Child restraints
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
• Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and installation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passen- gers in a sudden stop or collision:
– The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always fol- low all of the child restraint manu- facturer's instructions for instal- lation and use.
– Infants and children should never be held on anyone's lap. Even the strongest adult cannot resist the forces of a collision.
– Do not put a seat belt around both a child and another passenger.
– NISSAN recommends that all child restraints be installed in the rear seat. Studies show that children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seat than in the front seat. If you must install a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, see “Forward- facing child restraint installation using the seat belts” (P. 1-52).
– Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating air bag could seriously injure or kill a child. A rear-facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.
– Be sure to purchase a child re- straint that will fit the child and vehicle. Some child restraints may not fit properly in your vehicle.
– Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circum- stances are they to be used to at- tach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly installed using the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.
– Never use the anchor points for adult seat belts, or other items.
– A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.
– Keep seatbacks as upright as pos- sible after fitting the child restraint.
– Infants and children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while in the vehicle.
• When the child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with the LATCH sys- tem or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or collision, loose objects can injure oc- cupants or damage the vehicle.
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CAUTION
• A child restraint in a closed vehicle
can become very hot. Check the seat- ing surface and buckles before plac- ing a child in the child restraint.
• 2nd row one touch function should not be used when a child restraint is occupied.
This vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. Some child restraints include rigid or webbing-mounted attach- ments that can be connected to these an- chors. For additional information, see “LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system” (P. 1-37). If you do not have a LATCH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.
Several manufacturers offer child re- straints for infants and children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: • Choose only a restraint with a label certi-
fying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
• Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle's seat and seat belt system.
• If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjust- ments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is designed for your child's height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures.
• If the combined weight of the child and child restraint is less than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), you may use either the LATCH anchors or the seat belt to install the child restraint (not both at the same time).
• If the combined weight of the child and child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the child restraint.
• Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation.
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the ve- hicle is being operated. Canadian law re- quires the top tether strap on forward- facing child restraints be secured to the designated anchor point on the vehicle.
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LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with special an- chor points that are used with LATCH sys- tem compatible child restraints. This sys- tem may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this sys- tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint unless the combined weight of the child and child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the ve-
hicle's seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer's instruc- tions for installation. The LATCH lower anchor points are pro- vided to install child restraints in the follow- ing positions only: • 2nd row bench seats (if so equipped) • 2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped) • 3rd row driver’s side seating position
LATCH lower anchor
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision:
– Attach LATCH system compatible
child restraints only at the locations shown in the illustration.
– Do not secure a child restraint in the 2nd row center position and out- board position at the same time.
– Inspect the lower anchors by insert- ing your fingers into the lower an- chor area. Feel to make sure there are no obstructions over the an- chors such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child re- straint will not be secured properly if the lower anchors are obstructed.
LATCH system lower anchor locations - captain’s seats (if so equipped)
LATCH system lower anchor locations - bench seat (if so equipped)
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– Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circum- stances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint an- chorages. The child restraint will not be properly installed using the dam- aged anchorages, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.
LATCH lower anchor location The LATCH lower anchors are located as shown. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH lower anchors.
LATCH lower anchor location
LATCH label locations 2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)
LATCH in the center 2nd row seating position (if so equipped) A 5th LATCH anchor can be found between the outboard LATCH anchor pairs. It is spe- cifically designed to be used together with the inboard LATCH anchor on the driver’s side, in order to install a Child Restraint Sys- tem (CRS) in the 2nd row center seating position. These anchors utilize standard LATCH an- chor spacing, OA of 11.02 in (280 mm).
LATCH label locations 2nd row bench seat (if so equipped)
LATCH label locations 3rd row driver’s seating position
WARNING
• Never attach two CRS attachments
to the same LATCH anchor. This may overload the anchor in a collision, which could increase the risk of the occupant’s serious injury or death.
• When installing the CRS in the center 2nd row seating position with the in- board LATCH anchors, be careful to ensure any occupant or CRS in the outboard seating positions is prop- erly restrained using the vehicle seat belt and there is no interference with the center CRS installation. If the out- board occupants cannot be properly restrained, consider using the vehicle seat belt to restrain the CRS in the center seating position, or moving the CRS to another position instead.
• When installing the CRS in the center seating position, use the seat back recline feature to align the left and right sides of the seat back, creating one evenly reclined surface. Never in- stall a CRS in the center seating posi- tion when one part of the seat back is further reclined than the other. This may create an unstable surface on which to install the CRS. Failure to evenly recline the seat backs before CRS installation could increase the risk of the occupant’s serious injury or death. Remember to re-check that the CRS is properly installed any time the seats are reclined or adjusted.
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Installing child restraint LATCH lower anchor attachments LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attach- ments that can be connected to two an- chors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with LATCH. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.
When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint.
