2002 nissan frontier crew cab

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Welcome to the growing family of newNISSAN owners. This vehicle has beendelivered to you with confidence. It wasproduced using the latest techniques andstrict quality control.

This manual was prepared to help youunderstand the operation and maintenanceof your vehicle so that you may enjoy manymiles of driving pleasure. Please readthrough this manual before operating yourvehicle.

In the U.S., a separate Warranty Informa-tion Booklet or in Canada, a Warrantyand Roadside Assistance InformationBooklet explains details about the war-ranties covering your vehicle. TheNISSAN Service and MaintenanceGuide explains details about maintain-ing and servicing your vehicle. Addition-ally, a separate Customer Care/LemonLaw Booklet (U.S. only) will explain howto resolve any concerns you may havewith your vehicle, as well as clarify yourrights under your states lemon law.

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Before driving your vehicle please read thisowners manual carefully. This will ensurefamiliarity with controls and maintenancerequirements, assisting you in the safe op-eration of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

Follow these important driving rules tohelp ensure a safe and complete trip foryou and your passengers

NEVER drive under the influence ofalcohol or drugs.

ALWAYS observe posted speed lim-its and never drive too fast for con-ditions.

ALWAYS use your seat belts andappropriate child restraint systems.Pre-teen children should be seatedin the rear seat.

ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-tures to all occupants of the vehicle.

ALWAYS review this owners mfor important safety information

For descriptions specified for fourdrive models, a mark is plathe beginning of the appsections/items.

As with other vehicles with featuroff-road use, failure to operatewheel drive models correctly may in loss of control or an accident. Bto read Driving safety precautionthe Starting and driving section manual.

ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DR

This vehicle will handle and mandifferently from an ordinary passcar because it has a higher cengravity for off-road use. As with vehicles with features of this type, fto operate this vehicle correctly msult in loss of control or an acciden

Be sure to read On-pavement anroad driving precautions, and Avocollision and rollover, and Dsafety precautions, in the Startindriving section of this manual.

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All rights reserved. No part of this OwnersManual may be reproduced or stored in aretrieval system, or transmitted in any form,or by any means, electronic, mechanical,photocopying, recording or otherwise, with-out the prior written permission of NissanNorth America, Inc., Gardena, California.


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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedicationto produce the finest in safe, reliable and eco-

nomical transportation. Your vehicle is the prod-uct of a successful worldwide company thatmanufactures cars and trucks in over 17 coun-tries and distributes them in 170 nations.

NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufac-tured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which wasfounded in Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSANaffiliates world wide, collectively growing to be-come the fifth largest automaker in the world. Inaddition to cars and trucks, NISSAN also makesforklift trucks, marine engines, boats and otherdiversified products.

NISSAN has made a substantial and growinginvestment in North America. NISSANs commit-ment is nearly $4 billion dollars in capital invest-ments in facilities across the continent. Some of

the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturingfacility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling

design at Nissan Design America, Inc. in SanDiego, California, and engineering at NissanTechnical Center North America in FarmingtonHills, Michigan. Additionally, NISSAN employsnearly 18,000 people throughout the UnitedStates, Canada, and Mexico. An additional71,000 people work for the 1,500 NISSAN andINFINITI dealers across North America.

NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to theCanadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-pliers and over 140 dealers employ approxi-mately 4,500 people. These include company

employees and the staffs of NISSAN dealers allacross Canada. In addition, many Canadianswork for companies that supply NISSAN andNISSAN dealers with materials and servicesranging from operation of port facilities and trans-

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NISSAN pioneered the use of electroncomputers in automobiles, and has led thetry in improving both performance and fciency through new engine designs and of synthetic materials to reduce vehicle

The company has also developed ways quality into its vehicles at each stageproduction process, both through extensof automation and most importathrough an awareness that people are ttral element in quality control.

From the time the parts arrived from ourers until you took delivery of your new Ndozens of checks were made to ensure ththe best job was being done in producdelivering your vehicle. NISSAN also takecare to ensure that when you take your N

to your dealer for maintenance, the servicnician will perform his work accordingquality standards that have been establisthe factory.

Safety has also been built into your NISSyou know, seat belts are an integral parsafety systems that will help protect you apassengers in the event of a sudden stoaccident. We urge you to use the seat belttime you drive the vehicle.

The NISSAN story of growth and achiereflects our major goal: to provide y

customer, with a vehicle that is built withand craftsmanship a product that weproud to build and you can be proud to o

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Table ofContents

Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems

Instrument s and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner and audio system s

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer informat ion

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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental airbag systems

Seats ......................................................................1-2Seat adjustment ................................................1-2Tilting rear bench seat(Crew Cab models only)....................................1-4

Jump seats (if so equipped)...................................1-5Head restraint adjustment......................................1-5Supplemental restraint system...............................1-6

Precautions on supplemental restraintsystem ...............................................................1-6

Passenger supplemental air bag on/offswitch and light (except Crew Cabmodels)............................................................1-13Supplemental air bag warning labels..............1-16Supplemental air bag warning light.................1-16

Seat belts .............................................................1-18Precautions on seat belt usage ......................1-18Child safety......................................................1-19

Pregnant women .............................................1-21Injured persons................................................1-21

Three-point type seat belt with retractor .........1-21Two-point type seat belt withoutretractor (Jump seat in King Cabmodels and center of rear seat in CrewCab models) ...........................................................Seat belt extenders .........................................1-26Seat belt maintenance ....................................1-26

Child restraints .....................................................1-27Precautions on child restraints........................1-27Installation on rear bench seat centerposition (Crew Cab models only)....................1-29Installation on rear bench seat outboardpositions (Crew Cab models only) ..................1-31Top tether strap child restraint........................1-36Installation on front passenger seat................1-37


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WARNING

Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt willnot be against your body. In an acci-dent you could be thrown into it andreceive neck or other serious inju-ries. You could also slide under thelap belt and receive serious internalinjuries.

For most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seatshould be upright. Always sit wellback in the seat and adjust the seatproperly. See Precautions on SeatBelt Usage later in this section.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING Do not adjust the drivers seat

driving so full attention may beto vehicle operation. The seatmove suddenly and could closs of control of the vehicle.

After adjustment, gently rock iseat to make sure it is seclocked.

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Forward and backward

Pull the lever up and hold it while you slidethe seat forward or backward to the desiredposition. Release the lever to lock the seatin position.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever upand lean back. To bring the seatback for-ward, pull the lever up and lean your bodyforward. Release the lever to lock the seat-back in position.

Tilting

The front passengers seat can be tmake it easier for jump seat passengget in and out.

To tilt the seatback, pull the recliningup or push the tilt lever down. Thautomatically moves forward.

To return the seat, move the wholbackward, then push the seatback uplocks.

