Nissan Pathfinder 2001 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 separateWarranty Information and Maintenance Log Booklet (in U.S.), Warranty and Roadside Assistance Information booklet (in Canada) 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 dealer 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 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 INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

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

I Never drive under the influence of al-

cohol or drugs.

I Always observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for conditions.

I Always use your seat belts and appro-

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

I Always provide information about the

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

I Always review this Owner’s Manual

for important safety information.

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

As with other vehicles with features for offroad use, failure to operate four wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. For additional information, see “Driving your four wheel drive safely” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

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ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROAD DRIVING

This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for offroad 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. For additional information, see “Onpavement and offroad driving precautions” and “Avoiding collision and rollover” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

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.

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.

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.

SIC0697

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

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

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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 forklift trucks, marine engines, boats and other diversified products.

NISSAN has made a substantial and growing investment in North America. NISSAN’S commitment is nearly $4 billion dollars in capital investments in facilities across the continent. Some of

the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling design at Nissan Design International in San Diego, California, and engineering at Nissan Technical Center North America in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Additionally, NISSAN employs nearly 18,000 people throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. An additional 71,000 people work for the 1,500 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers across North America.

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-

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 OR

You can write to NISSAN with the information 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

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

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

Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-4

Rear seat adjustment........................................... 1-6

Head restraint adjustment.................................... 1-9

Armrest................................................................. 1-9

Supplemental restraint system................................ 1-10

Precautions on supplemental restraint

system................................................................ 1-10

Supplemental air bag warning labels................. 1-20

Supplemental air bag warning light.................... 1-21

Seat belts ................................................................ 1-22

Precautions on seat belt usage ......................... 1-23

Child safety......................................................... 1-24

Pregnant women ................................................ 1-25

Injured persons................................................... 1-25

Three-point type seat belt with retractor............ 1-25

Two-point type seat belt without retractor (Center of

rear seat) ............................................................ 1-29

Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-30

Seat belt maintenance ....................................... 1-31

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

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

Installation on rear seat center position............. 1-33

Installation on rear seat outboard positions....... 1-35

Top tether strap child restraint........................... 1-40

Installation on front passenger seat................... 1-42

SEATS

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FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I 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.

I After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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.

I 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 belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section for precautions on seat belt usage.

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See “Automatic seat positioner” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” for automatic seat positioner operation.

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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.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward again, pull the lever and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward.

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

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

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

Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

I Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

I Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls which could cause a serious accident.

Operating tips

I The motor has an auto-reset overload pro-

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

I Do not operate the power support seat for a

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

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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.

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Seat lifter

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

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

Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.

REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Before folding down the seat, hook the buckle sideways on to the button and hook on the tongue from the top.

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Folding

1. Remove the head restraints.

2. Pull the strap forward and fold the seat cushion up.

3. Pull the lever and pull the seatback forward to fold it down.

4. When resetting the seat, be sure to install the head restraints.

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WARNING

I 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.

I It is extremely dangerous to ride in a

cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a

collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

I 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.

I Head restraints 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.

I If the head restraints 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.

I Properly secure all cargo to help pre-

vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision,

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unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

I When returning the seatbacks to the

upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured in the right position, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

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Reclining (if so equipped)

Pull the reclining lever and position the seat back at the desired angle. Release the reclining lever after positioning the seat at the desired angle.

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.

I 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 belt properly. See “Seat belts” later in this section for precautions on seat belt usage.

I After adjustment, check to be sure

the seat is securely locked.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

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.

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

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

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ARMREST

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts. Supplemental front air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the face and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions.

Supplemental side air bag system (if so equipped): This system can help cushion the

impact force to the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions. The supplemental side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

These supplemental restraint systems 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, instrument panel and front door finishers. (See “Seat belts” later in this section for

instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.)

After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the systems are operational.

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or instrument panel. Always use the seat belts.

I 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 front air bag inflates.

WARNING

I The supplemental front air bags ordi-

narily 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

front air bags are most effective when

you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Front 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 front 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

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SSS0007 SSS0008 SSS0009

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SSS0099 SSS0100 SSS0101

WARNING

I Never let children ride unrestrained

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

I Children may be severely injured or

killed when the supplemental front air

bag inflates if they are not properly restrained.

