Infiniti G35 Owner's Manual

Foreword

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 thevehicle evokes in its driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI — from the way itlooks anddrives to thehigh 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 can be found in your Owner’s literature portfolio. Always carry it with you when you take your INFINITI to an authorized retailer. The portfolio contents provide complete information about all warranties covering this vehicle, the periodic maintenance required 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.

INFINITI is dedicated to providing a satisfying ownership experience for as long as you own your car. Should you have any questions regarding your INFINITI or an INFINITI dealer, please contact our Consumer Affairs department at: In U.S. 1-800-662-6200. In Canada 1-800-361-4792.

READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Before driving your vehicle please 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 andcomfortable trip foryou and your passengers!

O Never drive under the influence of alcohol

or drugs.

O Always observe posted speed limits and

never drive too fast for conditions.

O Always use seat belts and child re-

straints. Pre-teen children should be seated in the rear seat.

O Always provide information about the

proper use of vehiclesafety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

O Always review this Owner’s Manual for

important safety information.

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 modifications may not be covered under 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

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 moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.

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If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen.

If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, 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.

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 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.

All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’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 Motor Co., Ltd.

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Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Display screen, 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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Exterior ............................................................ 0-2

Sedan ......................................................... 0-2

Coupe ......................................................... 0-3

Passenger compartment ................................... 0-4

Sedan ......................................................... 0-4

Coupe ......................................................... 0-5

Instrument panel ............................................. 0-6

Meters and gauges........................................... 0-8

Engine compartment locations ......................... 0-9

EXTERIOR

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SEDAN

1. Engine hood (Page 3-24)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-20)

3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-19)

4. Windshield (P.8-20)

5. Sunroof (P.2-39)

6. Power windows (P.2-37)

7. Towing hook (P.6-15)

8. Fog light switch (P.2-24)

9. Front side marker light (P.8-32)

10. Tire pressure (P.8-36)

11. Flat tire (P.6-2)

12. Tire chains (P.8-42)

13. Mirrors (P.3-32)

14. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P.3-3)

15. Trunk lid (P.3-25)

16. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-27)

17. Rear window defogger switch

(P.2-20)

18. Fuel filler lid (P.3-28)

19. Rear combination light (P.8-32)

20. Child safety locks (P.3-5)

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COUPE

1. Engine hood (P.3-24)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-20)

3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-19)

4. Windshield (P.8-20)

5. Sunroof (P.2-39)

6. Power windows (P.2-37)

7. Towing hook (P.6-12)

8. Fog light switch (P.2-24)

9. Front side marker light (P.8-32)

10. Tire pressure (P.8-36)

11. Flat tire (P.6-2)

12. Tire chains (P.8-42)

13. Mirrors (P.3-32)

14. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P.3-3)

15. Trunk lid (P.3-25)

16. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-27)

17. Rear window defogger switch

(P.2-20)

18. Fuel filler lid (P.3-28)

19. Rear combination light (P.8-32)

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

SEDAN

1. Automatic anti-glare mirror, HomeLink (P.3-32, 2-44)

2. Interior lights (P.2-41)

3. Sun visors (P.3-32)

4. Power windows (P.2-37)

5. Front seat (P.1-2)

6. Rear cup holders (P.2-32)

7. Interior trunk access (P.1-6)

8. Front cup holders (P.2-31)

9. Console box (P.2-34)

10. Rear seat (P.1-5)

11. LATCH system (P.1-24)

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COUPE

1. Automatic anti-glare mirror, HomeLink (P.3-32, 2-44)

2. Interior lights (P.2-41)

3. Sun visors (P.3-32)

4. Power windows (P.2-37)

5. Front seat (P.1-2)

6. Coat hook (P.2-36)

7. Interior trunk access (P.1-6)

8. Parking brake (MT models) (P.5-18)

9. Front cup holders (P.2-31)

10. Console box (P.2-34)

11. Rear cup holders (P.2-32)

12. Rear seat (P.1-5)

13. LATCH system (P.1-24)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-20)

2. Security indicator (P.2-18)

3. Steering switch for audio control (P.4-27)

4. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-35)/ Horn (P.2-25)

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5. Meters/gauges (P.2-3)

6. Cruise control main/set switch (P.5-20)

7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-19)

