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2. The inside pages of this manual contain
a minimum of 50% recycled fibers,
Foreword including 10% post-consumer fibers.
Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN familiarity with controls and maintenance For descriptions specified for four-wheel
owners. This vehicle has been delivered to you requirements, assisting you in the safe op- drive models, a mark is placed at
with confidence. It was produced using the eration of your vehicle. the beginning of the applicable
latest techniques and strict quality control. sections/items.
This manual was prepared to help you under- WARNING
stand the operation and maintenance of your As with other vehicles with features for
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION off-road use, failure to operate four-
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles
(kilometers) of driving pleasure. Please read REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! wheel drive models correctly may result
through this manual before operating your in loss of control or an accident. Be sure
vehicle. Follow these important driving rules to to read ‘‘Driving safety precautions’’ in
help ensure a safe and complete trip for the ‘‘Starting and driving’’ section of this
In the U.S., a separate Warranty Informa- you and your passengers!
tion Booklet or in Canada, a Warranty and manual.
Roadside Assistance Information Book- • NEVER drive under the influence of
let explains details about the warranties alcohol or drugs. ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIV-
covering your vehicle. The “NISSAN Ser- ING
vice and Maintenance Guide” explains • ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-
its and never drive too fast for con- This vehicle will handle and maneuver
details about maintaining and servicing differently from an ordinary passenger
your vehicle. Additionally, a separate ditions.
Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. car because it has a higher center of
only) will explain how to resolve any • ALWAYS use your seat belts and gravity for off-road use. As with other
concerns you may have with your ve- appropriate child restraint systems. vehicles with features of this type, fail-
hicle, as well as clarify your rights under Pre-teen children should be seated ure to operate this vehicle correctly
your state’s lemon law. in the rear seat. may result in loss of control or an
accident.
Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle • ALWAYS provide information about
best. When you require any service or have the proper use of vehicle safety fea- Be sure to read “On-pavement and off-
any questions, they will be glad to assist you tures to all occupants of the vehicle. road driving precautions”, and ‘‘Avoid-
with the extensive resources available to them. ing collision and rollover’’, and “Driv-
• ALWAYS review this owner’s manual ing safety precautions”, in the
READ FIRST - THEN DRIVE for important safety information. “Starting and driving” section of this
SAFELY manual.
Before driving your vehicle please read this
owner’s manual carefully. This will ensure
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3. The inside pages of this manual contain
a minimum of 50% recycled fibers,
IMPORTANT INFORMATION including 10% post-consumer fibers.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
You will see various symbols in this manual.
They are used in the following ways:
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified. WARNING
Modification could affect its perfor-
mance, safety or durability, and may This is used to indicate the presence of
even violate governmental regulations. a hazard that could cause death or
In addition, damage or performance serious personal injury. To avoid or
problems resulting from modification reduce the risk, the procedures must
may not be covered under NISSAN war- be followed precisely.
ranties.
CAUTION
All information, specifications and illustra-
tions in this manual are those in effect at the This is used to indicate the presence of APD1005
time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to a hazard that could cause minor or
moderate personal injury or damage to If you see this symbol, it means ‘‘Do not do
change specifications or design without no- this’’ or ‘‘Do not let this happen.’’
tice and without obligation. your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the
risk, the procedures must be followed CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
carefully.
WARNING
WARNING
Engine Exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or reproductive harm.
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4. © 2001 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
GARDENA, CALIFORNIA.
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, with-
out the prior written permission of NISSAN
North America, Inc., Gardena, California.
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5. Welcome To The World Of NISSAN
portation services to the supply of lubricants,
parts and accessories.
NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and
computers in automobiles, and has led the indus-
try in improving both performance and fuel effi-
ciency 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 cen-
tral element in quality control.
From the time the parts arrived from our suppli-
ers until you took delivery of your new NISSAN,
WFW0002 dozens of checks were made to ensure that only
the best job was being done in producing and
Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling delivering your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great
to produce the finest in safe, reliable and eco- design at Nissan Design America, Inc. in San care to ensure that when you take your NISSAN
nomical transportation. Your vehicle is the prod- Diego, California, and engineering at Nissan to your dealer for maintenance, the service tech-
uct of a successful worldwide company that Technical Center North America in Farmington nician will perform his work according to the
manufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun- Hills, Michigan. Additionally, NISSAN employs quality standards that have been established by
tries and distributes them in 170 nations. nearly 18,000 people throughout the United the factory.
NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac- States, Canada, and Mexico. An additional Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As
tured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was 71,000 people work for the 1,500 NISSAN and you know, seat belts are an integral part of the
founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN INFINITI dealers across North America. safety systems that will help protect you and your
affiliates world wide, collectively growing to be- passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an
come the fifth largest automaker in the world. In NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the accident. We urge you to use the seat belts every
addition to cars and trucks, NISSAN also makes Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup- time you drive the vehicle.
forklift trucks, marine engines, boats and other pliers and over 140 dealers employ approxi-
diversified products. mately 4,500 people. These include company The NISSAN story of growth and achievement
employees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all reflects our major goal: to provide you, our
NISSAN has made a substantial and growing across Canada. In addition, many Canadians customer, with a vehicle that is built with quality
investment in North America. NISSAN’s commit- work for companies that supply NISSAN and and craftsmanship — a product that we can be
ment is nearly $4 billion dollars in capital invest- NISSAN dealers with materials and services proud to build and you can be proud to own.
ments in facilities across the continent. Some of ranging from operation of port facilities and trans-
the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing
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6. 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 The Consumer Affairs Department will ask tion on the left at:
NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or for the following information: For U.S. mainland and Alaska custom-
you would like to provide NISSAN directly — Your name, address, and telephone ers
with comments or questions, please con- number Nissan North America, Inc.
tact our (NISSAN’s) Consumer Affairs De- — Vehicle identification number (attached Consumer Affairs Department
partment using our toll-free number: to the top of the instrument panel on the P.O. Box 191
Gardena, California 90248-0191
For U.S. mainland customers driver’s side)
— Date of purchase For Hawaii customers
1-800-NISSAN-1 — Current odometer reading Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii
(1-800-647-7261) — Your NISSAN dealer’s name 2880 Kilihau St.
For Hawaii customers — Your comments or questions Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number) For Canada customers
For CANADIAN customers OR
Nissan Canada Inc.
1-800-387-0122 You can write to NISSAN with the informa- 5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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7. Table of Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1
Contents Instruments and controls 2
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3
Heater, air conditioner and audio systems 4
Starting and driving 5
In case of emergency 6
Appearance and care 7
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8
Technical and consumer information 9
Index 10

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9. 1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air
bag systems
Seats ......................................................................1-2 Three-point type seat belt with retractor .........1-19
Front manual seat adjustment...........................1-2 Two-point type seat belt without
Rear seat adjustment (type a)...........................1-3 retractor (center of rear seat) ..........................1-21
Rear seat adjustment (type b)...........................1-5 Seat belt extenders .........................................1-23
Head restraint adjustment .................................1-7 Seat belt maintenance ....................................1-24
Supplemental restraint system...............................1-7 Child restraints .....................................................1-24
Precautions on supplemental restraint Precautions on child restraints ........................1-24
system ...............................................................1-7 Installation on rear seat center position ..........1-26
Supplemental air bag warning labels ..............1-14 Installation on rear seat outboard
Supplemental air bag warning light.................1-14 positions ..........................................................1-29
Seat belts .............................................................1-16 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
Precautions on seat belt usage ......................1-16 Children) system ..................................................1-33
Child safety......................................................1-17 Top tether strap child restraint.........................1-35
Pregnant women .............................................1-18
Installation on front passenger seat ................1-36
Injured persons................................................1-18
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11. SEATS
ARS1152 WRS0109
WARNING ț For most effective protection when FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUST-
ț Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the vehicle is in motion, the seat MENT
the seatback is reclined. This can be should be upright. Always sit well
back in the seat and adjust the seat WARNING
dangerous. The shoulder belt will
not be against your body. In an acci- properly. See ‘‘Precautions on Seat ț Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
dent you could be thrown into it and Belt Usage’’ later in this section. driving so full attention may be given
receive neck or other serious inju- to vehicle operation. The seat may
ries. You could also slide under the move suddenly and could cause loss
lap belt and receive serious internal of control of the vehicle.
injuries. ț After adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely locked.
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12. Forward and backward
Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide
the seat forward or backward to the desired
position. Release the lever to lock the seat
in position.
WRS0110 ARS1224
Reclining REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT
To recline the seatback pull the lever up and (TYPE A)
lean back. To bring the seatback forward, Folding
pull the lever up and lean your body forward.
Release the lever to lock the seatback in 1. Pull outward on the two straps at the
position. bottom of the seat cushions.
2. Lift the front of the seat cushion up and
WARNING remove the seat cushion. Store the seat
After adjustment, gently rock in the cushion in a secure place.
seat to make sure it is securely locked.
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13. ARS1225 ARS1226 ARS1227
3. Pull the ring on top of the seat back up. 5. Push the seat back up until it latches 6. Hold the seat belts above the seat cush-
ion.
4. Fold down the seat back.
7. Slide the seat cushion back.
8. Push down the seat cushion until it
latches.
WARNING
ț 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 seri-
ous injury in an accident or sudden
stop.
