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Welcome to the growing family of new NISSANowners. This vehicle
is delivered to you withconfidence. It was produced using the
latesttechniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you under-stand the operation
and maintenance of yourvehicle so that you may enjoy many miles
(kilome-ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through thismanual
before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information Bookletexplains details about
the warranties cov-ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Serviceand
Maintenance Guide explains detailsabout maintaining and servicing
your ve-hicle. Additionally, a separate CustomerCare/Lemon Law
Booklet (U.S. only) willexplain how to resolve any concerns youmay
have with your vehicle, as well asclarify your rights under your
states lemonlaw.
Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehiclebest. When you require
any service or have anyquestions, they will be glad to assist you
with theextensive resources available to them.
Before driving your vehicle please read this Own-ers Manual
carefully. This will ensure familiaritywith controls and
maintenance requirements, as-sisting you in the safe operation of
your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE-MINDERS FOR SAFETY!
Follow these important driving rules tohelp ensure a safe and
complete trip foryou and your passengers!
NEVER drive under the influence of al-cohol or drugs.
ALWAYS observe posted speed limitsand never drive too fast for
conditions.
ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-priate child restraint
systems. Preteenchildren should be seated in the rearseat.
ALWAYS provide information about theproper use of vehicle safety
features toall occupants of the vehicle.
ALWAYS review this owners manual forimportant safety
information.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.Modification could affect
itsperformance, safety or durability, andmay even violate
governmentalregulations. In addition, damage or per-formance
problems resulting frommodifications may not be covered un-der
NISSAN warranties.
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This manual includes information for all optionsavailable on
this model. Therefore, you may findsome information that does not
apply to yourvehicle.
All information, specifications and illustrations inthis manual
are those in effect at the time ofprinting. NISSAN reserves the
right to changespecifications or design without notice and with-out
obligation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUTTHIS MANUALYou will see various
symbols in this manual. Theyare used in the following ways:
WARNING
This is used to indicate the presence of ahazard that could
cause death or seriouspersonal injury. To avoid or reduce therisk,
the procedures must be followedprecisely.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of ahazard that could
cause minor or moder-ate personal injury or damage to your
ve-hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-cedures must be
followed carefully.
If you see this symbol, it means Do not do thisor Do not let
this happen.
If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra-tion, it
means the arrow points to the front of thevehicle.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to theseindicate
movement or action.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to thesecall
attention to an item in the illustration.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65WARNING
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle
components containor emit chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia
to cause cancer and birth de-fects or other reproductive harm. In
addi-tion, certain fluids contained in vehiclesand certain products
of component wearcontain or emit chemicals known to theState of
California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive
harm.
2003 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.GARDENA, CALIFORNIA
All rights reserved. No part of this OwnersManual may be
reproduced or stored in a retrievalsystem, or transmitted in any
form, or by anymeans, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying,recording or otherwise, without the prior
writtenpermission of Nissan North America, Inc., Gar-dena,
California.
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WHEN READING THE MANUAL
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Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication toproduce the
finest in safe, reliable and economicaltransportation. Your vehicle
is the product of a suc-cessful worldwide company that manufactures
carsand trucks in over 17 countries and distributes themin 170
nations.
NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufacturedby Nissan Motor
Co., Ltd. which was founded inTokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN
affiliates world-wide, collectively growing to become the fifth
largestautomaker in the world. In addition to cars andtrucks,
NISSAN also makes forklift trucks, marineengines, boats and other
diversified products.
NISSAN has made a substantial and growing in-vestment in North
America. NISSANs commitmentis over $6 billion dollars in capital
investments infacilities across the continent. Some of the
facilitiesinclude the Nissan Manufacturing facilities in Can-ton,
Mississippi and in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle
styling design at Nissan Design America, Inc. in SanDiego,
California, and engineering at Nissan Tech-nical Center North
America in Farmington Hills,Michigan. Additionally, NISSAN employs
more than21,000 people throughout the United States,Canada, and
Mexico. An additional 60,000 peoplework for the 1,250 NISSAN and
INFINITI dealersacross North America.
NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to theCanadian economy.
Nissan Canada Inc., its suppli-ers and over 150 dealers employ
approximately4,500 people. These include company employeesand the
staffs of NISSAN dealers all across Canada.In addition, many
Canadians work for companiesthat supply NISSAN and NISSAN dealers
with ma-terials and services ranging from the operation ofport
facilities and transportation services, to thesupply of lubricants,
parts and accessories.
NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and com-puters in
automobiles, and has led the industry inimproving both performance
and fuel efficiencythrough new engine designs and the use of
syn-thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The com-pany has
also developed ways to build quality into itsvehicles at each stage
of the production process,both through extensive use of automation
and most importantly through an awareness thatpeople are the
central element in quality control.
From the time the parts arrived from our suppliersuntil you took
delivery of your new NISSAN, dozensof checks were made to ensure
that only the best jobwas being done in producing and delivering
yourvehicle. NISSAN also takes great care to ensure thatwhen you
take your NISSAN to your dealer formaintenance, the service
technician will perform hiswork according to the quality standards
that havebeen established by NISSAN.
Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As youknow, seat
belts are an integral part of the safetysystems that will help
protect you and your passen-gers in the event of a sudden stop or
an accident.We urge you to use the seat belts every time youdrive
the vehicle.
The NISSAN story of growth and achievement re-flects our major
goal: to provide you, our customer,with a vehicle that is built
with quality and craftsman-ship a product that we can be proud to
build andyou can be proud to own.
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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF NISSAN
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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 areour 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 NISSANdealer cannot
assist you with or you would like toprovide NISSAN directly with
comments or ques-tions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer
AffairsDepartment using our toll-free number:
For U.S. mainland and Alaska
customers1-800-NISSAN-1(1-800-647-7261)
For Hawaii customers1-808-836-0888 (Oahu Number)
For Canadian customers1-800-387-0122
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for thefollowing
information:
Your name, address, and telephone number
Vehicle identification number (attached to thetop of the
instrument panel on the driversside)
Date of purchase
Current odometer reading
Your NISSAN dealers name
Your comments or questions
OR
You can write to NISSAN with the information at:
For U.S. mainland and Alaska customersNissan North America,
Inc.Consumer Affairs DepartmentP.O. Box 191Gardena, California
90248-0191
For Hawaii customersNissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii2880
Kilihau St.Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
For Canadian customersNissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor
DriveMississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a
quality NISSAN vehicle.
NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
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Table ofContents
Illustrated table of contents
SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental air bags
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio 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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0 Illustrated table of contents
Airbags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 0-2Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . .
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0-4Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 0-6Engine compartment locations . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8Warning/indicator lights . . . . .
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1. Supplemental front impact air bags(P. 1-9)
2. Supplemental curtain side-impact airbag (P. 1-9)
3. Supplemental side impact air bag(P. 1-9)
4. Seat belt pretensioners (P. 1-20)5. Front seat belts (P.
1-23)6. Rear seat belts (P. 1-23)7. Top tether strap anchor (P.
1-39)8. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) (P. 1-38)9. Seats (P. 1-2)10. Front head restraint (P.
1-8, P. 1-9)11. Rear head restraint (P. 1-8)See the page number
indicated in paren-theses for operating details.
