Nissan Altima v5 Owner's Manual

2015 ALTIMA SEDAN OWNERS MANUAL

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

Owners Manual Supplement

The 2015 NISSAN Altima Owners Manual states that this vehicle is equipped with Grocery hooks. This vehicle is not equipped with this feature. Please disregard any mention of this feature in the vehicle owners manual. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Printing: June 2015 (01) Publication No. SU15EA 1L33U0

Owners Manual Supplement

The information contained within this supplement revises the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) information in the SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system section of the 2015 Altima Owners Manual:

Read carefully and keep in vehicle.

Printing: April 2015 (01) Publication No. SU15EA 0L33U0

NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System (front seats)

1. Top tether strap anchor

2. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators

3. Rear seat belts

4. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag

5. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag

6. Head restraints/headrests

7. Front seat belts

8. Side-impact pressure sensor (drivers side shown; passengers side similar)

9. Supplemental front-impact air bags

10. Seats

11. Occupant Classification Sensor (weight sensor)

12. Seat belt with pretensioner

13. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

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

This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles (kilome- ters) of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle.

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

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

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

of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or accessory. See a NISSAN dealer for de- tails concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped.

Before driving your vehicle, please read this Owners Manual carefully. This will ensure famil- iarity with controls and maintenance require- ments assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE- MINDERS FOR SAFETY!

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

NEVER drive under the influence of al- cohol or drugs.

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

ALWAYS give your full attention to driving and avoid using vehicle features or taking other actions that could distract you.

ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro- priate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.

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

ALWAYS review this Owners Manual for important safety information.

FOREWORD READ FIRSTTHEN DRIVE SAFELY

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance prob- lems resulting from modifications may not be covered under NISSAN warranties.

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

All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of print- ing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifi- cations, performance, design or component sup- pliers without notice and without obligation. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate information currently available. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision up- dates sent to you by NISSAN to ensure you have access to accurate and up-to-date information re- garding your vehicle. Current versions of vehicle Owners Manuals and any updates can also be found in the Owner section of the NISSAN website at https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/ navigation/manualsGuide. If you have ques- tions concerning any information in your Owners Manual, contact NISSAN Consumer Affairs. See the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM page in this Owners Manual for contact informa- tion.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

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

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moder- ate personal injury or damage to your ve- hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro- cedures must be followed carefully.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or 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 the vehicle.

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

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

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

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

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY Some vehicle parts, such as lithium batter- ies, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: Perchlorate Material special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/.

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

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

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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 are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.

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

For U.S. customers 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers 1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information:

Your name, address, and telephone number

Vehicle identification number (attached to the top of the instrument panel on the drivers side)

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. customers Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003 or via e-mail at: [email protected]

For Canadian customers Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 or via e-mail at: [email protected]

If you prefer, visit us at: www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers) or www.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

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

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

Table of Contents

Illustrated table of contents

SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Air bags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5

Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8 Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10

1. Top tether strap anchor (P. 1-20) 2. Rear seat belts (P. 1-11) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and

rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-41) 4. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-

mental air bag (P. 1-41) 5. Head restraints/headrests (P. 1-7) 6. Front seat belts (P. 1-11) 7. Side-impact pressure sensor (drivers

side shown; passengers side similar) (P. 1-41)

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

9. Seats (P. 1-2) 10. Occupant classification sensor

(weight sensor) (P. 1-41) 11. Seat belt with pretensioner (P. 1-41) 12. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system (P. 1-20) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS

0-2 Illustrated table of contents

1. Power windows (P. 2-44) 2. Power moonroof (if so equipped)

(P. 2-47) 3. Windshield (P. 8-22) 4. Windshield wiper and washer switch

(P. 2-29) 5. Engine hood (P. 3-29) 6. Fog light switch (if so equipped)

(P. 2-31) 7. Headlight and turn signal switch

(P. 2-31) 8. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30) 9. Tire pressure (P. 8-36) 10. Flat tire (P. 6-3) 11. Tire chains (P. 8-36) 12. Mirrors (P. 3-36) 13. Door locks, NISSAN Intelligent Key ,

keys (P. 3-4, 3-7, 3-2) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR FRONT

