seats .............................................1-2
Front seats .....................................1-2
Rear seats ......................................1-4
Head restraints .................................1-6
Front-seat active head restraint...................1-9
Adjustable headrest .............................1-9
Armrest (if so equipped) ........................1-12
Seat belts ........................................1-12
Precautions on seat belt usage ..................1-12
Child safety....................................1-15
Pregnant women ...............................1-16
Injured persons ................................1-16
Three-point type seat belt.......................1-16
Seat belt extenders.............................1-19
Seat belt maintenance ..........................1-19
Child restraints .................................. 1-20
Precautions on child restraints ................. 1-20
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH) ............................... 1-22
Top tether strap child restraint ................. 1-24
Child restraint installation using LATCH ..........1-25
Child restraint installation using the seat
belts ......................................... 1-29
Booster seats .....................................1-35
Precautions on booster seats....................1-35
Booster seat installation ....................... 1-38
Supplemental restraint system .................... 1-40
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................................... 1-40
INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System
(front seats) ...................................1-45
Front seat-mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag and roof-mounted
curtain side-impact supplemental air bag
systems ...................................... 1-50
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) .......1-51
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............1-52
Supplemental air bag warning light ..............1-53
Repair and replacement procedure...............1-53
WARNING
● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the
seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous.
The shoulder belt will not be against your
body. In an accident, you could be thrown
into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt
and receive serious internal injuries.
● For the most effective protection when the
vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat with
both feet on the floor and adjust the seat
properly. See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE” later in this section.
● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to
make sure it is securely locked.
● Do not leave children unattended inside the
vehicle. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls. Unattended children
could become involved in serious accidents.
● The seatback should not be reclined further
than necessary for comfort. Seat belts are
most effective when the passenger sits well
back and straight up in the seat. If the seat
back is reclined, the risk of sliding under the
lap belt and being injured is increased.
FRONT SEATS
Front power seat adjustment
Operating tips :
● The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds,
then reactivate the switch.
● Do not operate the power seat switch for a
long period of time when the engine is off.
This will discharge the battery.
See “AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER” in the “3.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section for
the seat position memory function.
CAUTION
When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not
to contact any moving parts to avoid possible
injuries and/or damages.
SSS0133
SEATS
1-2 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Forward and backward :
Moving the switch
䊊
1
forward or backward will
slide the seat forward or backward to the
desired position.
Reclining :
Move the recline switch
䊊
2
backward until the
desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback
forward again, move the switch
䊊
2
forward.
The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
seatback for occupants of different sizes for
added comfort and to help obtain proper seat
belt fit. (See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE” later in this section.) Also, the seatback
can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when
the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is
in the P (Park) position.
Seat lifter :
Push the front or rear end of the switch up or
down to adjust the angle or height of the seat.
SSS0834 SSS0835
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3
Lumbar support (if so equipped) :
The lumbar support feature provides lower back
support to the driver.
Type A
Push the front
䊊
1
or back
䊊
2
end of the switch
to adjust the seatback lumbar area.
Type B
Move the lever
䊊
1
up or down to adjust the
seatback lumbar area.
REAR SEATS
CAUTION
● When operating the rear power seatback return, make sure that the vehicle is stopped
and the transmission is in the P (Park)
position.
● Make sure the lid of the rear seat cup holders
is closed before folding the rear seatback.
WARNING
● 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 accident or sudden stop.
● When returning the seatbacks to the upright
position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not
completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
● Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
Type A
SSS0795
Type B
SSS0836
1-4 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Power folding
Luggage room switch (Type A) :
Push the front side of the switch
䊊
1
located on
the right side or left side of the luggage room.
The corresponding rear seatback will be folded
down automatically.
Push and hold the rear side of the switch
䊊
2
.
The corresponding rear seatback will be returned automatically. A beep sounds once and
the rear seatback will rise up while holding the
switch. A beep sounds twice when the seatback
is fully returned in position.
Luggage room switch (Type B) :
Push the front side of the switch
䊊
1
located on
the right side or left side of the luggage room.