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WARNING

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

TILTING REAR BENCH SEAT

(Crew Cab models only)The rear bench seat can be tilted to removethe jacking tools from the storage area.

To tilt the seat back, pull the strap up andpush the seat back forward.

WARNING

Never allow anyone to ride in the carea or on the rear seat when it is fold-down position. Use of these aby passengers without prope

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WARNING

Do not use a child restraint in thejump seats (King Cab model). Theseseats are not suitable for child re-straint installation.

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

To raise the head restraint, pull it ulower, push and hold the lock knob

push the head restraint down.WARNING

Head restraints should be adjproperly as they may provide sicant protection against injury in acident. Do not remove them. Checadjustment after someone else the seat.

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Adjust the center of the head restraint evenwith the center of your ears.

NOTE:

The head restraints on the bench seatare not adjustable.

PRECAUTIONS ONSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM

This supplemental restraint system sectioncontains important information concerning

the driver and passenger supplemental airbags. The supplemental restraint system airbags can help reduce impact force to thedriver and front passenger in certain frontalcollisions. The supplemental air bags aredesigned to supplement the crash protec-tion provided by the driver and front passen-ger seat belts and are not a substitute forthem. Seat belts should always be correctlyworn and the driver and front passenger

seated a suitable distance away from thesteering wheel and instrument panel. SeeSeat belts for instructions and precautionson seat belt usage later in this section.

The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ON orSTART position.

After turning the ignition key to thposition, the supplemental air baging light illuminates. The supplemair bag warning light will turn offabout 7 seconds if the system is otional.

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WARNING

The supplemental air bags ordinarilywill not inflate in the event of a sideimpact, rear impact, roll over, orlower severity frontal collision. Al-ways wear your seat belts to helpreduce the risk or severity of injuryin various kinds of accidents.

The seat belts and the supplemental

air bags are most effective when youare sitting well back and upright inthe seat. Supplemental air bags in-flate with great force. If you are un-restrained, leaning forward, sittingsideways or out of position in anyway, you are at greater risk of injuryor death in a crash. You may alsoreceive serious or fatal injuries fromthe supplemental air bag if you areup against it when it inflates. Always

sit back against the seatback and as

far away as practical from the sing wheel or instrument paneways use the seat belts.

Keep hands on the outside osteering wheel. Placing them i

the steering wheel rim could incthe risk that they are injured whesupplemental air bag inflates.

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WARNING

Never let children ride unrestraDo not attempt to hold them inlap or arms. Some examples ofgerous riding positions are sho

the illustrations. Children may be severely injur

killed when the supplemental ainflates if they are not properstrained.

Never install a rear-facing chistraint in the front seat of a mequipped with a supplementbag ON/OFF switch unless youturn OFF the air bag. An inf

supplemental air bag could ously injure or kill your childChild restraints later in thistion for details.

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Supplemental air bag system

The driver supplemental air bag is located inthe center of the steering wheel. The passen-ger supplemental air bag is located in the topright section of the instrument panel.

These systems are designed to meet optionalcertification requirements under U.S. regula-tions. They are also permitted in Canada. The

optional certification allows air bags to bedesigned to inflate somewhat less forcefullythan previously. However, all of the infor-

mation, cautions and warnings imanual still apply and must be follo

The supplemental air bag system is deto inflate in higher severity frontal collalthough it may inflate if the forces in a

type of collision are similar to those of aseverity frontal impact. It may not incertain frontal collisions. Vehicle damalack of it) is not always an indication of supplemental air bag system operation

The front passenger supplemental airequipped with an ON/OFF switch (crew cab models which have a rear schild restraint installation). Because nseat exists where a rear facing child re

can be secured in other models, the swdesigned to turn OFF the passenger smental air bag so that a rear facinrestraint can be used in the front passseat. See Passenger supplemental aON/OFF switch and light later in this sfor details.

When the supplemental air bag inflafairly loud noise may be heard, followthe release of smoke. This smoke

harmful and does not indicate a fireshould be taken not to intentionally inas it may cause irritation and ch

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Those with a history of a breathing conditionshould get fresh air promptly.

The supplemental air bags, along with the useof the seat belts, helps to cushion the impactforce on the face and chest of the occupant. Itcan help save lives and reduce serious inju-

ries. However, an inflating supplemental airbag may cause facial abrasions or other inju-ries. Supplemental air bags do not providerestraint to the lower body.

Seat belts should be correctly worn and thedriver and passenger seated upright as faras practical away from the steering wheel orinstrument panel. The supplemental airbags inflate quickly in order to help protectthe front occupants. Because of this, the

force of the supplemental air bags inflatingcan increase the risk of injury if the occu-pant is too close to, or is against, thesupplemental air bag module during infla-tion.

The supplemental air bags deflate quicklyafter a collision.

The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the ignition switch is in the ON orSTART position.

WARNING

Do not place any objects on thesteering wheel pad or on the instru-ment panel. Also, do not place anyobjects between any occupant and

the steering wheel or on the instru-ment panel. Such objects may be-come dangerous projectiles, andcause injury if the supplemental airbag inflates.

Right after inflation, several supple-mental air bag system componentswill be hot. Do not touch them; youmay severely burn yourself.

No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring ofthe supplemental air bag system. Thisis to prevent accidental inflation ofthe supplemental air bag or damageto the supplemental air bag system.

Do not make unauthorized changes toyour vehicles electrical system, sus-pension system or front end structure.This could affect proper operation ofthe supplemental air bag system.

Tampering with the supplementbag system may result in seriousonal injury. Tampering incchanges to the steering wheel aninstrument panel assembly, bying material over the steering w

pad and above the instrument por by installing additional trim rial around the supplemental asystem.

Work around and on the suppletal air bag system should be doan authorized NISSAN dealer.

Installation of electrical equipshould also be done by an a

rized NISSAN dealer. The yelloworange Supplemental Restrainttem (SRS) wiring should nomodified or disconnected. Unarized electrical test equipmenprobing devices should not beon the supplemental air bag sy

A cracked windshield should bplaced immediately by a quarepair facility. A cracked winds

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The SRS wiring harness connectorsare yellow and orange for easy iden-tification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that

you inform the buyer about the supplemen-tal air bag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this owners manual.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system(For front seats)

WARNING

The pre-tensioner seat belt cannotbe reused after activation. It must be

replaced together with the retractorand buckle as a unit.

If the vehicle becomes involved in afrontal collision but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be sure tohave the pre-tensioner systemchecked and, if necessary, replacedby your NISSAN dealer.

No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiring

of the pre-tensioner seat belt sys-

tem. This is to prevent accidentalactivation of the pre-tensioner seat-belt or damage to the pre-tensionerseat belt operation. Tampering withthe pre-tensioner seat belt systemmay result in serious personal in-

jury.

Work around and on the pre-tensioner system should be done byan authorized NISSAN dealer. Instal-lation of electrical equipment shouldalso be done by an authorized NIS-SAN dealer. Unauthorized electricaltest equipment and probing devicesshould not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.