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1. Rear window defroster switch (P. 2-31) 2. Interior trunk lid release (P. 3-30) 3. Trunk lid (P. 3-30) 4. Opener operation (P. 3-30) 5. Rearview camera (if so equipped)

(P. 4-10) 6. Replacing bulbs (P. 8-30) 7. Fuel-filler cap, recommended fuel

(P. 3-32, 9-2) 8. Fuel-filler door (P. 3-32) 9. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-4) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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EXTERIOR REAR

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1. Interior trunk access (P. 1-2) 2. Power moonroof (if so equipped)

(P. 2-47) 3. Sun visors (P. 3-35) 4. Interior lights, illuminated entry (P. 2-49) 5. HomeLink Universal Transceiver

(if so equipped) (P. 2-51) 6. Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror

(if so equipped) (P. 3-36) 7. Glove box (P. 2-41) 8. Cup holders (P. 2-41 ) 9. Console box (P. 2-41) 10. Front seat (P. 1-2) 11. Rear seat (P. 1-2) 12. Rear armrest, cup holders

(P. 1-2, 2-42) Refer to the page number indicated in parentheses for operating details.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

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1. Instrument brightness control/Trip computer reset switch (P. 2-35, P. 2-4)

2. Vents (P. 4-24) 3. Headlight/fog light (if so equipped)/turn

signal switch (P. 2-31)

4. Driver supplemental air bag/horn (P. 1-41, P. 2-36)

5. Meters and gauges (P. 2-3) 6. Paddle shift controls (if so equipped)

(P. 5-15)

7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P. 2-29)

8. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2) 9. Front passenger air bag status light

(P. 1-48) 10. Audio system controls/Navigation

system* (P. 4-35) 11. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-41) 12. Glove box (P. 2-43) 13. Power outlet (P. 2-40 ) 14. Heater and air conditioner (manual or

automatic) (P. 4-25, P. 4-32) 15. Shift lever (P. 5-13 ) 16. USB port/Aux jack (P. 4-68) (P. 4-46) 17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-8) 18. Cruise control main/set switch/

Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System (P. 5-27/P. 4-78)

19. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel controls (P. 3-34)

20. Steering wheel switch for audio control/Vehicle information display controls (P. 4-81, P. 2-18)

21. Fuel filler door release/Hood release) (P. 3-32, P. 3-29)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

0-6 Illustrated table of contents

22. Vehicle Dynamic Control OFF switch (P. 2-39) Trunk opener release switch (P. 3-30) Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-38) Warning system switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-38)

* Refer to the Navigation System Owners manual (if so equipped)

See the page number indicated in paren- theses for operating details.

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QR25DE engine

1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-15) 2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-9) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-11) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-15) 5. Air cleaner (P. 8-21) 6. Fuse block/Fusible links (P. 8-24) 7. Battery (P. 8-17) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-11) 9. Radiator cap (P. 8-9) 10. Drive belt location (P. 8-20) 11. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-16) Refer to the page number indicated in pa- rentheses for operating details.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS

0-8 Illustrated table of contents

VQ35DE engine

1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-15) 2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-9) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-11) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-15) 5. Air cleaner (P. 8-21) 6. Fuse block/Fusible links (P. 8-24) 7. Battery (P. 8-17) 8. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-11) 9. Radiator cap (P. 8-9) 10. Drive belt location (P. 8-20) 11. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-16) Refer to the page number indicated in pa- rentheses for operating details.

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Warning light

Name Page

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn- ing light

2-11

or

Brake warning light 2-11

Charge warning light

2-11

Low tire pressure warning light

2-12

Master warning light 2-13

Power steering warning light

2-13

Seat belt warning light and chime

2-14

Warning light

Name Page

Supplemental air bag warning light

2-14

Indicator light

Name Page

Cruise main switch indicator light (if so equipped)

2-14

Cruise set switch indicator light (if so equipped)

2-14

Front fog light indi- cator light (if so equipped)

2-14

Front passenger air bag status light

2-15

High beam indicator light (blue)

2-15

Malfunction Indica- tor Light (MIL)