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AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILDRESTRAINTS
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1. Engine hood (P. 3-10)2. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P. 2-19)3. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30)4. Windshield wiper and
washer switch
(P. 2-17)5. Windshield (P. 8-21)6. Sunroof (P. 2-36)7. Power
windows (P. 2-34)8. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P. 3-3, 3-5,
3-2)9. Mirrors (P. 3-17)10. Tire pressure (P. 9-11)11. Flat tire
(P. 6-2)12. Tire chains (P. 8-39)13. Cornering light (P. 2-19)14.
Fog light switch (P. 2-19)15. Tie down/towing hooks (P. 6-11)See
the page number indicated in paren-theses for operating
details.
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EXTERIOR FRONT
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1. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-18)2. Rear sun shade (P.
2-38)3. Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-12)4. Trunk lid (P.
3-10)5. Vehicle loading (P. 9-12)6. Tie-down/towing hook (P.
6-12)7. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30)8. Fuel filler cap, fuel
recommendation
(P. 3-13, P. 9-3)9. Fuel filler lid (P. 3-13)10. Child safety
locks (P. 3-5)See the page number indicated in paren-theses for
operating details.
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EXTERIOR REAR
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1. Automatic anti-glare inside mirror(P. 3-17)
2. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P. 2-39,P. 2-19)
3. Sun visors (P. 3-16)4. Glove box (P. 2-31)5. Sunroof (P.
2-36)6. Front seat (P. 1-2)7. Rear console (P. 2-32)8. Rear seat
(P. 1-6)9. Rear cup holders (P. 2-29)10. Front console (P. 2-31)11.
Front cup holders (P. 2-29)12. Park brake, parking on hills (P.
5-12,
P. 5-16)13. HomeLinkT (P. 2-42)See the page number indicated in
paren-theses for operating details.
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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1. Headlight and turn signal switch(P. 2-19)
2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3)3. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P.
2-17)4. Driver side, center and passenger side
ventilators (P. 4-14)5. Security indicator light (P. 2-14)6.
Display screen/Navigation system*
(P. 4-2, P. 4-7)7. Audio system controls (P. 4-19)8. Climate
controls (P. 4-16)9. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-9)10. Glove box (P. 2-31)11. Hazard warning flasher
switch
(P. 2-23)12. Cruise control main/set switches
(P. 2-23)13. Driver supplemental air bag/horn
(P. 1-9, P. 2-24)14. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls
(P. 3-14)15. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(P. 4-31)16. Heated steering wheel switch (P. 2-25)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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17. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) offswitch (if so equipped) or
Traction con-trol system (TCS) off switch (if soequipped) (P. 2-26,
P. 2-26)
18. Outside mirror controls (P. 3-17)19. Instrument brightness
control (P. 2-22)20. Heated seat switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-24)21. Rear sunshade switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-38)*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-ers
Manual (if so equipped).
See the page number indicated in paren-theses for operating
details.
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)2. Engine oil filler
cap (P. 8-8)3. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)4. Clutch fluid
reservoir (M/T model)
(P. 8-14)5. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)6. Battery (P. 8-15)7.
Fuse/fusible link box (P. 8-23)8. Transmission dipstick (A/T
models)
(P. 8-11)9. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8)10. Radiator cap (P.
8-7)11. Fuse block (P. 8-23)12. Windshield washer fluid
reservoir
(P. 8-14)13. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7)See the page
number indicated in paren-theses for operating details.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT LOCATIONS
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Warninglight
Name Page
or
Anti-lock brakewarning light
2-9
Automatictransmissioncheck warninglight (if soequipped)
2-10
or
Brake warninglight
2-10
Charge warninglight
2-10
Door openwarning light
2-10
Warninglight
Name Page
Engine oil pres-sure light
2-10
Low fuel warn-ing light
2-11
Low windshieldwasher fluidwarning light
2-11
Seat belt warn-ing light andchime
2-11
Supplementalair bag warninglight
2-11
Trunk lid openwarning light
2-11
Indicatorlight
Name Page
Automatictransmissionposition indica-tor light (A/Tmodels)
2-12
CRUISE mainswitch indicatorlight
2-12
Cruise SETswitch indicatorlight
2-12
High beam in-dicator light(blue)
2-12
Malfunctionindicator lamp(MIL)
2-12
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
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Indicatorlight
Name Page
Slip indicatorlight (if soequipped)
2-13
Traction controlsystem off indi-cator light (ifso equipped)
2-13
Turnsignal/hazardindicator lights
2-13
Vehicle dynam-ics control offindicator light(if so equipped)
2-13
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1 SafetySeats, seat belts andsupplemental air bags
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Front manual seat adjustment
passengerside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Front power seat adjustment (for
driversseat and if so equipped for passengersseat) . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4Folding rear seat (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . 1-6Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . 1-8Active head restraint (front seats). . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 1-9
Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . 1-9Precautions on supplemental restraintsystem . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. 1-9Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-21Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-21
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . .1-23
Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. 1-23Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . .1-25Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-26Injured persons. . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-26Three-point type
seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1-27Seat belt
extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.1-30Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . 1-30
Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . .1-31Precautions on child restraints . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31Installation on rear seat center
(5-passengermodels only) or outboard positions . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 1-33LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren) system .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-38Top
tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-39Installation on front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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WARNING
Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined.
This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your
body. In an accident,you could be thrown into it and receiveneck or
other serious injuries. Youcould also slide under the lap belt
andreceive serious internal injuries.
For the most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion,
the seat shouldbe upright. Always sit well back in theseat and
adjust the seat properly. SeePrecautions on Seat Belt Usage laterin
this section.
FRONT MANUAL SEATADJUSTMENT PASSENGER SIDE
WARNING
Do not adjust the drivers seat whiledriving so full attention
may be given tovehicle operation. The seat may movesuddenly and
could cause loss of con-trol of the vehicle.
After adjustment, gently rock in the seatto make sure it is
securely locked.
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Forward and backwardPull the lever up and hold it while you
slide theseat 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 leanback. To
bring the seatback forward, pull the leverup and lean your body
forward. Release the leverto lock the seatback in position.
The reclining feature allows adjustment of theseatback for
occupants of different sizes to helpobtain proper seat belt fit
(see Precautions onseat belt usage later in this section). Also,
theseatback can be reclined to allow occupants torest when the
vehicle is stopped.
WARNING
After adjustment, gently rock in the seat tomake sure it is
securely locked.
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FRONT POWER SEATADJUSTMENT (for drivers seat and ifso equipped
for passengers seat)
WARNING
Do not adjust the drivers seat whiledriving so full attention
may be given tovehicle operation. The seat may movesuddenly and
could cause loss of con-trol of the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended insidethe vehicle. They could
unknowingly ac-tivate switches or controls. Unattendedchildren
could become involved in seri-ous accidents.
Operating tips The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motorstops during operation,
wait 30 seconds,then reactivate the switch.
Do not operate the power seat switch for along period of time
when the engine is off.This will discharge the battery.
See Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped)in Pre-driving
checks and adjustments for auto-matic drive positioner
operation.
Forward and backwardMoving the switch forward or backward will
slidethe seat forward or backward to the desiredposition.
RecliningMove the recline switch backward until the de-sired
angle is obtained. To bring the seatbackforward again, move the
switch forward andmove your body forward. The seatback will
moveforward.
