Nissan 370z 2009 Owner's Manual

Foreword

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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 INFORMA-

TION 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 lim-

its 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 Man-

ual for important safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

This vehi cle should n ot 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.

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WARNING

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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.

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WARNING

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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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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

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

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

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

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Contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, 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

Index

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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 ................................................ 0-7

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

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

VQ37VHR engine model. ................................. 0-9

SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

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1. Seat belts with pretensioners (Page 1-35)

2. Head restraints (P.1-5)

3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-24)

4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-24)

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5. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-24)

6. Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint) (P.1-15)

7. Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) (P.1-29)

8. Front seats (P.1-3)

EXTERIOR FRONT

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5. Outside mirrors (P.3-22)

6. Recovery hook (P.6-12)

7. Tires — Wheel and tires (P.8-27, P.9-8) — Flat tire (6-2) — Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (P.2-10, P.5-3)

8. 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)

2. Headlight and turn signal — Operation (P.2-28) — Bulb replacement (P.8-24)

3. Windshield wiper and washer — Operation (P.2-26) — Maintenance (P.8-18)

4. Power windows (P.2-39)

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EXTERIOR REAR

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7. Fuel-filler door — Operation (P.3-18) — Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)

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

2. Rear window defroster (P.2-28)

3. Satellite antenna (P.4-24)

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4. Rear hatch — Intelligent Key system (P.3-6) — Remote keyless entry system (P.3-13) — Rear hatch release switch (P.3-17)

5. Rear fog light (if so equipped) (P.2-32)

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

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

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8. Console box — Power outlet (P.2-35) — Auxiliary input jacks (P.4-44) — NISSAN iPod

Interface System

(if so equipped) (P.4-46)

9. Front cup holders (P.2-36)

1. Cargo cover (if so equipped) (P.2-38)

2. Secondary rear hatch release (P.3-17)

3. Power windows (P.2-39) — Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-22)

4. Sun visors (P.3-20)

5. Map light (P.2-42)

6. Inside rearview mirror — Operation (P.3-21) — HomeLink

(if so equipped) (P.2-44)

7. Rear parcel box (P.2-38)

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COCKPIT

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9. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) — ENTER or tuning switch (P.4-56) — BACK switch (P.4-56) — Phone switch (if so equipped) (P.4-58) — Volume control switches (P.4-56) — Source select switch (P.4-56)

10. Tilt steering lever (P.3-20)

11. Steering wheel — Horn (P.2-33) — Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-24)

12. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control switches (P.5-20)

13. Selector lever for automatic transmission (P.5-11)/ Shift lever for manual transmission (P.5-15)

14. Parking brake (P.5-19)

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

2. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-28)

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

4. Triple meter (P.2-7)

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5. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-26)

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

7. Intelligent Key port (P.5-9)

8. Paddle shifter (if so equipped) (P.5-13)

INSTRUMENT PANEL

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9. Heater and air conditioner (P.4-17) — Rear window defroster switch (P.2-28)

10. Audio system (P.4-23)

11. Power outlet (P.2-35)

12. Glove box (P.2-37)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.

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1. Ventilator (P.4-16)

2. Center display and multi-function control panel (P.4-2)/Instrument pocket (P.2-36) — Navigation system* (if so equipped) — Vehicle information and setting buttons (if so equipped) (P.4-7) — Bluetooth (if so equipped) (P.4-58)

Hands-Free Phone System

3. Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-29)

4. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-24)

5. Fuse box cover (P.8-20)

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

7. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-32)

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

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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.2-22)

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1. ENTER/NEXT switch (P.2-19)

2. Fuel gauge (P.2-6)

3. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-8)

4. Tachometer (P.2-5)

5. Speedometer (P.2-5)

6. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-31)

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7. Vehicle information display (P.2-15)

8. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-6)

9. Transmission position indicator (if so equipped) (P.2-12) — SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) indicator (if so equipped) (P.5-16)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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

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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 belts (P.8-16)

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MEMO

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mental restraint system

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

Seat belts ........................................................ 1-7

Child restraints ................................................ 1-14

Front seats ................................................... 1-3

Front seat active head restraint.......................... 1-5

Precautions on seat belt usage ......................... 1-7

Child safety .................................................. 1-9

Pregnant women.......................................... 1-10

Injured persons............................................ 1-10

Three-point type seat belt .............................. 1-10

Seat belt extenders....................................... 1-13

Seat belt maintenance ................................... 1-13

Precautions on child restraints......................... 1-14

Top tether strap child restraint ......................... 1-15

Child restraint installation using the seat belts..... 1-16

Booster seats.................................................. 1-20

Precautions on booster seats.......................... 1-20

Booster seat installation................................. 1-22

Supplemental restraint system ............................. 1-24

Precautions on supplemental restraint system . .... 1-24

NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System

(front seats) ................................................ 1-29

Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact

supplemental air bag systems ......................... 1-33

Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ......... 1-35

Supplemental air bag warning labels................. 1-36

Supplemental air bag warning light................... 1-36

Repair and replacement procedure................... 1-37

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

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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

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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 “FRONT SEATS” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section for the seat position memory function.