2-15

Indicator light

Name Page

Overdrive OFF indi- cator light (if so equipped)

2-16

Security indicator light

2-16

Side light and head- light indicator light (green)

2-16

Slip indicator light 2-16

SPORT mode indi- cator light (if so equipped)

2-16

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

2-16

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light

2-16

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS

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1 SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Front manual seat adjustment (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Folding rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Head restraints/headrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Adjustable head restraint/headrest components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Non-adjustable head restraint/headrest components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Remove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Three-point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Infants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Small children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Larger children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Rear-facing child restraint installation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 Rear-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Forward-facing child restraint installation using LATCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 Forward-facing child restraint installation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-37

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41 Precautions on SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41 Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-56 Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) . . . . . . . . 1-58 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-59 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-59

WARNING

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

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

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

Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- tivate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in seri- ous accidents.

Do not adjust the drivers seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of con- trol of the vehicle.

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

CAUTION

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

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped) Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manually. For additional information about adjusting the seats, refer to the steps outlined in this section.

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SEATS

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

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

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

Seat lifter (drivers seat) Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to adjust the seat height until the desired position is achieved.

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FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Operating tips

WARNING

Before driving the vehicle, return the seat- back to an upright seating position after manually releasing it. Also, make sure the seat is locked in place. Failure to do so may cause the seat to move in a collision or sudden stop. This may result in damage to the seat or personal injury.

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

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

Forward and backward

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

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

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. For additional information, refer to Pre- cautions on seat belt usage in this section. Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.WRS0751

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Seat lifter (drivers seat) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar support (if so equipped for drivers seat) The lumbar support feature provides adjustable lower back support to the driver. Push the switch forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.

FOLDING REAR SEAT

Interior trunk access

The trunk can be accessed from the driver side and passenger side of the rear seat for loading and unloading, as shown.

WRS0752 WRS0743

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1. Move the front passenger seat to the most forward position.

2. Open the access cover on the rear parcel shelf.

3. Push down on the button 1 on the rear parcel shelf.

4. Fold down the passengers side seatback 2 .

WARNING

Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an acci- dent or sudden stop.

Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col- lision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely 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 they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in- jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use, and prevent childrens access to car keys.

To fold down the drivers side of the rear seat, open the trunk and pull on the strap 1 .

The rear seats can be locked (if so equipped) using the mechanical key to prevent unauthorized access. For additional information on keys, refer to Keys in the Pre-driving checks and adjust- ments section of this manual.

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1-6 SafetySeats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Center armrest Pull the armrest down until it rests on the seat cushion.

WARNING

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

The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with head restraints/headrests.

Indicates the seating position is equipped with a head restraint.

Indicates the seating position is equipped with a headrest.

+ Indicates the seating position is not equipped with a head restraint or headrest (if applicable).

Your vehicle is equipped with a head restraint/headrest that may be integrated, adjustable or non-adjustable.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS

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Adjustable head restraints/headrests have multiple notches along the stalk(s) to lock them in a desired adjustment position.

The non-adjustable head restraints/headrests have a single locking notch to secure them to the seat frame.

Proper Adjustment:

For the adjustable type, align the head restraint/headrest so the center of your ear is approximately level with the center of the head restraint/headrest.

If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

If the head restraint/headrest has been re- moved, ensure that it is reinstalled and locked in place before riding in that desig- nated seating position.

ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/ HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Multiple notches

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Single notch

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

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REMOVE

Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest:

1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position.

2. Push and hold the lock knob.

3. Remove the head restraint/headrest from the seat.

4. Store the head restraint/headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle.

5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating position.

INSTALL 1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks with

the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint/headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the notch (notches) 1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob 2 .

2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down.

3. Properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses the seating posi- tion.

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ADJUST For adjustable head restraint/headrest

Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the center is level with the center of your ears. If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head restraint/headrest at the highest position.

For non-adjustable head restraint/headrest

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

Raise To raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

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

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position.

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in a collision and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supple- mental air bag.

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

LRS2306 SSS0136

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WARNING

Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly 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 may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an acci- dent. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

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WARNING

Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.

Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an accident.

Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fastened to the proper buckle.

Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

Do not allow more than one person to <