If you need to dispose of the pre-tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con-tact an authorized NISSAN dealer.Correct pre-tensioner disposal pro-cedures are set forth in the appropri-ate NISSAN Service Manual. Incor-rect disposal procedures couldcause personal injury.

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt sys-tem activates in conjunction with the supple-mental air bag. Working with the seat belt

retractor, it helps tighten the seat binstant the vehicle becomes involcertain types of collisions.

The pre-tensioner is encased with th

belts retractor. These seat belts arethe same as conventional seat belts

When the pre-tensioner seat belt actsmoke is released and a loud noise mheard. The smoke is not harmfulshould be taken not to intentionally inas it may cause irritation and chThose with a history of a breathing coshould get fresh air promptly.

If any abnormality occurs in thetensioner system, the supplemental awarning light will flash intermafter the ignition key is turned to theSTART position. In this case, thtensioner seat belt will not function pro

When selling your vehicle, we requeyou inform the buyer about thetensioner seat belt system and guibuyer to the appropriate sections

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PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH ALIGHT (except Crew Cab mod

WARNING

Air bags and seat belts are designwork asa unit. Do not switch the aOFF unless you meet federal goment criteria. Switching off the aimay increase the risk of serious oinjuries in a collision where the aiwould have inflated.

In rare instances, some passengeexposed to serious injury risks from in

air bags, especially if not propestrained. The U.S. and Canadian governments recognize other limited cstances in which an air bag could rsafety. The passenger air bag Oswitch is, therefore, allowed in modelout full rear seats. Because the overaefits of air bags are great, in most situair bags should not be switched off special government criteria exist.

The passenger air bag ON/OFF swlocated in the center of the instrpanel, near the ashtray. It can be u

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turn the passenger supplemental air bagOFF.

The ON/OFF switch should ONLY be usedto turn the passenger supplemental air bagOFF when the following government criteriaexists:

Infants (less than 1 year old) in rearfacing child restraints MUST be placedin the front passenger seat.

Children ages 1-12 years MUST beplaced in the front passenger seat.

The passenger has a medical conditionwhich, according to a physician, causesthe air bag to pose a special risk and

makes the potential harm from the air-bag greater than the potential harmfrom turning off the air bag.

Seat belts and child restraints should al-ways be properly used. See Precautionson seat belt usage and Child restraintslater in this section for details.

To turn the passenger supplemental air bagOFF, insert the ignition key in the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch and

turn the switch clockwise to the OFF position.Then remove the key. When the ignition isturned to the ON or START position the

passenger air bag OFF indicator light willilluminate to indicate the air bag is OFF. Toturn the passenger supplemental air bag ON,insert the ignition key in the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch andturn the switch counter clockwise to the ON

position. Then remove the key. When theignition is turned to the ON or START posi-tion the passenger air bag OFF indicator lightwill illuminate for 7 seconds to indicate thesystem is working properly and then go out toindicate that the passenger supplemental airbag is ON.

1. Do not operate the passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch when the

ignition is ON.2. Fully turn the passenger supplemental

air bag ON/OFF switch to either the ONor OFF position.

3. Always remove the ignition key after us-ing the passenger supplemental air bagON/OFF switch.

4. The passenger air bag OFF indicatorlight should illuminate for 7 seconds after

the ignition is turned to the ON or STARTposition. If not, the vehicle should betaken to an authorized NISSAN dealer.

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

When the switch is turned to the ONtion, the passenger supplemental airenabled and could inflate in a frontasion. When the switch is turned to thposition, the passenger supplemenbag is disabled and will not inflatefrontal collision. The passenger supptal air bag OFF indicator light on the ment panel illuminates when the passsupplemental air bag ON/OFF swturned to the OFF position. The driversupplemental air bag always remaiabled and is not affected by the passsupplemental air bag ON/OFF switch

The passenger supplemental air bagdisplaying OFF in the center of the ment panel, monitors the position passenger supplemental air bag Oswitch. When the ignition key is in theSTART position, the light illuminatabout 7 seconds and then turns off if bag ON/OFF switch is in the ON positstays on if the passenger supplemenbag ON/OFF switch is in the OFF po



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WARNING

Do not switch the air bag OFF unlessyou meet the federal government cri-teria outlined previously. This ve-hicle (except Crew Cab models) isequipped with seat belts with a loadlimiter feature. The seat belts aredesigned to work with the air bags toreduce the risk of injury in a colli-sion. The seat belts are designed torelease additional belt webbing dur-ing some collisions to reduce theconcentration of force on the occu-pants chest area. In a collision withthe airbag turned OFF, the seat beltmay allow the occupant enough for-

ward movement to incur serious orfatal injuries.

Keep the passenger supplementalair bag ON/OFF switch turned ONunless a rear-facing child restraintmust be used in the front seat, ifchildren ages 1-12 must be placed inthe front seat, or if the passengerhas a medical condition, which, ac-cording to a physician, causes the

air bag to pose a special risk of harm(the federal government criteria). If

the switch is OFF, the air bag will notinflate in a collision as designed andthe extra protection provided by theair bag may be lost.

Be sure to turn the passenger

supplemental air bag ON/OFF switchOFF when using a rear facing childrestraint in the front passenger seat.If it is not OFF, the air bag may inflatein a collision. The force of the rapidlyinflating air bag could cause seriousinjury or kill the child in the childrestraint. Children ages 1-12 andpersons with special medical condi-tions may also be at risk from aninflating air bag.

If the supplemental air bag warninglight located in the instrument panelnext to the speedometer comes onwhen the passenger supplementalair bag OFF light is also illuminated,something may be wrong with the airbag system. Infants, children ages1-12 or persons with special medicalconditions should not use the frontpassenger seat until the system ischecked by your NISSAN dealer.



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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG

WARNING LABELSWarning labels about the supplemental airbag system are placed in the vehicle asshown in the illustration.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG

WARNING LIGHTThe supplemental air bag warningdisplaying in the instrumentmonitors the circuits of the supplemebag and pre-tensioner seat belt syThe circuits monitored by the supplemair bag warning light are the diagnossor unit, the supplemental air bag mopre-tensioner seat belts and all relateing.

When the ignition key is in the ON or Sposition, the supplemental air bag w

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light illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.

If any of the following system conditionsoccur, the supplemental air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicingand should be taken to an authorizedNISSAN dealer:

The supplemental air bag warning lightremains on after approximately 7 sec-onds.

The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently.

