Nissan Pathfinder 2015 Owner's Manual

2015 PATHFINDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

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

FOREWORD READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY

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

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

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

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

In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed by NISSAN or by your NISSAN dealer prior to delivery. It is important that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures, warnings, cautions and instructions concerning

proper use of such accessories priorto operating the vehicle and/or accessory. See a NISSAN dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped.

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

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

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

● NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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

ALWAYS give your full attention to driving

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

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

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

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

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

For descriptions specified for 4-wheel drive models, a 4WD mark is placed at the beginning of the applicable sections/items.

As with other vehicles with features for off-road use, failure to operate 4-wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or 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.

For additional information, refer to “Onpavement and off-road driving precautions,” “Avoiding collision and rollover” and “Driving safety precautions” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified.

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

This manual includes information for all features and equipment available on this model. Features and equipment in your vehicle may vary depending on model, trim level, options selected, order, date of production, region or availability. Therefore, you may find information about features or equipment that are not included or installed on your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications, performance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision updates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate and up-todate information regarding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at

https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/ navigation/manualsGuide. If you have ques-

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

APD1005

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

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

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

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

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

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

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

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

BLUETOOTH® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and licensed to Visteon and Clarion.

SiriusXM® services require a subscription after trial period and are sold separately or as a package. The satellite service is available only in the 48 contiguous USA and DC. SiriusXM satellite service is also available in Canada; see www.siriusxm.ca.

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

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES...

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

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

For U.S. customers

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

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

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

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

– Your name, address, and telephone number

– Vehicle identification number (attached to the

top of the instrument panel on the driver’s side)

– Date of purchase

– Current odometer reading

– Your NISSAN dealer’s name

– Your comments or questions

You can write to NISSAN with the information at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 or via e-mail at: nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.com

For Canadian customers

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

If you prefer, visit us at:

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

Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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Air bags, seat belts and child restraints ..............0-2

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

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

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

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

Engine compartment check locations . . ..............0-8

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

AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

1. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-49)

2. Occupant classification sensor (weight sensor) (P. 1-49)

3. Seat belts (P. 1-17)

4. Head restraints/headrests (P.1-11)

5. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-49)

6. 3rd row bench seat top tether strap anchor (located on bottom of seatback) (P. 1-26 )

7. Folding 3rd row bench (P. 1-2)

8. 2nd row seat top tether strap anchor (located on bottom of seatback) (P. 1-26)

9. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) (P. 1-26)

10. Folding 2nd row bench (P. 1-2)

11. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (P. 1-49)

12. Seat belts with pretensioner (P. 1-49)

13. Front seats (P. 1-2)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Front view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-27)

2. Engine hood (P. 3-22)

3. Windshield wiper and washer switch, wiper blades (P. 2-30, 8-20)

4. Windshield (P. 8-14)

5. Compass display (if so equipped) (P. 2-6)

6. Power windows (P. 2-52)

7. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key®, remote engine start (if so equipped), keys (P. 3-5, 3-2, 3-20)

8. Mirrors (P. 3-33)

9. Side view camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-27)

10. Tire pressure (P. 8-30)

11. Flat tire (P. 6-3)

12. Tire chains (P. 8-30)

13. Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-33)

14. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26)

15. Headlight and turn signal switch (P. 2-33)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. Antenna (P. 4-103)

2. Rear window wiper and washer switch (P. 2-30)

3. Liftgate release (P. 3-23)

4. Rearview camera (if so equipped) (P.4-27)

5. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-26)

6. Fuel-filler cap, recommended fuel (P. 3-28, P. 9-2 )

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

8. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-5)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

1. Glove box (P. 2-45)

2. Map lights (P. 2-59)

3. Console box (P. 2-45)

4. Power moonroof (if so equipped)/ panoramic sunshade (if so equipped) (P. 2-54)

5. Luggage hooks (P. 2-45)

6. Cup holders (P. 2-45)

7. Front seats (P. 1-2)

8. Sun visors (P. 3-32)

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Vent (P. 4-37)

2. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn signal switch (P. 2-33)

3. Control panel and Vehicle Information Display switches (P. 2-18)

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4. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-36)

5. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn (P. 1-49, P. 2-38)

6. Meters, gauges, warning/indicator lights and Vehicle Information Display (P. 2-3, 2-15, 2-18)

7. Twin trip odometer reset switch (P. 2-4)

8. Windshield wiper/washer switch and rear window wiper/washer switch (P. 2-30, P. 2-32)

9. Center display (P. 4-10)/Navigation system* switches (if so equipped) / Audio system controls (P. 4-50)

10. Center display (P. 4-10)/Navigation system* (if so equipped)

11. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-49)