The corresponding rear seatback will be folded
down automatically.
Center console switch :
Push and hold the switch located on the center
console. The corresponding rear seatback will
be returned automatically. A beep sounds once
and the rear seatback will rise up while holding
the switch. A beep sounds twice when the
seatback is fully returned in position.
Type A
SSS0828
Type B
SSS0853
SSS0829
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-5
Manual folding
Pull the lever
䊊
A
located on the right side or left
side of the seatback before folding down the
corresponding seatback.
Part of the release lever is marked with a red
indicator. The red indicator is visible if the
seatback is not fully latched.
Return the rear seatback manually until it securely locks in position. Make sure the red
indicator on the release lever is not visible
when the seats are in the upright and latched
position.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
Head restraints supplement the other vehicle
safety systems. They may provide additional
protection against injury in certain rear end
collisions. Adjust the head restraints properly,
as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not
attach anything to the head restraint stalks or
remove the head restraint. Do not use the seat
if the head restraint has been removed. If the
head restraint was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow
these instructions can reduce the effectiveness
of the head restraints. This may increase the
risk of serious injury or death in a collision.
The illustration shows the seating positions
equipped with head restraints. The head restraints are adjustable.
Indicates the seating position is
equipped with a head restraint.
SSS0830 SSS1013
1-6 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Components
1. Head restraint
2. Adjustment notches
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
Adjustment
Adjust the head restraint so the center is level
with the center of your ears.
To raise the head restraint, pull it up.
SSS0992 SSS0997 SSS0993
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-7
To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push
the head restraint down.
Removal
Use the following procedure to remove the
adjustable head restraints.
1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest
position.
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
3. Remove the head restraint from the seat.
4. Store the head restraint properly in a
secure place so it is not loose in the
vehicle.
5. Install and properly adjust the head re-
straint before an occupant uses the seating position.
Install
1. Align the head restraint stalks with the
holes in the seat. Make sure that the head
restraint is facing the correct direction.
The stalk with the adjustment notches
䊊
1
must be installed in the hole with the lock
knob
䊊
2
.
2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the
head restraint down.
3. Properly adjust the head restraint before
an occupant uses the seating position.
SSS0994 SSS0995 SSS0996
1-8 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT
The Active Head Restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from
the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the
occupant’s head by reducing its backward
movement and helping absorb some of the
forces that may lead to whiplash-type injuries.
Active Head Restraints are effective for 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.
Adjust the Active Head Restraints properly as
described earlier in this section.
ADJUSTABLE HEADREST
WARNING
The adjustable headrests supplement the
other vehicle safety systems. They may provide
additional protection against injury in certain
rear end collisions. Adjust the headrests properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do
not attach anything to the adjustable headrest
stalks or remove the adjustable headrests. Do
not use the seat if the adjustable headrests
have been removed. If the headrest was removed, install and properly adjust the headrest
before an occupant uses the seating position.
Failure to follow these instructions can reduce
the effectiveness of the adjustable headrests.
This may increase the risk of serious injury or
death in a collision.
The illustration shows the seating positions
equipped with adjustable headrests. The headrests are adjustable.
Indicates the seating position is
equipped with an adjustable headrest.
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Components
1. Adjustable headrest
2. Adjustment notches
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
Adjustment
Adjust the headrest so the center is level with
the center of your ears.
To raise the headrest, pull it up.
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To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push
the headrest down.
Removal
Use the following procedure to remove the
adjustable headrests.
1. Pull the headrest up to the highest position.
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
3. Remove the headrest from the seat.
4. Store the headrest properly in a secure
place so it is not loose in the vehicle.
5. Install and properly adjust the headrest
before an occupant uses the seating position.
Install
1. Align the headrest stalks with the holes in
the seat. Make sure that the headrest is
facing the correct direction. The stalk with
the adjustment notches
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1
must be in-
stalled in the hole with the lock knob
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2
.
2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the
headrest down.
3. Properly adjust the headrest before an
occupant uses the seating position.
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