Nissan Murano 2009 Owner's Manual

Foreword

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

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

A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law.

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

READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY

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

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-

TION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

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

. NEVER drive under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

. ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-

its and never drive too fast for conditions.

. ALWAYS give your full attention to

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

. ALWAYS use your seat belts and

appropriate child restraint systems. 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 Man-

ual for important safety information.

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 “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

This vehi cle 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.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle.

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

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.

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

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above 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 re productive 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.

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.

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

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

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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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 so mething 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

For Canadian customers

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

Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

0 Illustrated table of contents

Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint

System (SRS) ................................................... 0-2

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

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

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

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

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

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

VQ35DE engine ............................................ 0-9

SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

1. Rear center seat belt (P.1-18)

2. Head restraints (P.1-8) — Front-seat Active Head Restraints (P.1-9)

3. Seat belts (P.1-10)

4. Armrest

5. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags (P.1-41)

6. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-41)

7. Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint) (P.1-25)

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

9. Rear seats (P.1-6) — Child restraints (P.1-22)

10. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags (P.1-41)

11. Seat belt pretensioner (P.1-53)

12. Front seats (P.1-3)

13. Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) — Advanced Air Bag System (P.1-47)

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EXTERIOR FRONT

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1. Hood (P.3-18)

2. Headlight and turn signal lights — Switch operation (P.2-32) — Bulb replacement (P.8-25)

3. Windshield wiper and washer — Switch operation (P.2-28) — Blade replacement (P.8-17) — Window washer fluid (P.8-12)

4. Roof rack (rail)* (P.2-48)

5. Moonroof* (P.2-52)

6. Power windows (P.2-49)

7. Recovery hook (P.6-15)

8. License plate installation (P.9-11)

9. Fog lights* — Switch operation (P.2-36) — Bulb replacement (P.8-27)

10. Tires — Wheel and tires (P.8-30, P.9-7) — Flat tire (6-2) — Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P.2-13, P.5-3)

11. Outside mirrors (P.3-28)

12. Doors — Keys (P.3-2) — Door locks (P.3-4) — Intelligent Key system* (P.3-7) — Remote keyless entry system (P.3-15) — Security system (P.2-25)

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

14. Fuel-filler door — Operation (P.3-23) — Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)

*: if so equipped

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Lift gate (P.3-18) — Remote keyless entry system (P.3-15) — Intelligent Key system* (P.3-7)

2. Rear window wiper and washer — Switch operation (P.2-30) — Window washer fluid (P.8-12)

3. Rear window defroster (P.2-31)

4. High-mounted stop light — Bulb replacement (P.8-27)

5. Antenna (P.4-61) — Satellite radio antenna* (P.4-32)

6. Back-up light — Bulb replacement (P.8-27)

7. Rear combination light — Bulb replacement (P.8-27)

*: if so equipped

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

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8. Moonroof* (P.2-52)

9. Front map lights (P.2-54)

10. Sunglasses holder (P.2-42)

11. Inside rearview mirror (P.3-27) — Anti-glare adjustment* (P.3-28) — HomeLink — Compass* (P.2-7)

12. Cargo area — Storages (P.2-45) — Luggage hooks (P.2-47) — Cargo light* (P.2-56) — Spare tire (P.6-3)

13. Rear cup holders (P.2-41)

14. Heated seat switch (Rear)* (P.2-37)

15. Console box - rear (P.2-44)

16. Auxiliary input jack* (P.4-48)

17. Console box (P.2-44) — Power outlet* (P.2-39)

18. Front cup holders (P.2-41)

19. Storage box (P.2-45) or Cigarette lighter/Ashtray (P.2-41)

*: if so equipped

universal transceiver* (P.2-57)

1. Cargo cover* (P.2-46)

2. Rear personal light (P.2-54)

3. Mood light (P.2-55)

4. Coat hooks (P.2-49)

5. Mobile Entertainment System (MES)* — Flip-down screen (P.4-64) — Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player (P.4-62)

— DVD remote controller (P.4-66) — Headphones (P.4-65)

6. Door armrest — Power window switch (P.2-49) — Power door lock switch (P.3-6) — Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-28)

7. Sun visors (P.3-26)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Headlight aiming control* (P.2-34)

2. Side ventilator (P.4-25)

3. Power lift gate switch* (P.3-18)

4. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch (P.2-32)

5. Fuel-filler door opener switch (P.3-23)

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6. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)* — Audio control* (P.4-60) — Bluetooth

