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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.

Beforedriving your vehicle pleaseread 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 comfortable tripfor 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 use your seat belts and appro-

priate child restraint systems. Pre-teenchildren should be seated in the rear seat.

ALWAYS provide information about theproper use of vehicle safety features toall occupants of the vehicle.

ALWAYS review this owners manual forimportant safety information.

For descriptions specified for four-wheel drive

models, a mark is placed at the begin-ning of the applicable sections/items.

As with other vehicles with features foroff-road use, failure to operate four-wheel

drive models correctly may result in losscontrol or an accident. Be sure to reDriving safety precautions in the Staing and driving section of this manual.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIVIN

This vehicle will handle and maneuverdifferently from an ordinary passengercar because it has a higher center ofgravity for off-road use. As with othervehicles with features of this type, fail-ure to operate this vehicle correctly maresult in loss of control or an accident

Be sure to read On-pavement and off

road driving precautions, and Avoid-ing collision and rollover, and Drivingsafety precautions, in the Starting andriving section of this manual.

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 peformance problems resulting from

modifications may not be covered un-der NISSAN warranties.

FOREWORD READ FIRSTTHEN DRIVE SAFELYThe inside pages of this manual containa minimum of 50% recycled fibers,including 10% post-consumer fibers.


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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 MANUAL

You 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 thissymbol, it means Do not dothisor 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 constituenand certain vehicle components contaor emit chemicals known to the State California to cause cancer and birth dfects or other reproductive harm. In adtion, certain fluids contained in vehicland certain products of component wecontain or emit chemicals known to tState of California to cause cancer abirth defects or other reproductive harm

2003 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INCGARDENA, CALIFORNIA

All rights reserved. No part of this OwnManual may be reproduced or storedin a retrisystem, or transmitted in any form, or by ameans, electronic, mechanical, photocopyrecording or otherwise, without the prior writpermission of Nissan North America, Inc., Gdena, California.

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WHEN READING THE MANUALThe inside pages of this manual containa minimum of 50% recycled fibers,including 10% post-consumer fibers.


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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 carsandtrucks 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, collectivelygrowing to becomethe 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 facility in Smyrna,Tennessee, vehicle styling design at Nissan Design

America, Inc.in San Diego, California, and engineer-ing at Nissan Technical Center North America inFarmington Hills, Michigan. Additionally, NISSANemploys nearly 19,000 people throughout theUnited States, Canada, and Mexico. An additional60,000 people work for the 1,250 NISSAN andINFINITI dealers across 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 employeesandthe staffsof NISSANdealers allacross Canada.In addition, many Canadians work for companies

that 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 in

improving both performance and fuel efficiethrough new engine designs and the use of sthetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The copany hasalso developedways to build qualityintvehicles at each stage of the production proce

both through extensive use of automation andmost importantly through an awareness people are the central element in quality cont

From the time the parts arrived from our suppluntil you took delivery of your new NISSAN, dozof checksweremade to ensurethat only thebestwas being done in producing and delivering yvehicle. NISSANalso takes great care to ensuretwhen you take your NISSAN to your dealermaintenance, the service technician will performwork according to the quality standards that hbeen established by NISSAN.

Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. Asknow, seat belts are an integral part of the sasystems that will help protect you and your passgers in the event of a sudden stop or an accideWe urge you to use the seat belts every time ydrive the vehicle.

The NISSAN story of growth and achievementflects our major goal: to provide you, our customwith a vehiclethat is built with qualityand craftsmship a product that we can be proud to build ayou 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 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 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 customers

1-808-836-0888 (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 96819For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5

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

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Table ofContents

Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental airbag systems

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Tilting rear bench seat (Crew Cab modelsonly) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Jump seat (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Precautions on supplemental restraint sys-tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Passenger supplemental air bag on/offswitch and light (except Crew Cab models) . . . . . . 1-15Supplemental air bag warning labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19Child safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23

Injured persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23Three-point type seat belt with retractor. . . . . . . . . . 1-23Two-point type seat belt without retractor(jump seat in King Cab models and center ofrear seat in Crew Cab models). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-26Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-28Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28

Child restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-29Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29Installation on rear bench seat centerposition (Crew Cab models only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31Installation on rear bench seat outboardpositions (Crew Cab models only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34

LATCH lower anchors and tether for childrensystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-38

Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-40Installation on front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41


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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

WARNING

Do not adjust the drivers seat whdriving so full attention may be givenvehicle operation. The seat may mosuddenly and could cause loss of cotrol of the vehicle.

After adjustment, gently rock in the seto 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.

RecliningTo recline the seatback, pull the lever up and leanback. To bring theseatbackforward, pull theleverup and lean your body forward. Release the leverto lock the seatback in position.

WARNING

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

Tilting

The front passengers seat can be tilted to makeasier for jump seat passengers to get in and

To tilt the seatback, pull the reclining lever uppush the tilt lever down. The seat automaticmoves forward.

To return the seat, move the whole seat baward, then push the seatback up until it locks

WARNING

After adjustment, gently rock in the seatmake sure it is securely locked.

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Seat lifter (if so equipped for driversseat)

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

Lumbar support (if so equipped fordrivers seat)

The lumbar support feature provides lower backsupport to the driver. Move the lever up or downto adjust the seat lumbar area.