The reclining feature allows adjustment of theseatback for
occupants of different sizes to helpobtain proper seat belt fit
(see Precautions onseat belt usage later in this section). Also,
theseatback can be reclined to allow occupants torest when the
vehicle is stopped.
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Seat lifter (drivers seat)Push the front or rear end of the
switch up ordown to adjust the angle and height of the
seatcushion.
Lumbar support (drivers seat)The lumbar support feature provides
lower backsupport to the driver. Move the lever up or down(manual)
or move the switch forward or backward(power) to adjust the seat
lumbar area.
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FOLDING REAR SEAT (if soequipped)
Interior trunk access
For models without rear center console, the trunkcan be accessed
from the passenger side of therear seat for loading and unloading,
as shown.
s1 Push down on the button on the rear parcelshelf.
s2 Fold down the passenger side seatback.
WARNING
Never allow anyone to ride in the cargoarea or on the rear seat
when it is in thefold-down position. Use of these areasby
passengers without proper restraintscould result in serious injury
in an acci-dent or sudden stop.
The 4-passenger model has seating andseat belts for 4 occupants,
2 in the frontseats and 2 in the rear seats. Never usethe rear
console as a seating position orfor a child restraint.
Properly secure all cargo with ropes orstraps to help prevent it
from sliding orshifting. Do not place cargo higher thanthe
seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col-lision, unsecured cargo could
causepersonal injury.
When returning the seatbacks to theupright position, be certain
they arecompletely secured in the latched posi-tion. If they are
not completely secured,passengers may be injured in an acci-dent or
sudden stop.
Closely supervise children when theyare around cars to prevent
them fromplaying and becoming locked in thetrunk where they could
be seriously in-jured. Keep the car locked, with the rearseatback
and trunk lid securely latchedwhen not in use, and prevent
childrensaccess to car keys.
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To fold down the driver side of the rear seat, reachthrough the
opening and pull on the strap s1located behind the seat.
The rear seats can be locked using the masterkey to prevent
unauthorized access. The valet keycannot be used to lock or unlock
the releasebutton.
For models with rear center console, the trunkcan be accessed
through the access panel be-tween the rear seats.
The panel can be locked using the master key toprevent
unauthorized access. The valet key can-not be used to lock or
unlock the access panel.For more information on keys, refer to Keys
inthe Pre-driving checks and adjustments sectionof this manual.
Center armrestPull the armrest forward until it is
horizontal.
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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT
To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower,push and hold
the lock knob and push the headrestraint down.
To adjust the head restraint forward or backward(Type A only),
push it in the direction required.
WARNING
Head restraints should be adjusted prop-erly as they may provide
significant pro-tection against injury in an accident. Donot remove
them. Check the adjustmentafter someone else uses the seat.
Adjust the head restraint so the center is levelwith the center
of your ears.
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ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (frontseats)
WARNING
Always adjust the head restraints prop-erly as specified in the
previous section.Failure to do so can reduce the effec-tiveness of
the active head restraint.
Active head restraints are designed tosupplement other safety
systems. Al-ways wear seat belts. No system canprevent all injuries
in any accident.
Do not attach anything to the head re-straint stalks. Doing so
could impairactive head restraint function.
The head restraint moves forward utilizing theforce that the
seatback receives from the occu-pant in a rear-end collision. The
movement of thehead restraint helps support the occupants headby
reducing its backward movement and helpingabsorb some of the forces
that may lead to whip-lash type injuries.
Active head restraints are effective for collisionsat low to
medium speeds in which it is said thatwhiplash injury occurs
most.
Active head restraints operate only in certainrear-end
collisions. After the collision, the headrestraints return to their
original positions.
Properly adjust the active head restraints as de-scribed earlier
in this section.
PRECAUTIONS ONSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM
This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec-tion contains
important information concerningthe driver and passenger
supplemental front airbags, supplemental side air bags, curtain
side-impact air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts.
Supplemental front impact air bag system:This system can help
cushion the impact force tothe head and chest of the driver and
front pas-senger in certain frontal collisions.
Supplemental side-impact air bag system:This system can help
cushion the impact force tothe chest area of the driver and front
passenger incertain side impact collisions. The supplementalside
air bag is designed to inflate on the sidewhere the vehicle is
impacted.
Supplemental curtain side-impact air bagsystem: This system can
help cushion the im-pact force to the head of occupants in front
andrear outboard seating positions in certain sideimpact
collisions. The curtain side-impact airbags are designed to inflate
on the side wherethe vehicle is impacted.
These supplemental restraint systems are de-signed to supplement
the crash protection pro-vided by the driver and front passenger
seat belts
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and are not a substitute for them. Seat beltsshould always be
correctly worn and the occu-pant seated a suitable distance away
from thesteering wheel, instrument panel and door finish-ers. (See
Seat belts later in this section forinstructions and precautions on
seat belt usage.)
The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch
is in the ON orSTART position.
After turning the ignition key to the ONposition, the
supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates. The supplemental air
bagwarning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the system
is operational.
WARNING
The supplemental front air bags ordi-narily will not inflate in
the event of aside impact, rear impact, rollover, orlower severity
frontal collision. Alwayswear your seat belts to help reduce
therisk or severity of injury in various kindsof accidents.
The seat belts and the supplementalfront air bags are most
effective whenyou are sitting well back and upright inthe seat. The
front air bags inflate withgreat force. If you are
unrestrained,leaning forward, sitting sideways or outof position in
any way, you are atgreater risk of injury or death in a crash.You
may also receive serious or fatalinjuries from the supplemental
front airbag if you are up against it when itinflates. Always sit
back against theseatback and as far away as practicalfrom the
steering wheel or instrumentpanel. Always use the seat belts.
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The driver and front passenger seat beltbuckles are equipped
with sensors thatdetect if the seat belts are fastened. Theair bag
system monitors the severity ofa collision and then inflates the
air bagsbased on belt usage. Failure to properlywear seat belts can
increase the risk orseverity of injury in an accident.
Keep hands on the outside of the steer-ing wheel. Placing them
inside thesteering wheel rim could increase therisk that they are
injured when thesupplemental front air bag inflates.
WARNING
Never let children ride unrestrained orextend their hands or
face out of thewindow. Do not attempt to hold them inyour lap or
arms. Some examples ofdangerous riding positions are shownin the
illustrations.
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WARNING
Children may be severely injured orkilled when the supplemental
front airbags, side air bags or curtain side-impact air bags
inflate if they are notproperly restrained. Pre-teens and chil-dren
should be properly restrained inthe rear seat, if possible.
Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat.
An inflatingsupplemental front air bag could seri-ously injure or
kill your child. See Childrestraints later in this section
fordetails.
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WARNING
Supplemental side air bag and curtainside-impact air bag:
The supplemental side air bag and cur-tain side-impact air bag
ordinarily willnot inflate in the event of a frontal im-pact, rear
impact, rollover or lower se-verity side collision. Always wear
yourseat belts to help reduce the risk orseverity of injury in
various kinds ofaccidents.
WARNING
The seat belts, the supplemental sideair bags and curtain
side-impact airbags are most effective when you aresitting well
back and upright in the seat.The side air bag and curtain
side-impactair bag inflate with great force. Do notallow anyone to
place their hand, leg orface near the side air bag on the side
ofthe seatback of the front seat or nearthe side roof rails. Do not
allow anyonesitting in the front seats or rear out-board seats to
extend their hand out ofthe window or lean against the door.Some
examples of dangerous ridingpositions are shown in the
previousillustrations.