The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the SupplementalRestraint System (supplemental air bag orpre-tensioner seat belt systems) may notfunction properly. It must be checked andrepaired.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that thesupplemental air bag or pre-tensionerseat belt systems will not operate in anaccident.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental air bag modules are de-signed to inflate on a one-time-only basis.As a reminder, unless it is damaged, thesupplemental air bag warning light remainsilluminated after inflation has occurred.Repair and replacement of the supplemen-tal air bag system should be done only byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

When maintenance work is required on thevehicle, the supplemental front air bags,pre-tensioner seat belts and related partsshould be pointed out to the person conduct-ing the maintenance.

The ignition key must always be in theLOCK position when working under thehood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

Once the supplemental front aihas inflated, the air bag modulnot function and must be replAdditionally, if any of the suppletal airbags inflate, the pre-tensseat belts must also be replacedair bag module and pre-tensseat belt system should be repby an authorized NISSAN dealeair bag module and pre-tensseat belt system cannot be rep

The supplemental air bag syshould be inspected by an arized NISSAN dealer if there isdamage to the front end portithe vehicle, or replaced if the sumental air bag has inflated.

If you need to dispose of the sumental air bag, pre-tensionerbelt system or scrap the vecontact an authorized NISdealer. Correct supplemental aand pre-tensioner seat belt sydisposal procedures are set fothe appropriate NISSAN SeManual. Incorrect disposal pdures could cause personal inj


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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT

USAGEYour chances of being injured in an acci-dent and/or the severity of injury may begreatly reduced if you are wearing your seatbelt and it is properly adjusted. NISSANstrongly encourages you and all of yourpassengers to buckle up every time youdrive, even if your seating position includesa supplemental air bag.

Most U.S. States and Canadian prov-

inces or territories specify that seat beltsbe worn at all times when a vehicle isbeing driven.

WARNING

Every person who drives or rides inthis vehicle should use a seat belt atall times. Children should be prop-erly restrained and, if appropriate, inchild restraints.

The seat belt should be properly ad-justedto a snug fit. Failure to doso mayreduce the effectiveness of the entirerestraint system and increase thechance or severity of injury in an acci-

dent. Serious injury or death can occurif the seat belt is not worn properly.

Always route the shoulder belt

your shoulder and across your Never run the belt behind your under your arm or across your The belt should be away from youand neck, but not falling off your sder.

Position the lap belt as low andas possible AROUND THE NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worhigh could increase the risk of

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Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-

curely fastened to the proper buckle. Do not wear the seat belt inside out

or twisted. Doing so may reduce itseffectiveness.

Do not allow more than one personto use the same seat belt.

Never carry more people in the ve-hicle than there are seat belts.

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 con-tain seat belts. It is not designed forpassengers. They could be injured in

sudden braking or a collision. If the seat belt warning light glows

continuously while the ignition isturned ON with all doors closed andall seat belts fastened, it may indi-cate a malfunction in the system.Have the system checked by an au-thorized NISSAN dealer.

All seat belt assemblies includingretractors and attaching hardwareshould be inspected by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer after any colli-sion. NISSAN recommends that allseat belt assemblies in use during acollision be replaced unless the col-lision was minor and the belts showno damage and continue to operateproperly. Seat belt assemblies not inuse during a collision should also beinspected and replaced if either dam-

age or improper operation is noted.

All child restraints and attahardware should be inspectedany collision. Always follow thstraint manufacturers inspectistructions and replacement remendations. The child rest

should be replaced if they are aged.

CHILD SAFETY

Children need adults to help pthem. They need to be properstrained.

The proper restraint depends on the size. Generally, infants up to about and less than 20 pounds (9 kg) shoplaced in rear facing child restraintsfacing child restraints are available fodren who outgrow rear facing chstraints.

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WARNING

Be sure to turn the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switchOFF when using a rear facing childrestraint in the front passenger seatin models so equipped. If it is notOFF, the air bag may inflate in acollision. The force of the rapidlyinflating air bag could cause seriousinjury or kill the child in the childrestraint. See Passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch andlight earlier in this section.

In Crew Cab models, never install arear facing child restraint in the frontpassenger seat. An inflating supple-mental air bag could seriously injureor kill your child. A rear facing childrestraint must only be used in therear seat.

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

Infants and children need specialprotection. The vehicles seat beltsmay not fit them properly. The shoul-der belt may come too close to the-face or neck. The lap belt may notfitover their small hip bones. In an

accident, an improperly fitting seatbelt could cause serious or fatal in-jury. Always use appropriate childrestraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces orterritories require the use of approved childrestraints for infants and small children. SeeChild restraints later in this section formore information.

In addition, there are many types of childrestraints available for larger children whichshould be used for maximum protection.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teenchildren be restrained in the rear seat ifpossible. According to accident statis-tics, children are safer when properlyrestrained in the rear seat than in thefront seat.

This is especially important becauseyour vehicle has a supplemental re-straint system (Supplemental air bag

system) for the front passenger (Focautions, see Supplemental resystem earlier in this section). AlsPassenger air bag ON/OFF switclight earlier in this section.

Infants and small childrenNISSAN recommends that infants andchildren be seated in child restraincomply with Federal Motor Vehicle Standards or Canadian Motor VSafety Standards. You should chochild restraint which fits your vehicalways follow the manufacturers itions for installation and use.

Larger childrenChildren who are too large for chstraints should be seated and restrainthe seat belts which are provided.

If the childs seating position has a shbelt that fits close to the face or necuse of a booster seat (commerciallyable) may help overcome this. The bseat should raise the child so the sh

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should fit the vehicle seat and have a labelcertifying that it complies with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo-tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once thechild has grown so the shoulder belt is nolonger on or near the face and neck, use the

shoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in thecargo areas while the vehicle is mov-ing. The child could be seriously in-jured or killed in an accident or suddenstop.

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnant womenuse seat belts. The seat belt should be wornsnug, and always position the lap belt aslow as possible around the hips, not thewaist. Place the shoulder belt over yourshoulder and across your chest. Never runthe lap/shoulder belt over your abdominalarea. Contact your doctor for specific rec-

ommendations.

INJURED PERSONSNISSAN recommends that injured personsuse seat belts, depending on the injury.Check with your doctor for specific recom-mendations.

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BWITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

Every person who drives or ridthis vehicle should use a seat ball times. Children should be erly restrained and, if appropriaa child restraint.

Do not ride in a moving vehicle the seatback is reclined. This cdangerous. The shoulder belt wbe against your body. In an acc

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you could be thrown into it and re-ceive neck or other serious injuries.You could also slide under the lap beltand receive serious internal injuries.

For most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion, the seatshould be upright. Always sit wellback in the seat and adjust the seatbelt properly.

Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac-tor and insert the tongue into the buckle

until you hear and feel the latch engage.The retractor is designed to lock duringa sudden stop or on impact. A slowpulling motion permits the seat belt tomove, and allows you some freedom ofmovement in the seat.

3. Position the lap belt portion low on thehips as shown.

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

The front passenger seat belt has a cinch-ing mechanism for child restraint installa-tion. It is referred to as the automatic lockingmode.