TILTING REAR BENCH SEAT (CrewCab models only)

The rear bench seat can be tilted to remove jacking tools from the storage area.

To tilt the seatback, pull the strap up1 and

2 the seatback forward.

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WARNING

Never allow anyone to ride in the cargoarea or on the rear seat when it is in thefold-down position. Use of these areas bypassengers without proper restraintscould result in serious injury in an acci-dent or sudden stop.

JUMP SEAT (if so equipped)WARNING

Do not use a child restraint in the jumpseats (King Cab model). These seatsare not suitable for child restraintinstallation.

When folding the jump seat, be carefulnot to squeeze your finger between theseat cushion and the body side.

HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENTTo raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lowpush and hold the lock knob and push the herestraint down.

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted proerly as they may provide significant ptection against injury in an accident. not remove them. Check the adjustme

after someone else uses the seat.

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Adjust the head restraint so the center is levelwith the center of your ears.

PRECAUTIONS ONSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec-tion contains important information concerningthe driver and passenger supplemental front airbags and pre-tensioner seat belts.

Supplemental front impact air bag system:This system can help cushion the impact force to

the face and chest of the driver and front passen-ger in certain frontal collisions.

The supplemental air bags are designed tosupplement the crash protection provided by

the driver and front passenger seat belts and not a substitute for them. Seat belts shoalways be correctly worn and the driver and frpassenger seated a suitable distance away f

the steering wheel and instrument panel. (SSeat belts later in this section for instructiand precautions on seat belt usage.)

The supplemental air bags operate owhen the ignition switch is in the ONSTART position.

After turning the ignition key to the position, the supplemental air bag warnlight illuminates. The supplemental air bwarning light will turn off after abouseconds if the system is operational.

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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 it

inflates. Always sit back against theseatback and as far away as practicalfrom the steering wheel or instrumentpanel. Always use the seat belts.

The driver and front passenger seat bbuckles are equipped with sensors thdetectif the seat belts are fastened. Tair bag system monitors the severity

a collision and then inflates the air babased on belt usage. Failure to propewear seat belts can increase the riskseverity of injury in an accident.

Keep hands on the outside of the steeing wheel. Placing them inside tsteering wheel rim could increase trisk that they are injured when tsupplemental front air bag inflates.

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WARNINGNever let children ride unrestrained or etend their hands or face out of the wdow. Do not attempt to hold them in yolap or arms. Some examples of dangeroriding positions are shown in tillustrations.

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WARNING Children may be severely injured or

killed when the supplemental front airbags inflate if they are not properly re-strained. Pre-teens and childr en shouldbe properly restrained in the rear seat, ifavailable.

Never install a rear-facing child straint in the front seat of a modequipped with a supplemental air bON/OFF switch unless you first tu

OFF the air bag. An inflating suppmental air bag could seriously injurekill your child. See Child restrainlater in this section for details.

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1. Diagnosis sensor unit2. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractors

3. Supplemental air bag modules4. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch5. Passenger air bag OFF indicator

Supplemental front air bag system

The driver supplemental front air bag is located in

the center of the steering wheel. The passengersupplemental front air bag is mounted in thedashboard above the glove box.

These systems are designed to meet optiocertification requirements under U.S. regulatioThey are also permitted in Canada. The optiocertification allows the front air bags to be

signed to inflate somewhat less forcefully tpreviously. However, all of the informaticautions and warnings in this manual sapply and must be followed.

The supplemental front air bag system is signed to inflate in higher severity frontal cosions, although it may inflate if the forces in other type of collision are similar to those ohigher severity frontal impact. It may not inflatcertain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lof it) is not always an indication of proper supmental front air bag system operation.

King Cab models are equipped with a suppmental front passenger air bag ON/OFF swiBecause no rear seat exists where a rear facchild restraint canbe secured as in other modtheswitch is designed to turn OFFthe passensupplemental air bag so that a rear facing chrestraint can be used in the front passenger sSee Passenger supplemental air bag ON/Oswitch and light later in this section for deta

Crew Cab models are not equipped witsupplemental front passenger air bag ON/Oswitch because they have a rear seat for chrestraint installation. Further, for Crew Cab m

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els, the supplemental air bag system has dualstage inflators for both the driver and passengerair bags. The system monitors information fromthe crash zone sensor, the diagnosis sensor unit

and seat belt buckle sensors that detect if theseat belts are fastened. Inflator operation isbased on the severity of a collision and whetherthe seat belts are being used. Only one front airbag may inflate in a crash, depending on thecrash severity and whether the front occupantsare belted or unbelted. This does not indicateimproper performance of the system. If you haveany questions about the performance of your airbag system, please contact your NISSANdealer.

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.

Supplementalfront airbags, along with theuse 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 ON

position, 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 steering

wheel or instrument panel. Such ob-jects may become dangerous projec-tiles and cause injury if the supplemen-tal front air bag inflates.

Right after inflation, several front bag system components will be hot. Dnot touch them; you may severely buyourself.

No unauthorized changes should made to any components or wiring the supplemental air bag system. Thisto prevent accidental inflation of tsupplemental air bag or damage to tsupplemental air bag system.