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WARNING
When sitting in the rear seat, do nothold onto the seatback of
the front seat.If the side air bag inflates, you may beseriously
injured. Be especially carefulwith children, who should always
beproperly restrained. Some examples ofdangerous riding positions
are shownin the illustrations.
Do not use seat covers on the frontseatbacks. They may interfere
withsupplemental side air bag inflation.
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1. SRS curtain side-impact air bag (right)2. Supplemental side
air bag modules3. SRS curtain side-impact air bag mod-
ule4. Satellite sensors5. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractor
6. Diagnosis sensor unit7. Supplemental front air bag modules8.
Crash zone sensor9. SRS curtain side-impact air bag (left)10. Seat
belt buckle switches
Supplemental front air bag system
The driver supplemental front air bag is located inthe center of
the steering wheel. The passengersupplemental front air bag is
mounted in theinstrument panel above the glove box.
These systems are designed to meet optionalcertification
requirements under U.S. regulations.They are also permitted in
Canada. The optionalcertification allows the front air bags to be
de-signed to inflate somewhat less forcefully thanpreviously.
However, all of the information,cautions and warnings in this
manual stillapply and must be followed.
The supplemental front air bag system is de-signed to inflate in
higher severity frontal colli-sions, although it may inflate if the
forces in an-other type of collision are similar to those of
ahigher severity frontal impact. It may not inflate incertain
frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lackof it) is not always an
indication of proper supple-mental front air bag system
operation.
The supplemental air bag system has dual stageinflators for both
the driver and passenger airbags. The system monitors information
from thecrash zone sensor, the diagnosis sensor unit andseat belt
buckle sensors that detect if the seatbelts are fastened. Inflator
operation is based onthe severity of a collision and whether the
seatbelts are being used. Only one front air bag may
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inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severityand whether
the front occupants are belted orunbelted. This does not indicate
improper perfor-mance of the system. If you have any questionsabout
the performance of your air bag system,please contact your NISSAN
dealer.
When the supplemental front air bag inflates, afairly loud noise
may be heard, followed by therelease of smoke. This smoke is not
harmful anddoes not indicate a fire. Care should be taken tonot
inhale it, as it may cause irritation and chok-ing. Those with a
history of a breathing conditionshould get fresh air promptly.
Supplemental front air bags, along with the use ofseat belts,
help to cushion the impact force onthe face and chest of the front
occupants. Theycan help save lives and reduce serious
injuries.However, an inflating front air bag may causefacial
abrasions or other injuries. Front air bagsdo not provide restraint
to the lower body.
Seat belts should be correctly worn and thedriver and passenger
seated upright as far aspractical away from the steering wheel or
instru-ment panel. The supplemental front air bags in-flate quickly
in order to help protect the frontoccupants. Because of this, the
force of the frontair bag inflating can increase the risk of injury
ifthe occupant is too close to, or is against, thefront air bag
module during inflation.
The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision.
The supplemental front air bags operateonly when the ignition
switch is in the ONor START position.
After turning the ignition key to the ONposition, the
supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates. The supplemental air
bagwarning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the system
is operational.
WARNING
Do not place any objects on the steer-ing wheel pad or on the
instrumentpanel. Also, do not place any objectsbetween any occupant
and the steeringwheel or instrument panel. Such ob-jects may become
dangerous projec-tiles and cause injury if the supplemen-tal front
air bag inflates.
Immediately after inflation, severalfront air bag system
components will behot. Do not touch them; you may se-verely burn
yourself.
No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or
wiring ofthe supplemental air bag system. This isto prevent
accidental inflation of thesupplemental air bag or damage to
thesupplemental air bag system.
Do not make unauthorized changes toyour vehicles electrical
system, sus-pension system or front end structure.This could affect
proper operation ofthe supplemental front air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental frontair bag system may result
in seriouspersonal injury. Tampering includeschanges to the
steering wheel and theinstrument panel assembly by placingmaterial
over the steering wheel padand above the instrument panel or
byinstalling additional trim materialaround the air bag system.
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Work on and around the supplementalfront air bag system should
be done bya NISSAN dealer. Installation of electri-cal equipment
should also be done by aNISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Re-straint
System (SRS) wiring should notbe modified or disconnected.
Unautho-rized electrical test equipment andprobing devices should
not be used onthe air bag system.
A cracked windshield should be re-placed immediately by a
qualified re-pair facility. A cracked windshield couldaffect
inflation of the supplemental airbag system.
The SRS wiring harness connectors areyellow and orange for
easyidentification.
When selling your vehicle, we request that youinform the buyer
about the supplemental front airbag system and guide the buyer to
the appropri-ate sections in this Owners Manual.
Supplemental side-impact air bag andcurtain side-impact air bags
systemThe supplemental side-impact air bags are lo-cated in the
outside of the seatback of the frontseats. The supplemental curtain
side-impact airbags are located in the side roof rails.
Thesesystems are designed to meet voluntary guide-lines to help
reduce the risk of injury to out-of-position occupants. However,
all of the infor-mation, cautions and warnings in thismanual still
apply and must be followed.The supplemental side air bags and
curtain side-impact air bags are designed to inflate in
higherseverity side collisions, although they may inflateif the
forces in another type of collision are similar
to those of a higher severity side impact. They aredesigned to
inflate on the side where the vehicleis impacted. They may not
inflate in certain sidecollisions.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always anindication of
proper supplemental side air bagand curtain side-impact air bag
operation.
When the supplemental side air bag and curtainside-impact air
bag inflate, a fairly loud noise maybe heard, followed by release
of smoke. Thissmoke is not harmful and does not indicate a
fire.Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it maycause
irritation and choking. Those with a historyof a breathing
condition should get fresh airpromptly.
Supplemental side air bags, along with the use ofseat belts,
help to cushion the impact force onthe chest of the front
occupants. Curtain side-impact air bags help to cushion the impact
forceto the head of occupants in the front and rearoutboard seating
positions. They can help savelives and reduce serious injuries.
However, aninflating side air bag and curtain side-impact airbag
may cause abrasions or other injuries.Supplemental side air bags
and curtain side-impact air bags do not provide restraint to
thelower body.
The seat belts should be correctly worn and thedriver and
passenger seated upright as far as
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practical away from the supplemental side airbag. Rear seat
passengers should be seated asfar away as practical from the door
finishers andside roof rails. The side air bags and
curtainside-impact air bag inflate quickly in order to helpprotect
the front occupants. Because of this, theforce of the side air bag
and curtain side-impactair bag inflating can increase the risk of
injury ifthe occupant is too close to, or is against, theseair bag
modules during inflation. The side air bagand curtain side-impact
air bag will deflatequickly after the collision is over.
The supplemental side air bags and curtainside-impact air bags
operate only when theignition switch is in the ON or START
posi-tions.
After turning the ignition key to the ONposition, the
supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates. The supplemental air
bagwarning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the system
is operational.
WARNING
Do not place any objects near the seat-back of the front seats.
Also, do notplace any objects (an umbrella, bag,etc.) between the
front door finisherand the front seat. Such objects maybecome
dangerous projectiles andcause injury if the supplemental side
airbag inflates.
