Nissan Altima 2006 User Manual

FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control.

This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle sothat youmay enjoymany miles(kilometers) ofdriving 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 dealership knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, they will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.

Before driving your vehicle please read this 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 complete 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 use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.

● ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

● ALWAYS review this owner’s manual for important safety information.

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 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 without notice and without obligation.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or 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.

Manual may be reproduced orstored ina retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES...

Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.

However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN 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 ConsumerAffairs Departmentwill 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 at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena, California 90248-0191

For Canadian customers

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

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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Airbags, seat belts and child restraints ...............0-2

Exterior front ......................................0-3

Exterior rear.......................................0-4

Passenger compartment ...........................0-5

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

Engine compartment check locations ................0-8

Warning/indicator lights ...........................0-10

AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

1. Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-25)

2. Rear seat belts (P. 1-9)

3. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags (P. 1-34)

4. Supplemental side impact air bags (P. 1-34)

5. Front head restraint (P. 1-7, P. 1-8)

6. Front seat belts (P. 1-9)

7. Supplemental front impact air bags (P. 1-34)

8. Seats (P. 1-2)

9. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) (P.1-42)

10. Seat belt pretensioners (P. 1-48)

11. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) (P. 1-24)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Engine hood (P. 3-9)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P. 2-21)

3. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-31)

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

5. Windshield (P. 8-25)

6. Power windows (P. 2-37)

7. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P. 3-3, 3-5, 3-2)

8. Mirrors (P. 3-15)

9. Tire pressure (P. 8-40)

10. Flat tire (P. 6-2)

11. Tire chains (P. 8-48)

12. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-25)

13. Tie down/towing hooks (P. 6-11)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-20)

2. Trunk lid (P. 3-10)

3. Vehicle loading (P.9-12)

4. Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-11)

5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-31)

6. Fuel-filler cap, fuel recommendation (P. 3-12, P. 9-3)

7. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-12)

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

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Glove box (P. 2-33)

2. Automatic anti-glare inside mirror (if so equipped) (P. 3-15)

3. Sun visors (P. 3-14)

4. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P. 2-40)

5. Front seat (P. 1-2)

6. Sunroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-39)

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

8. Rear seat (P. 1-6)

9. Front console (P. 2-33)

10. Front cup holders (P. 2-32)

11. Parking brake, parking on hills (P. 5-14, P. 5-18)

12. HomeLinkT (if so equipped) (P. 2-42)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Driver, center and passenger ventila-

tors (P. 4-11)

2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn

signal switch (P. 2-21)

3. Steering wheel switch for audio control

(if so equipped) (P. 4-40)

4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn

(P. 1-34, 2-26)

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

6. Cruise control main/set switch

(if so equipped) (P. 5-15)

7. Windshield wiper/washer switch

(P. 2-19)

8. Storage (if so equipped) (P. 2-30)

9. Glove box (P. 2-33)

10. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-34)

11. Heater and air conditioner (manual or

automatic) (P. 4-11, P. 4-20)

12. Power outlet or cigarette lighter

(if so equipped) (P. 2-28, P. 2-29)

13. Heated seat switch (if so equipped)

(P. 2-27)

14. Shift selector lever (P. 5-7)

15. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-26)

16. Storage or ashtray (if so equipped)

(P. 2-30, P. 2-29)

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17 Front passenger air bag status light

(P. 1-43)

18. Audio system controls (if so equipped) (P. 4-23)

19. Ignition switch (P. 5-4)

20. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P. 3-13)

21. Traction control system (TCS) off switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-28)

22. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-24)

23. Trunk opener (P. 3-10)

24. Meters and guages (if so equipped) (P. 2-3)

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

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

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

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

QR25DE engine

1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-16)

2. Spark plug caps (P. 8-21)

3. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-17)

4. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P. 8-17)

5. Air cleaner (P. 8-22)

6. Battery (P. 8-18)

7. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-27)

8. Transmission dipstick (A/T models) (P. 8-14)

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

10. Radiator cap (P. 8-9)

11. Drive belt location (P.8-20)

12. Fuse block (P. 8-27)

13. Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-18)

14. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-9)

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

NOTE: Engine cover removed for clarity. See the page number indicated in paren-

theses for operating details.