Do not make unauthorized changesyour vehicles electrical system, supension system or front end structuThis could affect proper operation the supplemental front air bag system

Tampering with the supplemental froair bag system may result in seriopersonal injury. Tampering includchanges to the steering wheel and tinstrument panel assembly by placimaterial over the steering wheel pand above the instrument panel or installing additional trim materaround the air bag system.



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Work around and on the supplementalfront air bag system should be done bya NISSAN dealer. Installation of electri-cal equipment should also be done by a

NISSAN 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.

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-tensionsystem should be done by a NISSAdealer. Installation of electrical equment should also be done by a NISSA

dealer. Unauthorized electrical teequipment and probing devices shounot be used on the pre-tensioner sebelt system.

If you need to dispose of the ptensioner or scrap the vehicle, contacNISSAN dealer. Correct pre-tensiondisposal procedures are set forth in tappropriate NISSAN Service ManuIncorrect disposal procedures cocause personal injury.

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt systactivates in conjunction with the supplemefront air bag. Working with the seat belt retracit helps tighten the seat belt the instant the hicle becomes involved in certain types of csions, thereby restraining seat occupants.

The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat beretractor. These seat belts are used the sameconventional seat belts.

When the pre-tensioner seat belt activasmoke is released anda loud noise may be heThis smoke is not harmful and does not indicafire. Careshould betaken not toinhaleit, asit m



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cause irritation and choking. Those with a historyof a breathing condition should get fresh airpromptly.

If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner

system, the supplemental air bag warninglight will flash intermittently after the igni-tion key is turned to the ON or START position. Inthis case, the pre-tensioner seat belt will notfunction properly. They must be checked andrepaired. Take your vehicle to the nearestNISSAN dealer.

When selling your vehicle, we request that youinformthe buyer about thepre-tensioner seat beltsystem and guide the buyer to the appropriatesections in this Owners Manual.

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PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL AIRBAG ON/OFF SWITCH AND LIGHT(except Crew Cab models)

WARNINGAir bags and seat belts are designed towork as a unit. Do not switch the air bagOFF unless you meet federal governmentcriteria. Switching off the air bag may in-crease the risk of serious or fatal injuriesin a collision where the air bag would haveinflated.

In rare instances, some passengers are exposedto serious injury risks from inflating air bags, es-

pecially if not properly restrained. The U.S. andCanadian federal governments recognize otherlimited circumstances in which an air bag couldreduce safety. The passenger air bag ON/OFFswitchis, therefore, allowed in modelswithout fullrear seats. Because the overall benefits of airbags are great, in most situations air bags shouldnot be switched off unless special governmentcriteria exist.

The passengerair bag ON/OFF switch is located

in the center of the instrument panel, near theashtray. It can be used to turn the passengersupplemental air bag OFF.

The ON/OFF switch should ONLY be used toturn the passenger supplemental air bag OFFwhen the following government criteria exists:

Infants (less than 1 year old) in rear facingchild

restraints MUST be placed in the front pas-senger seat.

Children ages 1-12 years MUST be placed inthe front passenger seat.

The passenger has a medical condition which,according to a physician, causes the air bag topose a special risk and makes the potentialharm from theair baggreater than thepotentialharm from turning off the air bag.

Seat belts and child restraints should always beproperly used. See Precautions on seat beltusage and Child restraints later in this sectionfor details.

To turn the passenger supplemental air bag OFF,insert the ignition key in the passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch and turn theswitch clockwise to the OFF position. Then re-move the key. When the ignition is turned to theON or START position the passenger air bagOFF indicator light will illuminate to indicate the

airbag is OFF. To turn the passengersupplemen-tal air bag ON, insert the ignition key in thepassenger supplemental air bag ON/OFF switchand turn the switch counter clockwise to the ON

position. Then remove the key. When the ignitis turned to the ON or START position the psenger air bag OFF indicator light will illuminfor 7 seconds to indicate the system is work

properly and then go out to indicate that passenger supplemental air bag is ON.

1. Do not operate the passenger supplemeair bag ON/OFF switch when the ignitioON.

2. Fully turn the passenger supplementabag ON/OFFswitchto eitherthe ONor Oposition.

3. Always remove the ignition key after usthe passenger supplemental air

ON/OFF switch.4. The passenger air bag OFF indicator l

should illuminate for 7 seconds after ignition is turned to the ON or START potion. If not, the vehicle should be taken tNISSAN dealer.

Items 2 and 3 above are intended to previmproper use of the ignition key.

Whenthe switchis turnedto the ONposition,passenger supplemental air bag is enabled a

could inflate in a frontal collision. When switch is turned to the OFF position, the passger supplemental air bag is disabled and will inflate in a frontal collision. The passen



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supplemental air bag OFF indicator light on theinstrument panel illuminates when the passengersupplemental airbag ON/OFF switch is turnedtothe OFF position. The drivers side supplementalair bag always remains enabled and is not af-fected by the passenger supplemental air bagON/OFF switch.

