Nissan Frontier 2000 Owner's Manual

Foreword

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

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

In the U.S., a separate Warranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet or in Canada, a Warranty and Roadside Assistance Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle and vehicle maintenance schedules. 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.

READ FIRST - THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Before driving your vehicle please read this owner’s manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to

help ensure a safe and complete trip for you and your passengers

• NEVER drive under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

• ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-

its and never drive too fast for conditions.

• ALWAYS use your seat belts and

appropriate child restraint systems.

• ALWAYS provide information about

the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

•

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

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

As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate fourwheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. 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”, and ‘‘Avoiding collision and rollover’’, and “Driving safety precautions”, in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

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Foreword

The inside pages of this manual contain a minimum of 50% recycled fibers, including 10% post-consumer fibers.

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

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.

READ FIRST - THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Before driving your vehicle please read this owner’s manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to

help ensure a safe and complete trip for you and your passengers

• NEVER drive under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

• ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-

its and never drive too fast for conditions.

• 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.

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

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.

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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 modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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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.

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All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice and without obligation.

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to produce the finest in safe, reliable and economical transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a successful worldwide company that manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes them in 170 nations.

NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufactured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN affiliates world wide, collectively growing to become the fifth largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars and trucks, NISSAN also makes textile machinery,fork-lifttrucks,marineengines, boats and other products.

NISSAN has made a substantial and growing investment in North America, starting with the opening of Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. in 1960, andcontinuingwiththeproduction of some

cars and trucks at one of the world’s most modern manufacturing facilities, Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A. in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling at Nissan Design International in San Diego, California, and engineering at Nissan Research and Development in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

NISSAN and its dealers indirectly employ about 60,000 Americans.

NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the Canadian economy.Nissan Canada Inc., its suppliers and over 140 dealers employ approximately 4,500 people. These include company employees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for companies that supply NISSAN and NISSAN dealers with materials and services ranging from operation of port facilities and trans-

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portation services to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories.

NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and computers in automobiles, and has led the industry in improving both performance and fuel efficiency through new engine designs and the use of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The company has also developed ways to build quality into its vehicles at each stage of the production process, both through extensive use of automation and — most importantly — through an awareness that people are the central element in quality control.

From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers until you took delivery of your new NISSAN, dozens of checks were made to ensure that only the best job was being done in producing and delivering your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great care to ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your dealer for maintenance, the service technician will perform his work according to the quality standards that have been established by the factory.

Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As you know, seat belts are an integral part of the safety systems that will help protect you and your passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. We urge you to use the seat belts every time you drive the vehicle.

The NISSAN story of growth and achievement reflects our major goal: to provide you, our customer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmanship — a product that we can be proud to build and you can be proud to own.

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

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

For U.S. mainland customers

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

For Hawaii customers

(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number)

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 (on dash

board)

— Date of purchase — Current odometer reading — Your NISSAN dealer’s name — Your comments or questions

You can write to NISSAN with the informa-

tion on the left at:

For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers

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

For Hawaii customers

Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii 2880 Kilihau St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

For Canada customers

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

Table of

Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Contents

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Do-it-yourself

Maintenance

Technical and consumer information

Index

1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Front bucket seats..................................................1-2

