Nissan Armada 2015 User Manual

2015 ARMADA

OWNER’S MANUAL

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

FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

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

This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle 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 “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide” explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law.

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

In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed by NISSAN or by your NISSAN dealer prior to delivery. 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. See 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 FOR SAFETY!

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

● NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

● ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions.

ALWAYS give your full attention to driving

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and avoid using vehicle features or taking other actions that could distract you.

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ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems. Pre-teen children should be seated in the rear seat.

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

● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive models, a ning of the applicable sections/items.

As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate 4-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or a collision. Be sure to read “Driving safety precautions” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVING

This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for off-road use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.

Be sure to read “On-pavement and offroad driving precautions,” “Avoiding collision and rollover” and “Driving safety precautions” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified.

Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

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-todate 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. If you have ques-

tions concerning any information in your Owner’s Manual, contact NISSAN Consumer Affairs. See the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page in this Owner’s Manual for contact information.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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

WARNING

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

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.

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

If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

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

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All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES...

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

However, if there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:

For U.S. customers

1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

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

The 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: nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.com

For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 or via e-mail at: information.centre@nissancanada.com

If you prefer, visit us at:

www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

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

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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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/indicator lights ............................0-9

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

1. 3rd row bench seat belts (P. 1-20)

2. 2nd row seat belts (P. 1-20)

3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-54)

4. Front seat belts (P. 1-20)

5. Head restraints/headrests (P.1-14)

6. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-54)

7. Seats (P. 1-2)

8. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) (P.1-54)

9. Seat belt with pretensioners (P. 1-20)

10. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-54)

11. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) (P. 1-33)

12. 2nd row seat top tether strap anchor (P. 1-49)

13. 3rd row bench seat top tether strap anchor (P. 1-49)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Engine hood (P. 3-23)

2. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P. 2-32)

3. Windshield (P. 8-21)

4. Power windows (P. 2-57)

5. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key® (if so equipped), keys (P. 3-5, 3-12, 3-2)

6. Mirrors (P. 3-32)

7. Tire pressure (P. 9-13)

8. Flat tire (P. 6-2)

9. Tire chains (P. 8-44)

10. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-34)

11. Headlight and turn signal switch (P. 2-34)

12. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-38)

13. Recovery hooks (if so equipped) (P. 6-15)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Roof rack (P. 2-56)

2. Vehicle loading (P. 9-14)

3. Glass hatch (P. 3-28)

4. Rear window washer (P.2-33)

5. Glass hatch release (P.3-28)

6. Liftgate release (P. 3-27)

7. Rearview camera (if so equipped) (P.4-21)

8. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-34)

9. Fuel-filler cap, recommended fuel (P. 3-28, P. 9-36)

10. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-28)

11. Child safety rear door locks (P. 3-7)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Rear ventilators (P. 4-28)

2. Storage (P. 2-46)

3. Power moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-61)

4. Map lights (P. 2-64)

5. Sun visors (P. 3-31)

6. HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (if so equipped) (P. 2-65)

7. DVD entertainment system (if so equipped) (P. 4-63)

8. Glove box (P. 2-48)

9. Seats (P. 1-2)

10. Cup holders (P. 2-46)

11. Luggage storage (P. 2-53)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Vents (P. 4-28)

2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-34)

3. Steering wheel switch for audio control/Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (P. 4-81, P. 4-84)

4. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-38)

5. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-54, P. 2-39)

6. Meters, gauges and warning/indicator lights (P. 2-3, 2-12)

7. Cruise control main/set switches (P. 5-19)

8. Windshield wiper/washer switch and rear window wiper/washer switch (P. 2-32, P. 2-33)

9. Ignition switch (P. 5-9)

10. Display screen/Display screen with navigation system* (if so equipped) (P.4-4, P. 4-10)

11. Navigation system* controls (if so equipped) (P. 4-10)

12. Audio system controls (P. 4-33)

13. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-54)

14. Glove box (P. 2-48)

15. Hazard lights (P. 6-2)

16. Climate controls (P. 4-29)

17. Power outlet (P. 2-44)

18. Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-39)

19. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (P. 2-42)

20. Shift lever (P. 5-15)

21. Front passenger air bag status light (P. 1-63)

22. Power outlet (P. 2-44)

23. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-27)

24. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-30)

25. Rear or front and rear sonar system off switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-36)

26. Pedal position adjustment switch (P. 3-31)

27. Power vent window (if so equipped) (P. 2-60)

28. Liftgate open/close switch (if so equipped) (P. 3-23)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual (if so equipped).

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

1. Battery (P. 8-15)

2. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-24)

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

4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)

5. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)

6. Air cleaner (P. 8-19)

7. Drive belt location (P.8-17)

8. Radiator cap (P. 8-7)

9. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)

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

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

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name Page

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

Automatic Transmission check warning light

Automatic transmission park warning light ( model)

Brake warning light 2-14

Charge warning light

2-13

2-14

Warning

light

Name Page

Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant temperature high warning light

4WD warning light (

Low fuel warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

Low windshieldwasher fluid warning light

NISSAN Intelligent Key® warning light (if so equipped)

Master warning light 2-18

model)

2-15

2-16

2-17

Warning

light

Indicator

light

Name Page

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

Name Page

Front passenger air bag status light

Cruise main switch indicator light

Cruise set switch indicator light

High beam indicator light (Blue)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

2-18

2-19

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Indicator

light

Name Page

Security indicator light

Side light and headlight indicator light (if so equipped)