The passenger supplemental air bag light, dis-playing OFF in the center of the instrument panel,monitors the position of the passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch. When the igni-tion key is in the ON or START position, the lightilluminates forabout 7 seconds andthen turns offif the air bag ON/OFF switch is in the ON posi-tion, or stays on if thepassenger supplementalair

bag ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

WARNING

Do not switch the air bag OFF unlessyou meet the federal government crite-ria outlined previously. This vehicle (ex-

cept Crew Cab models) is equippedwith seat belts with a load limiter fea-ture. The seat belts are designed towork with the air bags to reduce the riskof injury in a collision. The seat belts aredesigned to release additional beltwebbing during some collisions to re-duce the concentration of force on theoccupants chest area. In a collisionwith the airbag turned OFF, the seatbelt may allow the occupant enough

forward movement to incur serious orfatal injuries.

Keep the passenger supplemental bag ON/OFF switch turned ON unlessrear-facing child restraint must be usin the front seat, if children ages 1-

must be placedin the front seat, or if tpassenger has a medical conditiowhich, according to a physician, causthe air bag to pose a special risk harm (the federal government criteriIf the switch is OFF, the air bag will ninflate in a collision as designed athe extra protection provided by the bag may be lost.

Be sure to turn the passenger suppmental air bag ON/OFF switch O

when using a rear facing child restrain the front passenger seat. If it is nOFF, the air bag may inflate in a cosion. The force of the rapidly inflatiair bag could cause serious injury or kthe child in the child restraint. Childrages 1-12 and persons with specmedical conditions may also be at rifrom an inflating air bag.



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If the supplemental air bag warninglight located in the instrument panelnext to the speedometer comes onwhen the passenger supplemental air

bag OFF light is also illuminated, some-thing may be wrong with the air bagsystem. Infants, children ages 1-12 orpersons with special medical condi-tions should not use the front passen-ger seat until the system is checked byyour NISSAN dealer.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LABELS

Warning labels about the supplemental front airbag system are placed in the vehicle as shown inthe illustration.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAGWARNING LIGHT

The supplemental air bag warning lidisplaying in the instrument panel, mtors the circuits of the supplemental air bag pre-tensioner seat belt systems. The circmonitored by the supplemental air bag warnlight are the diagnosis sensor unit, crash zosensor, supplemental air bag modules, ptensioner seat belts and all related wiring.

When the ignition key is in the ON or STAposition, the supplemental air bag warning liilluminates for about 7 seconds and then tuoff. This means the system is operational.

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If any of the following system conditions occur,the supplemental air bag and pre-tensioner seatbelt systems need servicing:

The supplemental air bag warning light re-

mains on after approximately 7 seconds. The supplemental air bag warning light flashes

intermittently.

The supplemental air bag warning light doesnot come on at all.

Under these conditions, the Supplemental Re-straint System (supplemental front air bag orpre-tensioner seat belt systems) may not operateproperly. It must be checked and repaired. Take

your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning lightis on, it could mean that the supplementalfront air bag or pre-tensioner seat beltsystems will not operate in an accident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental front air bag and pre-tensionerseat belts are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged,the supplemental air bag warning light remainsilluminated after inflation has occurred. Repair

and replacement of these supplemental air bagsystems should be done only by a NISSANdealer.

When maintenance work is required on the ve-

hicle, the supplemental front air bags, pre-tensioner seat belts and related parts should bepointed out to the person performing the mainte-nance. The ignition key should always be in theLOCK position when working under the hood orinside the vehicle.

WARNING

Once a supplemental front air bag hasinflated, the air bag module will notfunction and must be replaced. Addi-tionally, if any of the supplemental frontair bags inflate, the activated pre-tensioner seat belts must also be re-placed. The air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt system should bereplaced by a NISSAN dealer. The airbag module and pre-tensioner seat beltsystem cannot be repaired.

The supplemental front air bag systemand pre-tensioner seat belt system

should be inspected by a NISSANdealer if there is any damage to thefront end portion of the vehicle.

If you need to dispose of the suppmental air bag, pre-tensioner seat bsystem or scrap the vehicle, contacNISSAN dealer. Correct supplemen

air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt sytem disposal procedures are set forththe appropriate NISSAN ServManual. Incorrect disposal procedurcould cause personal injury.



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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-justed, your chances of being injured or killed inan 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.0

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WARNING Every person who drives or rides in this

vehicle should use a seat belt at alltimes. Children should be properly re-strained in the rear seat (Crew Cabmodels) and, if appropriate, in a childrestraint.

WARNING The seat belt should be properly a

justedto a snug fit.Failure to doso mreduce the effectiveness of the entrestraint system and increase tchance or severity of injury in an acdent. Serious injury or death can occif 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 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 its

effectiveness. Do not allow more than one person to

use the same seat belt.

Never carry more people in the vehiclethan there are seat belts.

Once the pre-tensioner seat belt hasactivated, it cannot be reused and mustbe replaced together with the retractor.See your NISSAN dealer.

Never allow anyone to ride in the cargoarea or in a slide-in camper or othertype cargo area cover while the vehicleis in motion. These areas do not containseat belts. It is not designed for passen-gers. They could be injured in suddenbraking or a collision.

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.

Removal and installation of the ptensioner seat belt system componenshould be done by a NISSAN dealer.

All seat belt assemblies, including r

tractors and attaching hardwashould be inspected after any collisiby a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recomends that all seat belt assembliesuse during a collision be replaced uless the collision was minor and tbelts show no damage and continueoperate properly. Seat belt assemblnot in use during a collision should abe inspected and replaced if eithdamage or improper operation is note

All child restraints and attaching haware should be inspected after any clision. Always follow the restramanufacturers inspection instructioand replacement recommendatioThe child restraints should be replacif they are damaged.