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14. ț It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these ar-
eas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
ț 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 prop-
erly. Never ride in the rear seat un-
less the seat bottom cushions are in
place and latched. WRS0120 WRS0121
ț Properly secure all cargo to help REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT 2. Pull the ring on top of the seat back up.
prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do
not place cargo higher than the seat- (TYPE B) 3. Fold down the seat back.
backs. In a sudden stop or collision, Folding
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury. 1. Lift the front of the seat cushion up and
ț When returning the seatbacks to the remove the seat cushion. Store the seat
upright position, be certain they are cushion in a secure place.
completely secured in the latched
position. If they are not completely
secured in the latched position, pas-
sengers may be injured in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.
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15. ț It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these ar-
eas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
ț 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 prop-
erly. Never ride in the rear seat un-
less the seat bottom cushions are in
WRS0122 WRS0123 place and latched.
ț Properly secure all cargo to help
4. Push the seat back up until it latches 5. Hold the seat belts above the seat cush-
prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do
ion. not place cargo higher than the seat-
6. Slide the seat cushion back. backs. In a sudden stop or collision,
7. Push down the seat cushion until it unsecured cargo could cause per-
latches. sonal injury.
ț When returning the seatbacks to the
WARNING
upright position, be certain they are
ț Never allow anyone to ride in the completely secured in the latched
cargo area or on the rear seat when it position. If they are not completely
is in the fold-down position. Use of secured in the latched position, pas-
these areas by passengers without sengers may be injured in an acci-
proper restraints could result in seri- dent or sudden stop.
ous injury in an accident or sudden
stop.
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16. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLE-
MENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
This supplemental restraint system section
contains important information concerning
the driver and passenger supplemental air
bags. The supplemental restraint system air
bags can help reduce impact force to the
driver and front passenger in certain frontal
collisions. The supplemental air bags are
designed to supplement the crash protec-
tion provided by the driver and front passen-
LRS0097
ger seat belts and are not a substitute for
WRS0096
them. Seat belts should always be correctly
HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the center of the head restraint even worn and the driver and front passenger
To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To with the center of your ears. seated a suitable distance away from the
lower, push the lock knob, then push the steering wheel and instrument panel. See
head restraint down. ‘‘Seat belts’’ for instructions and precautions
on seat belt usage later in this section.
WARNING
The supplemental air bags operate only
Head restraints should be adjusted when the ignition switch is in the ON or
properly as they may provide signifi- START position.
cant protection against injury in an ac-
cident. Do not remove them. Check the After turning the ignition key to the ON
adjustment after someone else uses position, the supplemental air bag warn-
the seat. ing light illuminates. The supplemental
air bag warning light will turn off after
about 7 seconds if the system is opera-
tional.
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17. ț The driver and front passenger seat
belt buckles are equipped with sen-
sors that detect if the seat belts are
fastened. The air bag system moni-
tors the severity of a collision and
then inflates the air bags based on
belt usage. Failure to properly wear
seat belts can increase the risk or
severity of injury in an accident.
ț Keep hands on the outside of the
steering wheel. Placing them inside
the steering wheel rim could in-
ARS1151 crease the risk that they are injured
when the supplemental air bag in-
WARNING unrestrained, leaning forward, sit- flates.
ț The supplemental air bags ordinarily ting sideways or out of position in
will not inflate in the event of a side anyway, you are at greater risk of
impact, rear impact, roll over, or injury or death in a crash. You may
lower severity frontal collision. Al- also receive serious or fatal injuries
ways wear your seat belts to help from the supplemental air bag if you
reduce the risk or severity of injury are up against it when it inflates.
in various kinds of accidents. Always sit back against the seatback
and as far away as practical from the
ț The seat belts and the supplemental
steering wheel or instrument panel.
air bags are most effective when you
Always use the seat belts.
are sitting well back and upright in
the seat. Supplemental air bags in-
flate with great force. If you are
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18. ARS1153 ARS1041
ARS1042
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19. WARNING
ț Never let children ride unrestrained.
Do not attempt to hold them in your
lap or arms. Some examples of dan-
gerous riding positions are shown in
the illustrations.
ț Children may be severely injured or
killed when the supplemental air bag
inflates if they are not properly re-
strained.
ț Never install a rear-facing child re-
ARS1043 ARS1098
straint in the front seat. An inflating
supplemental air bag could seri-
ously injure or kill your child. See
‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this sec-
tion for details.
ARS1044 ARS1099
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20. tion, cautions and warnings in this manual
still apply and must be followed.
The supplemental air bag system is de-
signed to inflate in higher severity frontal
collisions, although it may inflate if the
forces in another type of collision are similar
to those of a higher severity frontal impact. It
may not inflate in certain frontal collisions.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always
an indication of proper supplemental air bag
system operation.