When the cinching mechanism is activatedthe seat belt cannot be extracted again until

the seat belt tongue is detached from thebuckle and the seat belt is fully retracted.

See Child restraints later in this secmore information.

The automatic locking mode shoused only for child restraint instalDuring normal seat belt use by a pager, the locking mode should n

activated. If it is activated it may uncomfortable seat belt tension.

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Unfastening the seat beltTo unfasten the seat belt, press the buttonon the buckle. The seat belt automaticallyretracts.

Checking seat belt operationSeat belt retractors are designed to lockseat belt movement by two separate meth-ods:

1) When the seat belt is pulled quickly fromthe retractor.

2) 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 quicklyforward. The retractor should lock andrestrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this

check, or if you have any questions aboutseat belt operation, see an authorizedNISSAN dealer.

Shoulder belt height adjustme(For front seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height shoadjusted to the position best for youPrecautions on seat belt usage eathis section.) To adjust, pull out the ament button and move the shouldanchor to the desired position, so thpasses over the center of the shouldebelt should be away from your facneck, but not falling off of your sh

Release the adjustment button to loshoulder belt anchor into position.

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WARNING

After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and try to move theshoulder belt anchor up and down tomake sure it is securely fixed inposition.

The shoulder belt anchor heightshould be adjusted to the positionbest for you. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the en-tire restraint system and increasethe chance or severity of injury in anaccident.

TWO-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITHOUT RETRACTOR (Jumpseat in King Cab models and cen-ter of rear seat in Crew Cab mod-els)

WARNING


Serious or fatal injury could occur.

Fastening the seat belts

1. Insert the tongue into the buckle unhear and feel the latch engage.

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2. Tighten the belt by pulling the free end ofthe belt away from the tongue.

3. Position the lap belt low and snug onthe hips as illustrated.

4. Loosen the belt by holding the tona right angle to the belt, then pull

belt.

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Unfastening the seat belt

To unfasten the belt, press the button on thebuckle.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position,it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender isavailable which is compatible with the in-stalled seat belts. The extender adds ap-

proximately 8 inches (200 mm) of lengthand may be used for either the driver or frontpassenger seating position. See an autho-rized NISSAN dealer for assistance if theextender is required.

WARNING

Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,made by the same company whichmade the original equipment seat

belts, should be used with NISSANseat belts.

Adults and children who can use thestandard seat belt should not use anextender. Such unnecessary usecould result in serious personal in-jury in the event of an accident.

Never use seat belt extenders stall child restraints. If the chistraint is not secured properlychild could be seriously injurecollision or sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

To clean the seat belt webbingsa mild soap solution or any srecommended for cleaning upholscarpet. Then wipe with a cloth andthe seat belts to dry in the shade. allow the seat belts to retract unare completely dry.

If dirt builds up in the shouldeguide of the seat belt anchors, thbelts may retract slowly. Wipe theder belt guide with a clean, dry cl

Periodically check to see that thbelt and the metal componentsas buckles, tongues, retractors, fwires and anchors, work propeloose parts, deterioration, cuts odamage on the webbing is foun

entire seat belt assembly should placed.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILDRESTRAINTS

WARNING

Infants and small children shouldalways be placed in an appropriatechild restraint while riding in the ve-hicle. Failure to use a child restraintcan result in serious injury or death.

Infants and small children shouldnever be carried on your lap. It is notpossible for even the strongest adult

to resist the forces of a severe acci-dent. The child could be crushedbetween the adult and parts of thevehicle. Also, do not put the sameseat belt around both your child andyourself.

In Crew Cab models, never install arear facing child restraint in the frontpassenger seat. An inflating supple-mental air bag could seriously injureor kill your child. A rear facing childrestraint must only be used in therear seat.

Never install a rear-facing child re-straint in the front seat of a modelequipped with a supplemental air

bag ON/OFF switch unless you firstturn OFF the air bag. An inflating airbag could seriously injure or killyour child. See Passenger supple-mental air bag ON/OFF switch andlight earlier in this section.

An improperly installed child re-straint could lead to serious injury ordeath in an accident.

NISSAN recommends that the restraint be installed in the rearAccording to accident statichildren are safer when properstrained in the rear seat than infront seat.

In general, child restraints are desigbe installed with a lap belt or the lap pof a three-point type seat belt.

Child restraints for infants and smadren of various sizes are offered by smanufacturers. When selecting anyrestraint, keep the following points in

1) Choose only a restraint with a labtifying that it complies with FederalVehicle Safety Standard 213 or dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standar

2) Check the child restraint in your vto be sure it is compatible with thecles seat and seat belt system. Ca child restraint that meets the guidof the Society of Automotive Engrecommended practice J1819 forestraint installation.

3) If the child restraint is compatibyour vehicle, place your child in th

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restraint and check the various adjust-ments to be sure the child restraint iscompatible with your child. Always followall of the recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canadarequire that infants and small children be

restrained in an approved child restraintat all times while the vehicle is beingoperated.

WARNING


Improper use of a child restraint can

result in increased injuries for boththe infant or child and other occu-pants in the vehicle.

Follow all of the child restraintmanufacturers instructions for in-stallation and use. When purchasinga child restraint, be sure to selectone which will fit your child andvehicle. It may not be possible toproperly install some types of childrestraints in your vehicle.

If the child restraint is not anchoredproperly, the risk of a child beinginjured in a collision or a suddenstop greatly increases.

Adjustable seatbacks should be po-sitioned to fit the child restraint, but

as upright as possible. After attaching the child restraint,

test it before you place the child in it.Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug itforward and check to see if the beltholds the restraint in place. If therestraint is not secure, tighten thebelt as necessary or put the restraintin another seat and test it again.

For a front facing child restraint, ifthe seat position where it is installedhas a 3-point type lap/shoulder belt,check to make sure the shoulder beltdoes not go in front of the childsface or neck. If it does, put the shoul-der belt behind the child restraint. Ifyou must install a front-facing childrestraint in the front seat, see Instal-lation on front passenger seat laterin this section for details.

When your child restraint is nuse, keep it secured with a seato prevent it from being tharound in case of a sudden staccident.

CAUTION

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INSTALLATION ON REARBENCH SEAT CENTER POSI-

TION (Crew Cab models only)

Front facing

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. Always follow the restraintmanufacturers instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into the buckle

until you hear 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 fortight fit by pulling forcefully on the l

adjustment.

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4. Before placing the child in the child re-straint, use force to tilt the child restraint

from side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely in place.

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

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

Rear facing

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

1. Position the child restraint on the seat asillustrated. Always follow the restraintmanufacturers instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue throuchild restraint and insert it into the

until you hear and feel the latch enBe sure to follow the child restraintfacturers instructions for belt rout

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

adjustment.


from side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely in place.