12. Glove box (P. 2-45)

13. Audio system controls (P. 4-50)/ Automatic heater and air conditioning controls (P. 4-38)

14. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)

15. Push button ignition switch (P. 5-10)

16. Cruise control main/set switches (P. 5-32)

17. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-31)

18. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System (P. 4-117, 4-131)

19. Hood release (P. 3-22)

20. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P. 2-42) Tow mode switch (P. 2-43) Liftgate release switch (if so equipped) (P. 3-23) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-41) Power inverter switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-42) Power liftgate main switch (if so equipped) (P. 3-23) Blind Spot Warning switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-19) Rear Cross Traffic Alert switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-27)

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

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

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

VQ35DE engine

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

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

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

4. Fuse block (P. 8-22)

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

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

7. Air cleaner (P. 8-19)

8. Fuse block (P. 8-22)

9. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-22)

10. Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-22)

11. Battery (P. 8-15)

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

13. Radiator cap (P. 8-7)

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

NOTE:

Engine cover removed for clarity.

See the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning

light

Name Page

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light

Brake warning light 2-11

Charge warning light

Engine oil pressure warning light

High temperature warning light

Low fuel warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

2-11

2-12

Warning

light

Name Page

Low windshieldwasher fluid warning light

Master warning light 2-14

Power steering warning light

Seat belt warning light and chime

Supplemental air bag warning light

2-14

2-15

Indicator

light

Name Page

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) position indicator light

Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light (blue)

Hill descent control indicator light (if so equipped)

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

Overdrive off indicator light

2-15

2-16

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Indicator

light

Name Page

Security indicator light

Side light and headlight indicator (green)

Slip indicator light 2-17

Tow mode ON indicator light

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light

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1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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

Front manual seat adjustment

(if so equipped) ................................1-2

Front power seat adjustment

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

2nd row bench seat adjustment ..................1-6

3rd row bench seat adjustment ..................1-8

Armrests ......................................1-9

Flexible seating.................................1-9

Head restraints/Headrests.........................1-11

Adjustable head restraint/headrest

components ..................................1-12

Non-adjustable head restraint/headrest

components ..................................1-13

Remove ......................................1-13

Removable (without Dual head restraint/

headrest DVD system only) .....................1-14

Install ........................................1-14

Adjust........................................1-14

Folding head restraint/headrest .................1-16

Seat belts .......................................1-17

Precautions on seat belt usage..................1-17

Seat belt warning light .........................1-20

Pregnant women ..............................1-20

Injured persons................................1-20

Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..........1-20

Seat belt extenders ............................1-23

Seat belt maintenance .........................1-24

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

Infants........................................1-25

Small children .................................1-25

Larger children ................................1-25

Child restraints ...................................1-26

Precautions on child restraints ..................1-26

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) System .............................1-28

Rear-facing child restraint installation using

LATCH.......................................1-31

Rear-facing child restraint installation using

the seat belts .................................1-33

Forward-facing child restraint installation

using LATCH..................................1-36

Forward-facing child restraint installation

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

Booster seats .................................1-45

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) . . .............1-49

Precautions on SRS ...........................1-49

Supplemental

Supplemental air bag warning light ..............1-66

air bag warning labels .............1-66

SEATS

● Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

● The seatback should not be reclined any more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are most effective when the passenger sits well back and straight up in the seat. If the seatback is reclined, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and being injured is increased.

WARNING

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

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

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

● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

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CAUTION

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

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

LRS2160 LRS2161 LRS2202

Forward and backward

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

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bringthe seatbackforward, pullthe lever up and lean your body forward. Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.

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Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

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

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Lumbar support (driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area.

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Operating tips

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

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

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

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Forward and backward

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

Reclining

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

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

belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in P (Park).

WRS0752

Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

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

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Manual (if so equipped)

Lumbar support (driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down (manual) or push the front or back end of the switch (power) to adjust the seat lumbar area.

LRS2270

Power (if so equipped)

Outboard seats

2ND ROW BENCH SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Forward and backward

Pull the center of the bar you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull up on the lever and lean back. To bringthe seatbackforward, pull the lever Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.

up and lean your body forward.

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up and hold it while

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LRS2143

The recline feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort andto helpobtain proper seat belt fit. For additional information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt usage” in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in P (Park).

