Nissan Z Roadster 2010, Z Coupe 2010, Z34-D 2010 User Manual

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Foreword

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 understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.

A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. 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’s lemon law.

Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, we will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to us.

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.

. 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.

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 NISSAN 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. NISSAN 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 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.

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.

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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PROGRAM

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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 Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:

For U.S. customers 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers 1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

Your name, address, and telephone number

Vehicle identification number (attached to the top of the instrument panel on the driver’s side)

Date of purchase

Current odometer reading

Your NISSAN dealer’s name

Your comments or questions

OR

You can write to NISSAN with the information on the left at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003

Franklin, TN 37068-5003

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.

Table of

Contents

Illustrated table of contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Center display, heater, air conditioner, 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

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Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint

System (SRS) ................................................... 0-2 Coupe models............................................... 0-2 Roadster models............................................ 0-3 Exterior front ..................................................... 0-4 Exterior rear ...................................................... 0-5 Coupe models............................................... 0-5 Roadster models............................................ 0-6 Exterior (NISMO models) ..................................... 0-7

Passenger compartment ...................................... 0-8 Coupe models............................................... 0-8 Roadster models............................................ 0-9 Cockpit.......................................................... 0-10 Instrument panel .............................................. 0-11 Meters and gauges........................................... 0-12 Engine compartment ......................................... 0-13 VQ37VHR engine model................................ 0-13 Warning and indicator lights ............................... 0-14

SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS)

8. Front seats (P.1-3)

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COUPE MODELS

4.Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-27)

1.Seat belts (Page 1-8)

— Seat belts with pretensioners (P.1-38)

2.Head restraints (P.1-5)

3.Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-27)

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5.Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-27)

6.Child restraint anchor point (for top tether strap child restraint) (P.1-19)

7.Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) (P.1-32)

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ROADSTER MODELS

4.Door-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-27)

1.Seat belts (P.1-8)

— Seat belts with pretensioners (P.1-38)

2.Head restraints (P.1-5)

3.Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-27)

5.Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-27)

6.Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) (P.1-32)

7.Front seats (P.1-3)

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EXTERIOR FRONT

5. Outside mirrors (P.3-38)

6. Recovery hook (P.6-22)

7. License plate installation (P.9-13)

8. Tires

— Wheels and tires (P.8-28, P.9-8)

— Flat tire (P.6-2)

— Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P.2-10, P.5-3)

9. Doors

— Keys (P.3-2)

— Door locks (P.3-4)

— Intelligent Key system (P.3-6)

— Remote keyless entry system (P.3-13)

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1.

Hood (P.3-16)

3.

Windshield wiper and washer

2.

Headlight and turn signal

 

— Operation (P.2-27)

 

— Maintenance (P.8-18)

 

— Operation (P.2-29)

 

 

 

 

 

— Bulb replacement (P.8-24)

4.

Power windows (P.2-42)

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EXTERIOR REAR

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COUPE MODELS

1.High-mounted stop light (bulb replacement) (P.8-24)

2.Rear window defroster (P.2-29)

3.Satellite antenna (if so equipped) (P.4-25)

4.Rear hatch

Intelligent Key system (P.3-6)

Remote keyless entry system (P.3-13)

Rear hatch opener switch (P.3-17)

5.Rear fog light (if so equipped) (P.2-33)

6.Rear combination light (bulb replacement) (P.8-24)

7.Fuel-filler door

Operation (P.3-34)

Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)

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9.Fuel

Fuel-filler door (P.3-34)

Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)

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ROADSTER MODELS

1.Trunk lid opener switch (P.3-19)

2.High-mounted stop light (bulb replacement) (P.8-25)

3.Antenna (P.4-25)

4.Rear window defroster (P.2-29)

5.Soft top (P.3-21)

6.Interior trunk lid release (P.3-20)

7.Rear fog light (if so equipped) (P.2-33)

8.Rear combination light (bulb replacement) (P.8-25)

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EXTERIOR (NISMO models)

For NISMO models, the vehicle parts listed below require special care or caution for treating. Refer to the additional information in each section.

1. Performance dampers (P.5-29)

2. Front bumper with an aerodynamic splitter

(P.3-32, P.6-21)

3. Side sill extensions (P.3-32)

4. Rear spoiler (P.3-18, P.7-3)

5. Exhaust pipes (P.3-32, P.6-21)

6. Rear bumper with an aerodynamic diffuser

(P.3-32, P.6-21)

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

8. Console box

— Power outlet (P.2-37)

— USB memory operation (if so equipped) (P.4-52)

— iPod® player operation (if so equipped) (P.4-61) 9. Front cup holders (P.2-38)

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COUPE MODELS

5.

Map light (P.2-44)

1.

Cargo cover (if so equipped) (P.2-41)

6.

Inside rearview mirror

 

— Operation (P.3-36)

2.

Secondary rear hatch release (P.3-18)

 

— HomeLink® (if so equipped) (P.2-47)

3.

Power windows (P.2-42)

7.