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

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

INSTALLATION ON REARBENCH SEAT OUTBOARD PTIONS (Crew Cab models onl

Front facing

WARNING The three-point belt in your ve

is equipped with an automaticing mode retractor which muused when installing a chilstraint.

Failure to use the retractors lomode will result in the child resnot being properly secured. Thstraint could tip over or otherwi

unsecured and cause injury tchild in a sudden stop or collis

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When you install a child restraint in a rearoutboard seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the restraint manufactur-ers instructions.


until you hear 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 allbelt is fully extended. At this time, t

retractor is in the automatic locking(child restraint mode). It reverts bemergency locking mode when thefully retracted.

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

belt.If necessary to ensure the child re-straint is secure, pull the shoulder beltthrough the seat belt tongue beyondthe stitching in the belt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted andthe child restraint is removed from theseat, the stitching on the shoulder beltcan be pulled back through the seat belttongue. The stitching locates the seatbelt tongue near the top of the seat backfor easy access for rear seat passengers.


from side to side, and tug it forward tomake sure it is securely held in place.

6. Check that the retractor is in the auto-matic locking mode by trying to pull morebelt out of the retractor. If you cannot pullany more belt webbing out of the retrac-tor, the retractor is in the automatic lock-ing mode.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through6.

After the child restraint is removed aseat belt is fully retracted the autlocking mode (child restraint mode) celed.

Rear facing

WARNING The three-point belt in your ve

is equipped with an automaticing mode retractor which muused when installing a chilstraint.

Failure to use the retractors lomode will result in the child resnot being properly secured. Thecould tip over or otherwise be ucured and cause injury to the cha sudden stop or collision.

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When you install a child restraint in a rearoutboard seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the restraint manufactur-ers instructions.


until you hear and feel it engage.Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturers instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until allbelt is fully extended. At this time, t

retractor is in the automatic locking(child restraint mode). It reverts bemergency locking mode when thefully retracted.

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

belt.If necessary to ensure the child re-straint is secure, pull the shoulder beltthrough the seat belt tongue beyondthe stitching in the belt.

After the seat belt is fully retracted andthe child restraint is removed from theseat, the stitching on the shoulder beltcan be pulled back through the seat belttongue. This stitching locates the seatbelt tongue near the top of the seat backfor easy access for rear seat passengers.




7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through6.

After the child restraint is removed aseat belt is fully retracted the autlocking mode (child restraint mode) celed.

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TOP TETHER STRAP CHILDRESTRAINT

If your child restraint has a top tether strap,it must be secured to the provided anchorpoint. Secure the child restraint with a seatbelt. Secure the top tether strap to theanchor bracket. Tighten the strap accordingto manufacturer instructions to remove anyslack.

WARNING

Child restraint anchor points are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances isit to be used for adult seat belts or

harnesses.

Anchor point locations

Anchor points are located under th

window. King Cab vehicles will onlythe outer anchor point. Crew Cab vewill have all three anchor points.

If you have any questions when ining a top strap child restraint, cyour NISSAN dealer for details.

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Flaps are provided in the carpet for easyaccess and are marked with the label

shown (King Cab only).

INSTALLATION ON FRONTPASSENGER SEAT

Front facing (Three-point typeretractor)

WARNING

If so equipped, keep the passesupplemental air bag ON/OFF sturned ON unless a rear-facingrestraint is used in the front sethe switch is OFF, the air bag w

inflate in a collision as designe

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NISSAN recommends that child re-straints be installed in the rear seat.However, if you must install aforward-facing child restrain in thefront passenger seat, move the pas-senger seat to the rear most posi-

tion. Never install a rear facing child re-

straint in the front seating positionof crew cab models. Install a rearfacing child restraint in the rear seatonly. The force of the inflating airbag could cause serious injury or killthe child in the child restraint.

The three-point belt in your vehicleis equipped with a locking mode re-

tractor which must be used wheninstalling 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 thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

If the supplemental air bag warning

light located in the instrument panel

next to the speedometer comes on-when 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 front

passenger seat until the system ischecked by your NISSAN dealer.

If you choose to install a child restrainfront seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on thepassenger seat. Move the seat rearmost position. Always follow straint manufacturers instructions

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2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert the belt tongue

into the buckle until you hear and feel thelatch engage. Be sure to follow the childrestraint manufacturers instructions forbelt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, the

retractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

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

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7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thebelt is not locked, repeat steps threethrough six.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted, the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.

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

WARNING

Never install a rear facing child re-straint in the front seating positionof crew cab models. Install a rearfacing child restraint in the rear seatonly. The force of the inflating airbag could cause serious injury or killthe child in the child restraint.

If so equipped, keep the passengersupplemental air bag ON/OFF switchturned ON unless a rear-facing childrestraint is used in the front seat. Ifthe switch is OFF, the air bag will notinflate in a collision as designed.

Be sure to turn the passesupplemental air bag ON/OFF sOFF when using a rear facing restraint in the front passengerIf it is not OFF, the air bag may iin a collision. The force of the rainflating air bag could cause se

injury or kill the child in the restraint. See Passenger sumental air bag ON/OFF switchlight earlier in this section.

If the supplemental air bag walight located in the instrument next to the speedometer comewhen the passenger supplemenbag OFF indicator light is also inated, something may be wrong

the air bag system. Do not use arestraint in the front passengeruntil the system is checked byNISSAN dealer.

The passenger three-point seais equipped with an automaticing mode retractor which muused when installing a chilstraint.

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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 thechild in a sudden stop or collision.

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

1. Position the child restraint on the frontpassenger seat. Always follow the re-straint manufacturers instructions.

2. Route the seat belt tongue throuchild restraint and insert the belt t

into the buckle until you hear and flatch engage. Be sure to follow threstraint manufacturers instructiobelt routing.

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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of thebelt is fully extended. At this time, the beltretractor is in the automatic locking mode(child restraint mode). It reverts back toemergency locking mode when the belt isfully retracted.

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

5. Before placing the child in the chstraint, use force to tilt the child refrom side to side, and tug it forwmake sure it is securly held in pla

6. Ensure the retractor is in the autolocking mode by trying to pull moout of the retractor. If you cannot pmore belt webbing out of the retthe retractor is in the automatic lomode.

7. Check to make sure the child restproperly secured prior to each use

lap belt is not locked, repeat stepsthrough six.

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After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode) is can-celed.


