Nissan Altima (2021), Altima (2022) User manual

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2020 ALTIMA SEDAN

OWNER’S MANUAL

and MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.

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Owner’s Manual Supplement

The information contained within this supplement revises or adds to the following information within the 2019 Qashqai, 2020 Altima and 2020 Rogue Owner’s Manual:

∙ “WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS” in the “Illustrated table of contents” section

∙

“WARNING LIGHTS,INDICATORLIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS” in the “Instruments and controls” section

∙ “WARNING LIGHTS” in the “WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE

REMINDERS” section in the “Instruments and controls” section

∙ “INDICATOR LIGHTS” in the “WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE

REMINDERS” section in the “Instruments and controls” section

Read carefully and keep in vehicle.

Printing: August 2019

Publication No. SU20EA 0T32U0

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS

AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

Brake warning light (red)

Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

WARNING LIGHTS

Brake warning light (red)

Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

or Brake warning

light (red)

This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator (if so equipped)

When theignitionswitch is placed in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Doit-yourself” section of this manual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING

∙ Your brake system may not be work-

ing properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous.

∙ Pressing the brake pedal with the en-

gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

∙ If the brake fluid level is below the

MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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or Electronic parking

brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

The electronic parking brake system warning light functions for the electronic parking brakesystem. If the warning light illuminates, it may indicate the electronic parking brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

For additional information, refer to “Parking brake” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

or Electronic parking

brake indicator light (red) (if so equipped)

This light illuminates when the electronic parking brake system is operating.

When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the electronic parking brake warning light illuminates. When the engine is started and the parking brake is released, the warning light turns off.

If the parking brake is not released, the electronic parking brake warning light remains illuminated. Ensure the electronic parking brake warning light has turned off before driving.

If theelectronic parking brake warning light illuminates or flashes while the electronic

parking brake system warning light or (yellow) illuminates, it may indicate

that the electronic parking brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked.It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For additional information, refer to “Parking brake” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

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FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilometers) 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 “Maintenance and schedules” section of this manual 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, and clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law.

When you require any service or have any questions, a NISSAN dealer will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to them.

In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessoriesinstalled priorto delivery. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped. It is important that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures,

warnings, cautions and instructions concerning proper use of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or accessory. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped.

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!

Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers!

∙ NEVER drive under the influence of al-

cohol 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 ap-

propriate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.

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WHEN READING THE MANUAL

∙ 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, emissions or durability and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

WARNING

Installing an aftermarket On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) plug-in device that uses the port during normal driving, for example remote insurance company monitoring, remote vehicle diagnostics, telematics or engine reprogramming, may cause interference or damage to vehicle systems. We do not recommend or endorse the use of any aftermarket OBD plug-in devices, unless specifically approved by NISSAN. The vehicle warranty may not cover damage caused by any aftermarket plug-in device.

This manual includes information for all features and equipment available on this model. Features and equipment in your vehicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability. Therefore, you may find information about features or equipment that are not included or installed on 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, performance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate and up-to-date information regarding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at

https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/ navigation/manualsGuide

questions concerning any information in your Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN

. If you have

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Consumer Affairs. For contact information, refer to the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page in this Owner’s Manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Youwill 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.

APD1005

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 PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batteries, may contain perchloratematerial. The following advisory is provided: “Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. For additional information, refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/”.

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

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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

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 at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 or via e-mail at: [email protected]

For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 or via e-mail at: [email protected]

If you prefer, visit us at: www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

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

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Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance and schedules

Technical and consumer information

Index

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Air bags, 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 and indicator lights ....................0-10

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AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

0-2 Illustrated table of contents

1. Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-23)

2. Rear seat belts with pretensioner(s) for outboard seating (P. 1-12)

3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

4. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

5. Head restraints/headrests (P. 1-7)

6. Front seat belt with pretensioner(s) and shoulder height adjuster (P. 1-12, 1-46)

7. Side-impact pressure sensor (driver’s side shown; passenger’s side similar) (P. 1-46)

8. Supplemental air bags (P. 1-46)

9. Front seats (P. 1-2)

10. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) (P. 1-46)

11. Rear seats (P. 1-2)

12. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system (P. 1-23)

13. Rear outboard seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Power windows (P. 2-61)

2. Windshield (P. 8-19)

3. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-43)

4. Engine hood (P. 3-22)

5. Front view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-11)

6. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-45) Turn signal switch (P. 2-45)

7. Headlight switch (P. 2-45) LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) system (if so equipped) (P. 2-50) Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25)

8. Tire pressure (P. 8-29) Flat tire (P. 6-3) Tire chains (P. 8-29)

9. Mirrors (P. 3-30) Side view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-11)

10. Door locks (P. 3-4) NISSAN Intelligent Key® (P. 3-7) Keys (P. 3-2)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LII2559

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P. 2-44)

2. Trunk lid (P. 3-23)

3. Sonar sensors (if so equipped) (P. 5-175)

4. Rearview camera (P. 4-3)

5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-25)

6. Fuel-filler cap (P. 3-25) Fuel recommendation (P. 10-2) Fuel-filler door (P. 3-25)

7. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-4)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

0-4 Illustrated table of contents

LIC4027

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Power moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-64)

2. Sun visors (P. 3-29)

3. Interior lights (P. 2-66)

4. HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (if so equipped) (P. 2-67) Rearview mirror (P. 3-30)

5. Glove box (P. 2-58)

6. Cup holders (P. 2-58) Console box (P. 2-58)

7. Rear armrest (P. 1-2) Cup holders (P. 2-58)

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

LII2563

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

0-6 Illustrated table of contents

1. Vents (P. 4-28)

2. Steering wheel switches for audio control* Vehicle information display controls (P. 2-19)

3. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-45) Paddle shifters (if so equipped) (P. 5-18)

4. Driver supplemental air bag (P. 1-46) Horn (P. 2-52)

5. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4) Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-9) Vehicle information display (P. 2-19)

6. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-43)

7. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-29, 4-37) Heated seat switches (if so equipped) (P. 2-52) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-53)

8. Navigation system* (if so equipped) Audio system*

LII2584

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9. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

10. Passenger supplemental knee airbag (P. 1-46)

11.. Glove box (P. 2-58)

12. Front passenger air bag status light (P. 1-46) Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)

13. Power outlet (P. 2-56) USB connection port (if so equipped) (P. 4-2, 4-42) Aux jack*

14. Cup holders (P. 2-58)

15 Shift lever (P. 5-18)

16. Electronic parking brake switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-25) Automatic brake hold switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-25)

17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-13)

18. Cruise control switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-63) Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-66) Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System* ProPILOT Assist Switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-90)

19. Driver supplemental knee airbag (P. 1-46)

20. Hood release (P. 3-22) Fuel-filler door release (P. 3-25) Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P. 3-28)

21. Trip computer reset switch (P. 2-4) Instrument brightness control (P. 2-45) Steering assist switch (for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) (P. 2-54) Trunk opener (P. 3-23)

*: For additional information, refer to the separate NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual.