WARNING

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

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

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LRS2142

One touch walk-in function

The 3rd row can be accessed from outside the vehicle by using the seatback release lever located onthe upper outboard side of the seatback on the2nd rowbench seat. If a child safety seat is installed on the passenger’s side of the 2nd row seat, the 3rd row can be accessed without removing the child safety seat.

Multi-mode

WARNING

When returning the seat to its original position, confirm that the seat and seatback are locked properly.

CAUTION

● Be careful not to pinch your hand or foot or bump your head when operating the walk-in seat.

● Do not drive with the 2nd row seat tipped up.

● Be careful not to allow the 2nd row seat to pinch, hit any part of your body or other people when operating the 2nd row seat. Make sure the seat path is clear of all objects before moving the seat.

To enter the 3rd row from outside the vehicle, lift up on the seatback lever located on the upper outboard side of the seatback on the 2nd row bench seat. This will release the back of the seat and fold up the seat cushion. This will also release the seat tracks so you will be able to slide the seat forward or backward.

Slide theentire seat forward for access to the 3rd row.

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To return the seat to a locked position, push the upper seatback rearward until the seatback and tracks are locked. Push the seat cushion down.

Child seat access mode

The passenger’s side of the 2nd row seat can be slid forward for easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench seat without a child safety seat being removed.

To enter the 3rd row from outside the vehicle, lift up on the seatback lever located on the upper outboard side of the seatback on the 2nd row bench seat. This will release the seatback. Then tilt the seat and release the tracks so you will be able to slide the seat forward or backward.

Slide the entire seat forward for access to the rear seats.

To return the seat to a locked position, push the upper seatback rearward until the seatback and track are locked.

WARNING

● Do not leave a child in the child safety seat when operating the child seat access mode.

● When returning the seat to its original position, confirm that the seat and seatback are locked properly.

CAUTION

● Be careful not to pinch your hand or foot or bump your head when operating the walk-in seat.

● Do not drive with the 2nd row seat tipped up.

Exiting the 3rd row

Toexit the3rd rowfrom eitherseating position,lift the upper seatback release lever to the uppermost position. This will release the back of the seat, then fold the seat cushion up and release the tracks.

Slide the entire seat forward.

To return the seat to a locked position, push the upper seatback rearward until the seatback and track are locked.

WARNING

When returning the seat to its original position, confirm that the seat and seatback are locked properly.

CAUTION

Be careful not to pinch your hand or foot or bump your head when operating the walk-in seat.

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Outboard seats

3RD ROW BENCH SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull up on the latch located on the outside corner of each seatback. Lean back until the desired angle is obtained.

To bring the seatback forward again, pull up on the latch and pull the seatback upright until the desired angle is obtained.

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WARNING

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

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ARMRESTS

The 2nd row benchseat comesequipped with an armrest. Pull the armrest down until it rests on the seat cushion.

FLEXIBLE SEATING

WARNING

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

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

● Do not allow more than one person to use the same seat belt.

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

– 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.

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

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

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● When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

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

3. Lift up on the recline lever on the side of the outboard seats to fold the seatbacks flat.

4. To return the 2nd row bench seats to a seating position, push up on the seatback until it latches in place.

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Folding the 2nd row bench seat

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

1. Make sure that the head restraints are lowered or removed. To remove the head restraint/headrest, push and hold the lock knob while moving the head restraint/headrest in an upward direction. Store the head restraint/headrest properly so it is not loose in the vehicle.

2. Stow the 2nd row seat belts in the seat belt hooks found on the sides of the vehicle.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS

LRS2145

Folding the 3rd row seats

To fold the 3rd row seats flat for maximum cargo capacity:

1. Pull the strap restraint/headrest forward.

2. Stow the 3rd row seat belts in the seat belt

3. Pull up on the latch

hooks area.

corner of each seatback and lower the seatback forward over the seat base.

found on the sides of the cargo

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to release the head

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located in the upper

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To return the 3rd row seats to a seating position:

1. Use the pull straps back. Pull back until the seatback latches into position. Make sure to properly raise

each seatback to an upright and secured position.

2. Do not use the pull strap to return the head restraint/headrest to the upright position. Pull back on the head restraint/headrest until it latches in the upright position.

to raise each seat-

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WARNING

When the seat is returned to the normal seating position, the head restraints/headrests must be returned to the upright position to properly protect vehicle occupants.

WARNING

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

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