Slip indicator light 2-20

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

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MEMO

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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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

Front power seat adjustment.....................1-3

2nd row bench seat adjustment

(if so equipped) ................................1-4

2nd row captain’s chair adjustment

(if so equipped) ................................1-6

3rd row bench seat adjustment ..................1-7

Armrests (captain’s chairs) ......................1-7

Flexible seating.................................1-7

Head restraints/Headrests.........................1-14

Adjustable head restraint/headrest

components ..................................1-15

Non-adjustable head restraint/headrest

components ..................................1-15

Remove ......................................1-16

Install ........................................1-16

Adjust........................................1-17

Folding head restraint/headrest .................1-18

Front-seat active head restraints ................1-19

Seat belts .......................................1-20

Precautions on seat belt usage..................1-20

Seat belt warning light .........................1-23

Pregnant women ..............................1-23

Injured persons................................1-23

Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..........1-23

Seat belt extenders ............................1-29

Seat belt maintenance .........................1-29

Child safety ......................................1-30

Infants........................................1-30

Small children .................................1-31

Larger children ................................1-31

Child restraints ...................................1-31

Precautions on child restraints ..................1-31

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) System .............................1-33

Rear-facing child restraint installation using

LATCH.......................................1-38

Rear-facing child restraint installation using

the seat belts .................................1-40

Forward-facing child restraint installation

using LATCH..................................1-43

Forward-facing child restraint installation

using the seat belts ............................1-45

Installing chairs or 2nd row bench seat

[if so equipped] ) ..............................1-49

Installing top tether strap

(3rd row bench seat)...........................1-50

top tether strap (2nd row captain’s

Booster seats .................................1-51

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ...............1-54

Precautions on SRS ...........................1-54

Supplemental air bag warning labels .............1-68

Supplemental air bag warning light ..............1-69

SEATS

● 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.

WARNING

● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

● For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat 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 inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

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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 POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Operating tips

● The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds then reactivate the switch.

● Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery.

For additional information, refer to “Automatic drive positioner” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section of this manual for automatic drive positioner operation.

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 P (Park).

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Forward and backward

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

Reclining

Move the recline switch backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat

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Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

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

Lumbar support (driver’s seat)

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

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Outboard seats

2ND ROW BENCH SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull up on the lever and lean back.

back can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in P (Park).

WARNING

● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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

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Tip up for easy entry/exit of the 3rd row

The outboard seating positions on the 2nd row bench seat can be tipped forward for easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench seat. To enter the 3rd row on the upper corner of the seatback on the 2nd row bench seat and fold the seatback forward at an angle over the seat base. This will release the back of the seat so it may be tipped forward.

, lift up on the seatback latch located

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Then base and tip the outboard seating position of the 2nd row bench seat forward. To exit the 3rd row bench seat, lift up on the same seatback latch and fold the seatback forward onto the seat base. Then lift up on the seat base and tip it forward.

lift up on the lower corner of the seat

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WARNING

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.

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2ND ROW CAPTAIN’S CHAIR ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull up on the lever and lean back.

The recline 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 P (Park).

Tip up for easy entry/exit of the 3rd row

The 2nd row captain’s chairs can be tipped forward for easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench seat. To enter the 3rd row it is parallel to the seatback and in the stowed position, then lift up on the seatback latch located on the upper corner of the seatback on the 2nd row captain’s chair and fold the seatback forward at an angle over the seat base. This will release the back of the seat so it may be tipped forward.

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, raise the armrest so

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Then base and tip the 2nd row captain’s chair forward. To exit the 3rd row bench seat, lift up on the same seatback latch and fold the seatback forward onto the seat base. Then lift up on the seat base and tip it forward.

lift up on the lower corner of the seat

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3RD ROW BENCH SEAT ADJUSTMENT

The 3rd row bench seat is non-adjustable. However, the seats can be folded to lay flat for maximum cargo capacity. For additional information, refer to “Flexible seating” in this section.

ARMRESTS (captain’s chairs)

Stowed position

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Resting position

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To use the armrests, pull them down to the resting position.

FLEXIBLE SEATING

WARNING

● Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seats when they are in the fold-down position. In a collision, people riding in these areas without proper restraints are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

● Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

● Do not fold down the rear seats when occupants are in the rear seat area or any luggage is on the rear seats.

● Head restraints/headrests should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Always replace and adjust them properly if they have been removed for any reason.

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● If the head restraints/headrests are removed for any reason, they should be securely stored to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident.

● 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.

● Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

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Folding the 2nd row bench seat (if so equipped)

To fold the 2nd row bench seat flat for maximum cargo hauling:

Pull the strap forward, located in the center

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of each seat cushion, and fold each seat cushion toward the front of the vehicle.

2. Pull the strap to release the head restraint/headrest rearward.

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Then lift up on the recline lever on the side of

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the outboard seats to fold the outboard seatbacks flat. To fold the center seatback flat, pull up on the strap on the edge of the center seat cushion and fold the seatback toward the front of the vehicle.

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There is a carpet panel flap on the back of

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each seat that can be folded toward the back of the vehicle.

5. The carpet panel flap provides a level cargo floor when the 3rd row seats are also folded flat.

6. To return the outboard 2nd row bench seats to a seating position, reverse the process for the outboard seats.

7. To return the center seat to a seating position, lift up on the pull strap on the back of the seat base while lifting on the seatback. Then push the seat cushion back into place.

Make sure to hold the seat belts above the seat cushion and properly raise the seatback to an upright position. Then push the seat cushion down into place.

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