Seat adjustment .....................................................1-2

Tilting front bucket seat (King Cab models

only)........................................................................1-3

Front 60/40 bench seats........................................1-4

Seat adjustment .....................................................1-4

Tilting front 60/40 bench seat (King Cab

models only)...........................................................1-5

Head restraints.......................................................1-6

Front bench seat ....................................................1-7

Seat adjustment......................................................1-7

Tilting front bench seat...........................................1-8

Tilting rear bench seat (Crew Cab models

only)........................................................................1-8

Jump seats.............................................................1-9

Supplemental restraint system (supplemental

air bag system).....................................................1-10

Supplementalair bag system...............................1-13

Passenger supplementalair bag on/off switch

and light (except Crew Cab models) ...................1-15

Warning labels......................................................1-18

Supplementalair bag warning light ......................1-18

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

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

Child safety...........................................................1-22

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

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

Three-point type with retractor .............................1-24

Two-point type without retractor (center of

60/40 bench seat) ................................................1-26

Two-point type without retractor (jump seat

and center of bench seat)....................................1-27

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

Seat belt maintenance .........................................1-30

Child restraints ....................................................1-30

Front facing installation on front passenger

seat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-32

Rear facing installation on front passenger

seat (three-point type with retractor)....................1-35

Top strap child restraint .......................................1-45

FRONT BUCKET SEATS

WARNING

I 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 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 properly. See ‘‘Precautions on Seat Belt Usage’’ later in this section.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

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

Forward and backward

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

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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.

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TILTING FRONT BUCKET SEAT (King Cab models only)

The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for jump seat passengers to get in and out.

To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining lever up or push the tilt lever down. The seat automatically moves forward.

To return the seat, move the whole seat backward, then push the seatback up until it locks.

FRONT 60/40 BENCH SEATS

WARNING

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

Forward and backward

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

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

I After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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WARNING

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

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. The seatback moves forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

TILTING FRONT 60/40 BENCH SEAT (King Cab models only)

The front passenger’s seat can be tilted to make it easier for jump seat passengers to get in and out.

To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining lever up or push the tilt lever down. The seat automatically moves forward.

To return the seat, move the whole seat backward, then push the seatback up until it locks.

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WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat.

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Pull down the armrest/storage compartment. Push the release button and lift the armrest lid to the upright position to access the storage compartment and cup holder.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

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

WARNING

Do not sit on the armrest. The armrest is not a seating surface. Using the armrest as a seating surface may cause serious injury in an accident.

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Adjust the top of the head restraint even with the tops of your ears.

NOTE: The head restraints on the bench seat

are not adjustable.

FRONT BENCH SEAT

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not use a child restraint in the

center position of the front bench seat if the type of restraint used interferes with operation of the driving controls.

I Do not adjust the bench seat while

driving. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

Forward and Backward

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

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To tilt the seatback, push the tilting lever down, then pull the seatback forward.

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

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TILTING FRONT BENCH SEAT

The bench seat can be tilted forward to make it easier to remove the jacking tools from the storage area.

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WARNING

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TILTING REAR BENCH SEAT (Crew Cab models only)

The rear bench seat can be tilted to remove the jacking tools from the storage area.

To tilt the seat back, pull the strap up and push the seat back forward.

WARNING

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

JUMP SEATS

WARNING

I Do not use a child restraint in the

jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child restraint installation.

When folding the jump seat, be careful not to squeeze your finger between the seat cushion and the body side.

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (supplemental air bag system)

This supplemental restraint system section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental air bags. The supplemental restraint system air bags can help reduce impact force to the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel and instrument panel. See ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage later in this section.

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

WARNING

I The supplemental air bags ordinarily

will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

I The seat belts and the supplemental

air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags inflate with great force. 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 and may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are 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 use the seat belts.

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 supplemental air bag inflates.

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WARNING

I Never let children ride unrestrained.

Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

I Children may be severely injured or

killed when the supplemental air bag inflates if they are not properly restrained.

I Never install a rear-facing child re-

straint in the front seat of a model equipped with a supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch unless you first turn OFF the air bag. An inflating supplemental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See ‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this section for details.

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM

The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger supplemental air bag is located in the top right section of the instrument panel.

These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U.S. regula-

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tions. They are also permitted in Canada. The optional certification allows air bags to be designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than previously.However,all of the informa-

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

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The supplemental air bag system is designed to inflate in 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 frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag system operation.

The front passenger supplemental air bag is equipped with an ON/OFF switch (except crew cab models which have a rear seat for child restraint installation). Because no rear seat exists where a rear facing child restraint can be secured in other models, the switch is designed to turn OFF the passenger supplemental air bag so that a rear facing child restraint can be used in the front passenger seat. See ‘‘Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light’’ later in this section for details.