Right after inflation, several side air bagand curtain
side-impact air bag systemcomponents will be hot. Do not touchthem;
you may severely burn yourself.
No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or
wiring ofthe side air bag and curtain side-impactair bag system.
This is to prevent acci-dental inflation of the side air bag
andcurtain side-impact air bag or damageto the side air bag and
curtain side-impact air bag system.
Do not make unauthorized changes toyour vehicles electrical
system, sus-pension system or side panel. Thiscould affect proper
operation of thesupplemental side air bag and curtainside-impact
air bag system.
Tampering with the supplemental sideair bag system may result in
seriouspersonal injury. For example, do notchange the front seats
by placing mate-rial near the seatback or by installingadditional
trim material, such as seatcovers, around the side air bag.
Work around and on the side air bagand curtain side-impact air
bag systemshould be done by a NISSAN dealer.Installation of
electrical equipmentshould also be done by a NISSANdealer. The SRS
wiring harnesses*should not be modified or discon-nected.
Unauthorized electrical testequipment and probing devices shouldnot
be used on the side air bag system.
* The SRS wiring harness connectors areyellow and orange for
easy identification.
When selling your vehicle, we request that youinform the buyer
about the supplemental side airbag and curtain side-impact air bag
system andguide the buyer to the appropriate sections in thisOwners
Manual.
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Pre-tensioner seat belt system (Forfront seats)
WARNING
The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot bereused after activation. It
must be re-placed together with the retractor andbuckle as a
unit.
If the vehicle becomes involved in afrontal collision but the
pre-tensioner isnot activated, be sure to have the pre-tensioner
system checked and, if nec-essary, replaced by your
NISSANdealer.
No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or
wiring ofthe pre-tensioner seat belt system. Thisis to prevent
accidental activation ofthe pre-tensioner seat belt or damageto the
pre-tensioner seat belt operation.Tampering with the pre-tensioner
seatbelt system may result in serious per-sonal injury.
Work around and on the pre-tensionersystem should be done by a
NISSANdealer. Installation of electrical equip-ment should also be
done by a NISSANdealer. Unauthorized electrical testequipment and
probing devices shouldnot be used on the pre-tensioner seatbelt
system.
If you need to dispose of the pre-tensioner or scrap the
vehicle, contact aNISSAN dealer. Correct pre-tensionerdisposal
procedures are set forth in theappropriate NISSAN Service
Manual.Incorrect disposal procedures couldcause personal
injury.
The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt systemactivates in
conjunction with the supplemental airbag systems. Working with the
seat belt retrac-tor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the
vehiclebecomes involved in certain types of collisions,helping to
restrain front seat occupants.
The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat beltsretractor. These
seat belts are used the same asconventional seat belts.
When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates,smoke is released and
a loud noise may be heard.This smoke is not harmful and does not
indicate afire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it
may
cause irritation and choking. Those with a historyof a breathing
condition should get fresh airpromptly.
If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensionersystem, the
supplemental air bag warninglight will not come on, will flash
intermit-tently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain onafter
the ignition key has been turned to the ON orSTART position. In
this case, the pre-tensionerseat belt may not function properly.
They must bechecked and repaired. Take your vehicle to thenearest
NISSAN dealer.
When selling your vehicle, we request that youinform the buyer
about the pre-tensioner seat beltsystem and guide the buyer to the
appropriatesections in this Owners Manual.
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1. SRS Air Bag Warning Labels (locatedon the sun visors)
2. SRS Side Air Bag Warning Labels (lo-cated on the door
pillar)
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LABELSWarning labels about the
supplemental front airbag, supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag systems are placed in the vehicleas shown in
the illustration.
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LIGHT
The supplemental air bag warning light,displaying in the
instrument panel, moni-tors the circuits of the supplemental front
air bag,supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
and pre-tensioner seat belt sys-tems. The circuits monitored by the
supplementalair bag warning light are the diagnosis sensorunit,
crash zone sensor, satellite sensors, front airbag modules, side
air bag modules, curtain side-impact air bag modules, pre-tensioner
seat beltsand all related wiring.
When the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the
supplemental air bag warning lightilluminates for about 7 seconds
and then turnsoff. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental front
air bag, supplemental side airbag and curtain side-impact air bag
and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing:
The supplemental air bag warning light re-mains on after
approximately 7 seconds.
The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes
intermittently.
The supplemental air bag warning light doesnot come on at
all.
Under these conditions, the supplemental frontair bag,
supplemental side air bags and curtainside-impact air bag or
pre-tensioner seat beltsystems may not operate properly. It must
bechecked and repaired. Take your vehicle to thenearest NISSAN
dealer.
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WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean
that the supplementalfront air bag, supplemental side air
bag,curtain side-impact air bag systemsand/or pre-tensioner seat
belt systemswill not operate in an accident.
Repair and replacement procedure
The supplemental front air bags, supplementalside air bags,
curtain side-impact air bags andpre-tensioner seat belts are
designed to inflateon a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless
itis damaged, the supplemental air bag warninglight remains
illuminated after inflation has oc-curred. Repair and replacement
of these supple-mental air bag systems should be done only by
aNISSAN dealer.
When maintenance work is required on the ve-hicle, the
supplemental front air bags, supple-mental side air bags, curtain
side-impact airbags, pre-tensioner seat belts and related
partsshould be pointed out to the person performingthe maintenance.
The ignition key should alwaysbe in the LOCK position when working
under thehood or inside the vehicle.
WARNING
Once a supplemental front air bag,supplemental side air bag or
curtainside-impact air bag has inflated, the airbag module will not
function again andmust be replaced. Additionally, if any ofthe
supplemental front air bags inflate,the activated pre-tensioner
seat beltsmust also be replaced. The air bag mod-ule and
pre-tensioner seat belt systemshould be replaced by a NISSAN
dealer.The air bag module and pre-tensionerseat belt system cannot
be repaired.
The supplemental front air bag, side airbag and curtain
side-impact air bag sys-tems, and the pre-tensioner seat beltsystem
should be inspected by aNISSAN dealer if there is any damage tothe
front end or side portion of thevehicle.
If you need to dispose of the supple-mental air bag,
pre-tensioner seat beltsystem or scrap the vehicle, contact aNISSAN
dealer. Correct supplementalair bag and pre-tensioner seat belt
sys-tem disposal procedures are set forth inthe appropriate NISSAN
ServiceManual. Incorrect disposal procedurescould cause personal
injury.
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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt
properly ad-justed and you are sitting upright and well back inyour
seat, your chances of being injured or killedin an accident and/or
the severity of injury may begreatly reduced. NISSAN strongly
encouragesyou and all of your passengers to buckle up everytime you
drive, even if your seating position in-cludes a supplemental air
bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provincesor territories specify
that seat belts be wornat all times when a vehicle is being
driven.
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WARNING
Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should use a
seat belt at alltimes. Children should be properly re-strained in
the rear seat and, if appro-priate, in a child restraint.
WARNING
The seat belt should be properly ad-justed to a snug fit.
Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the entirerestraint
system and increase thechance or severity of injury in an
acci-dent. Serious injury or death can occurif the seat belt is not
worn properly.
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WARNING
Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across your
chest.Never run the belt behind your back,under your arm or across
your neck. Thebelt should be away from your face andneck, but not
falling off your shoulder.