Rear parcel box (P.2-40)

— Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-38)

4.Sun visors (P.3-36)

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6. Console box

— Power outlet (P.2-37)

— USB memory operation (if so equipped) (P.4-52)

— iPod® player operation (if so equipped) (P.4-61) 7. Front cup holders (P.2-38)

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ROADSTER MODELS

4.

Inside rearview mirror

 

 

 

— Operation (P.3-36)

1.

Power windows (P.2-42)

 

— HomeLink® (if so equipped) (P.2-47)

 

— Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-38)

5.

Rear parcel box (P.2-40)

 

 

2.

Sun visors (P.3-36)

 

— Secondary trunk lid release (P.3-21)

3.Map light (P.2-44)

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COCKPIT

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1.Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P.5-27)

2.Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-29)

3.Meters and Gauges (combimeter) (P.2-4)

4.Triple meter (P.2-7)

5.Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-27)

6.Hood release handle (P.3-16)

7.Intelligent Key port (P.5-10)

8.Paddle shifter (if so equipped) (P.5-14)

9.Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)

Menu control switch or tuning switch (P.4-71)

BACK switch (P.4-71)

Phone switch (if so equipped) (P.4-74)

Volume control switches (P.4-71)

Source select switch (P.4-71)

10.Tilt steering lever (P.3-35)

11.Steering wheel

Horn (P.2-34)

Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-27)

12.Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)

Cruise control switches (P.5-20)

13.Selector lever for automatic transmission (P.5-12)/ Shift lever for manual transmission (P.5-16)

14.Parking brake (P.5-20)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

 

 

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1. Ventilator (P.4-17)

3.

Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-32)

2. Center display and multi-function control panel

4.

Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-27)

(P.4-2)/Instrument pocket (P.2-38)

5.

Fuse box cover (P.8-20)

— Navigation system* (if so equipped)

6.

Push-button ignition switch (P.5-7)

— Vehicle information and setting buttons

7.

Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-33)

(if so equipped) (P.4-6)

— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System

 

 

(if so equipped) (P.4-74)

8.Seat heater switch (if so equipped) (P.2-34) or Climate controlled seat switch (if so equipped) (P.2-36)

9.Soft top operating switch (for Roadster models) (P.3-21)

10.SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) switch (if so equipped) (P.5-16)

11.Heater and air conditioner (P.4-17)

— Rear window defroster switch (P.2-29)

12.Audio system (P.4-24)

13.Power outlet (P.2-37)

14.Glove box (P.2-39)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual.

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METERS AND GAUGES

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10. Odometer/Twin trip odometer control knob (P.2-5)

11. Odometer/Twin trip odometer (P.2-5)

12. Engine oil temperature gauge (P.2-7)

13. Voltmeter (P.2-7)

14. Clock (P.2-7, P.2-23)

 

 

 

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1.

ENTER/NEXT switch (P.2-20)

7.

Vehicle information display (P.2-16)

2.

Fuel gauge (P.2-6)

8.

Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-6)

3.

Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-8)

9.

Transmission position indicator (if so equipped)

4.

Tachometer (P.2-5)

 

(P.2-12)

 

— SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) indicator

5.

Speedometer (P.2-5)

 

 

(if so equipped) (P.5-16)

 

 

 

6.Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-32)

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Nissan Z Roadster 2010, Z Coupe 2010, Z34-D 2010 User Manual

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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VQ37VHR ENGINE MODEL

1.Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-20)

2.Battery (P.8-14)

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

4.Engine oil dipstick (P.8-9)

5.Engine oil filler cap (P.8-9)

6.Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-12)

7.Clutch fluid reservoir (Manual Transmission models) (P.8-12)

8.Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-12)

9.Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-13)

10.Air cleaner (P.8-18)

11.Drive belt location (P.8-16)

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

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

Name

Page

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

Anti-lock Braking System

2-9

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ABS) warning light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Automatic Transmission (AT)

2-9

 

 

 

 

 

 

check warning light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brake warning light

2-9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Charge warning light

2-10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine oil pressure warning

2-10

 

 

 

 

 

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intelligent Key system warning

2-10

 

 

 

 

 

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Low tire pressure warning light

2-10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Master warning light

2-11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seat belt warning light

2-11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supplemental air bag warning

2-12

 

 

 

 

 

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indicator

Name

Page

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cruise indicator light

2-12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front passenger air bag status

2-13

 

 

 

 

 

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High beam indicator light

2-13

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Malfunction Indicator Light

2-13

 

 

 

 

 

 

(MIL)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rear fog light indicator light*

2-14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Security indicator light

2-14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slip indicator light

2-14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Small light indicator lights

2-14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Soft top indicator light (Road-

2-14

 

 

 

 

 

 

ster models)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SynchroRev Match mode (S-

2-15

 

 

 

 

 

 

MODE) indicator*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transmission position indicator

2-12

 

 

 

 

 

 

light*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turn signal/hazard indicator

2-15

 

 

 

 

 

 

lights

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indicator

Name

Page

 

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

2-15

 

 

 

 

 

 

off indicator light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*: if so equipped

 