Forward and backward:

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

Reclining:

Move the recline switch desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch

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

forward or backward will

backward until the

forward.

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

Front manual seat adjustment

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Forward and backward:

Pull the lever up forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

while you slide the 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.

Reclining:

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up

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

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Seat lifter (if so equipped)

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

FRONT SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RE-

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WARNING

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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Lumbar support (if so equipped)

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

Move the lever seatback lumbar area.

up or down to adjust the

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To raise the head restraint, pull it up.

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

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and

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

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WARNING

. Always adjust the head restraints

properly as specified in the previous section. Failure to do so can reduce the effectiveness of the Active Head Restraint.

. Active Head Restraints are designed

to supplement other safety systems. Always wear seat belts. No system can prevent all injuries in any accident.

. Do not attach anything to the head

restraint stalks. Doing so could impair Active Head Restraint function.

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.

Properly adjust the Active Head Restraints as described in the previous section.

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SEAT BELTS

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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

If you are wearing your seat be lt prope rly 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.

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WARNING

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

. Always route the shoulder belt over

your shoulder and across your chest. Nev er 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 accident.

. Be sure the seat belt tongue is

securely fastened to the proper

buckle.

. Do not wear the seat belt inside out

or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

. Do not allow more than one person

to use the same seat belt.

. Never carry more people in the

vehicle than there are seat belts.

. 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 a NISSAN dealer.

. No changes should be made to the

seat belt system. For example, do not modify the seat belt, add material or install devices that may change the seat belt routing or tension. Doing so may affect the operation of the seat belt system. Modifying or tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

. Once a seat belt pretensioner has

activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the

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retractor. See a NISSAN dealer.

. Removal and installation of the

pretensioner system components should be done by a NISSAN dealer.

. All seat belt assemblies, including

retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN 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.

. All child restraints and attaching

hardware 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:

. Rear-facing child restraint

. Front-facing child restraint

. 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 rear facing 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

Children need special protection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them

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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 inju ry. Always use appropriate child restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories 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.

Infants

Infants up to at least one year old should be placed in a rear facing child restraint. The passenger seat is not suitable for use with a rear facing child restraint for infants. Therefore, infants should not be transported in this vehicle.

Small children

Children that are over one year old and weigh at least 20 lb (9 kg) can be placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor

Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor

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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 ft 9 in (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.

NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially availableboosterseatifthe 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.

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

PREGNANT WOMEN

NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist, and place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations.

INJURED PERSONS

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

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT

. Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

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WARNING

. Do not ride in a moving vehicle

. 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.

Then smoothly pull the belt out of

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the retractor.

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Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat. (See “SEATS” earlier in this

section.)

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor

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

. The retractor is designed to lock

during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion permits the belt to move, and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat.

. If the seat belt cannot be pulled

from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it.

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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 three-point type seat belts have two modes of operation:

. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)

. Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom

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of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat

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belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during impacts.

The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation.

When the ALR mode is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt returns to the ELR mode after the seat belt fully retracts. For additional information, see “CHILD RESTRAINTS” later in this section.

The ALR mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR mode should not be activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.

WARNING

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

Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the seat belt, push the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.

Checking seat belt operation

Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods:

. When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

. When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows:

. Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward

quickly. The retractor should lock and

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restrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any question a bout seat belt operation, see a NISSAN dealer.

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Shoulder belt arm

Before fastening the seat belt, pull the shoulder belt arm forward until it clicks at the lock position.

Pulling the arm forward will allow an easy access to the belt.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available that is compatible with the installed seat belts. The extender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See a NISSAN

dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

WARNING

. Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,

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

. Adults and children who can use the

standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could r esult in serio us personal injury in the event of an accident.

. Never use seat belt extenders to

install child restraints. If the child restraint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

. To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a

mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then, wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.

. If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt

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guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat

belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

. Periodically check to see that the seat

belt and the metal components such as

buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the webbing is found, the entire seat belt assembly should be replaced.

CHILD RESTRAINTS

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS

. Children should always be placed in

an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death.

. Children should never be carried on

your lap. It is not possible for even

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the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself.

. Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air

Bag System, never install a rearfacing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child.

. Improper use or improper installa-

tion of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occupants of the vehicle and can lead to serious

WARNING

injury or death in an accident.

. Follow all of the child restraint

manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.

. If the child restraint is not anchored

properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.

. Child restraint anchor points are

designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.

. Adjustable seatbacks should be

positioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible.

. After attaching the child restraint,

test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the seat by the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) from

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