I Never install a rear facing child re-

straint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seriously injury or kill your child. See “Child restraints” later in this section for details.

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For supplemental side air bag system (if so equipped):

WARNING

I The supplemental side air bags ordi-

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

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I The seat belts and the supplemental

side air bag are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental side air bag inflates with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the supplemental side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seat to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are

shown in the previous illustrations.

I When sitting in the rear seat, do not

hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the supplemental side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained.

I Do not use seat covers on the front

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

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Supplemental front air bag system

The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. These systems are designed to meet optional certification requirements under U.S. regulations. They are also permitted in Canada. The optional certification allows front 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. The front

air bags are designed to inflate in higher

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

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

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

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

The air bags will deflate quickly after a collision is over.

WARNING

I Do not place any objects on the steer-

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

I Right after inflation, several air bag

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

I 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 front air bags or damage to the supplemental air bag system.

I 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 front air bag system.

I Tampering with the supplemental

front 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 air bag system.

I Work around and on the supplemen-

tal front 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 harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harnesses are cov-

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

Supplemental side air bags along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the head and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating side air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Side air

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Supplemental side air bag system (if so equipped)

The supplemental side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The supplemental side air bag (on the driver or front passenger seat) is designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, although it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. It is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. It may not inflate in certain side collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag operation.

bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and

the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the supplemental side air bags. Since the side air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants, the force of the side air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to or is against the side air bag module during inflation. The side air bags will deflate quickly after the collision is over.

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WARNING

I Do not place any objects near the

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

I Right after inflation, several side air

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

I No unauthorized changes should be

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

I Do not make unauthorized changes

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

I Tampering with the supplemental

side air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the front seats assembly by placing material near the seatback of the front seat, or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag system.

I Work around and on the supplemen-

tal side 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 SRS wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harnesses are cov-

ered 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 side air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For front seats)

WARNING

I The pre-tensioner seat belts cannot

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

I If the vehicle becomes involved in a

frontal collision but the pre-tensioner 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 belts or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt

operation. Tampering with the pretensioner seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

I Work around and on the pretensioner

system should be done by an authorized NISSAN dealer. Installation 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.

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

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types of collisions, thereby restraining seat occupants.

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 should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner system, the supplemental air bag warning light

will not come on, will flash intermittently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition key has been turned to the ON or START position. In this case, the pretensioner seat belt may not function properly. The system should be inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS

Warning labels about the supplemental air bag system and supplemental side air bag system are placed in the vehicle.

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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT

The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying

the circuits of the supplemental front air bag and supplemental side air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt. The circuits monitored by the air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, satellite sensors, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, pre-tensioner seat belt and all related wiring.

After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off

in the instrument panel, monitors

after about 7 seconds if the systems are operational.

If any of the following conditions occurs, the supplemental front air bag and supplemental side air bag systems and pre-tensioner seat belt need servicing:

I The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 seconds.

I The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

I The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come at all.

Under these conditions, the supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags and/or pre-tensioner seat belt may not operate properly. It must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest authorized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

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

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accident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental front air bags and supplemental side air bags are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless they are damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light will remain illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of the supplemental systems should be done only by authorized NISSAN dealers.

To ensure long-term functioning, the systems must be inspected 10 years after the date of manufacture noted on the certification label located on the driver side center pillar.

When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags and related parts should be pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance. The ignition key should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

I Once the supplemental front air bags

or supplemental side air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. The air bag module should be replaced by an authorized NISSAN dealer. The air bag module cannot be repaired.

I The supplemental front air bag and

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

I If you need to dispose of these

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

SEAT BELTS

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SSS0014

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

Your chances of being injured or killed 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 states, provinces or territories require that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

WARNING

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 a child restraint.

I The belt should be properly adjusted

to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint systems and increase the chance or severity of injury in an

accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

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.

I Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-

curely fastened to the proper buckle.

I Do not wear the belt inside out or

twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

I Do not allow more than one person to

use the same belt.

I Never carry more people in the ve-

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