Hands-Free Phone System control*

(P.4-75)

7. Meters and gauges (P.2-4)

8. Steering wheel — Horn (P.2-37) — Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-41) — Power steering system (P.5-25)

9. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control switches (P.5-18)

10. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-28)

11. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-8)

12. Center ventilator (P.4-25)

13. Center display (P.4-26, P.4-31)/Center color display* (P.4-2)/Navigation system**

14. Heater/air conditioner or Center multi-function control panel* — Navigation system** — Vehicle information and setting buttons (P.4-8) — Bluetooth

Hands-Free Phone System (P.4-75)

— Audio system (P.4-31)

15. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-36)

16. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-41)

17. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P.2-39, 5-27)

18. Power lift gate main switch (P.3-18)

19. Power seatback switch* (P.1-6)

20. Fuse box cover (P.8-21)

21. Parking brake (P.5-17)

22. Tilting telescopic steering wheel lever or switch (P.3-25)

23. Key port (P.5-11)

24. Audio system (P.4-31) — Clock (P.2-38)

25. Heated seat switch* (P.2-37)

26. Selector lever (P.5-13)

27. Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-48)

28. Power outlet (P.2-39)

29. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK switch* (P.5-21)

30. Rear window and outside mirror* defroster switch (P.2-31)

31. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-26) or Audio system (P.4-39)

32. Glove box (P.2-43)

*: if so equipped **: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s

Manual (if so equipped) .

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METERS AND GAUGES

1. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-35)

2. Tachometer (P.2-6)

3. Speedometer (P.2-5)

4. Fuel gauge (P.2-7)

5. Warning/indicator lights (P.2-10)

6. Trip computer switch (P.2-21)

7. Dot matrix liquid crystal display (P.2-17)

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

9. Vehicle information display — Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-5) — Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator (P.2-15)

10. RESET switch for trip odometer (P.2-5)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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VQ35DE ENGINE

1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-11)

2. Drive belt location (P.8-15)

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

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

5. Air cleaner (P.8-16)

6. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-20)

7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-12)

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

9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-7)

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

11. Battery (P.8-13)

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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-

mental restraint system

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

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

Rear seats.................................................... 1-6

Head restraints .............................................. 1-8

Front-seat Active Head Restraints ...................... 1-9

Armrest...................................................... 1-10

Seat belts ...................................................... 1-10

Precautions on seat belt usage ....................... 1-10

Child safety ................................................ 1-13

Pregnant women.......................................... 1-14

Injured persons............................................ 1-14

Three-point type seat belt .............................. 1-14

Seat belt extenders....................................... 1-21

Seat belt maintenance ................................... 1-21

Child restraints ................................................ 1-22

Precautions on child restraints......................... 1-22

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren system

(LATCH) .................................................... 1-23

Top tether strap child restraint ......................... 1-25

Child restraint installation using LATCH ............. 1-26

Child restraint installation using the seat belts..... 1-30

Booster seats.................................................. 1-37

Precautions on booster seats.......................... 1-37

Booster seat installation................................. 1-39

Supplemental restraint system ............................. 1-41

Precautions on supplemental restraint system . .... 1-41

NISSAN advanced air bag system (front seats) .. . 1-47 Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental

air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact

and rollover supplemental air bag systems ......... 1-51

Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ......... 1-53

Supplemental air bag warning labels................. 1-54

Supplemental air bag warning light................... 1-54

Repair and replacement procedure................... 1-55

SEATS

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

CAUTION

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

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WARNING

. Do not ride in a moving vehicle

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

. For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit

well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat properly. See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE” later in this section.

. 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.

. After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

. Do not leave children unattended

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reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

FRONT SEATS Front manual seat adjustment

Forward and backward:

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

Reclining:

To recline the seatback, pull the lever 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.

up and hold it while you slide

up and

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE” later in this section.) Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission in the P (Park) position.

WARNING

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

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Front power seat adjustment

Operating tips:

. The power seat motor has an auto-reset

overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch.

. Do not operate the power seat switch for a

long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery.

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Seat lifter (if so equipped):

Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.

Lumbar support (if so equipped):

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

Move the lever seatback lumbar area.

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up or down to adjust the

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Forward and backward:

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

Reclining:

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

forward or backward will

backward until the

forward.

the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the P (Park) position.

WARNING

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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Seat lifter (if so equipped):

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

To fold down the seatbacks:

Pull the strap on the rear seat

beside the cargo area and fold the seat-

back.