The supplemental air bag system has dual
stage inflators for both the driver and pas-
senger air bags. The system monitors infor-
mation from the crash zone sensor, the
diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt buckle
sensors that detect if the seat belts are
fastened. Inflator operation is based on the
severity of a collision and whether the seat
belts are being used.
WRS0119
When the supplemental air bag inflates, a
These systems are designed to meet optional fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by
Supplemental air bag system the release of smoke. This smoke is not
certification requirements under U.S. regula-
The driver supplemental air bag is located in harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care
tions. They are also permitted in Canada. The
the center of the steering wheel. The pas- should be taken not to intentionally inhale it,
optional certification allows air bags to be
senger supplemental air bag is located in as it may cause irritation and choking.
designed to inflate somewhat less forcefully Those with a history of a breathing condition
the top right section of the instrument panel. than previously. However, all of the informa- should get fresh air promptly.
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21. The supplemental air bags, along with the
objects between any occupant and wheel pad and above the instrument
use of the seat belts, helps to cushion the
the steering wheel or on the instru- panel, or by installing additional trim
impact force on the face and chest of the
ment panel. Such objects may be- material around the supplemental air
occupant. It can help save lives and reduce
come dangerous projectiles, and bag system.
serious injuries. However, an inflating sup-
cause injury if the supplemental air
plemental air bag may cause facial abrasions ț Work around and on the supplemen-
bag inflates.
or other injuries. Supplemental air bags do tal air bag system should be done by
not provide restraint to the lower body. ț Right after inflation, several supple- an authorized NISSAN dealer.
mental air bag system components
Seat belts should be correctly worn and the Installation of electrical equipment
will be hot. Do not touch them; you
driver and passenger seated upright as far should also be done by an autho-
may severely burn yourself.
as practical away from the steering wheel or rized NISSAN dealer. The yellow and
instrument panel. The supplemental air bags ț No unauthorized changes should be orange Supplemental Restraint Sys-
inflate quickly in order to help protect the made to any components or wiring of tem (SRS) wiring and connectors
front occupants. Because of this, the force of the supplemental air bag system. This should not be modified or discon-
the supplemental air bags inflating can in- is to prevent accidental inflation of nected. Unauthorized electrical test
crease the risk of injury if the occupant is too the supplemental air bag or damage equipment and probing devices
close to, or is against, the supplemental air to the supplemental air bag system. should not be used on the supple-
bag module during inflation. ț Do not make unauthorized changes to mental air bag system.
The supplemental air bags deflate quickly your vehicle’s electrical system, sus-
ț A cracked windshield should be re-
after a collision. pension system or front end structure.
placed immediately by a qualified
This could affect proper operation of
The supplemental air bags operate only repair facility. A cracked windshield
the supplemental air bag system.
when the ignition switch is in the ON or could affect inflation of the supple-
START position. ț Tampering with the supplemental air mental air bag system.
bag system may result in serious
WARNING personal injury. Tampering includes ț The SRS wiring harness connectors
ț Do not place any objects on the changes to the steering wheel and are yellow and orange for easy iden-
steering wheel pad or on the instru- the instrument panel assembly, by tification.
ment panel. Also, do not place any placing material over the steering
When selling your vehicle, we request that
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22. you inform the buyer about the supplemental ț Work around and on the pre- When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates,
air bag system and guide the buyer to the tensioner system should be done by smoke is released and a loud noise may be
appropriate sections in this owner’s manual. an authorized NISSAN dealer. heard. The smoke is not harmful. Care
should be taken not to intentionally inhale it
Pre-tensioner seat belt system Installation of electrical equipment as it may cause irritation and choking.
(For front seats) should also be done by an autho-
Those with a history of a breathing condition
rized NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized
should get fresh air promptly.
WARNING electrical test equipment and prob-
ing devices should not be used If any abnormality occurs in the pre-
ț The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot onthe pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tensioner system, the supplemental air bag
be reused after activation. It must tem. warning light will flash intermit-
bereplaced together with the retrac- ț If you need to dispose of the pre- tently after the ignition key is turned to the
tor and buckle as a unit. tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con- ON or START position. In this case, the
ț If the vehicle becomes involved in a tact an authorized NISSAN dealer. pre-tensioner seat belt will not function
frontal collision but the pre- Correct pre-tensioner disposal pro- properly.
tensioner is not activated, be sure to cedures are set forth in the appropri-
When selling your vehicle, we request that
have the pre-tensioner system ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incor-
checked and, if necessary, replaced rect disposal procedures could you inform the buyer about the pre-
by your NISSAN dealer. cause personal injury. tensioner seat belt system and guide the
buyer to the appropriate sections in this
ț No unauthorized changes should be Owner’s Manual.
made to any components or wiring The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt sys-
of the pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem activates in conjuction with the supple-
tem. This is to prevent accidental mental air bag. Working with the seat belt
activation of the pre-tensioner seat retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt the
belt or damage to the pre-tensioner instant the vehicle becomes involved in
seat belt operation. Tampering with certain types of collisions.
the pre-tensioner seat belt system The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat
may result in serious personal in- belt’s retractor. These seat belts are used
jury. the same as conventional seat belts.