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

KR20DDET engine

1. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)

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

3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)

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

5. Battery (P. 8-14)

6. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21)

7. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)

8. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)

9. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)

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

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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LDI3260

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LDI3261

PR25DD engine

1. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-5)

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

3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-7)

4. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-7)

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

6. Battery (P. 8-14)

7. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-21)

8. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)

9. Radiator cap (P. 8-5)

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

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name Page

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system warning light (if so equipped)

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light (if so equipped)

Brake warning light

2-10

2-11

Warning

light

Name Page

Charge warning light

Electronic parking brake warning light (yellow) (if so equipped)

Engine oil pressure warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

Master warning light

Power steering warning light

Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) warning light (if so equipped)

2-11

2-12

2-14

2-15

Warning

light

Indicator

light

Name Page

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

Name Page

All Wheel Drive (AWD) AUTO indicator light (if so equipped)

Automatic brake hold indicator light (green) (if so equipped)

Automatic brake hold indicator light (white) (if so equipped)

2-15

2-16

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Indicator

light

Name Page

Indicator

light

Name Page

Electronic parking brake indicator light (red) (if so equipped)

Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)

Front passenger air bag status light

High Beam Assist indicator light (green) (if so equipped)

High beam indicator light (blue)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

2-16

2-17

Security indicator light

Side light and headlight indicator light (green)

Slip indicator light 2-18

Turn signal/ hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

2-17

2-18

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MEMO

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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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

Front manual seat adjustment

(if so equipped for passenger’s seat)...........1-3

Front power seat adjustment (for driver’s seat and if so equipped for

passenger’s seat)............................. 1-4

Folding rear seat .............................1-5

Center armrest................................1-7

Head restraints/headrests .......................1-7

Adjustable head restraint/headrest

components ................................. 1-8

Non-adjustable head restraint/

headrest components........................1-9

Remove......................................1-9

Install.........................................1-10

Adjust ........................................1-10

Seatbelts.......................................1-12

Precautions on seat belt usage ...............1-12

Seat belt warning light and chime ............1-14

Pregnant women.............................1-15

Injured persons...............................1-15

Three-point type seat belt with

retractor.....................................1-15

Seat belt extenders..........................1-20

Seat belt maintenance ......................1-20

Child safety......................................1-21

Infants ......................................1-22

Small children ...............................1-22

Larger children ..............................1-22

Child restraints ................................. 1-23

Precautions on child restraints .............. 1-23

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system ............................1-26

Rear-facing child restraint installation

using LATCH.................................1-28

Rear-facing child restraint installation

using the seat belts ..........................1-31

Forward-facing child restraint

installation using LATCH .....................1-34

Forward-facing child restraint

installation using the seat belts..............1-38

Booster seats ...............................1-42

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)...........1-46

Precautions on SRS..........................1-46

Supplemental air bag warning labels ........1-67

Supplemental air bag warning light..........1-67

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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.

ARS1152

∙ For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section.

∙ After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

∙ Do not leave children unattended in-

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

∙ To help avoid risk of injury or death

through unintended operation of the vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave children,people who require the assistance of others or pets unattended in your vehicle. Additionally, the temperature inside a closed vehicle on a warm day can quickly become high enough to cause a significant risk of injury or death to people and pets.

∙ 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.

∙ 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.

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CAUTION

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

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for passenger’s seat)

Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manually. For additional information about adjusting the seats, refer to the steps outlined in this section.

LRS3029 LRS3030

Forward and backward

Pull the center of the bar up and hold it while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position.

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull the lever 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. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.

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

LRS2662

Operating tips

WARNING

Before driving the vehicle, return the seatback to an upright seating position after manually releasing it. Also, make sure the seat is locked in place. Failure to do so may cause the seatto move in a collision or sudden stop.This may result in damage to the seat or personal injury.

∙ 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 as shown will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.

Reclining

Move the recline switch as shown until the desired angle is obtained.

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LRS2636 LRS2270

Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

Move the switch as shown to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

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

The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Push the switch as shown to adjust the seat lumbar area.

LRS3156

FOLDING REAR SEAT Interior trunk access

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LRS3157

The trunk can be accessed from the driver side and passenger side of the rearseat for loading and unloading, as shown.

1. Move the front passenger seat to the most forward position.

2. Open the access cover on the rear parcel shelf.

3. Insert a key or another suitable tool (such as a pen or a screw driver) into the slot, then slide the recessed lever in the direction of the arrow

4. Fold down the passenger’s side seat-

NOTE:

To access the trunk in case of a dead battery, use a key or another suitable tool (such as a pen or screw driver), to slide recessed lever in the direction of the arrow.

back

䊊

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 or death 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, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

∙ 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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LRS3163 WRS0167

To fold down either side of the rear seat, open thetrunk and pull on the knob on that

side

䊊

CENTER ARMREST

Pull the armrest down as shown.

HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS

WARNING

Head restraints/headrests supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against injury in certain rear end collisions. Adjustable head restraints/ headrests must be adjusted properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not attach anything to the head restraint/headrest stalks or remove the head restraint/headrest. Do not use the seat if the head restraint/headrest has been removed. If the head restraint/headrest was removed, reinstall and properlyadjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the head restraints/headrests. This may increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

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∙ Adjustable head restraints/headrests

have multiple notches along the stalk(s) to lock them in a desired adjustment position.

∙ The non-adjustable head restraints/

headrests have a single locking notch to secure them to the seat frame.

∙ Proper Adjustment:

– For the adjustable type, align the

head restraint/headrest so the center of your ear is approximately level with the center of the head

LRS2695 LRS2300

The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints/ headrests.

䉱 Indicates the seating position is equipped with a head restraint.

䡲 Indicates the seating position is equipped with a headrest.

+ Indicates the seating position is not equipped with a head restraint or headrest (if applicable).

∙ Your vehicle is equipped with a head

restraint/headrest that may be integrated, adjustable or non-adjustable.

restraint/headrest.

– If your ear position is still higher than

the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

∙ If the head restraint/headrest has been

removed, ensure that it is reinstalled and locked in place before riding in that designated seating position.

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ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/ HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Multiple notches

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

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NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Single notch

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

REMOVE

Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest:

1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position.

2. Push and hold the lock knob.

3. Remove the head restraint/headrest

from the seat.

4. Store the head restraint/headrest

properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle.