CHILD SAFETY

Children need adults to help protect theThey need to be properly restrained.

The proper restraint depends on the childs sGenerally, infants up to about 1 year and lthan 20 pounds, (9 kg) should be placed in r

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facing child restraints. Front facing child re-straints are available for children who outgrowrear facing child restraints.

WARNING

Be sure to turn the passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch OFFwhen using a rear facing child restraintin the front passenger seat in models soequipped. If it is not OFF, the air bagmay inflate in a collision. The force ofthe rapidly inflating air bag could causeserious injury or kill the child in thechild restraint. See Passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch andlight earlier in this section.

In Crew Cab models, never install a rearfacing child restraint in the front pas-senger seat. An inflating supplementalair bag could seriously injure or kill yourchild. A rear facing child restraint mustonly be used in the rear seat.

Do not install a child restraint in thejump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child restraintinstallation.

Infants and children need special pro-tection. The vehicles seat belts may notfit them 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 improperlyfitting seat belt could cause serious orfatal injury. Always use appropriatechild restraints.

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 ifavailable (Crew Cab models). According toaccident statistics, children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear seat than inthe front seat. This is especially importantbecause your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (Air bag system) for thefront passenger. See Supplemental re-straint system earlier in this section. Also,see Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch andlight earlier in this section.

Infants and small children

NISSANrecommends that infants and small cdren be placedin child restraints that comply wFederal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or C

nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Yshould choose a child restraint that fits your hicle and always follow the manufacturersstructions for installation and use.

Larger children

Children who are too large for child restrashould be seated and restrained by the seat bwhich are provided.

If the childs seating position has a shoulder b

that fits close to the face or neck, the use obooster seat (commercially available) may hovercome this. The booster seat should raise child so that the shoulder belt is properly potioned across the top, middle portion of shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. Tbooster seat should fit the vehicle seat and ha label certifying that it complies with FedeMotorVehicleSafety Standards or Canadian Mtor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child grown so the shoulderbeltis nolongeron orn

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WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in the cargoareas while the vehicle is moving. The

child 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.

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

1 Adjust the seat.

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2 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor

andinsert thetongueinto thebuckle until youhear 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.

3 Position the lap belt portion low and snug

on the hips as shown.

4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward theretractor to take up extra slack.

The front passenger seat belt and the rear three-point seat belts (Crew Cab only) have a cinchingmechanism for child restraint installation. It isreferred to as the automatic locking mode.

When automatic locking mode is activated theseat belt cannotbe withdrawnagainuntilthe seat

belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fullyretracted. Once retracted, the seat belt is in theemergency locking mode. See Child restraintslater in this section for more information.

The automatic locking mode should used only for child restraint installatiDuring normal seat belt use by a passeger, the locking mode should not be acvated. If it is activated it may cause unco

fortable seat belt tension.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be certathat the seatbacks are completely scured in the latched position. If they anot completely secured, passengers mbe injured in an accident or sudden sto

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Unfastening the seat belts

1 To unfasten the seat belt, press the buttononthe buckle. The seat belt automatically re-tracts.

Checking seat belt operation

Seat belt retractors aredesigned to lock seat beltmovement by two separate methods:

When the seat belt is pulled quickly from theretractor.

When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

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 restrictfurther belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this check or

if you have any questions about seat belt opera-tion, see a NISSAN dealer.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (Fofront seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should be justed to the position best for you. (See Prections on seat belt usage earlier in this sectioTo adjust, pull out the adjustment button1move the shoulder belt anchor to the desiposition2 , so the belt passes over the centethe shoulder. The belt should be away from yface and neck, but not falling off your shouldRelease the adjustment button to lock the shoder 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 make

sure it is securely fixed in position. The shoulder belt anchor height should

be 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.

TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITHOUT RETRACTOR (jump seat inKing Cab models and center of rearseat in Crew Cab models)

WARNING

Do not install a child restraint in thejump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child restraintinstallation.

Serious or fatal injury could occur.

Fastening the belts

1. Insert the tongue into the buckle until hear and feel the latch engage.

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2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of the

belt away from the tongue.

3. Position the lap belt low and snug on the

hips as illustrated.

4. Loosen the belt by holding the tongue

right angle to the belt, then pull on the b

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Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the seat belt, press the button thebuckle.

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 or

front 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, should

be used with NISSAN seat belts. Adults and children who can use the

standard 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 amild soap solution or any solution recom-mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet.Thenwipewith a cloth and allow the seat beltsto dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat beltsto retract until they are completely dry.

If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide

of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts mayretract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guidewith a clean, dry cloth.

Periodically check to see that the sebelt and the metal components, suchbuckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wiresanchors, work properly. If loose parts, deteration, cuts or other damage on the webbin

found, the entire seat belt assembly shouldreplaced.

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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.

In Crew Cab models, never install a refacing child restraint in the front pasenger seat. An inflating supplemenair bag could seriously injure or kill yochild. A rear facing child restraint mu

only be used in the rear seat.