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23. LRS0100
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG
WARNING LIGHT
The supplemental air bag warning light,
displaying in the instrument panel,
monitors the circuits of the supplemental air
WRS0099
bag and pre-tensioner seat belt systems.
The circuits monitored by the supplemental
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG
air bag warning light are the diagnosis sen-
WARNING LABELS sor unit, the supplemental air bag modules,
Warning labels about the supplemental air pre-tensioner seat belts and all related wir-
bag system are placed in the vehicle as ing.
shown in the illustration.
When the ignition key is in the ON or START
position, the supplemental air bag warning
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24. light illuminates for about 7 seconds and Repair and replacement procedure WARNING
then turns off. This means the system is
operational. The supplemental air bag modules are de- ț Once the supplemental air bag in-
signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. flates, the supplemental air bag
If any of the following system conditions As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the module will not function again and
occur, the supplemental air bag and pre- supplemental air bag warning light remains should be replaced by an authorized
tensioner seat belt systems need servicing illuminated after inflation has occurred. NISSAN dealer. The supplemental air
and should be taken to an authorized NIS- Repair and replacement of the supplemen- bag module cannot be repaired.
SAN dealer: tal air bag system should be done only by ț The supplemental air bag system
ț The supplemental air bag warning light an authorized NISSAN dealer. should be inspected by an autho-
remains on after approximately 7 seconds. When maintenance work is required on the rized NISSAN dealer if there is any
vehicle, the supplemental air bag system damage to the front end portion of
ț The supplemental air bag warning light
and related parts should be pointed out to the vehicle, or replaced if the supple-
flashes intermittently.
the person conducting the maintenance. The mental air bag has inflated.
ț The supplemental air bag warning light ignition key must always be in the LOCK ț If you need to dispose of the supple-
does not come on at all. position when working under the hood or mental air bag or scrap the vehicle,
Under these conditions, the Supplemental inside the vehicle. contact an authorized NISSAN
Restraint System (supplemental air bag or dealer. Correct supplemental air bag
pre-tensioner seat belt systems may not disposal procedures are set forth in
function properly. It must be checked and the appropriate NISSAN Service
repaired. Manual. Incorrect disposal proce-
dures could cause personal injury.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the
supplemental air bag or pre-tensioner
seat belt systems will not operate in an
accident.
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25. SEAT BELTS
ARS1154 ARS1100
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT WARNING ț Always route the shoulder belt over
USAGE ț Every person who drives or rides in your shoulder and across your
this vehicle should use a seat belt at chest. Never run the belt behind your
Your chances of being injured in an accident back, under your arm or across your
and/or the severity of injury may be greatly all times. Children should be prop-
erly restrained and, if appropriate, in neck. The belt should be away from
reduced if you are wearing your seat belt your face and neck, but not falling
and it is properly adjusted. NISSAN strongly child restraints.
ț The seat belt should be properly ad- off your shoulder.
encourages you and all of your passengers justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so ț Position the lap belt as low and snug
to buckle up every time you drive, even if may reduce the effectiveness of the as possible AROUND THE HIPS,
your seating position includes a supplemen- entire restraint system and increase NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too
tal air bag. the chance or severity of injury in an high could increase the risk of inter-
Most U.S. States and Canadian prov- accident. Serious injury or death can nal injuries in an accident.
inces or territories specify that seat belts occur if the seat belt is not worn
be worn at all times when a vehicle is properly.
being driven.
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26. It is not designed for passengers. straint manufacturer’s inspection in-
They could be injured in sudden brak- structions and replacement recom-
ing or a collision. mendations. The child restraints
ț If the seat belt warning light glows should be replaced if they are dam-
continuously while the ignition is aged.
turned ON with all doors closed and
all seat belts fastened, it may indi- CHILD SAFETY
cate a malfunction in the system.
Have the system checked by an au- Children need adults to help protect them.
thorized NISSAN dealer. They need to be properly restrained.