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INSTALL

1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint/headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the notch (notches) installed in the hole with the lock knob

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2. Push and hold the lock knob and push

the head restraint/headrest down.

3. Properly adjust the head restraint/

headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

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must be

ADJUST

For adjustable head restraint/headrest Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the

center is level with the center of your ears. If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

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For non-adjustable head restraint/ headrest

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

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Raise

To raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

Lower

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

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is positioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

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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 a collision 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.

SSS0136 SSS0016

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. Children should be in the rear seats and in an appropriate restraint.

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WARNING

∙ The seat belt should be properly ad-

justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

SSS0134 SSS0014

WARNING

∙ 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 internalinjuries in an accident.

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∙ Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-

curely 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 ONwith all doorsclosed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ 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 seat belt pretensioner(s) have

activated, they cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ All seat belt assemblies, including re-

tractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. 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.

LRS0786

SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT AND CHIME

The driver and front passenger seat is equipped with an enhanced seat belt reminder function. If your vehicle is equipped with an enhanced seat belt reminder function, a visual and audible alert will operate if a driver or front passenger seat belt is unbuckled at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more under the following conditions:

∙ If the driver seat belt is not fastened.

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∙ The front passenger’s seat belt is not

fastened and the seat is occupied by a passenger for 7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

∙ The front passenger’s seat belt is not

fastened and objects or external force on the passenger seat change the seat belt reminder classification to Occupied.

The seat belt warning light will flash under the conditions shown above until the necessary seat belt is securely fastened.

A warning chime will sound for approximately 90 seconds or until one of the following conditions is met:

∙ The unbuckled front occupant’s seat

belt is securely fastened.

∙ The seat belt reminder function in the

front passenger seat no longer detects that the front passenger seat is occupied.

∙ The ignition is turned off or the vehicle is

placed in P (Park).

The below situations could result in the seat belt reminder light being illuminated and the chime sounding, even with no occupant present in the passenger seat:

∙ Heavy objects placed on the seat.

∙ Someone pushing or pulling on the

front passenger seat.

∙ An object placed under the front pas-

senger seat.

∙ An object placed between the seat

cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door.

∙ An object hanging on the seat or placed

in the seatback pocket.

∙ A child restraint or other object pressing

against the rear of the seatback.

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.

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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. Children should be in the rear seats and in an appropriate restraint.

∙ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

∙ For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat belt properly.

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∙ Do not allow children to play with the

seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode activated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release the child. If the seat belt cannot be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

LRS3029

Manual front seat shown (if so equipped

for passenger’s seat)

Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat. For additional information, refer to “Seats” in this section.

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LRS2662

Power front seat shown (for driver’s seat and if so equipped for passenger’s seat)

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LRS2674

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the

buckle latch engage.

until you hear and feel the

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∙ 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.

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3. Position the lap belt portion low and

snug on the hips

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

The front passenger seat and the rear seating positions’ three-point seat belts have two modes of operation:

∙ Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ∙ Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

as shown.

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The ELR mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts.

The 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, refer to “Child restraints” in this section.

The ALR mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During nor-

mal seat belt use by an occupant,the ALR mode should not be activated. If it is activated, it may causeuncomfortable seat belt tension. It can also change the operation of the front passenger air bag. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in this section.

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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WRS0139 LRS0242

Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on the buckle cally retracts.

. The seat belt automati-

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Checking seat belt operation

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

∙ When the seat 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 for-

ward quickly. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this check, get the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service or to learn more about seat belt operation.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (front seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. To adjust, pull out the adjustment button and move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position.

, so the belt passes over

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WARNING

∙ After adjustment, release the adjust-

ment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position.

∙ The shoulder belt anchor height

should be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident.

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 that is compatible with the installed seat belts is available for purchase. The extender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for assistance with purchasing an extender if an 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 NISSAN seat belts.

∙ Adults and children who can use the

standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.

∙ Never use seat belt extenders to in-

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

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

∙ To clean the seat belt webbing, apply

a mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seatbelts 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

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.

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CHILD SAFETY

WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode activated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to release the child. If the seat belt cannot be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, release the child by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt.

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 restraints ∙ Forward-facing child restraints ∙ Booster seats

The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 lbs. (9 kg) should be placed in rear-facing child restraints. Forwardfacing 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 forward-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 requirethe use of approved child restraintsfor infants and small children. For additional information, refer to “Child restraints” in this section.

A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle by using either the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle seat belt. For additional information, referto “Child restraints” in this section.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. Studies show that 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. For additional information, refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)” in this section.

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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. Youshould choose a child restraintthat fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

SMALL CHILDREN

Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs. (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as long as possible up to the height or weight limit of the child restraint. Children who outgrow the height or weight limit of the rear-facing child restraint and are at least 1 year old should be secured in a forward-facing child restraintwith a harness. 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 Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and al-

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

LARGER CHILDREN

Children should remain in a forward-facing child restraint with a harness until they reach the maximum height or weight limit allowed by the child restraint manufacturer.

Once a child outgrows the height or weight limit of the harness-equipped forwardfacing child restraint,NISSAN recommends that the child be placed in a commercially available booster seat to obtain proper seat belt fit. Fora seat beltto fit properly,the booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the chest and the top, middle portion of the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not cross the neck or face and should not fall off the shoulder. The lap belt should lie snugly across the lower hips or upper thighs, not the abdomen. 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.

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A booster seat should be used until the child can pass the seat belt fit test below:

∙ Are the child’s back and hips against the

vehicle seatback?

∙ Is the child able to sit without slouch-

ing?

∙ Do the child’s knees bend easily over

the front edge of the seat with feet flat on the floor?

∙ Can the child safely wear the seat belt

(lap belt low and snug across the hips and shoulder belt across mid-chest and shoulder)?

∙ Is the child able to use the properly ad-

justed head restraint/headrest?

∙ Will the child be able to stay in position

for the entire ride?

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LRS2690 ARS1098

If you answered no to any of these questions, the child should remain in a booster seat using a three-point type seat belt.

NOTE: Laws in some communities may follow

different guidelines. Check local and state regulations to confirm your child is using the correct restraint system before traveling.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo area. The child could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision.

CHILD RESTRAINTS

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

∙

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and installation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision:

– The child restraint must be used

and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

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WRS0256

– Infants and children should never

be held on anyone’s lap. Even the strongest adult cannot resist the forces of a collision.

– Do not put a seat belt around both

a child and another passenger.

– NISSAN recommends that all child

restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If you must install a forwardfacing child restraint in the front seat, refer to “Forward-facing child restraintinstallation using the seat belts” in this section.

– Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air

Bag System, never install a rearfacing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill a child. A rearfacing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

– Be sure to purchase a child re-

straint that will fit the child and vehicle. Some child restraints may not fit properly in your vehicle.