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VQ35DE engine

1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-16)

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

3. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-17)

4. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T model) (P. 8-17)

5. Air cleaner (P. 8-22)

6. Battery (P. 8-18)

7. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-27)

8. Transmission dipstick (A/T models) (P. 8-16)

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

10. Radiator cap (P. 8-9)

11. Drive belt location (P.8-20)

12. Fuse block (P. 8-27)

13. Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-18)

14. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-9)

NOTE: Engine cover removed for clarity. See the page number indicated in paren-

theses for operating details.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name Page

Anti-lock brake warning light (if so equipped)

Automatic transmission check warning light (if so equipped)

Brake warning light 2-12

Charge warning light

Door open warning light

Engine oil pressure warning light

Low fuel warning light

2-11

2-12

2-13

Warning

light

Indicator

light

Name Page

Low windshield washer fluid warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

Trunk lid open warning light

Name Page

Automatic transmission position indicator light (A/T models)

CRUISE main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

2-13

1-49

2-14

5-4

5-15

Indicator

light

Name Page

Cruise SET switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light (blue)

Malfunction indicator light (MIL)

Slip indicator light (if so equipped)

Traction control system off indicator light (if so equipped)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

5-15

2-14

2-15

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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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

Front manual seat adjustment ....................1-2

Front power seat adjustment

(if so equipped for driver’s seat) ..................1-4

Folding rear seat ...............................1-6

Head restraint adjustment .......................1-7

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

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

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

Child safety...................................1-11

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

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

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

Seat belt extenders ............................1-16

Seat belt maintenance .........................1-16

Child restraints...................................1-17

Precautions on child restraints ..................1-17

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 ..................1-25

Child restraint installation on front passenger

seat..........................................1-26

Booster seats ....................................1-29

Precautions on booster seats ...................1-29

Booster seat installation on rear seat center

or outboard positions ..........................1-32

Booster seat installation on front passenger

seat..........................................1-33

Supplemental restraint system .....................1-34

Precautions on supplemental restraint

system .......................................1-34

Supplemental air bag warning labels.............1-49

Supplemental air bag warning light ..............1-49

SEATS

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.

WARNING

● Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

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● For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. See “Precautions on Seat Belt Usage” later in this section.

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

After adjustment, gently rock in the seatto make sure it is securely locked.

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Forward and backward

Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the seat forwardor backward to the desiredposition. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

WARNING

After adjustment, gently rock in the seatto make sure it is securely locked.

Reclining

Torecline the seatback, pull the lever up andlean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull thelever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in thissection. Also,the seatbackcan be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped.

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Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

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

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

WARNING

● Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

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● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle.They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

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.

Forward and backward

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

Reclining

Move the recline switch backward 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). Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped.

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Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.

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Push down on the button on the rear parcel

shelf.

Fold down the passenger side seatback.

WARNING

● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.

● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps 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 returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured,

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FOLDING REAR SEAT

passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

Interior trunk access

The trunk can be accessed from the passenger side ofthe rear seat for loadingand unloading, as shown.

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● Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured. Keep the car locked, with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use, and prevent children’s access to car keys.

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Tofold down thedriver sideof the rearseat, reach through the opening and pull on the strap located behind the seat.

The rear seats can be locked using the master key to prevent unauthorized access. The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the release button. For more information on keys, refer to “Keys” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual.

Center armrest

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

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

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

ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (front seats)

WARNING

● Always adjust the head restraints properly as specified inthe previoussection. 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 head restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restrainthelps supportthe occupant’shead by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash type injuries.

Active head restraints are effective for collisions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most.

Active head restraints operate only in certain rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head restraints return to their original positions.

Properly adjust the active head restraints as described earlier in this section.

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SEAT BELTS

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted andyou are sitting upright and well backin your seat, your chances of being injured or killed in anaccident and/or the severity ofinjury 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 beworn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

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WARNING

● 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.

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WARNING

● 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.

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WARNING

● Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the belt behind your back, under your armor 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.

● Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See your NISSAN dealer.

● Removal and installation of the pretensioner seat belt system components should be done by a NISSAN dealer.

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● 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 orimproper 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.

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 pounds (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

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 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.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. 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 vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (Air bag system) for the front passenger. See “Supplemental restraint system” later in this section.

Infants

Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear facing child restraint. NISSAN 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 20lbs (9kg) and40 lbs(18 kgs)can be

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placed ina 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 withFederal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards 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 beseated andrestrained 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.

NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoulder beltin the child’s seating position fits closeto 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 three-point 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 beseriously 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. 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. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

● Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

● 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.

Manual front seat shown

Fastening the seat belts

Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this

section.

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fully retracted. Once retracted, the seat belt is in the emergency locking mode. See “Child restraints” later in this section for more information.

The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passenger, the locking mode should not be activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension. It can also change the operation of the front passenger air bag. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

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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 seat 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. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

Position the lap belt portion low and snug

on the hips as shown.

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 seat and the rear seating positions three-point seat belts have a locking mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking modeor child restraint mode.

When automatic locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and

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WARNING

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

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