ț All seat belt assemblies including The proper restraint depends on the child’s
retractors and attaching hardware size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year
ARS1103 should be inspected by an autho- and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) should be
rized NISSAN dealer after any colli- placed in rear facing child restraints. Front
ț Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- sion. NISSAN recommends that all facing child restraints are available for chil-
curely fastened to the proper buckle. seat belt assemblies in use during a dren who outgrow rear facing child re-
ț Do not wear the seat belt inside out collision be replaced unless the col- straints.
or twisted. Doing so may reduce its lision was minor and the belts show
effectiveness. no damage and continue to operate WARNING
ț Do not allow more than one person properly. Seat belt assemblies not in ț Infants and children need special
to use the same seat belt. use during a collision should also be protection. The vehicle’s seat belts
inspected and replaced if either may not fit them properly. The shoul-
ț Never carry more people in the ve- damage or improper operation is der belt may come too close to the
hicle than there are seat belts. noted. face or neck. The lap belt may not fit
ț Never allow anyone to ride in the ț All child restraints and attaching over their small hip bones. In an
cargo area while the vehicle is in hardware should be inspected after accident, an improperly fitting seat
motion. It does not contain seat belts. any collision. Always follow the re- belt could cause serious or fatal in-
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27. jury. Always use appropriate child comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety WARNING
restraints. Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards. You should choose a Never let a child stand or kneel on any
child restraint which fits your vehicle and seat and do not allow a child in the
always follow the manufacturer’s instruc- cargo areas while the vehicle is moving.
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or The child could be seriously injured or
territories require the use of approved child tions for installation and use.
killed in an accident or sudden stop.
restraints for infants and small children. See
‘‘Child restraints’’ later in this section for
Larger children
more information. Children who are too large for child re- PREGNANT WOMEN
In addition, there are many types of child straints should be seated and restrained by
the seat belts which are provided. NISSAN recommends that pregnant women
restraints available for larger children which use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn
should be used for maximum protection. If the child’s seating position has a shoulder snug, and always position the lap belt as
NISSAN recommends that all pre-teen belt that fits close to the face or neck, the low as possible around the hips, not the
children be restrained in the rear seat if use of a booster seat (commercially avail- waist. Place the shoulder belt over your
possible. According to accident statis- able) may help overcome this. The booster shoulder and across your chest. Never run
tics, children are safer when properly seat should raise the child so the shoulder the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal
restrained in the rear seat than in the belt is properly positioned across the top, area. Contact your doctor for specific rec-
front seat. middle portion of the shoulder and the lap ommendations.
belt is low on the hips. The booster seat
This is especially important because should fit the vehicle seat and have a label INJURED PERSONS
your vehicle has a supplemental re- certifying that it complies with Federal Motor
straint system (Supplemental air bag NISSAN recommends that injured persons
Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo-
system) for the front passenger (for pre- use seat belts, depending on the injury.
tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child
cautions, see ‘‘Supplemental restraint Check with your doctor for specific recom-
has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer
system’’ earlier in this section). mendations.
on or near the face and neck, use the
shoulder belt without the booster seat.
Infants and small children
NISSAN recommends that infants and small
children be seated in child restraints that
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28. you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap belt
and receive serious internal injuries.
ț 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.
Fastening the seat belts
ARS1104 1. Adjust the seat. ARS1189
THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac- 3. Position the lap belt portion low and
tor and insert the tongue into the buckle snug on the hips as shown.
WITH RETRACTOR until you hear and feel the latch engage.
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the
WARNING The retractor is designed to lock during retractor to take up extra slack.
ț Every person who drives or rides in a sudden stop or on impact. A slow
this vehicle should use a seat belt at pulling motion permits the seat belt to The front passenger seat belt has a cinch-
all times. Children should be prop- move, and allows you some freedom of ing mechanism for child restraint installa-
erly restrained and, if appropriate, in movement in the seat. tion. It is referred to as the automatic locking
a child restraint. mode.
ț Do not ride in a moving vehicle when When the cinching mechanism is activated
the seatback is reclined. This can be the seat belt cannot be extracted again until
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not the seat belt tongue is detached from the
be against your body. In an accident buckle and the seat belt is fully retracted.
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29. See ‘‘Child restraints ’’ later in this section for To increase your confidence in the seat
more information. belts, check the operation as follows.
The automatic locking mode should be ț Grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly
used only for child restraint installation. forward. The retractor should lock and
During normal seat belt use by a passen- restrict further belt movement.
ger, the locking mode should not be
activated. If it is activated it may cause If the retractor does not lock during this
uncomfortable seat belt tension. check, or if you have any questions about
seat belt operation, see an authorized
NISSAN dealer.
ARS1054
Unfastening the seat belts
To unfasten the seat belt, press 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 meth-
ods:
1) When the seat belt is pulled quickly from
the retractor.
2) When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
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30. WARNING
ț After adjustment, release the adjust-
ment button and try to move the
shoulder belt anchor up and down to
make sure it is securely fixed in
position.