– Child restraint anchorages are de-

signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts,or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly installed using the damaged anchorage,and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.

– Never use the anchor points for

adult seat belts, or other items.

– A child restraint with a top tether

strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.

– Keep seatbacks as upright as pos-

sible after fitting the child restraint.

– Infants and children should always

be placed in an appropriate child restraint while in the vehicle.

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∙ When the child restraint is not in use,

keep it secured with the LATCHsystem or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or collision, loose objects can injure occupants or damage the vehicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing a child in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. Some child restraints include rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to these anchors. For additional information, refer to “LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system” in this section.

If you do not have a LATCH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.

Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind:

∙ Choose only a restraint with a label cer-

tifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

∙ Check the child restraint in your vehicle

to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.

∙ If the child restraint is compatible with

your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is designed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures.

∙ If the combined weight of the child and

child restraint is less than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), you may use either the LATCH anchors or the seat belt to install the child restraint (not both at the same time).

∙ If the combined weight of the child and

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the child restraint.

∙ Be sure to follow the child restraint

manufacturer’s instructions for installation.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. Canadian law requires the top tether strap on forwardfacing child restraints be secured to the designated anchor point on the vehicle.

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install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation.

The LATCH anchor points are provided to install child restraints in the rear outboard seating positions only. Do not attempt to install a child restraintin thecenter position using the LATCH anchors.

LATCH lower anchor

WARNING

LRS2165

LATCH system anchor locations

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system compatible child restraints. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint unless the combined weight of the child and child restraint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the combined weight of the child and child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to

– Attach LATCH system compatible

child restraints only at the locations shown in the illustration.

– Do not secure a child restraint in

the centerrear seating position using the LATCH lower anchors. The child restraint will not be secured properly.

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– Inspect the lower anchors by in-

serting your fingers into the lower anchor area. Feel to make sure there are no obstructions over the anchors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the lower anchors are obstructed.

Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly installed using the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.

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LRS3036

LATCH lower anchor location

The LATCH anchors are located as shown. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH lower anchors.

LRS0661

LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

Installing child restraint LATCH lower anchor attachments

LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this system, you do not have touse a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with LATCH. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.

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LRS0662

LATCH rigid-mounted attachment

When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint.

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LRS3095

Top tether anchor point locations

The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchor attachments or seat belts. For additional information, refer to “Installing top tether strap” in this section.

WARNING

If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Anchor points parcel shelf.

are located on the rear

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REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH

For additional information, refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the combined weight of the child and the child restraint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the LATCH system:

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Type A (if so equipped) — step 1

1. Type A (if so equipped): Remove the plastic covers from the

LATCH anchors by pulling the covers straight back. Store the covers in a secure area.

Type B (if so equipped):

Lift the flap of the material to expose the LATCH anchors.

LRS3118

LRS3140

Type B (if so equipped) — step 1

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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LRS2997

Rear-facing webbing-mounted – step 3

3. Secure the child restraint anchor attachments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors.

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LRS2996

Rear-facing rigid-mounted – step 3

Rear-facing – step 4

4. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.

5. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

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LRS0673

LRS0674

Rear-facing – step 6

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the LATCH attachment holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH attachment as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint or try installing by using

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the vehicle seat belt (if applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 6.

8. Type A (if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, reinstall the plastic LATCH anchor covers after use by pushing the covers straight onto the LATCH anchors.

Type B (if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, securely replace the flap by pressing the material firmly against the seat.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING

For additional information, refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seatbelts in the rear seats:

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Rear-facing – step 1

1. Child restraints for infants must be

used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. Position the child restraint

on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

WRS0256

Rear-facing – step 2

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

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WRS0761

LRS2395

Rear-facing – step 3

3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the ALR mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to the ELR mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.

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LRS2396

Rear-facing – step 4

4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

WRS0762

Rear-facing – step 5

5. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt.

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Rear-facing – step 6

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

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7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH

For additional information, refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a forwardfacing child restraint using the LATCH system:

Type A (if so equipped) – step 1

1. Type A (if so equipped): Remove the plastic covers from the

LATCH anchors by pulling the covers straight back. Store the covers in a secure area.

Type B (if so equipped):

Lift the flap of the material to expose the LATCH anchors.

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Type B (if so equipped) – step 1

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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ditional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment,refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

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Forward-facing webbing-mounted –

step 3

3. Secure the child restraint anchor attachments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors.

If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. For additional information, refer to “Installing top tether strap” in this section.

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Forward-facing rigid-mounted – step 3

Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.

4. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback.

If necessary,adjust or removethe head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall

the head restraint/headrest when the childrestraint is removed. For ad-

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Forward-facing – step 5

5. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.

6. Tighten the tether strap according to

the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

7. After attaching the child restraint, test it

Forward-facing – step 7

before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the LATCH attachment holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH attachment as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint or try installing by using the

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vehicle seat belt (if applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

8. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 7.

9. Type A (if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, reinstall the plastic LATCH anchor covers after use by pushing the covers straight onto the LATCH anchors.

Type B(if so equipped):

If you remove the child restraint, securely replace the flap by pressing the material firmly against the seat.

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Top tether strap

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Anchor point

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Rear bench seat

Installing top tether strap

The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchor attachments.

First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchors (rear outboard positions only).

Rear bench seat

OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS

1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraintis removed. For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and installation, refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

2. Position the top tether strap

the seatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether

anchor point

4. Tighten the tether strap according to

the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

as shown.

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over

WARNING

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FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING

The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failureto use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operation of the front passenger air bag. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in this section.

Forward-facing (front passenger seat) –

step 1

For additional information, refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child restraints” sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

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Follow these steps to install a forwardfacing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rearseats or in the front passenger seat:

1. If you must install a child restraint in

the front seat, it should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and, therefore, must not be used in the front seat.

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback.

If necessary,adjust or removethe head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall

the head restraint/headrest when the childrestraint is removed. For ad-

ditional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and installation, refer to “Head restraints/headrests” in this section.

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If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.

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Forward-facing – step 3

3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point (rear seat installation only). For additional information, refer to “Installing top tether strap” in this section.

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Forward-facing – step 4

4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the ALR mode (child re-

5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on

Forward-facing – step 5

the shoulder belt to remove any slack

in the belt. straint mode). It reverts to ELR mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.

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Forward-facing – step 6

6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt.

7. Tighten the tether strap according to

the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

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9. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 8.

Forward-facing – step 8

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8. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to sidewhile holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

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Forward-facing – step 10

10. If the child restraint is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front

passenger air bag status light should illuminate. If this light is not illuminated, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in this section.