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Instrument panel ....................................................2-2

Meters and gauges ................................................2-3Speedometer and odometer .............................2-3

Tachometer........................................................2-5

Engine coolant temperature gauge...................2-5

Fuel 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 audiblereminders..............................................................2-10

Checking bulbs................................................2-10Warning lights..................................................2-11Indicator lights .................................................2-14Audible reminders............................................2-15

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

Windshield wiper and washer switch...................2-18Switch operation..............................................2-19

Rear window defogger switch (Crew Cabmodels only).........................................................2-19

Headlight and turn signal switch..........................2-20

Headlight switch ..............................................2-20Turn signal switch............................................2-21

Front fog light switch (if so equipped)..................2-21Hazard warning flasher switch.............................2-22Horn......................................................................2-22Power point (if so equipped)................................2-23Cigarette lighter and ash tray (accessories)........2-24Storage.................................................................2-24

Storage compartment......................................2-24

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

Windows...............................................................2-27Power windows (if so equipped).....................2-27Manual windows..............................................2-29Rear sliding window (if so equipped)..............2-29

Sunroof (if so equipped).......................................2-30Tilting the sunroof............................................2-30

Removing/installing..........................................2-31Interior lights.........................................................2-33


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Map lights (if so equipped)...................................2-33

Illuminated entry system ......................................2-34

Battery saver ...................................................2-34

1 Headlight/turn signal switch

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1. Headlight/turn signal switch

2. Meters and gauges

3. Windshield wiper/washer switch

4. Power point

5. Heater and air conditioner

6. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch

7. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch

8. Front passenger supplemental air

9. Glove box

10.Audio system

11. Hazard warning flasher switch

12. Automatic/manual selector lever

13.Transfer case shift lever

14.Parking brake release lever

15. Cruise control main/set switch

16.Driver supplemental air bag

17. Steering wheel switch for audio c

*if so equipped

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SPEEDOMETER AND

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SPEEDOMETER ANDODOMETER

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed inmiles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per

hour (km/h).Odometer/Twin trip odometer

The odometer records the total distance thevehicle has been driven.

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The trip odometer records the distance ofindividual trips. Before each trip reset thetrip odometer.

Push the reset knob to change the displayas follows:ODO (odometer)TRIP ATRIP BODO.

Push and hold the reset knob for more than

1 second to reset either trip odometer.

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TACHOMETER

The tachometer indicates engine speed in

revolutions per minute (r/min).

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches thered zone, shift to a higher gear. Oper-ating the engine in the red zone maycause serious engine damage.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERA-TURE GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolanttemperature.

The engine coolant temperature varies withthe outside air temperature and driving con-ditions.

CAUTION

If the gauge indicates engine cotemperature over the normal rstop the vehicle as soon as safelysible. If the engine is overheated,tinued operation of the vehicle

seriously damage the engine. SeIn case of emergency sectioimmediate action required.

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located on the passenger side of the

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FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE

fuel level in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during brak-ing, turning, acceleration, or going up ordown hills.

The gauge needle returns to empty (E) afterthe ignition key is turned OFF.

Refill the fuel tank before the gaugeregisters E (Empty).

The indicates that the fuel filler lid is

p gvehicle.

CAUTION

If the vehicle runs out of fuel, themalfunction indicator lamp

(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon

as possible. After a few driving trips,the lamp should turn off. If thelamp remains on after a few drivingtrips, have the vehicle inspected byan authorized NISSAN dealer.

For additional information, see theMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

later in this section.

This unit has the following functions:

Measures terrestrial magnetism adicate heading direction of vehicl

Indicates outside air temperature

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DIS-PLAY

Push the MODE switch when the ignitionkey is in the ACC or ON position. Theoutside temperature will be displayed in F.

Push the MODE switch to change fromF to C.

tween 130F (55C) and 158F (70C),the display shows 130F (55C).

When the outside temperature islower than -40F (-40C) or higherthan 158F (70C), the display shows

only_ _ _

though it is operating. Thisis not a malfunction.

The outside temperature sensor islocated in front of the radiator. Thesensor may be affected by road orengine heat, wind direction and otherdriving conditions. The display maydiffer from the actual outside tem-perature or the temperature dis-played on various signs or bill-boards.

Temperature display will not updateunless the vehicle is moving fasterthan 12 mph (20 km/h), or the ignitionswitch has been OFF for 4 hours.

COMPASS DISPLAY

Push the MODE switch when the ignitionkey is in the ACC or ON position. The

direction will be displayed.

g p

The difference between magnetic norgeographical north is known as variasome areas, this difference can sombe great enough to cause false coreadings. Follow these instructions

the variance for your particular locathis happens:

1. Establish your location on the zoneRefer to the illustration. Recordzone number.

2. Push the MODE switch in for fivonds until the current zone entry nis displayed.

3. Press the MODE switch repeatedthe new zone entry number is disp

Once the desired zone number is dispstop pressing the MODE switch adisplay will show compass direction wfew seconds.

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pass or the vehicle is driven where theterrestrial magnetism is disturbed, thecompass display may not indicate thecorrect direction.

In places where the terrestrial magne-

tism is disturbed, the correction of thedirection starts automatically.

Correction functions of the compassdisplay

The compass display is equipped with au-tomatic correction function. If the direction isnot shown correctly, carry out the manualcorrection procedure set out below.

Manual correction procedure1. Push the MODE switch for about 10

seconds. The CAL symbol will illumi-nate.

2. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open andsafe area. The initial correction is com-plete while turning in one or two turns.

In places where the earths magnetism isdisturbed, the initial correction proceduremay start automatically.


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Tu rn si gn al /h azard i nd icat or l ig ht s Lo w wash er f lu id warni ng l ig ht orAnti-lock brake war

light

or Brake w arning light4-wheel drive indicator light

( model)Supplemental air bag warning li

High beam ind icat or ligh t CRU ISE m ain sw itch indicator light Passenger supplemental air bagOFF indicator light (except crew

models)

Seat belt warning light and chimeCruise SET switch indicator light

(if so equipped)

Automatic transmission park wa

light ( m odel)

Engine oil pressure warning lightOverdrive off indicator light

(automatic transmission only)

Automatic transmission oil temp

t ure warni ng l ig ht ( m o del )

Charge w arning light M alfunction indicator lamp (MIL)Door open warning light (if so

equipped)

Low fuel warning light

CHECKING BULBSApply the parking brake and turn the ignitionkey to ON without starting the engine. Thefollowing lights come on:

, , , or ,

,

If the driver side seat belt is fastened thelight will not come on.

The following lights come on briefly andthen go off:

or , ,

If any light fails to come on, it may ina burned-out bulb or an open circuitelectrical system. Have the system repromptly.


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or Anti-lock brake warn-ing light

If the light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate the anti-lock brakesystem is not functioning properly. Have the

system checked by an authorized NISSANdealer.

If an abnormality occurs in the system, theanti-lock function ceases but the ordinarybrakes continue to operate normally.

If the light comes on while you are driving,contact an authorized NISSAN dealer forrepair.

Automatic transmission oil

temperature warning light( model)

This light comes on when the automatictransmission oil temperature is too high. Ifthe light comes on while driving, reduce thevehicle speed as soon as safely possibleuntil the light turns off.