When the supplemental 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, but care should be taken not to intentionally inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

The supplemental air bags, along with the use

of the seat belts, helps to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the occupant. It can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating supplemental air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.

Seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Since the supplemental air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants, the force of the supplemental air bags inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or against the supplemental air bag module during inflation.

The supplemental air bags deflate quickly after a collision.

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

WARNING

I Do not place any objects on the

steering wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any

objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or on the instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles, and cause injury if the supplemental air bag inflates.

I Right after inflation, several supple-

mental 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.

Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or front end structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental air bag system.

Tampering with the supplemental air bag system 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 supplemental air bagsystem.

I Work around and on the supplemen-

tal air bag system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. The yellow Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the supplemental air bag system.

I SRS wiring harnesses are covered

with yellow insulation either just before the harness connectors or over the complete harness for easy identification.

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

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PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH AND LIGHT (except Crew Cab models)

WARNING

Air bags and seat belts are designed to work as a unit. Do not switch the air bag OFF unless you meet federal government criteria. Switching off the air bag may increase the risk of serious or fatal injuries in a collision where the air bag would have inflated.

In rare instances, some passengers are exposed to serious injury risks from inflating air bags, especially if not properly restrained. The U.S. and Canadian federal governments recognize other limited circumstances in which an air bag could reduce safety. The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is, therefore, allowed in models without full rear seats. Because the overall benefits of air bags are great, in most situations air bags should not be switched off unless special government criteria exist.

The passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is

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located in the center of the instrument panel, near the ashtray. It can be used to

turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF.

The ON/OFF switch should ONLY to turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF when the following government criteria exists:

I Infants (less than 1 year old) in rear

facing child restraints MUST in the front passenger seat.

I Children ages 1-12 years MUST

placed in the front passenger seat.

The passenger has a medical condition which, according to a physician, causes the air bag to pose a special risk and makes the potential harm from the airbag greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag.

Seat belts and child restraints should always be properly used. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” and “Child restraints” later in this section for details.

To turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF, insert the ignition key in the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the switch clockwise to the OFF position. Then remove the key. When the ignition is turned to the ON or START position the

be used

be placed

passenger air bag OFF indicator light will illuminate to indicate the air bag is OFF. To turn the passenger supplemental air bag ON, insert the ignition key in the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the switch counter clockwise to the ON position. Then remove the key. When the ignition is turned to the ON or START position the passenger air bag OFF indicator light will illuminate for 7 seconds to indicate the

system is working properly and then go out to indicate that the passenger supplemental air bag is ON.

When the switch is turned to the ON position, the passenger supplemental air bag is enabled and could inflate in a frontal collision. When the switch is turned to the OFF position, the passenger supplemental air bag is disabled and will not inflate in a frontal collision. The passenger supplemental air bag OFF indicator light on the instrument panel illuminates when the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position. The driver’sside supplemental air bag always remains enabled and is not affected by the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch.

The passenger supplemental air bag light,

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displaying OFF in the center of the instrument panel, monitors the position of the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch. When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off if the air bag is ON/OFF switch is in the ON position, or stays on if the passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

WARNING

I Do not switch the airbag OFF unless

you meet the federal government criteria outlined previously. This vehicle (except Crew Cab models) is equipped with seat belts with a ″load limiter″ feature. The seat belts are designed to work with the air bags to reduce the risk of injury in a collision. The seat belts are designed to release additional belt webbing during some collisions to reduce the concentration of force on the occupant’s chest area. In a collision with the airbag turned OFF, the seat belt may allow the occupant enough forward movement to incur serious or fatal injuries.

I Keep the passenger supplemental

air bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unless must be used in the front seat, if children ages 1-12 must be placed in the front seat, or if the passenger has a medical condition, which, according to a physician, causes the air bag to pose a special risk of harm (the federal government criteria). If the switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate in a collision as designed and the extra protection provided by the air bag may be lost.