NG (the seat back recline is not aligned)
LATCH webbing-mounted attachment
LATCH rigid-mounted attachment
Top tether anchor
WARNING
• Do not allow cargo to contact the top tether strap when it is attached to the top tether anchor. Properly se- cure the cargo so it does not contact the top tether strap. Cargo that is not properly secured or cargo that con- tacts the top tether strap may dam- age it during a collision. A child could be seriously injured or killed in a col- lision if the top tether strap is damaged.
• Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly in- stalled using the damaged anchor- ages, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.
Top tether anchor point locations
1 Top tether strap 2 Anchor point
Anchor points are located in the following locations: • 2nd row bench seat (if so equipped) on the seatback in the seating positions shown.
• 2nd row captain’s seat (if so equipped) on the seatback in the seating positions shown.
• 3rd row bench on the seatback in the seating positions as shown.
If you have any questions when installing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
2nd row bench seat (if so equipped)
2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)
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REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH For additional information, see “Child safety” (P. 1-32) and “Child restraints” (P. 1-34) for all Warnings and Cautions before in- stalling a child restraint. Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for installation. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint in the 2nd row seats using the LATCH system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the child restraint manu- facturer's instructions.
3rd row bench seat
Rear-facing webbing-mounted – step 2
2. Secure the child restraint anchor at- tachments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attach- ment is properly attached to the lower anchors.
3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to com- press the vehicle seat cushion and seat- back while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.
4. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the LATCH attachment holds the restraint in place. If the re- straint is not secure, tighten the LATCH attachment as necessary, or put the re- straint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint or try installing by using the vehicle seat belt (if applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
Rear-facing rigid-mounted – step 2
Rear-facing – step 3
Rear-facing – step 4
5. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 1 through 4.
REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS
WARNING The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision.
For additional information, see “Child safety” (P. 1-32) and “Child restraints” (P. 1-34) for all Warnings and Cautions before in- stalling a child restraint.
Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for installation. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear seats:
1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child re- straint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.
3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt re- tractor is in the ALR mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to the ELR mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.
4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.
Rear-facing – step 2
Rear-facing – step 3
Rear-facing – step 4
5. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt.
6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
7. Check to make sure that the child re- straint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.
After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING LATCH For additional information, see “Child safety” (P. 1-32) and “Child restraints” (P. 1-34) for all Warnings and Cautions before in- stalling a child restraint. Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for installation.
Rear-facing – step 5
Rear-facing – step 6
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Follow these steps to install a forward- facing child restraint in the 2nd row seats using the LATCH system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the child restraint manu- facturer's instructions.
2. Secure the child restraint anchor at- tachments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attach- ment is properly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point. For additional infor- mation, see “Installing top tether strap” (P. 1-50).
Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.
3. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint/ headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head
Forward-facing webbing-mounted – step 2
Forward-facing rigid-mounted – step 2
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restraint/headrest when the child re- straint is removed. For additional infor- mation, see “Head restraints/headrests” (P. 1-12). If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper child re- straint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.
4. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to com- press the vehicle seat cushion and seat- back while tightening the webbing of the anchor attachments.
5. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions to re- move any slack.
6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the LATCH attachment holds the restraint in place. If the re- straint is not secure, tighten the LATCH attachment as necessary, or put the re- straint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
Forward-facing – step 4
Forward-facing – step 6
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7. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 1 through 6.
Installing top tether strap 1 Top tether strap 2 Anchor point The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchor attachments. First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchors.
OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS
1. Remove the head restraint/headrest
and store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and installation, see “Head restraints/ headrests” (P. 1-12).
2. Position the top tether strap O1 over the seatback.
3. Secure the tether strap to the tether an- chor point O2 as shown.
2nd row bench seat (if so equipped)
2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)
4. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to re- move any slack.
CENTER SEATING POSITION (if so equipped)
1. Position the top tether strap O1 as shown.
2. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point O2 as shown.
3. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to re- move any slack. Make sure the head restraint/headrest does not contact the top tether strap.
1 Top tether strap 2 Anchor point
3rd row bench seat
First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH lower anchors, as applicable. 1. Position the top tether strap O1 as
shown. 2. Secure the tether strap to the tether an-
chor point O2 as shown.
3. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions to re- move any slack. Make sure the head restraint/headrest does not contact the top tether strap.
If you have any questions when install- ing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly installed using the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.
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3rd row bench seat
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FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS
WARNING The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child in a sudden stop or collision.
For additional information, see “Child safety” (P. 1-32) and “Child restraints” (P. 1-34) for all Warnings and Cautions before in- stalling a child restraint. Do not use the lower anchors if the com- bined weight of the child and the child re- straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an- chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for installation.
Follow these steps to install a forward- facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seats or in the front passen- ger seat: 1. If you must install a child restraint in
the front seat, it should be placed in a forward-facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and, therefore, must not be used in the front seat.