ț The shoulder belt anchor height
should be adjusted to the position
best for you. Failure to do so may
reduce the effectiveness of the en-
tire restraint system and increase
the chance or severity of injury in an
LRS0101 accident. WRS0076
Shoulder belt height adjustment TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT
(for front seats) WITHOUT RETRACTOR (center
The shoulder belt anchor height should be of rear seat)
adjusted to the position best for you. (See Selecting the correct set of seat belts
‘‘Precautions on seat belt usage’’ earlier in
this section.) To adjust, pull out the adjust- The center seat belt buckle and tongue are
ment button and move the shoulder belt identified by the word CENTER. The center
anchor to the desired position, so the belt seat belt tongue can only be fastened into
passes over the center of the shoulder. The the center seat belt buckle.
belt should be away from your face and
neck, but not falling off of your shoulder.
Release the adjustment button to lock the
shoulder belt anchor into position.
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31. ARS1055 ARS1238 ARS1076
Fastening the seat belts 2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of 3. Position the lap belt low and snug on
the belt away from the tongue. the hips as illustrated.
1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you
hear and feel the latch engage. Both the
tongue assembly and the buckle are
marked CENTER.
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32. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS
If, because of body size or driving position,
it is not possible to properly fit the lap-
shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is
available which is compatible with the in-
stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap-
proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length
and may be used for either the driver or front
passenger seating position. See an autho-
rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if the
extender is required.
ARS1057 ARS1058 WARNING
ț Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,
4. Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at Unfastening the seat belts made by the same company which
a right angle to the belt, then pull on the made the original equipment seat
belt. To unfasten the seat belt, press the button
belts, should be used with NISSAN
on the buckle.
seat belts.
ț Persons who can use the standard
seat belt should not use an extender.
Such unnecessary use could result
in serious personal injury in the
event of an accident.
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33. CHILD RESTRAINTS
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE to resist the forces of a severe acci-
ț To clean the seat belt webbings, apply dent. The child could be crushed
a mild soap solution or any solution rec- between the adult and parts of the
ommended for cleaning upholstery or vehicle. Also, do not put the same
carpet. Then wipe with a cloth and allow seat belt around both your child and
the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not yourself.
allow the seat belts to retract until they ț Never install a rear facing child re-
are completely dry. straint in the front seat. An inflating
ț If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt supplemental air bag could seri-
guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat ously injure or kill your child. A rear
belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoul- facing child restraint must only be
der belt guide with a clean, dry cloth. used in the rear seat.
ARS1098 ț NISSAN recommends that the child
ț Periodically check to see that the seat
restraint be installed in the rear seat.
belt and the metal components, such PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE- According to accident statistics,
as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible STRAINTS children are safer when properly re-
wires and anchors, work properly. If loose
WARNING strained in the rear seat than in the
parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage
front seat.
on the webbing is found, the entire seat ț Infants and small children should
belt assembly should be replaced. always be placed in an appropriate ț An improperly installed child re-
child restraint while riding in the ve- straint could lead to serious injury or
hicle. Failure to use a child restraint death in an accident.
can result in serious injury or death.
ț Infants and small children should In general, child restraints are designed to
never be carried on your lap. It is not be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion
possible for even the strongest adult of a three-point type seat belt. In addition,
this vehicle is equipped with a universal
child restraint lower anchor system, referred
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34. to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether All U.S. states and provinces of Canada ț After attaching the child restraint,
for Children) system. Some child restraints require that infants and small children be test it before you place the child in it.
include two rigid or webbing-mounted at- restrained in an approved child restraint Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
tachments that can be connected to these at all times while the vehicle is being forward and check to see if the belt
lower anchors. For details, see the “LATCH operated. holds the restraint in place. If the
(Lower Anchors and Tether for Children) restraint is not secure, tighten the
system” later in this section. WARNING belt as necessary.
ț Improper use of a child restraint can
Child restraints for infants and small chil- ț For a front-facing child restraint, if
result in increased injuries for both
dren of various sizes are offered by several the seat position where it is installed
the infant or child and other occu-
manufacturers. When selecting any child has a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt,
pants in the vehicle.
restraint, keep the following points in mind: check to make sure the shoulder belt
ț Follow all of the child restraint does not go in front of the child’s
1) Choose only a restraint with a label cer- manufacturer’s instructions for in- face or neck. If it does, put the shoul-
tifying that it complies with Federal Motor stallation and use. When purchasing der belt behind the child restraint. If
Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Cana- a child restraint, be sure to select you must install a front-facing child
dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. one which will fit your child and restraint in the front seat, see “In-
2) Check the child restraint in your vehicle vehicle. It may not be possible to stallation on front passenger seat”
to be sure it is compatible with the vehi- properly install some types of child later in this section for details.
cle’s seat and seat belt system. Choose restraints in your vehicle.