Position the lap belt as low and snug aspossible AROUND THE
HIPS, NOT THEWAIST. A lap belt worn too high couldincrease the risk
of internal injuries inan accident.
Be sure the seat belt tongue is securelyfastened to the proper
buckle.
Do not wear the seat belt inside out ortwisted. Doing so may
reduce itseffectiveness.
Do not allow more than one person touse the same seat belt.
Never carry more people in the vehiclethan there are seat
belts.
The 4-passenger model has seating andseat belts for 4 occupants,
2 in the frontseats and 2 in the rear seats.
If the seat belt warning light glows con-tinuously while the
ignition is turnedON with all doors closed and all seatbelts
fastened, it may indicate a mal-function in the system. Have the
systemchecked by a NISSAN dealer.
Once the pre-tensioner seat belt hasactivated, it cannot be
reused and mustbe replaced together with the retractor.See your
NISSAN dealer.
Removal and installation of the pre-tensioner seat belt system
componentsshould be done by a NISSAN dealer.
All seat belt assemblies, including re-tractors and attaching
hardware,should be inspected after any collisionby a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN recom-mends that all seat belt assemblies inuse during a
collision be replaced un-less the collision was minor and thebelts
show no damage and continue tooperate properly. Seat belt
assembliesnot in use during a collision should alsobe inspected and
replaced if eitherdamage or improper operation is noted.
All child restraints and attaching hard-ware should be inspected
after any col-lision. Always follow the restraintmanufacturers
inspection instructionsand replacement recommendations.The child
restraints should be replacedif they are damaged.
CHILD SAFETY
Children need adults to help protect them.They need to be
properly restrained.
The proper restraint depends on the childs size.Generally,
infants up to about 1 year and lessthan 20 pounds (9 kg) should be
placed in rearfacing child restraints. Front facing child
re-straints are available for children who outgrowrear facing child
restraints.
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WARNING
Infants and children need special protec-tion. The vehicles seat
belts may not fitthem properly. The shoulder belt maycome too close
to the face or neck. Thelap belt may not fit over their small
hipbones. In an accident, an improperly fit-ting seat belt could
cause serious or fatalinjury. Always use appropriate
childrestraints.
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or terri-tories require
the use of approved child restraintsfor infants and small children.
See Child Re-straints later in this section.
In addition, there are many types of child re-straints available
for larger children which shouldbe used for maximum protection.
NISSAN recommends that all pre-teensand children be restrained
in the rear seat.According to accident statistics, childrenare
safer when properly restrained in therear seat than in the front
seat. This isespecially important because your vehiclehas a
supplemental restraint system (Airbag system) for the front
passenger. SeeSupplemental restraint system earlier inthis
section.
Infants and small children
NISSAN recommends that infants and small chil-dren be placed in
child restraints that comply withFederal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards or Ca-nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Youshould
choose a child restraint that fits your ve-hicle and always follow
the manufacturers in-structions for installation and use.
Larger children
Children who are too large for child restraintsshould be seated
and restrained by the seat beltswhich are provided.
If the childs seating position has a shoulder beltthat fits
close to the face or neck, the use of abooster seat (commercially
available) may helpovercome this. The booster seat should raise
thechild so that the shoulder belt is properly posi-tioned across
the top, middle portion of theshoulder and the lap belt is low on
the hips. Thebooster seat should fit the vehicle seat and havea
label certifying that it complies with FederalMotor Vehicle Safety
Standards or Canadian Mo-tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the
child hasgrown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or nearthe face
and neck, use the shoulder belt withoutthe booster seat.
WARNING
Never let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a
child in the cargoareas while the vehicle is moving. Thechild could
be seriously injured or killed inan accident or sudden stop.
PREGNANT WOMEN
NISSAN recommends that pregnant women useseat belts. The seat
belt should be worn snug,and always position the lap belt as low as
pos-sible around the hips, not the waist. Place theshoulder belt
over your shoulder and across yourchest. Never run the lap/shoulder
belt over yourabdominal area. Contact your doctor for
specificrecommendations.
INJURED PERSONS
NISSAN recommends that injured persons useseat belts. Check with
your doctor for specificrecommendations.
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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITH RETRACTOR
WARNING
Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should use a
seat belt at alltimes.
Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined.
This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your
body. In an accident,you could be thrown into it and receiveneck or
other serious injuries. Youcould also slide under the lap belt
andreceive serious internal injuries.
For the most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion,
the seat shouldbe upright. Always sit well back in theseat and
adjust the seat belt properly.
Fastening the seat belts
s1 Adjust the seat. See Seats earlier in thissection.
s2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractorand insert the
tongue into the buckle untilyou hear and feel the latch engage.
The retractor is designed to lock during asudden stop or on
impact. A slow pullingmotion permits the seat belt to move,
andallows you some freedom of movement inthe seat.
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s3 Position the lap belt portion low and snugon the hips as
shown.
s4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward theretractor to take up
extra slack. Be sure theshoulder belt is routed over your
shoulderand across your chest.
The front passenger seat belt and the rear three-point seat
belts have a cinching mechanism forchild restraint installation. It
is referred to as theautomatic locking mode.
When automatic locking mode is activated theseat belt cannot be
withdrawn again until the seatbelt tongue is detached from the
buckle and fullyretracted. Once retracted, the seat belt is in
the
emergency locking mode. See Child restraintslater in this
section for more information.
The automatic locking mode should beused only for child
restraint installation.During normal seat belt use by a passen-ger,
the locking mode should not be acti-vated. If it is activated it
may cause uncom-fortable seat belt tension.
WARNING
When fastening the seat belts, be certainthat the seatbacks are
completely se-cured in the latched position. If they arenot
completely secured, passengers maybe injured in an accident or
sudden stop. Unfastening the seat belts
s1 To unfasten the seat belt, press the button onthe buckle. The
seat belt automatically re-tracts.
Checking seat belt operationSeat belt retractors are designed to
lock seat beltmovement by two separate methods:
When the seat belt is pulled quickly from theretractor.
When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
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To increase your confidence in the seat belts,check the
operation as follows.
Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forwardquickly. The retractor
should lock and re-strict further belt movement.
If the retractor does not lock during this check orif you have
any questions about seat belt opera-tion, see a NISSAN dealer.
Center of rear seatSelecting correct set of seat belts:
The center seat belt buckle is identified by theCENTER mark. The
center seat belt tongue canbe fastened only into the center seat
belt buckle.
Shoulder belt height adjustment (Forfront seats)
The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad-justed to the
position best for you. (See Precau-tions on seat belt usage earlier
in this section.)To adjust, pull out the adjustment button s1
andmove the shoulder belt anchor to the desiredposition s2 , so the
belt passes over the center ofthe shoulder. The belt should be away
from yourface and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.Release
the adjustment button to lock the shoul-der belt anchor into
position.
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WARNING
After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and try to move
the shoul-der belt anchor up and down to makesure it is securely
fixed in position.
The shoulder belt anchor height shouldbe adjusted to the
position best for you.Failure to do so may reduce the
effec-tiveness of the entire restraint systemand increase the
chance or severity ofinjury in an accident.