Move the child restraint to another seating position. Have the system

checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

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Top tether strap

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Anchor point

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Rear bench seat

Installing top tether strap

The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with seat belts.

First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt.

Rear bench seat

OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS

2. Position the top tether strap

the seatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether

anchor point

4. Tighten the tether strap according to

the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

CENTER SEATING POSITION

1. Position the toptether strap seatback.

2. Secure the tether strap to the tether

anchor point

3. Tighten the tether strap according to

the manufacturer’s instructions to remove any slack.

as shown.

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as shown.

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over the

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over

If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING

BOOSTER SEATS

For additional information on installing a booster seat in your vehicle, follow the instructions outlined in this section.

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Precautions on booster seats

WARNING

If a booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured or killed in a sudden stop or collision greatly increases:

– Make sure the shoulder portion of

the belt is away from the child’s face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the stomach.

– Make sure the shoulder belt is not

behind the child or under the child’s arm.

– A booster seat must only be in-

stalled in a seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt.

A. Low back booster seat B. High back booster seat

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Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind:

∙ Choose only a booster seat with a label

certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

∙ Check the booster seat in your vehicle

to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.

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∙ Make sure the child’s head will be prop-

erly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat should be used.

∙ If the booster seat is compatible with

your vehicle, place the child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with the child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

The instructions in this section apply to booster seat installation in the rear seats or the front passenger seat.

Booster seat installation

WARNING

To avoid injury to child, do not use the lap/shoulder belt in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when using a booster seat with the seat belts.

For additional information, refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child safety”, “Child restraints” and “Booster seats” sections of this manual before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the rear seat or in the front passenger seat:

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1. If you must install a booster seat in

the front seat, move the seat to the rearmost position.

2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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Front passenger position

3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable.

If necessary,adjust or removethe head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct high back booster seat fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to

reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the booster seat is removed.

For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and installation, refer to "Head restraints/headrests" in this section.

If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat.

4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.

5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the

seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.

6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instructions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in “Three-point type seat belt with retractor” in this section.

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

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7. If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch inthe ON position.The front pas-

senger air bag status light may not illuminate, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in this section.

may or

PRECAUTIONS ON SRS

This SRS section contains important information concerning the following systems:

∙ Driver and front passenger supplemen-

tal front-impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System)

∙ Front seat-mounted side-impact

supplemental air bag

∙ Rear outboard seat-mounted side-

impact supplemental air bag

∙ Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and

rollover supplemental air bag

∙ Driver and passenger supplemental

knee air bag

∙ Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front and

rear outboard seats)

Supplemental front-impact air bag system

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and frontpassenger in certain frontal collisions.

Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag system

This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side-impact collisions. The side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

Rear outboard seat-mounted sideimpact supplemental air bag system

This system can help cushion the impact forceto the chest area of the rearoutboard seat passengers in certain side-impact collisions. The side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag system

This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side-impact collisions. The curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. In a rollover, the curtain air bags are designed to inflate and remain inflated for a short time.

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Driver and passenger supplemental knee air bags

This system can help cushion the impact force to the driver’s and front passenger’s knees in certain collisions.

The SRS is designed to supplement the crash protection providedby the driverand front passenger and rear seat belts and is not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occupant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and door finishers. For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in this section.

The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.

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WARNING

∙ The front air bags ordinarily will not

inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents

∙ The front passenger air bag and pas-

senger knee air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in this section.

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∙ The seat belts and the front air bags

are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The front air bags inflate with great force. Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, if you are unrestrained,leaning forward,sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the front air bag if youare up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always properly use the seat belts.

∙ The driver and front passenger seat

belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt usage, then inflates the air bags as needed. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.

∙ The front passenger seat is equipped

with an occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag OFF under some conditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be properly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk orseverity of injury in an accident. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in this section.

∙ Keep hands on the outside of the

steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the front air bag inflates.

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ARS1133 ARS1041

WARNING

∙ Never let children ride unrestrained or

extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

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ARS1042 ARS1043 ARS1044

WARNING

∙ Children may be severely injured or

killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible.

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WARNING

∙ Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air

Bag System, never install a rearfacing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. For additional information, refer to “Child restraints” in this section.

Front and rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags:

∙ The side air bags and curtain air bags

ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, or

WARNING

lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

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WARNING

∙ The seat belts, the side air bags and

curtain air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front and rear seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear outboard seats to extend

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their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

WARNING

∙ When sitting in the rear seat, do not

hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

∙ Do not use seat covers on the front or

rear seatbacks. They may interfere with side air bag inflation.

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NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System

1. Top tether strap anchor

2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rolloversupplemental air bag inflators

3. Rear seat belts

4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag

5. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag

6. Head restraints/headrests

7. Front seat belts

8. Side-impact pressure sensor (driver’s side shown; front passenger’s side similar)

9. Supplemental front-impact air bags

10. Driver and passenger supplemental knee air bags

11. Seats

12. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor)

13. Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front seats shown; rear outboard seats similar)

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14. Satellite sensors

15. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

16. Satellite sensors

17. Rear outboard seat-mounted side-

impact supplemental air bags

WARNING

To ensure proper operation of the passenger’s NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, please observe the following items.

∙ Do not allow a passenger in the rear

seat to push or pull on the seatback pocket.

∙ Do not place heavy loads heavier than

9.1 lbs. (4 kg) on the seatback, head restraint/headrest or in the seatback pocket.

∙ Make sure that there is nothing press-

ing against the rear of the seatback, such as a child restraint installed in the rear seat or an object stored on the floor.

∙ Make sure that there is no object

placed under the front passenger seat.

∙ Make sure that there is no object

placed between the seat cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door.

∙ If a forward facing child restraint is

installed in the front passenger seat, do not position the front passenger seat so the child restraint contacts the instrument panel. If the child restraint does contact the instrument panel, the system may determine the seat is occupied and the passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag may deploy in a collision. Also the front passenger air bag status light may not illuminate. For additional information about installing and using child restraints, refer to "Child restraints" in this section.

∙ Confirm the operating condition with

the front passenger air bag status light.

∙ If you notice that the front passenger

air bag status light is not operating as described in this section, get the occupant classification system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

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∙ Until you have confirmed with a

dealer that your passenger seat occupant classification system is working properly, position the occupants in the rear seating positions.

∙ Do not position the front passenger

seat so it contacts the rear seat. If the front seat does contact the rear seat, the air bag system may determine a sensor malfunction has occurred and the front passenger air bag status light may illuminate and the supplemental air bag warning light may flash.

This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S.regulations.It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information,

cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed.

The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The front passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they

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may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper front air bag system operation.