I Be sure to turn the passenger

supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. If it is not OFF,the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. Children ages 1-12 and persons with special medical conditions may also be at risk from an inflating air bag.

a rear-facing child restraint

I If the supplemental air bag warning

light located in the instrument panel next to the speedometer comes on when the passenger supplemental air bag OFF light is also illuminated, something may be wrong with the air bag system. Infants, children ages 1-12 or persons with special medical conditions should not use the front passenger seat until the system is checked by your NISSAN dealer.

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WARNING LABELS SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG

WARNING LIGHT

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

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The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying

monitors the circuits of the supplemental air bag system. The circuits monitored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, the supplemental air bag modules and all related wiring.

When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational.

If any of the following system conditions occur, the supplemental air bag system

in the instrument panel,

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needs servicing and should be taken to an authorized NISSAN dealer:

1. The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described.

2. The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently or remains on.

3. The supplemental air bag warning light does not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the Supplemental Restraint System (supplemental air bag system) may not function properly. It must be checked and repaired.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the supplemental air bag system will not operate in an accident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental air bag modules 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. Repair and replacement of the supplemental air bag system should be done only by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

To ensure long-term functioning, the supplemental air bag system must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the certification label located on the driver side door jamb pillar.

When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental air bag system and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance.The ignition key must always be in the LOCK

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position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

I Once the supplemental air bag in-

flates, the supplemental air bag module will not function again and should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer.The supplemental air bag module cannot be repaired.

I The supplemental air bag system

should be inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end portion of the vehicle, or replaced if the supplemental air bag has inflated.

I If you need to dispose of the supple-

mental air bag or scrap the vehicle, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct supplemental air bag disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

SEAT BELTS

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

Your chances of being injured in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced if you are wearing your seat belt and it is properly adjusted. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.

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

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I Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly restrained and, if appropriate, in child restraints.

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

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properly.

I Always route the shoulder belt over

your shoulder and across your chest. Never run 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.

I Position the lap belt as low and snug

as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an accident.

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I Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-

curely fastened to the proper buckle.

I Do not wear the seat belt inside out

or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

I Do not allow more than one person

to use the same seat belt.

I Never carry more people in the ve-

hicle than there are seat belts.

Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo

area or in a slide-in camper or other type cargo area cover while the vehicle is in motion. These areas do not contain seat belts. It is not designed for passengers. They could be injured in sudden braking or a collision.

I If the seat belt warning light glows

continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

All seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer after any collision. 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.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For front seats)

WARNING

I The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot

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

I If the vehicle becomes involved in a

frontal collision but the pretensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre-tensioner system checked and, if necessary, replaced by your NISSAN dealer.

I No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent accidental activation of the pre-tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

I Work around and on the pre-

tensioner system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal-

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lation of electrical equipment should also be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pretensioner seat belt system.

I If you need to dispose of the pre-

tensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact an authorized NISSAN dealer. Correct pre-tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

should be taken not to intentionally inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking.

If any abnormality occurs in the pretensioner system, the seat belt warning light

will flash intermittently after the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position. In this case, the pre-tensioner seat belt will not function properly.

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

CHILD SAFETY

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the supplemental air bag. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt the instant the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions.

The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt’s retractor. These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts.

When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. The smoke is not harmful, but care

1-22 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained.

The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints.

WARNING

I Be sure to turn the passenger

supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch OFF when using a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat in models so equipped. If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflate in a collision. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could cause serious injury or kill the child in the child restraint. See ″Passenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and light″ earlier in this section.

I In crew cab models, never install a

rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. An inflating supplemental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

I Do not install a child restraint in the

jump seats (King Cab model). These seats are not suitable for child restraint installation.

I Do not install a child restraint in the

center position of the front benchseat if the type of restraint used

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