8. Center ventilator (P.4-10)

9. Center display - Compass, Air conditioner, Ambient temperature, Passen-

ger air bag status light (P.1-44)

10. Rear window and outside mirror defogger switch (P.2-20)

11. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-11)

12. Clock (P.2-28)

13. Navigation system* (if so equipped) (P.4-2)

14. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-35)

15. Upper glove box(except for Navigation system equipped models) (P.2-34)

16. Side window defogger (P.4-10)

17. Side ventilator (P.4-10)

18. Hood lock release handle (P.3-24)

19. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-25)

20. VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) OFF switch (P.2-27)

21. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-23)

22. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-33)

23. Fuse box (P.8-26)

24. Automatic steering column control (if so equipped) (P.3-31)

25. Manual steering column control (P.3-30)

26. Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-6)

27. SNOW mode switch (if so equipped) (P.2-27)

28. Radio/CD player (P.4-22)

29. Ashtray/Cigarette lighter (P.2-29)

30. Heated seat switch (P.2-25)

31. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-24)

32. Glove box (P.2-33)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.

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METERS AND GAUGES

1. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-9)

2. Tachometer (P.2-4)

3. Automatic transmission position indi-

cator (AT models) (P.5-11)/Up-shift indicator (MT models) (P.5-15)

4. Speedometer (P.2-3)

5. Engine coolant temperature gauge

(P.2-4)

6. Reset knob for trip odometer (P.2-3)

7. Odometer (P.2-3)/Up-shift indicator

setting (MT models)

8. Fuel gauge (P.2-5)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT LOCATIONS

VQ35DE

1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-24)

2. Battery (P.8-16)

3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-10)

4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-14)

5. Clutch fluid reservoir (P.8-15)

6. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-14)

7. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-8)

8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

(P.8-15)

9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9)

10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-10)

11. Air cleaner (P.8-20)

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MEMO

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Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats................................................................ 1-2

Front power seat adjustment....................... 1-2

Rear seat adjustment .................................. 1-5

Head restraint adjustment........................... 1-8

Active head restraint (front seats)............... 1-8

Armrest (if so equipped) ............................. 1-9

Seat belts......................................................... 1-9

Precautions on seat belt usage................... 1-9

Child safety............................................... 1-12

Pregnant women ....................................... 1-13

Injured persons ........................................ 1-13

Three-point type seat belt with retractor ... 1-13

Seat belt extenders................................... 1-17

Seat belt maintenance .............................. 1-17

Child restraints............................................... 1-18

Precautions on child restraints.................. 1-18

Child restraint installation on rear seat

center or outboard positions ..................... 1-19

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system....................................... 1-24

Top tether strap child restraint ................ 1-26

Child restraint installation on front

passenger seat ......................................... 1-27

Booster seats ................................................. 1-30

Precautions on booster seats .................... 1-30

Booster seat installation on rear seat

center or outboard positions ..................... 1-33

Booster seat installation on front

passenger seat ......................................... 1-34

Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-35

Precautions on supplemental restraint

system ...................................................... 1-35

Supplemental air bag warning labels........ 1-50

Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-51

SEATS

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

O Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

O Do not leave children unattended inside

the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

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WARNING

O 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.

O For the most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section.

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Operating tips

O The seat motor has an auto-reset over-

load protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch.

O Do not operate the power seat 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” for automatic seat positioner operation.

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Forward and backward

Moving the switch ward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.

forward or back-

Reclining

Move the recline switch until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move 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.) The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked.

backward

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Seat lifter (Driver’s seat)

Pull the switch up or push it down to adjust the angle and height of the seat.

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Lumbar support (Driver’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.

Walk-in mechanism (Coupe)

This feature makes it easier to get in and out of the rear seat. Use the following procedure when getting in and out of the rear seat.

1. Pull the seatback lever upward pull the walk-in lever the front seat upward to fold the front seatback down.

2. To slide the front seat forward, push the seatback switch seatback lever. The front seat will move forward.

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on the side of

below the

3. Get in or out of the vehicle.

4. Push the seatback switch return the front seat to its original position and raise the seatback.

O The front passenger seat will stop at 7

in (175 mm) from its front most position to retain space for the rear passenger.

again to

CAUTION

O Do not raise the seatback before re-

turning the front seat to its original position.

O When returning the seat to its original

position, confirm the seat and seatback are locked properly.