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System monitors information from the crash zone sensor, the Air bag Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle sensors and occupant classification sensor (weight sensor). Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage for the driver. For the front passenger, the occupant classification sensor is also monitored. Based on information from the sensor, only one front air bagmay inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. Additionally, the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag may be automatically turned off under some conditions, depending on the weight detected on the front passenger seat and how the seat belt is used. If the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are OFF, the front passenger air bag status light will be illuminated. For additional information, refer to “Frontpassenger air bag and status light” in

this section.One frontair bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the system.

If you have any questions about your air bag system, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer to obtain information about the system. If you are considering modification of your vehicle due to a disability, you may also contact NISSAN. Contact information is contained in the front of this Owner’s Manual.

When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.

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Even with NISSAN Advanced Air Bags, seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. The front air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, the front air bag module during inflation.

The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision.

The front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

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Front passenger air bag and status light

WARNING

The front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are designed to automatically turn OFF under some conditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt, and child restraints is necessary for most effective protection. Failure to follow all instructions in this manual concerning the use of seats, seat belts, and child restraints can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.

Status light

The front passenger seat is equipped with an occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag on or off depending on the weight applied to the front passenger seat. The status of the front passenger air bag (ON or OFF) is indicated by the front passenger air bag status light ment panel. After the ignition switch is placed in the "ON" position, the front passenger air bag status light on the instrument panel illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off or remains illuminated depending on the front passenger seat occupied status. The light operates as follows:

CONDITION DESCRIPTION

Empty Empty front passenger seat ON (illuminated) INHIBITED

Nobody/Somebody

Adult Adult in the front passenger seat OFF (dark) ACTIVATED

Bag or Child or Child Restraint or

Small Adult in front passenger

seat

PASSENGER AIR BAG

STATUS LIGHT (

ON (illuminated) INHIBITED

FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG AND PASSENGER KNEE AIR BAG STATUS

)

which is located on the instru-

In addition to the above, certain objects placed on the front passenger seat may also cause the light to operate as described above depending on their weight.

For additional information, refer to “Normal operation” and “Troubleshooting” in this section.

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Front passenger air bag

The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated under some conditions as described below in accordance withU.S. regulations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, it willnot inflate ina crash.The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system.

The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag to certain front passenger seat occupants,such as children,by requiring the air bag to be automatically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used to meet the requirements.

The occupant classification sensor in this vehicle is a weight sensor. It is designed to detect an occupant and objects on the seat by weight. For example, if a child is in the front passenger seat, the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System is designed to turn the front passenger air bag OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regulations is on the seat, its weight and the child’s weight can be detected and cause the air bag to turn OFF.

Frontpassenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as outlined in this manual should not cause the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF, however if the occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cushion (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out of position), this could cause the sensor to turnthe air bag OFF.Always be sure to be seated and wearing the seat belt properly for the most effective protection by the seat belt and supplemental air bag.

NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and children be properly restrained in a rear seat. NISSAN also recommends that appropriate child restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor is designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag OFF for specified child restraints as required by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child restraints and to use the ALR mode may allow the restraint to tip or move in a collision or sudden stop. This can also result in the passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag inflating in a crash instead of being

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OFF. For additional information about proper use and installation, refer to “Child restraints” in this section.

If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are designed not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects placed on the seat could result in air bag inflation, because of the object’s weight detected by the occupant classification sensor. Other conditions could also result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is standing on the seat, or if two children are on the seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual. Always be sure that you and all vehicle occupants are seated and restrained properly.

Using the front passenger air bag status light, you can monitor when the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are automatically turned OFF.

If an adult occupant is in the seat but the front passenger air bag status light is illuminated (indicating that the front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are OFF), it could be that the person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat properly or not using the seat belt properly.

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If a child restraint must be used in the front seat, the front passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depending on the size of the child and the type of child restraint being used. If the air bag status light is not illuminated (indicating that the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly. Make sure that the child restraint is installed properly, the seat belt is used properly and the occupant is positioned properly. If the air bag status light is still not illuminated, reposition the occupantor child restraint in a rear seat.

If the front passenger air bag status light will not illuminate even though you believe that the child restraint, the seat belts and the occupant are properly positioned, it is recommended that you take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer. A NISSAN dealer can check system status by using a special tool. However, until you have confirmed with a dealer that your air bag is working properly, reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System and front passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a change in

the frontpassenger seat status. This is normal system operation and does not indicate a malfunction.

If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air

bag warning light ter and gauges area of the instrument panel, will be illuminated (blinking or steadily lit). Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Normal operation

In order for the occupant classification sensor system to classify the front passenger based on weight, please follow the precautions and steps outlined below:

Precautions

∙ Make sure that there are no objects

weighing over 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) hanging on the seat or placed in the seatback pocket.

∙ Make sure that a child restraint or other

object is not pressing against the rear of the seatback.

∙ Make sure that a rear passenger is not

pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger seat.

, located in the me-

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∙ Make sure that the front passenger

seat or seatback is not forced back against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

∙ Make sure that there is no object placed

under the front passenger seat.

Steps

1. Adjust the seat as outlined in the “Seats” section of this manual. Sit upright, leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion with your feet comfortably extended to the floor.

2. Make sure there are no objects on your

lap.

3. Fasten the seat belt as outlined in the

“Seat belts” section of this manual. Front passenger seat belt buckle status is monitored by the occupant classification system, and is used as an input to determine occupancy status. So, it is highly recommended that the front passenger fasten their seat belt.

4. Remain in this position for 30 seconds

allowing the system to classify the front passenger before the vehicle is put into motion.

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5. Ensure proper classification by checking the front passenger air bag status light.

NOTE:

This vehicle’s occupant classification sensor system generally keeps the classification locked during driving, so it is important that you confirm that the front passenger is properly classified prior to driving. However, the occupant classification sensor may recalculate the weight of the occupant under some conditions (both while driving and when stopped), so front passenger seat occupants should continue to remain seated as outlined above.

Troubleshooting

If you think the front passenger air bag status light is incorrect:

1. If the light is ON with an adult occupying

the front passenger seat:

∙ Occupant is a small adult — the air bag

light is functioning as intended. The front passenger air bag and passenger knee air bag are suppressed.

However, if the occupant is not a small adult, then this may be due to the following conditions that may be interfering with the weight sensors:

∙ Occupant is not sitting upright, leaning

against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion with his/her feet comfortably extended to the floor.

∙ A child restraint or other object pressing

against the rear of the seatback.

∙ A rear passenger pushing or pulling on

the back of the front passenger seat.

∙ Forcing the front seat or seatback

against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

∙ An object placed under the front pas-

senger seat.

∙ An object placed between the seat

cushion and center console or between the seat cushion and the door.