2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint/ headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child re- straint is removed. For additional infor- mation about head restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and installation, see “Head restraints/headrests” (P. 1-12).
Forward-facing (front passenger seat) – step 1
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If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper child re- straint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.
3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child re- straint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the top tether strap and secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point (2nd row installation only). For additional information, see “In- stalling top tether strap” (P. 1-50).
Do not install child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap in seating positions that do not have a top tether anchor.
Forward-facing – step 3
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4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt re- tractor is in the ALR mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to ELR mode when the seat belt is fully retracted.
5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.
6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rear- ward firmly in the center of the child re- straint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt.
7. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions to remove any slack.
Forward-facing – step 4
Forward-facing – step 5
Forward-facing – step 6
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8. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten the seat belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
9. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 8.
10. If the child restraint is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light should illuminate. If this light is not illu- minated, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” (P. 1-72). Move the child restraint to another seating position.
Have the system checked. It is recom- mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.
Forward-facing – step 8
Forward-facing – step 10
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Installing top tether strap 1 Top tether strap 2 Anchor point The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with seat belts. First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt.
OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS
1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint is removed. For additional information about head restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and installation, see “Head restraints/ headrests” (P. 1-12).
2. Position the top tether strap O1 as shown.
3. Secure the tether strap to the tether an- chor point O2 as shown.
4. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions to re- move any slack.
CENTER SEATING POSITION (if so equipped)
1. Position the top tether strap O1 as
shown. 2. Secure the tether strap to the tether an-
chor point O2 as shown. 3. Tighten the tether strap according to
the manufacturer’s instructions to re- move any slack. Make sure the head restraint/headrest does not contact the top tether strap.
2nd row bench seat (if so equipped)
1 Top tether strap 2 Anchor point
3rd row bench seat
First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt, as applicable. 1. Position the top tether strap O1 as shown.
2. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point O2 as shown.
3. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions to re- move any slack. Make sure the head restraint/headrest does not contact the top tether strap.
If you have any questions when install- ing a top tether strap, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly installed using the damaged anchorage, and a child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision.
BOOSTER SEATS For additional information on installing a booster seat in your vehicle, follow the in- structions outlined in this section.
Precautions on booster seats
WARNING
If a booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured or killed in a sudden stop or col- lision greatly increases:
– Make sure the shoulder portion of
the belt is away from the child's face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the stomach.
– Make sure the shoulder belt is not behind the child or under the child's arm.
– A booster seat must only be installed in a seating position that has a lap/ shoulder belt.
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3rd row bench seat
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Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: • Choose only a booster seat with a label
certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Ca- nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
• Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.
• Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat should be used.
• If the booster seat is compatible with your vehicle, place the child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with the child. Always follow all recom- mended procedures.
A. Low back booster seat B. High back booster seat
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the ve- hicle is being operated.
The instructions in this section apply to booster seat installation in the rear seats or the front passenger seat.
Booster seat installation
WARNING
To avoid injury to child, do not use the lap/shoulder belt in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when us- ing a booster seat with the seat belts.
For additional information, see “Child safety” (P. 1-32), “Child restraints” (P. 1-34) and “Booster seats” (P. 1-57) for all Warnings and Cautions before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the 2nd row, 3rd row or in the front pas- senger seat:
1. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rear- most position.
2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manu- facturer’s instructions.
WRS0699 LRS0454
Front passenger position
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3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint/ headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the booster seat is removed. For additional infor- mation, see “Head restraints/headrests” (P. 1-12).
If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint/headrest and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat.
4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufactur- er’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.
5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up ex- tra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle por- tion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the seat belt routing.
6. Follow the warnings, cautions and in- structions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in “Three-point type seat belt with retractor” (P. 1-23).
LRS0451
2nd row or 3rd row bench center seat
position (if so equipped)
LRS0452
2nd row or 3rd row outboard position
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7. If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light may or may not illuminate, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. For additional information, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” (P. 1-72).
PRECAUTIONS ON SRS This SRS section contains important infor- mation concerning the following systems: • Driver and front passenger supplemental
front-impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System)
• Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag
• 2nd row outboard seat-mounted side- impact supplemental air bag
• Front central seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (if so equipped)
• Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag
• Driver and front passenger supplemental knee air bag
• Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front and 2nd row outboard seats)
Supplemental front-impact air bag system
The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper side air bag and curtain air bag operation.
Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag system
This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side-impact col- lisions. The side air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.
2nd row outboard seat-mounted side- impact supplemental air bag system
This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the 2nd row out- board seat passengers in certain side- impact collisions. The side air bags are de- signed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.
Front central seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (if so equipped)
This system can help cushion the impact force to the head area of the driver and front passenger in certain side-impact and rollover collisions. In a side-impact, this air bag is designed to inflate during a vehicle impact from either side.
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