O Be careful not to pinch your hand or

foot or bump your head when operating the walk-in seat. The seatback will fold down rapidly.

O Do not place any objects near the seat-

back of the front seats. They may be pinched and damaged.

The automatic forwarding and reversing will not work or stop under the following conditions:

O When the vehicle speed is above 4

MPH (7 km/h).

O When the seat belt is fastened. O When the selector lever is not in the P

(Park) position (Automatic transmission model’s driver’s seat) or the parking brake is not applied (Manual transmission model’s driver’s seat)

O When the door is closed.

O When the slide adjusting switch is op-

erated.

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REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT Reclining (if so equipped)

Pull the reclining lever and position the seat back at the desired angle. Release the reclining lever after positioning the seat at the desired angle.

WARNING

O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not

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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.

O For the most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section.

O After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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Interior trunk access

Sedan:

Pull the partition down to access the trunk from the rear seat.

The partition can be locked using the master key to prevent unauthorized access.

To lock the partition, turn the key to the lock position to the unlock position

Remove the key while opening or closing

. To unlock, turn the key

the partition. Otherwise, the partition may be damaged.

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Coupe:

Pull the handle on the left side of the trunk and push the seatback forward to access the trunk from the rear seat.

WARNING

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.

When raising the seatback, make sure to lock the seatback. The pop up knob on the seatback will latch in when the seatback is locked.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob and push the head restraint down.

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

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

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WARNING

ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (front seats)

WARNING

O Always adjust the head restraints prop-

erly as specified in the previous section. Failure to do so can reduce the effectiveness of the active head restraint.

O Active head restraints are designed to

supplement other safety systems. Always wear seat belts. No system can

SEAT BELTS

prevent all injuries in any accident.

O Do not attach anything to the head re-

straint stalks. Doing so could impair active head restraint function.

The 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.

Properly adjust the active head restraints as described in the previous section.

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. INFINITI strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.

Most states, provinces or territories require that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

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ARMREST (if so equipped)

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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WARNING

O Every person who drives or rides in this

vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly restrained in the rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child restraint.

O 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

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chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

O 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.

O 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.

O Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely

fastened to the proper buckle.

O Do not wear the seat belt inside out or

twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

O Do not allow more than one person to

use the same seat belt.

O Never carry more people in the vehicle

than there are seat belts.

O If the seat belt warning light glows

continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

O Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has

activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See an INFINITI dealer.

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O Removal and installation of the pre-

tensioner seat belt system components should be done by an INFINITI dealer.

O All seat belt assemblies, including re-

tractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision by an INFINITI dealer. INFINITI recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies

not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

O All child restraints and attaching hard-

ware should be inspected after any collision. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s inspection instructions and replacement recommendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged.

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CHILD SAFETY

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

In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child.

There are three basic types of child restraint systems:

O Rear-facing child restraint O Front-facing child restraint O Booster seat

The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less than 20 lb (9 kg) should be placed in rear-facing child restraints. Front-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rearfacing child restraints and are at least 1 year old. Booster seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a

child who can no longer use a front-facing child restraint.

WARNING

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

All US states and provinces of Canada require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See “Child restraints” later in this section.)

Also, there are other types of child restraints available for larger children for additional protection.

INFINITI recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat if possible. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because your

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vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (air bag system) for the front passenger. See “Supplemental Restraint System” later in this section for precautions.

Infants

Infants up to at least one year old should be placed in a rear-facing child restraint. INFINITI recommends that infants be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Small children

Children that are over one year old and weigh between 20 lbs (9 kg) and 40 lbs (18 kg) can be placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. INFINITI recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and

always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Larger children

Children who are too large for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9 inches (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40 lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.

INFINITI recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoulder belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. A booster seat can only be used in seating positions that have a threepoint type seat belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder

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

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving. The child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident or sudden stop.

PREGNANT WOMEN

INFINITI recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as possible 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

INFINITI recommends that injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

O Every person who drives or rides in this

vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

O For the most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly.

Fastening the seat belts

Front seat

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

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the re-

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Rear seat

• If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

tractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks.

• The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion will permit the belt to move, and allow you some freedom of movement in the seat.

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Front seat

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3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown.

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

The front passenger and rear seat belts have a locking mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode.

When the locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached

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