If the vehicle is moving, please come to a stop when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of the above conditions. Restart the vehicle and wait 1 minute.

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NOTE:

A system check will be performed during which the front passenger air bag status light will remain lit for about 7 seconds initially.

If the light is still ON after this, the person should be advised not to ride in the front passenger seat and the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

2. If the light is OFF with a small adult, child or child restraint occupying the front passenger seat.

This may be due to the following conditions that may be interfering with the weight sensors:

∙ Small adult or child is not sitting upright,

leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion with his/her feet comfortably extended to the floor.

∙ The child restraint is not properly in-

stalled, as outlined in the “Child restraints” section of this manual.

∙ An object weighing over 9.1 lbs. (4 kg)

hanging on the seat or placed in the seatback pocket.

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∙ A child restraint or other object pressing

against the rear of the seatback.

∙ A rear passenger pushing or pulling on

the back of the front passenger seat.

∙ Forcing the front seat or seatback

against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

∙ An object placed under the front pas-

senger seat.

∙ An object placed between the seat

cushion and center console.

If the vehicle is moving, please come to a stop when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of the above conditions. Restart the vehicle and wait 1 minute.

NOTE:

A system check will be performed during which the front passenger air bag status light will remain lit for about 7 seconds initially.

If the light is still OFF after this, the small adult, child or child restraint should be repositioned in the rear seat and the vehicle should be checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

3. If the light is OFF with no front passenger and no objects on the front passenger seat, the vehicle should be checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.

Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions

WARNING

∙ Do not place any objects on the steer-

ing wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the front air bags inflate.

∙ Immediately after inflation, several

front air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

∙ No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system.

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∙ Do not make unauthorized changes

to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or frontend structure. This could affect proper operation of the front air bag system.

∙ Tampering with the front air bag sys-

tem may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing additional trim material around the air bag system.

∙ Removing or modifying the front pas-

senger seatmay affect the function of the air bag system and result in serious personal injury.

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∙ Modifying or tampering with the front

passenger seat may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the frontseats by placing material on the seat cushion or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, on the seat that are not specifically designed to assure proper air bag operation. Additionally, do not stow any objects under the front passenger seat or the seat cushion and seatback. Such objects may interfere with the proper operation of the occupant classification sensor (weight sensor).

∙ No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the seat belt system. This may affect the front air bag system. Tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

∙ It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN dealer for work on and around the front air bag system. It is also recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for installation of electrical equipment. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system.

∙ A cracked windshield should be re-

placed immediately by a qualified repair facility. A cracked windshield could affect the function of the supplemental air bag system.

*The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the front air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

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Front and rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain sideimpact and rollover supplemental air bag systems

The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front and rear outboard seats. The curtain air bags are located in the side roof rails. All of the infor-

mation, cautions and warnings in this manual must be followed. The side air

bags and curtain air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, al-

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though they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions.

Curtain air bags are also designed to inflate in certain types of rollover collisions or near rollovers. As a result, certain vehicle movements (for example, during severe offroading) may cause the curtain air bags to inflate.

Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper side air bag and curtain air bag operation.

When the side air bags and curtain air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Side air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest and pelvic area of the front and rear outboard occupants. Curtain air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in the front and rear

outboard seating positions. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However,an inflating side air bag and curtain air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Side air bags and curtain air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.

The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver, front passenger and rear outboard occupants seated upright as far as practical away from the side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails.The side air bags and curtain air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the occupants. Because of this, the forceof the side air bag and curtain air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over.

The curtain air bag will remain inflated for a short time.

The side air bags and curtain air bags operate only when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supple-

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mental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.

WARNING

∙ Do not place any objects near the

seatback of the front and rear seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front and rear door finisher and the front and rear seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a side air bag inflate.

∙ Right after inflation, several side air

bag and curtain air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

∙ No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain air bag systems. This is to prevent damage to or accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain air bag systems.

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∙ Do not make unauthorized changes

to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the side air bag and curtain air bag systems.

∙ Tampering with the side air bag sys-

tem may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the front and rear seats by placing material near the seatbacks or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag.

∙ It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN dealer for work on and around the side air bag and curtain air bag. It is also recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for installation of electrical equipment. The SRS wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag or curtain air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the side air bag and curtain air bag systems and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

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Driver’s side

Driver and passenger supplemental knee air bag

The knee air bag is located in the knee bolster, on the driver’s and passenger’s side. All of the information, cautions and

warnings in this manual apply and must be followed. The knee air bag is designed

to inflatein higher severity frontal collisions, although it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate in certain collisions.

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Passenger’s side

Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper knee air bag operation.

When the knee air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

The knee air bag helps to cushion the impact force on the knees of the driver and passenger. It can help reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating knee air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. The knee air bag provides restraintto the lower body.

The knee air bag inflates quickly in order to help protect the occupants. Because of this, the force of the knee air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, this air bag module during inflation. The knee air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over OR the knee air bag will remain inflated for a short time.

The knee air bag operates only when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

WARNING

∙ Do not place any objects between the

knee bolster and the driver’s or passenger’s seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a knee air bag inflates.

∙ Right after inflation, the knee air bag

system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

∙ No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the knee air bag system.This is to prevent damage to or accidental inflation of the knee air bag system.

∙ Do not make unauthorized changes

to your vehicle’s electrical system or suspension system. This could affect proper operation of the knee air bag system.

∙ Tampering with the knee air bag sys-

tem may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the driver or passenger knee bolster or install additional trim material around the knee air bag.

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∙ It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN dealer for work on and around the knee air bag. It is also recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for installation of electrical equipment. The SRS wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the knee air bag system.

*The SRS wiring harness or connectors are yellow or orange for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the knee air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this manual.

Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front and rear outboard seats)

WARNING

∙ The pretensioner(s) cannot be reused

after activation. They must be replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.

∙ If the vehicle becomes involved in a

collision but pretensioner(s) are not activated, be sure to have the pretensioner system checked and, if necessary,replaced.It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the pretensioner system. This is to prevent damage to or accidental activation of the pretensioner(s). Tampering with the pretensioner system may result in serious personal injury.

∙ It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN dealer for work on and around the pretensioner system. It is also recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for installation of electrical equipment. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pretensioner system.

∙ If you need to dispose of the preten-

sioner(s) or scrap the vehicle, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

The pretensioner system may activate with the supplemental air bag system in certain types of collisions. Working with the seat belt retractor, the pretensioner(s) help tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrainfront and rear outboard seat occupants.

The pretensioner(s) are encased within the seat belt retractor and to the seat belt anchor affixed to the floor of the vehicle. These seat belts are used the same way as conventional seat belts.