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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats .............................................................. 1-2 Front seats ................................................... 1-3 Head restraints .............................................. 1-5 Seat belts ........................................................ 1-8 Precautions on seat belt usage ......................... 1-8 Child safety ................................................ 1-11 Pregnant women.......................................... 1-13 Injured persons............................................ 1-13 Three-point type seat belt .............................. 1-13 Seat belt extenders....................................... 1-16 Seat belt maintenance................................... 1-16 Child restraints ................................................ 1-17 Precautions on child restraints......................... 1-17

Top tether strap child restraint

(for Coupe models) ...................................... 1-19

Child restraint installation using the seat belts

(for Coupe models) ...................................... 1-19 Booster seats.................................................. 1-23 Precautions on booster seats.......................... 1-23 Booster seat installation................................. 1-25 Supplemental restraint system............................. 1-27 Precautions on supplemental restraint system ..... 1-27

NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System

(front seats) ................................................ 1-32 Front seat-mounted side-impact and roof/doormounted curtain side-impact supplemental air

bag systems ............................................... 1-36 Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ......... 1-38 Supplemental air bag warning labels................. 1-39 Supplemental air bag warning light................... 1-39 Repair and replacement procedure................... 1-40

SEATS

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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 belt 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.

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. The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seatback is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

CAUTION

. When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not to contact any moving parts to avoid possible injuries and/ or damages.

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.

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Forward and backward:

Moving the switch *1 forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.

Reclining:

Move the recline switch *2 backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch *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.) The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when

the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the P (Park) position or N (Neutral) position with the parking brake fully applied.

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Front manual seat adjustment

Forward and backward:

Pull the lever up *1 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 *2 and lean back. To bring the seatback forward again, pull the lever 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 stopped and the transmission is in the P (Park) position or N (Neutral) position with the parking brake fully applied.

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SPA1715

Seat lifter (if so equipped)

Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion to the desired position.

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Lumbar support (if so equipped)

The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver.

Move the lever *1 up or down to adjust the seatback lumbar area.

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.

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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.

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Components

Adjustment

 

To raise the head restraint, pull it up.

1.

Head restraint

Adjust the head restraint so the center is level

 

 

2.

Adjustment notches

with the center of your ears.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Lock knob

 

 

 

 

4.

Stalks

 

 

 

 

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To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down.

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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 restraint before an occupant uses the seating position.

CAUTION

Models with climate controlled seats are designed so that the head restraint cannot be removed. The head restraint may be damaged if the head restraint is forcibly pulled out.

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SSS0508

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 *1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob *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.

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 position.

Adjust the Active Head Restraints properly as described earlier in this section.

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SEAT BELTS

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 with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.

Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

 

 

WARNING

 

 

. Every person who drives or rides in

 

 

 

 

this vehicle should use a seat belt at

 

 

all times.

 

 

. The seat belt should be properly

 

 

adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do

 

 

so may reduce the effectiveness of

 

 

the entire restraint system and in-

 

 

crease the chance or severity of

 

 

injury in an accident. Serious injury

 

 

or death can occur if the seat belt is

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not worn properly.

 

 

 

 

. Always route the shoulder belt over

 

 

your shoulder and across your

 

 

chest. Never put 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.

 

 

. 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 acci-

 

 

dent.

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. Be sure the seat belt tongue is

 

securely fastened to the proper

 

 

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buckle.

 

retractor. See a NISSAN dealer.

. Do not wear the seat belt inside out

.

Removal

and

installation of the

 

or twisted. Doing so may reduce its

 

pretensioner

system components

 

effectiveness.

 

should be done by a NISSAN dealer.

. Do not allow more than one person

. All seat belt assemblies, including

 

to use the same seat belt.

 

retractors and attaching hardware,

.

Never carry more people in the

 

should be inspected after any colli-

 

sion by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN

 

vehicle than there are seat belts.

 

 

 

recommends that all seat belt as-

. If the seat belt warning light glows

 

 

semblies in use during a collision be

 

continuously while the ignition is

 

 

 

replaced

unless the collision was

 

turned ON with all doors closed and

 

 

 

minor and the belts show no da-

 

all seat belts fastened, it may in-

 

 

 

mage and continue to operate prop-

 

dicate a malfunction in the system.

 

 

 

erly.

 

 

 

 

 

Have the system checked by a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NISSAN dealer.

 

Seat belt assemblies not in use

. No changes should be made to the

 

during a

collision should

also be

 

inspected

and replaced

if either

 

seat belt system. For example, do

 

 

 

damage

or

improper operation is

 

not modify the seat belt, add mate-

 

 

 

noted.

 

 

 

 

 

rial or install devices that may

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

change the seat belt routing or

.

All child

restraints and attaching

 

tension. Doing so may affect the

 

hardware should be inspected after

 

operation of the seat belt system.

 

any collision. Always follow the

 

Modifying or tampering with the

 

restraint manufacturer’s inspection

 

seat belt system may result in

 

instructions and replacement re-

 

serious personal injury.

 

commendations. The child restraints

.

Once a seat belt pretensioner has

 

should be

replaced if they are

 

 

 

 

 

 

activated, it cannot be reused and

damaged.

 

must be replaced together with the

 

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