ț When your child restraint is not in
a child restraint that meets the guidelines ț If the child restraint is not anchored use, keep it secured with a seat belt
of the Society of Automotive Engineers properly, the risk of a child being to prevent it from being thrown
recommended practice J1819 for child injured in a collision or a sudden around in case of a sudden stop or
restraint installation. stop greatly increases. accident.
3) If the child restraint is compatible with
your vehicle, place your child in the child ț Adjustable seatbacks should be po-
restraint and check the various adjust- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but
ments to be sure the child restraint is as upright as possible.
compatible with your child. Always follow
all of the recommended procedures.
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35. CAUTION
ț Remember that a child restraint left
in a closed vehicle can become very
hot. Check the seating surface and
buckles before placing your child in
the child restraint.
ț The three-point belt in your vehicle
is equipped with an automatic lock-
ing mode retractor which must be
used when installing a child re-
straint.
ț Failure to use the retractor’s locking
ARS1240 ARS1169
mode will result in the child restraint
not being properly secured. The re- INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the
straint could tip over or otherwise be child restraint and insert it into the buckle
unsecured and cause injury to the CENTER POSITION
until you hear and feel the latch engage.
child in a sudden stop or collision. Front facing Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-
When you install a child restraint in the rear facturer’s instructions for belt routing.
center seat, follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat as
illustrated. Always follow the restraint
manufacturer’s instructions.
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36. ARS1170 ARS1171 ARS1172
3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very 4. Before placing the child in the child re- Rear facing
tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt straint, use force to tilt the child restraint
adjustment. from side to side, and tug it forward to When you install a child restraint in the rear
make sure it is securely in place. center seat, follow these steps:
5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt 1. Position the child restraint on the seat as
again, or put the restraint in another seat. illustrated. Always follow the restraint
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use.
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37. ARS1173 ARS1174 ARS1175
2. Route the seat belt tongue through the 3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very 4. Before placing the child in the child re-
child restraint and insert it into the buckle tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt straint, use force to tilt the child restraint
until you hear and feel the latch engage. adjustment. from side to side, and tug it forward to
make sure it is securely in place.
Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-
facturer’s instructions for belt routing. 5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt
again, or put the restraint in another seat.
6. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use.
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38. INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT
OUTBOARD POSITIONS
Front facing
WARNING
ț The three-point belt in your vehicle
is equipped with an automatic lock-
ing mode retractor which must be
used when installing a child re-
straint.
ț Failure to use the retractor’s locking
mode will result in the child restraint ARS1176 ARS1177
not being properly secured. The seat
could tip over or otherwise be unse- When you install a child restraint in a rear 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the
cured and cause injury to the child in outboard seat, follow these steps: child restraint and insert it into the buckle
a sudden stop or collision. until you hear and feel the latch engage.
1. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufactur- Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-
er’s instructions. facturer’s instructions for belt routing.
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39. ARS1178 ARS1179 ARS1180
3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the 5. Before placing the child in the child re-
belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt shoulder belt to remove any slack in the straint, use force to tilt the child restraint
retractor is in the automatic locking mode belt. from side to side, and tug it forward to
(child restraint mode). It reverts back to make sure it is securely held in place.
emergency locking mode when the belt is
fully retracted. 6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-
matic locking mode by trying to pull more
belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull
any more belt webbing out of the retrac-
tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock-
ing mode.
7. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use.
If the seat belt is not locked, repeat
steps 3 through 6.
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40. After the child restraint is removed and the
seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic
locking mode (child restraint mode) is can-
celed.
Rear facing
WARNING
ț The three-point belt in your vehicle is
equipped with an automatic locking
mode retractor which must be used
when installing a child restraint.
ț Failure to use the retractor’s locking
mode will result in the child restraint ARS1181 ARS1182
not being properly secured. The seat
When you install a child restraint in a rear 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the
could tip over or otherwise be unse-
outboard seat, follow these steps: child restraint and insert it into the buckle
cured and cause injury to the child in
until you hear and feel the latch engage.
a sudden stop or collision. 1. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufactur- Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-
er’s instructions. facturer’s instructions for belt routing.
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41. ARS1183 ARS1184 ARS1185
3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the 4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the 5. Before placing the child in the child re-
belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt shoulder belt to remove any slack in the straint, use force to tilt the child restraint
retractor is in the automatic locking mode belt. from side to side, and tug it forward to
(child restraint mode). It reverts back to make sure it is securely held in place.
emergency locking mode when the belt is
fully retracted. 6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-
matic locking mode by trying to pull more
belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull
any more belt webbing out of the retrac-
tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock-
ing mode.
7. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use.
If the seat belt is not locked, repeat
steps 3 through 6.
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