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When pretensioner(s) activate, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard.This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. After the pretensioner(s’) activation, load limiters allow the seat belt to release webbing (if necessary) to reduce forcesagainst the chest.

The supplemental air bag warning light

in the pretensioner system. For additional information, refer to "Supplemental air bag warning light" in this section. If the operation of the supplemental air bag warning light indicates there is a malfunction, have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pretensioner system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

is used to indicate malfunctions

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1. SRS air bag warning labels (located on the sun visors)

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS

Warning labels about the supplemental front-impact air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.

WARNING

Do not use a rear-facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in front of it. If the air bag deploys, it may cause serious injury or death.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT

The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying

monitors the circuits for the air bag systems, pretensioner(s) and all related wiring. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.

in the instrument panel,

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If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, knee air bag and pretensioner systems need servicing:

∙ The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 seconds.

∙ The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

∙ The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, knee air bag or pretensioner systems may not operate properly. They must be checked and repaired. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, knee air bag and/or pretensioner systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

Repair and replacement procedure

The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags, knee air bags and pretensioner(s) are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred. These systems should be repaired and/or replaced as soon as possible. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags, knee air bags, pretensioner(s) and related parts should be pointed out to the person performing the maintenance. The ignition switch should always be placed in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

∙ Once a front air bag, side air bag, cur-

tain air bag or knee air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Additionally, the activated pretensioner(s) must also be replaced. The air bag module and pretensioner(s) should be replaced. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. However, the air bag module and pretensioner(s) cannot be repaired.

∙ The front air bag, side air bag, curtain

air bag, knee air bag systems and the pretensioner system should be inspected if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

∙ If you need to dispose of the supple-

mental air bag or pretensioner systems or scrap the vehicle, it is recommended that you contact a NISSAN dealer for this service. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

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∙ If there is an impact to your vehicle

from any direction, your Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) should be checked to verify it is still functioning correctly. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. The OCS should be checked even if no air bags deploy as a result of the impact. Failure to verify proper OCS function may result in an improper air bag deployment resulting in injury or death.

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2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel ................................2-2

Meters and gauges..............................2-4

Speedometer and odometer .................2-4

Tachometer ..................................2-6

Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........2-6

Fuel gauge ...................................2-7

Distance To Empty (DTE)......................2-7

Variable Compression Turbo

(if so equipped) ...............................2-8

Warning lights, indicator lights and audible

reminders .......................................2-9

Checking lights ..............................2-10

Warning lights ...............................2-10

Indicator lights ..............................2-15

Audible reminders ...........................2-18

Vehicle information display .....................2-19

How to use the vehicle information

display ......................................2-20

Startup display ..............................2-20

Resetting the drive computer................2-21

Oil control system (if so equipped) ........... 2-21

Settings .....................................2-22

Vehicle information display indicators .......2-30

Vehicle information display warnings ........2-33

Security systems ...............................2-40

Vehicle security system .....................2-40

NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .........2-42

Wiper and washer switch .......................2-43

Switch operation ............................2-43

Rear window and outside mirror

(if so equipped) defroster switch ................2-44

Headlight and turn signal switch ...............2-45

Headlight control switch.....................2-45

LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

system (if so equipped) ......................2-50

Instrument brightness control...............2-50

Turn signal switch ...........................2-50

Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............2-51

Horn ...........................................2-52

Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ..........2-52

Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . 2-53 S

teering Assist switch (for vehicles with

ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) ................2-54

E-call (SOS) button (if so equipped) .............2-54

Rear Door Alert .................................2-55

Power outlet....................................2-56

Extended storage switch .......................2-57

Storage ........................................2-58

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Front-door pockets..........................2-58

Seatback pockets ...........................2-58

Glovebox....................................2-59

Console box .................................2-59

Overhead sunglasses storage...............2-59

Cup holders .................................2-60

Windows .......................................2-61

Power windows .............................2-61

Moonroof (if so equipped) ......................2-64

Power moonroof ............................2-64

Interior lights ...................................2-66

Map lights ...................................2-66

Personal lights ..............................2-67

Trunk light ......................................2-67

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver

(if so equipped) .................................2-67

Programming HomeLink® ...................2-68

Programming HomeLink® for Canadian

customers and gate openers................2-69

Operating the HomeLink® Universal

Transceiver..................................2-70

Programming trouble-diagnosis ............2-70

Clearing the programmed information ...... 2-71

Reprogramming a single HomeLink®

button.......................................2-71

If your vehicle is stolen....................... 2-71

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

2-2 Instruments and controls

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1. Vents (P. 4-28)

2. Steering wheel switches for audio control* Vehicle information display controls (P. 2-19)

3. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-45) Paddle shifters (if so equipped) (P. 5-18)

4. Driver supplemental air bag (P. 1-46) Horn (P. 2-52)

5. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4) Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-9) Vehicle information display (P. 2-19)

6. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-43)

7. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-29, 4-37) Heated seat switches (if so equipped) (P. 2-52) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-53)

8. Navigation system* (if so equipped) Audio system*

9. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-46)

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10. Passenger supplemental knee airbag (P. 1-46)

11.. Glove box (P. 2-58)

12. Front passenger air bag status light (P. 1-46) Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)

13. Power outlet (P. 2-56) USB connection port (if so equipped) (P. 4-2, 4-42) Aux jack*

14. Cup holders (P. 2-58)

15 Shift lever (P. 5-18)

16. Electronic parking brake switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-25) Automatic brake hold switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-25)

17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-13)

19. Driver supplemental knee airbag (P. 1-46)

20. Hood release (P. 3-22) Fuel-filler door release (P. 3-25) Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P. 3-28)

21. Trip computer reset switch (P. 2-4) Instrument brightness control (P. 2-45) Steering assist switch (for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) (P. 2-54) Trunk opener (P. 3-23)

*: For additional information, refer to the separate NissanConnect® Owner’s Manual.

Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

Instruments and controls 2-3

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METERS AND GAUGES

1. Tachometer

2. Warning and indicator lights

3. Vehicle information display Odometer Twin trip odometer

4. Speedometer

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and odometer. The speedometer is located on the right side of the meter cluster. The odometer is located within the vehicle information display.

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5. Fuel gauge

6. Engine coolant temperature gauge

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Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

Odometer/Twin trip odometer

The odometer and the twin trip odometer

are displayed in the vehicle information

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display when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.

The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.

Changing the display

Push the TRIP RESET switch side of the instrument panel to change the display as follows:

Odometer Mileage → Trip Trip

Resetting the trip odometer

Push the TRIP RESET switch desired trip odometer (Trip Trip Pushing the TRIP RESET switch

than 1 second resets the currently displayed trip odometer to zero.

→ Odometer Mileage

) is displayed.

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