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS
If, because of body size or driving position, it isnot possible
to properly fit the lap-shoulder beltand fasten it, an extender is
available which iscompatible with the installed seat belts. The
ex-tender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) oflength and may be
used for either the driver orfront passenger seating position. See
a NISSANdealer for assistance if an extender is required.
WARNING
Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, madeby the same company which
made theoriginal equipment seat belts, shouldbe used with NISSAN
seat belts.
Adults and children who can use thestandard seat belt should not
use anextender. Such unnecessary use couldresult in serious
personal injury in theevent of an accident.
Never use seat belt extenders to installchild restraints. If the
child restraint isnot secured properly, the child could beseriously
injured in a collision or a sud-den stop.
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE To clean the seat belt webbing, apply
a
mild soap solution or any solution recom-mended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet.Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seatbelts
to dry in the shade. Do not allow theseat belts to retract until
they are completelydry.
If dirt builds up in the shoulder beltguide of the seat belt
anchors, the seatbelts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulderbelt
guide with a clean, dry cloth.
Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and the metal
components, such asbuckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wiresand
anchors, work properly. If loose parts,deterioration, cuts or other
damage on thewebbing is found, the entire seat belt as-sembly
should be replaced.
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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILDRESTRAINTS
WARNING
Infants and small children should al-ways be placed in an
appropriate childrestraint while riding in the vehicle.Failure to
use a child restraint can re-sult in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Infants and small children should neverbe carried on your lap.
It is not possiblefor even the strongest adult to resist theforces
of a severe accident. The childcould be crushed between the adult
andparts of the vehicle. Also, do not put thesame seat belt around
both your childand yourself.
Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat.
An inflatingsupplemental front air bag could seri-ously injure or
kill your child. A rear-facing child restraint must only be usedin
the rear seat.
NISSAN recommends that the child re-straint be installed in the
rear seat. Ac-cording to accident statistics, childrenare safer
when properly restrained inthe rear seat than in the front
seat.
An improperly installed child restraintcould lead to serious
injury or death inan accident.
In general, child restraints are designed to beinstalled with
the lap portion of a three-point typeseat belt. In addition, this
vehicle is equipped witha universal child restraint lower anchor
system,referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for
CHildren) system. Some child re-straints include two rigid or
webbing-mountedattachments that can be connected to theselower
anchors. For details, see the LATCH(Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) sys-tem later in this section.
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Child restraints for infants and small children ofvarious sizes
are offered by several manufactur-ers. When selecting any child
restraint, keep thefollowing points in mind:
Choose only a restraint with a label certifyingthat it complies
with Federal Motor VehicleSafety Standard 213 or Canadian
MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213.
Check the child restraint in your vehicle to besure it is
compatible with the vehicles seatand seat belt system.
If the child restraint is compatible with yourvehicle, place
your child in the child restraintand check the various adjustments
to besure the child restraint is compatible withyour child. Always
follow all recommendedprocedures.
All U.S. states and provinces of Canadarequire that infants and
small children berestrained in an approved child restraint atall
times while the vehicle is being oper-ated.
WARNING
Improper use of a child restraint canincrease the risk or
severity of injury forboth the child and other occupants ofthe
vehicle.
Follow all of the child restraint manu-facturers instructions
for installationand use. When purchasing a child re-straint, be
sure to select one which willfit your child and vehicle. It may not
bepossible to properly install some typesof child restraints in
your vehicle.
If the child restraint is not anchoredproperly, the risk of a
child being in-jured in a collision or a sudden stopgreatly
increases.
Adjustable seatbacks should be posi-tioned to fit the child
restraint, but asupright as possible.
After attaching the child restraint, test itbefore you place the
child in it. Tilt itfrom side to side. Try to tug it forwardand
check to see if the belt holds therestraint in place. The child
restraintshould not move more than 1 inch. If therestraint is not
secure, tighten the beltas necessary, or put the restraint in
an-other seat and test it again.
For a front-facing child restraint, checkto make sure the
shoulder belt does notgo in front of the childs face or neck. Ifit
does, put the shoulder belt behind thechild restraint. If you must
install a frontfacing child restraint in the front seat,see
Installation on front passengerseat later in this section.
When your child restraint is not in use,keep it secured with a
seat belt to pre-vent it from being thrown around incase of a
sudden stop or accident.
CAUTION
Remember that a child restraint left in aclosed vehicle can
become very hot.Check the seating surface and bucklesbefore placing
your child in the childrestraint.
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INSTALLATION ON REAR SEATCENTER (5-passenger models only)OR
OUTBOARD POSITIONS
WARNING
The three-point seat belt in your vehicleis equipped with an
automatic lockingmode retractor which must be usedwhen installing a
child restraint.
Failure to use the retractors lockingmode will result in the
child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip
over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to the childin a
sudden stop or collision.
The 4-passenger model has seating andseat belts for 4 occupants,
2 in the frontseats and 2 in the rear seats. Never usethe rear
console as a seating position orfor a child restraint.
Front facingWhen you install a child restraint in the rear
seat,follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat. It canbe placed in
a front facing direction, de-pending on the size of the child.
Alwaysfollow the restraint manufacturers instruc-tions.
Front Facing (outboard) step 1WRS0248
Front Facing (center for 5-passenger mod-els only) step 1
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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and
insert it into the buckle until youhear and feel the latch
engage.
Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturers
instructions for belt routing.
3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt isfully
extended. At this time, the seat beltretractor is in the automatic
locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency
locking mode when the seat beltis fully retracted.
4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt
to remove any slack in the belt.
Front Facing step 2WRS0250
Front Facing step 3WRS0251
Front Facing step 4WRS0146
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5. Before placing the child in the child restraint,use force to
tilt the child restraint from sideto side, and tug it forward to
make sure thatit is securely held in place. It should not movemore
than 1 inch (25mm).
6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by
trying to pull more seat beltout of the retractor. If you cannot
pull anymore belt webbing out of the retractor, theretractor is in
the automatic locking mode.
7. Check to make sure that the child restraint isproperly
secured prior to each use. If the beltis not locked, repeat steps 3
through 6.
After the child restraint is removed and the seatbelt is fully
retracted, the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode) is
canceled.
Rear facingWhen you install a child restraint in the rear
seat,follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Thedirection of the
child restraint depends onthe type of the child restraint and the
size ofthe child. Always follow the restraint manu-facturers
instructions.
Front Facing step 5WRS0252
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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and
insert it into the buckle until youhear and feel the latch
engage.
Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturers
instructions for belt routing.
3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt isfully
extended. At this time, the seat beltretractor is in the automatic
locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts to emer-gency
locking mode when the seat belt isfully retracted.
Rear Facing (center for 5-passenger mod-els only) step 1
WRS0262
Rear Facing step 2WRS0150
Rear Facing step 3WRS0260
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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt
to remove any slack in the belt.
5. Before placing the child in the child restraint,use force to
tilt the child restraint from sideto side, and tug it forward to
make sure thatit is securely held in place. It should not movemore
than 1 inch (25mm).
6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by
trying to pull more seat beltout of the retractor. If you cannot
pull anymore seat belt webbing out of the retractor,the retractor
is in the automatic lockingmode.
7. Check to make sure that the child restraint isproperly
secured prior to each use. If the beltis not locked, repeat steps 3
through 6.
After the child restraint is removed and the seatbelt fully
retracted, the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode) is
canceled.