Never install a rear-facing child straint in the front seat of a modequipped with a supplemental air bON/OFF switch unless you first tuOFF the air bag. An inflating air bcould seriously injure or kill your chiSee Passenger supplemental air bON/OFF switch and light earlier in tsection.

An improperly installed child restracould lead to serious injury or deathan accident.

NISSAN recommends that the child straint be installed in the rear seat. Acording to accident statistics, childrare safer when properly restrainedthe rear seat than in the front seat.

In general, child restraints are designed toinstalled with a lap belt or the lap portion o

three-point type seat belt. In addition, this vehis equipped with a universal child restraint lowanchor system, referred to as the LATCH (LoAnchors and Tether for Children) system. So

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child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected tothese lower anchors. For details, see the LATCH(Lower Anchors and Tether for Children) systemlater in this section.

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 Motor Ve-hicle Safety Standard 213.

Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be

sure it is compatible with thevehicles seat andseat belt system.

If the child restraint is compatible with yourvehicle, place your child in the child restraintand check the various adjustments to be surethechild restraintis compatible with your child.Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canadarequire that infants and small children berestrained in an approved child restraint at

all times while the vehicle is being oper-ated.

WARNING

Do not install a child restraint in thejump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child restraint

installation. Improper use of a child restraint can

increase 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, tesbefore you place the child in it. Tiltfrom side to side. Try to tug it forwaand check to see if the belt holds trestraint in place. The child restra

should not move more than 1 inch. If trestraint is not secure, tighten the bas necessary, or put the restraint in aother seat and test it again.

For a front-facing child restraint, if tseat position where it is installed hasthree-point type lap/shoulder becheck to make sure the shoulder bdoesnot go in front of the childs faceneck. If it does, put the shoulder bbehind the child restraint. If you muinstall a front facing child restraintthe front seat, see Installation on fropassenger seat later in this section.

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CAUTION

Remember that a child restraint left in aclosed vehicle can become very hot.Check the seating surface and buckles

before placing your child in the childrestraint.

INSTALLATION ON REAR BENCHSEAT CENTER POSITION (CrewCab models only)

Front facingWhen you install a child restraint in the rearcenter seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. Always follow the restraint manu-facturers instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the crestraint andinsert it into the buckle untilhear and feel the latch engage.

Be sure to follow the child restraint mafacturers instructions for belt routing.

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3. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a verytight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap beltadjustment.

4. 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 it issecurely in place. It should not move morethan 1 inch.

5. Ifit is not secure, try to tighten the belt again,or put the restraint in another seat.

6. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use.

Rear facingWhen you install a child restraint in the rcenter seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seatillustrated. Always follow the restraint mafacturers instructions.


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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. Remove all slack in the lap belt for a verytight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap beltadjustment.

4. Before placing thechild in thechild restrause force to tilt the child restraint from sto side, and tug it forward to make sure securely in place. It should not move mthan 1 inch.

5. If it is not secure, try to tighten the belt agor put the restraint in another seat.

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INSTALLATION ON REAR BENCHSEAT OUTBOARD POSITIONS(Crew Cab models only)

WARNING

The three-point belt in your vehicle isequipped with a locking mode retractorwhich must be used when installing achild 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.

Front facingWhen you install a child restraint in a rear out-board seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-ways follow the restraint manufacturers in-structions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the crestraint andinsert it into the buckle untilhear and feel the latch engage.



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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt isfully extended. At this time, the belt retractoris in the automatic locking mode (child re-straint mode). It reverts back to emergencylocking mode when the belt is fully retracted.

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

If necessary to ensure the child restraint issecure, pull the shoulder belt through theseat belt tongue beyond the stitching in thebelt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted and the childrestraint is removed from the seat, the stitchingon the shoulder belt can be pulled back throughthe seat belt tongue. The stitching locates the

seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back foreasy access for rear seat passengers.

5. Before placing thechild in thechild restrause force to tilt the child restraint from sto side, and tug it forward to make sure securely held in place. It should not mmore than 1 inch.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automlocking mode by trying to pull more belt of the retractor. If you cannot pull any mbelt webbing out of the retractor, the retrtor is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restrainproperly secured prior to each use. If thebis not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

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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 a rear out-board seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-ways follow the restraint manufacturers in-structions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the crestraint andinsert it into the buckle untilhear and feel it engage.



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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt isfully extended. At this time, the belt retractoris in the automatic locking mode (child re-straint mode). It reverts back to emergencylocking mode when the seat belt is fullyretracted.

4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

If necessary to ensure the child restraint issecure, pull the shoulder belt through theseat belt tongue beyond the stitching in thebelt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted and the childrestraint is removed from the seat, the stitchingon the shoulder belt can be pulled back throughthe seat belt tongue. This stitching locates theseat belt tongue near the top of the seat back foreasy access for rear seat passengers.

5. Before placing thechild in thechild restrause force to tilt the child restraint from sto side, and tug it forward to make sure securely held in place. It should not mmore than 1 inch.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automlocking mode by trying to pull more belt of the retractor. If you cannot pull any mbelt webbing out of the retractor, the retrtor is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restrainproperly secured prior to each use. If thebis not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

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After the child restraint is removed and the seatbelt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode) is canceled.

WARNING

Attach LATCH system compatible chrestraints only at the locations showna child restraint is not secured propeyour child could be seriously injuredkilled in an accident.