Continued vehicle operation when theA/T oil temperature warning light is onmay damage the automatic transmis-sion.

Automatic transmission parkwarning light ( model)

This light indicates that the automatic trans-mission parking function is not engaged. Ifthe transfer control shift lever is not securedin any drive position while the automatictransmission selector lever is in the P (Park)position, the vehicle may move unexpect-edly.

Shift the transfer control shift lever into the2H, 4H, or 4L position when the warninglight comes on.

When parking, always make sure that thetransfer control shift lever is in 2H, 4H, or4L and the parking brake is set.

If the ATP light is ON, this indicates thatthe automatic transmission P (Park) po-sition will not function and the transfer

control shift lever is in the N (Neutral)position.

lever in 2H, 4H, or 4L could resultvehicle moving unexpectedly, resuserious personal injury or propertyage.

WARNING

If the ATP light is ON, this indithat the automatic transmissi(Park) position will not functiothe transfer control shift leverthe N (Neutral) position.

or Brake warninlight

This light functions for both the pbrake and the foot brake systems.

When the ignition key is in the ON pothe light comes on when the parkingis applied and also warns of a low fluid level. If the light comes on whengine is running with the parking braapplied, stop the vehicle and perfofollowing:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add braas necessary. See Brake and clutc


in the Maintenance and do-it-yourselfsection of this manual

Charge warning light The engine oil pressure warning lnot designed to indicate a low oil


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section of this manual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have thewarning system checked by an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

WARNING

Your brake system may not be work-ing properly if the warning light is on.Driving could be dangerous. If youjudge it to be safe, drive carefully tothe nearest service station for repairs.Otherwise have your vehicle towedbecause driving it could be danger-ous.

Pressing the brake pedal with the

engine stopped and/or low brakefluid level may increase your stop-ping distance and require greaterpedal effort as well as pedal travel.

If the brake fluid level is below theMINIMUM or MIN mark on the brakefluid reservoir, do not drive until thebrake system has been checked atan authorized NISSAN dealer.

If this light comes on while the engine isrunning, it may indicate the charging systemis not functioning properly. Turn the engineoff and check the generator belt. If the belt isloose, broken, missing or if the light remains

on, see an authorized NISSAN dealer im-mediately.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving if the belt isloose, broken or missing.

Door open warning light (ifso equipped)

This light comes on when any of the doorsare not closed securely while the ignitionkey is in the ON position.

Engine oil pressure warninglight

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. Ifthe light flickers or comes on during normaldriving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop

the engine immediately and call an autho-rized NISSAN dealer.

not designed to indicate a low oilUse the dipstick to check the oilSee Engine oil in the Do-it-yourseltion of this manual.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the engipressure warning light on could cserious damage to the engine alimmediately. Such damage is notered by warranty. Turn off the enas soon as it is safe to do so.

Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel in this low. Refuel as soon as it is convepreferably before the fuel gauge reac(Empty).

There will be a small reserve oremaining in the tank when thegauge needle reaches E (Empty).

Low washer fluid walight

This light comes on when the washefluid is at a low level. Add washer fl


necessary. See Window washer fluid inthe Maintenance and do-it-yourself sec-

seat belt systems need servicing and yourvehicle must be taken to an authorized

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the Maintenance and do-it-yourself sec-tion of this manual.

Seat belt warning light andchime

The light and chime remind you to fastenyour seat belts. The light illuminates when-ever the ignition key is turned to ON orSTART, and remains illuminated until thedrivers seat belt is fastened. At the sametime, the chime sounds for about sevenseconds unless the driver seat belt is se-curely fastened.

Refer to Seat belts in the Seats, restraintsand supplemental air bag systems section

for precautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bagwarning light

When the ignition key is in the ON or STARTposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.

If any of the following conditions occur, thesupplemental air bag and pre-tensioner

vehicle must be taken to an authorizedauthorized NISSAN dealer:

The supplemental air bag warning lightremains on after approximately 7 sec-onds.

The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently.

The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the supplemen-tal air bag system and/or the pre-tensionerseat belts may not function properly. Foradditional details, see the Seats, restraintsand supplemental air bag systems section of

this manual.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that thesupplemental air bag or pre-tensionerseat belt system will not operate in anaccident.

bag OFF indicator lighcept Crew Cab models

The passenger supplemental air bequipped with an ON/OFF switchswitch is located in the center of the

ment panel. When the switch is turthe ON position, the passenger suppltal air bag is enabled and could inflafrontal collision. When the switch is to the OFF position, the passenger smental air bag is disabled and will notin a frontal collision. The passenger smental air bag OFF indicator light instrument panel illuminates when thsenger supplemental air bag O

switch is turned to the OFF positiodrivers side supplemental air bag aremains enabled and is not affectedpassenger supplemental air bag Oswitch. The key for the passenger smental air bag ON/OFF switch shoube left in the switch. Remove the keturning the switch in the desired positinot leave a key in the switch. See Pager supplemental air bag ON/OFF and light in the Seats, restraint


supplemental air bag systems section fordetails

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details.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Cruise main switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)

The light comes on when the cruise controlmain switch is pushed. The light goes outwhen the main switch is pushed again.While the cruise main switch indicator lightcomes on, the cruise control system isoperational.

Cruise set switch indicatorlight (if so equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speed

is controlled by the cruise control system. Ifthe light blinks while the engine is running, itmay indicate the cruise control system is notfunctioning properly. Have the systemchecked by your NISSAN dealer.

4-wheel drive indicator light

This light comes on when the transfer shiftcontrol lever is in the 4H or 4L position.

When parking always make sure thetransfer control lever is in the 2H, 4Hor 4L position and the parking brakeis applied.

Failure to engage the transfer con-

trol lever in 2H, 4H or 4L could resultin the vehicle moving unexpectedly,which could cause serious personalinjury or property damage.

High beam indicator light

This blue light comes on when the headlighthigh beams are on and goes out when the

low beams are selected.The high beam indicator light also comes onwhen the passing signal is activated.

Malfunction indicator lamp(MIL)

If this indicator lamp comes on steady orblinks while the engine is running, it mayindicate a potential emission control mal-function.

The malfunction indicator lamp may also

or missing, or if the vehicle runs out oCheck to make sure the fuel filler installed and closed tightly, and thvehicle has at least three gallons of the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the should turn off if no other potential emcontrol system malfunction exists.

Operation

The malfunction indicator lamp will coin one of two ways:

Malfunction indicator lamp on steAn emission control system malfuhas been detected. Check the fu

cap. If the fuel filler cap is loomissing, tighten or install the cacontinue to drive the vehicle

lamp should turn off afterdriving trips. If the lamp doturn off after a few driving trips, havehicle inspected by an authorizeSAN dealer. You do not need toyour vehicle towed to the dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp blinkin

engine misfire has been detectedmay damage the emission cont

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