Rear Facing step 4WRS0253
Rear Facing step 5WRS0254
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LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethersfor CHildren) SYSTEM
WARNING
Attach LATCH system compatible childrestraints only at the
locations shown. Ifa child restraint is not secured properly,your
child could be seriously injured orkilled in an accident.
Do not secure a child restraint in thecenter rear seating
position using theLATCH system anchors. The child re-straint will
not be secured properly.
The LATCH system anchors are de-signed to withstand only those
loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no
circumstance arethey to be used for adult seat belts
orharnesses.
Some child restraints include two rigid orwebbing-mounted
attachments that can be con-nected to two anchors located at
certain seatingpositions in your vehicle. This system is known
asthe LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil-dren) system. This
system may also be referred toas the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible
system.With this system, you do not have to use a vehicleseat belt
to secure the child restraint. Your vehicleis equipped with special
anchor points that areused with LATCH system compatible child
re-straints. Check your child restraint for a labelstating that it
is compatible with the LATCH sys-tem. This information may also be
in the childrestraint owners manual. If you have such a
childrestraint, refer to the illustration for the seatingpositions
equipped with LATCH system anchorswhich can be used to secure the
child restraint.
The LATCH system anchors are located at therear of the seat
cushion near the seatback. Alabel is attached to the seatback to
help youlocate the LATCH system anchors.
LATCH child restraints generally require the useof a top tether
strap. See Top tether strap childrestraint later in this section
for installation in-structions.
When installing a child restraint, carefully readand follow the
instructions in this manual andthose supplied with the child
restraint.
When you install a LATCH system compatiblechild restraint to the
lower anchor attachments,follow these steps:
WARNING
Inspect the lower anchors by insertingyour fingers into the
lower anchor areaand feeling to make sure there are noobstructions
over the LATCH system an-chors, such as seat belt webbing or
seatcushion material. The child restraint willnot be secured
properly if the LATCH sys-tem anchors are obstructed.
1. To install the LATCH system compatiblechild restraint, insert
the child restraintLATCH system anchor attachments into theanchor
points on the seat. If the child re-straint is equipped with a top
tether, seeTop tether strap child restraint later in thissection
for installation instructions.
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2. After attaching the child restraint and beforeplacing the
child in it, use force to tilt thechild restraint from side to side
and tug itforward to make sure that the child restraintis securely
held in place. It should not movemore than 1 inch.
3. Check to make sure that the child restraint isproperly
secured prior to each use.
TOP TETHER STRAP CHILDRESTRAINT
WARNING
Child restraint anchor points are de-signed to withstand only
those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no
circumstances arethey to be used for adult seat belts
orharnesses.
After removing a rear seat head re-straint for top tether
installation, storeit securely to prevent it from causinginjury to
passengers or damage to thevehicle in case of sudden braking or
anaccident. Always replace it and adjustproperly when top tether is
no longer inuse.
If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it mustbe
secured to the anchor point provided behindits position.
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4-passenger modelsLRS0296
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First, secure the child restraint with the rear seatbelt or the
LATCH system (outboard positions),as applicable.
Remove the head restraint from the seat back.Store it in a
secure place. Flip up the anchorcover for the anchor point which is
located di-rectly behind the child seat. Position the toptether
strap over the top of the seat back s1 andsecure it to the tether
anchor bracket that pro-vides the straightest installation. Tighten
thetether strap according to the manufacturers in-structions to
remove any slack.
For best child restraint fit, see the child
restraintinstallation instructions in this section and thechild
restraint manufacturers instructions.
Anchor point locationsAnchor points are located on the rear
parcel shelffinisher.
If you have any questions when installing atop strap child
restraint on the rear seat,consult your NISSAN dealer for
details.
INSTALLATION ON FRONTPASSENGER SEAT
WARNING
Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front
passenger seat.Supplemental front air bags inflate withgreat force.
A rear-facing child restraintcould be struck by the
supplementalfront air bag in a crash and could seri-ously injure or
kill your child.
NISSAN recommends that child re-straints be installed in the
rear seat.However, if you must install a forward-facing child
restraint in the front pas-senger seat, move the passenger seatto
the rearmost position.
A child restraint with a top tether strapshould not be used in
the front passen-ger seat.
The three-point seat belt in your vehicleis equipped with an
automatic lockingmode retractor which must be usedwhen installing a
child restraint.
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Failure to use the retractors lockingmode will result in the
child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip
over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to the childin a
sudden stop or collision.
If you must install a child restraint in the front seat,follow
these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the front pas-senger seat. It
should be placed in afront-facing direction only. Move theseat to
the rearmost position. Adjust thehead restraint to its highest
position. Alwaysfollow the child restraint manufacturers
in-structions. Child restraints for infantsmust be used in the
rear-facing direc-tion and therefore must not be used inthe front
seat.
2. Route the seat belt tongue through the childrestraint and
insert it into the buckle until youhear and feel the latch
engage.
Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturers
instructions for belt routing.
Front Facing step 1WRS0379
Front Facing step 2WRS0159
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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt isfully
extended. At this time, the seat beltretractor is in the automatic
locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts to emer-gency
locking mode when the seat belt isfully retracted.
4. Allow the seat belt to retract slightly. Pull upon the
shoulder belt to remove any slack inthe belt.
5. Before placing the child in the child restraint,use force to
tilt the child restraint from sideto side, and tug it forward to
make sure thatit is securely held in place. It should not movemore
than 1 inch.
6. Check that the retractor is in the automaticlocking mode by
trying to pull more seat beltout of the retractor. If you cannot
pull anymore belt webbing out of the retractor, theretractor is in
the automatic locking mode.
Front Facing step 3WRS0160
Front Facing step 4WRS0161
Front Facing step 5WRS0380
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7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured
prior to each use. If theseat belt is not locked, repeat steps
3through 6.
After the child restraint is removed and the seatbelt is fully
retracted, the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode) is
canceled.
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. 2-4Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . 2-5Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . 2-5Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Compass display (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 2-6Zone variation change procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders . . . . . . .
2-9Checking bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 2-9Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9Indicator lights . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12Audible reminders
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Security systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . .2-14Vehicle security system. . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14Nissan vehicle immobilizer system
(NVIS) . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-17Switch operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . .2-17
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)defroster switch
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.2-18Headlight and turn signal switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . 2-19
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-19Headlight control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 2-20
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . . . . . .
2-21Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . 2-22Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . .2-22Fog light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23Cornering light . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 2-23Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24Heated seats (if so
equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24Heated
steering wheel (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-25Traction control system (TCS) off switch(if so equipped) . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.2-26Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch(if so equipped) . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.2-26Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . .2-27Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-28
Seatback pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . .2-28Sunglasses holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . .2-29Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29Glove box . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31Console
box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. .2-31Rear center console (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . .
. 2-32Covered storage box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . 2-33Cargo nets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33
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. . . . . . . . . . . .2-34Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-34
Skyview roof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 2-36Sunroof (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 2-36
Automatic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . .2-36Rear sun shade (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . 2-38Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-39Personal lights .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.2-40
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . .2-40Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-41
Trunk light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .2-41
HomelinkT universal transceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 2-42Programming HomeLinkT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . 2-42Programming HomeLinkT for Canadiancustomers . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.2-44Operating the HomeLinkT universaltransceiver. . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.2-44Programming trouble-diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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