Do not secure a child restraint in tcenter rear seating position (Crew Cmodels) using the LATCH system achors. The child restraint will not

secured properly.

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Follow all other instructions concern-ing proper installation of child re-straints and the use of air bag ON/OFFswitches (if so equipped) outlined inthis manual.

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 as

the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil-dren) system. This systemmay also be referred toas the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system.With this system, you do not have to use a vehicleseat belt to securethe child restraint. Yourvehicleis 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 child

restraint, 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 seat back 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 compatchild restraint, insert the child restrLATCH system anchor attachments intoanchor points on the seat. If the child straint is equipped with a top tether, s

Top tether strap child restraint later in section for installation instructions.

2. After attaching the child restraint and befplacing the child in it, use force to tilt child restraint from side to side and tuforward to make sure that the child restris securely held in place. It should not mmore than 1 inch.

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1. Hook2. Anchor bracket3. Top strap

TOP TETHER STRAP CHILDRESTRAINT

If your child restrainthas a toptether strap,it mustbe secured to the provided anchor point. Securethe child restraint with a seat belt. Secure the toptether strap to the anchor bracket which providesthe straightest installation of the tether strap.

Tighten the strap according to the manufactur-ers instructions to remove any slack.

WARNING

Child restraint anchor points are designedto withstand only those loads imposed bycorrectly fitted child restraints. Under nocircumstances are they to be used foradult seat belts or harnesses.

Anchor point locationsAnchorpointsare located under the rear windKing Cab vehicles will only have the outer ancpoint. Crew Cab vehicles will have all 3 ancpoints.

If you have any questions when installintop strap child restraint on the rear seconsult your NISSAN dealer for details.

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Flaps are provided in the carpet for easy access

and are marked with the label shown (King Cabonly).

INSTALLATION ON FRONT

PASSENGER SEATFront facing (Three-point type withretractor)

WARNING

If so equipped, keep the passengsupplemental air bag ON/OFF switturned ON unless a rear-facing chrestraint is used in the front seat. If tswitch is OFF, the air bag will not inflain a collision as designed.

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NISSAN recommends that the child re-straint be installed in the rear seat(Crew Cab models). However, if youmust install a forward-facing child re-straint in the front passenger seat,

move the passenger seat to the rear-most position.

Never install a rear facing child restraintin the front seating position of CrewCab models. Install a rear-facing childrestraint in the rear seat only. The forceof the inflating air bag could cause se-rious injury or kill the child in the childrestraint.

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.

If the supplemental air bag warninglight located in the instrument panelnext to the speedometer comes onwhen the passenger supplemental airbag OFF indicator light is also illumi-

nated, something may be wrong withthe supplemental air bag system. Donot use a child restraint in the frontpassenger seat until the system ischecked by your NISSAN dealer.

If you choose to install a child restraint in the fseat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the front psenger seat. Move the seat to the remost position. Always follow the restrmanufacturers instructions.

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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.

4. Allow the seat belt to retract slightly. Pulon the shoulder belt to remove any slacthe belt.

If necessary to ensure the child restrainsecure, pull the shoulder belt through seat belt tongue beyond the stitching inbelt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted and the crestraint is removed from the seat, the stitchon the shoulder belt can be pulled back throuthe seat belt tongue. The stitching locates seat belt tongue near the top of the seat backeasy access for passengers.

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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 for ward to make sure thatit issecurelyheldin 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, theseat belt is in the automatic locking mode.

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 seat

belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode) is canceled.

Rear-facing (Three-point type withretractor, except Crew Cab models)

WARNING

Never install a rear facing child restraintin the front seating position of CrewCab models. Install a rear-facing child

restraint in the rear seat only. The forceof the inflating air bag could cause se-rious injury or kill the child in the childrestraint.

If so equipped, keep the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switchturned ON unless a rear-facing childrestraint is used in the front seat. If theswitch is OFF, the air bag will not inflatein a collision as designed.

Be sure to turn the passenger suppmental air bag ON/OFF switch Owhen using a rear facing child restrain the front passenger seat. If it is nOFF, the air bag may inflate in a co

sion. The force of the rapidly inflatiair bag could cause serious injury or kthe child in the child restraint. SPassenger supplemental air bON/OFF switch and light earlier in tsection.

If the supplemental air bag warnilight located in the instrument panext to the speedometer comes when the passenger supplemental bag OFF indicator light is also illum

nated, something may be wrong wthe supplemental air bag system. not use a child restraint in the fropassenger seat until the system checked by your NISSAN dealer.

The passenger three-point seat beltequipped with an automatic lockimode retractor which must be uswhen installing a child restraint.

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Failure to use the automatic lockingmode will result in the child restraintnot being properly secured. The re-straint could tip over or otherwise beunsecured and cause injury to the child

in a sudden stop or collision.

If you choose to install a child restraint in the frontseat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the front pas-senger seat. Move the seat to the rear-most position. Always follow the child re-straint manufacturers instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the crestraint and insert the belt tongue into buckle until you hear and feel the latch gage.



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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 belt to retract. Pull upon the belt toremove any slack in the belt. 5. Before placing thechild in thechild restrause force to tilt the child restraint from sto side, and tug it forward to make sure tit issecurely heldin place. It shouldnot mmore than 1 inch.