. Pull the lever

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Lumbar support (if so equipped):

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

Push the front to adjust the seatback lumbar area.

or back

end of the switch

REAR SEATS Folding

Before folding the rear seats:

. Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hooks

on the side wall. (See “Seat belt hooks” later in this section.)

. Disconnect and stow the center seat belt

and tongue into the retractor base. (See “Rear center seat belt” later in this section.)

. Always reconnect the center seat belt when

the seat is returned to the upright position.

. Remove drink containers from the rear cup

holder.

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To return the seatbacks:

Manual operation:

Lift up each seatback and push it to the upright position until it is latched.

Power operation (if so equipped):

Push and hold the corresponding switch located on the lower side of the instrument panel the right or left side in the cargo area

A beep sounds once and the seatback will be returned automatically.

A beep sounds twice when the seatback is fully returned to the seating position.

If the control unit detects any obstacle or malfunctions while in the power operation, a beep sounds for 4 seconds and the seatback will return to the folded position automatically. Check if there are any obstacles caught that prevents seats from retuning to the folded position. See a NISSAN dealer if the beep still sounds.

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 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.

. When folding or returning the seat-

backs to the upright position, to avoid injury to yourself and others:

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— Make sure that the seat path is

clear before moving the seat.

— Be careful not to allow hands or

feet to get caught or pinched in the seat.

. 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.

. When returning the seatbacks, be

sure to attach the rear center seat belt connector.

. Do not unfasten the rear center seat

belt connector except when folding down the rear seat.

. When attaching the rear center seat

belt connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured.

. If the rear center seat belt connector

and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sudden stop.

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Reclining

Pull the reclining strap seatback at the desired angle. Release the reclining strap after positioning the seat at the desired angle.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE” later in this section.) The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked.

and position the

WARNING

. Do not ride in a moving vehicle

. For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat belt properly. See “PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE” later in this section.

. After adjustment, check to be sure

the seat is securely locked.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

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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Adjustment

To raise the head restraint, pull it up.

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

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and

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

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FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

. Always adjust the head restraints

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

. Active Head Restraints are designed

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

SEAT BELTS

. Do not attach anything to the head

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

The Active Head Restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occupant’s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash type injuries.

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

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

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

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ARMREST Rear armrest

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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 an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.

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

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WARNING

. Every person who drives or rides in

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

. 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 sever ity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

. Always route the shoulder belt over

your shoulder and across your chest. 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 internal injuries in an accident.

. Be sure the seat belt tongue is

securely fastened to the proper buckle.

. Do not wear the seat belt inside out

or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

. Do not allow more than one person

to use the same seat belt.

. Never carry more people in the

vehicle than there are seat belts.

. If the seat belt warning light glows

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

. No changes should be made to the

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

. Once a seat belt pretensioner has

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activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See a NISSAN dealer.

. Removal and installation of the

pretensioner system components should be done by a NISSAN dealer.

. All seat belt assemblies, including

retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

. All child restraints and attaching

hardware should be inspected after any collision. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s inspection instructions and replacement recommendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are damaged.

CHILD SAFETY

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

In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child.

There are three basic types of child restraint systems:

. Rear facing child restraint

. Front facing child restraint

. Booster seat

The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints and are at least 1 year old. Booster seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no longer use a front facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special protection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not

fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See “CHILD RESTRAINTS” later in this section.)

Also, there are other types of child restraints available for larger children for additional protection.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (air bag system) for the front passenger. (See “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM” later in this section.)

Infants

Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear facing child restraint. NISSAN recommends that infants be placed in child restraints

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that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Small children

Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lb (9 kg) can be placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Larger children

Children who are too large for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 ft 9 in (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.

NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoulder belt in the child’s seating position fits

close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. A booster seat can only be used in seating positions that have a threepoint type seat belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNING

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

PREGNANT WOMEN

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

your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations.

INJURED PERSONS

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

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT

. Every person who drives or rides in

this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

. Do not ride in a moving vehicle

. For the most effective protection

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

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properly.

WARNING

Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

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Fastening the seat belts

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

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage.

. The retractor is designed to lock

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

. If the seat belt cannot be pulled

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

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3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown.

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

The 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)

The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode allows the seat belt to extend and retract to

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

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

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

WARNING

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

Unfastening the seat belts

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

Checking seat belt operation

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

. When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

. When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

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

. Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward

quickly. The retractor should lock and

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restrict further belt movement.

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

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