6. Ensure the retractor is in the automatic loing mode by trying to pull more seat belt of the retractor. If you cannot pull any mbelt webbing out of the retractor, the retrtor is in the automatic locking mode.

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7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If the lapbelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seatbelt is fully retracted the automatic locking mode

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2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Meters and gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Compass and outside temperature display(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Outside temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Compass display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders . . . . . . . 2-9Checking bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Security systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15Vehicle security system (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Switch operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18

Rear window defroster switch

(Crew Cab models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19Headlight and turn signal switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Headlight control switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20Fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22Cargo lamp switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23Power outlet (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25

Storage compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25

Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26Grocery hooks (King Cab only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28Power windows (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28Manual windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30Rear sliding window (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30

Interior lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30Map lights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32

Illuminated entry system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32Battery saver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32

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1. Headlight/turn signal switch2. Meters and gauges3. Windshield wiper/washer switch4. Power point5. Heater and air conditioner

6. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switchlight (if so equipped)

7. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch (so equipped)

8. Front passenger supplemental air ba9. Glove box10. Audio system11. Hazard warning flasher switch12. Automatic/manual selector lever13. Transfer case shift lever (if so

equipped)14. Parking brake release lever15. Cruise control main/set switch (if so

equipped)16. Driver supplemental air bag17. Steering wheel switch for audio con

trols (if so equipped)18. Vehicle dynamics control (VDC) off

switch (if so equipped)19. Cargo lamp switch

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1. Speedometer

2. Odometer3. Reset button

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed inmiles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour(km/h).

Odometer

The odometer records the total distance the ve-hicle has been driven.

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The trip odometer records the distance of indi-vidual trips. Before each trip reset the trip odom-eter.

Push the reset button to change the display asfollows:

ODO (odometer) TRIP A TRIP BODO

Push and hold the reset button for more than 1second to reset either trip odometer.

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TACHOMETER

The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-lutions per minute (r/min). The red zone 1 isshown in the illustration.

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the redzone, shift to a higher gear. Operating theengine in the red zone may cause seriousengine damage.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE

GAUGEThegauge indicates the engine coolant tempera-ture. Theengine coolant temperature is withinthenormal range when the gauge needle points be-tween the C and the H on the gauge.

The engine coolant temperature varies with theoutside air temperature and driving conditions.

CAUTION

If the gauge indicates engine coolant teperature over the normal range, stop tvehicle as soon as safely possible. If tengine is overheated, continued ope

tion of the vehicle may seriously damathe engine. See the In case of emgency section for immediate actirequired.

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FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the approximate fuel levelin the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during braking,turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.

The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after theignition key is turned to OFF.

The low fuel warning light comes on when theamount of fuel in the tank is getting low.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-ters E (Empty).

The indicates that the fuel filler lid is lo-cated on the passenger side of the vehicle.

CAUTION

If the vehicle r uns out of fuel,

the malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon aspossible. After a few driving trips,

the lamp should turn off. If the

lamp remains on after a few drivingtrips, have the vehicle inspected by aNISSAN dealer.

For additional information, see Mal-function indicator lamp (MIL) later inthis section.

This unit has the following functions:

Measures terrestrial magnetism and indicaheading direction of vehicle

Indicates outside air temperature

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

Push the MODE button1 when the ignition keyis in the ACC or ON position. The outside tem-perature will be displayed2 in F.

Push the MODE button to change from F toC.

When the outside temperature is be-tween 130F (55C) and 158F (70C), thedisplay shows 130F (55C) .

When the outside temperature is lower

than -40F (-40C) or higher than 158F(70C), the display shows only

though it is operating. This is not a mal-function.

The outside temperature sensor is lo-cated in front of the radiator. The sensormay be affected by road or engine heat,

wind direction and other driving condi-tions. The display may differ from theactual outside temperature or the tem-perature displayed on various signs orbillboards.

Temperature display will not update un-less the vehicle is moving faster than 12mph (20 km/h), or the ignition switch hasbeen OFF for 4 hours.

COMPASS DISPLAY

Push the MODE button1 when the ignition keyisin the ACC orON position. The direction will bedisplayed2 .

Zone variation change procedure

The difference between magnetic north and geo-graphical north is known as variance. In someareas, this difference can sometimes be greatenough to cause false compass readings. Followthese instructions to set the variance for yourparticular location if this happens:

1. Establish your location on the zone mRefer to the illustration. Record your zonumber.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON positi

3. Pushthe MODEbuttonin for 5 seconds u

the current zone entry number and VAR icon is displayed.

4. Press the MODE button repeatedly untildesired zone entry number is displayed.

Once the desired zone number is displayed, spressing the MODE button and the display show compass direction within a few second

NOTE:

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If a magnet is located near the compaor the vehicle is driven where the terrtrial magnetism is disturbed, the copass display may not indicate the corrdirection.

In places where the terrestrial magtism is disturbed, the correction of direction starts automatically.

Correction functions of the compassdisplay

The compass display is equipped with automcorrection function. If the direction is not shocorrectly, carry out the manual correction produre set out below.

Manual correction procedure1. Push the MODE button for about 10 sonds. The CAL icon will illuminate.

2. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open and sarea. The initial correc

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