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FOREWORD READ FIRST � THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Own - As with other vehicles with features for Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN off - road use , failure to operate four - wheel er � s Manual carefully . This will ensure familiarity owners . This vehicle is delivered to you with drive models correctly may result in loss of with controls and maintenance requirements , as - confidence . It was produced using the latest control or an accident . Be sure to read techniques and strict quality control . sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle . � Driving safety precautions � in the � Start - This manual was prepared to help you under - ing and driving � section of this manual . WARNING stand the operation and maintenance of your ON - PAVEMENT AND OFF - ROAD DRIVING vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles ( kilome - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE - ters ) of driving pleasure . Please read through this MINDERS FOR SAFETY ! This vehicle will handle and maneuver manual before operating your vehicle . differently from an ordinary passenger Follow these important driving rules to car because it has a higher center of A separate Warranty Information Booklet help ensure a safe and comfortable trip gravity for off - road use . As with other explains details about the warranties cov - for you and your passengers ! ering your vehicle . The � NISSAN Service vehicles with features of this type , fail - c NEVER drive under the influence of al - and Maintenance Guide � explains details ure to operate this vehicle correctly may cohol or drugs . about maintaining and servicing your ve - result in loss of control or an accident . c ALWAYS observe posted speed limits hicle . Additionally , a separate Customer Be sure to read � On - pavement and off - and never drive too fast for conditions . Care / Lemon Law Booklet ( U.S . only ) will road driving precautions � , and � Avoid - explain how to resolve any concerns you c ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro - ing collision and rollover � , and � Driving may have with your vehicle , as well as priate child restraint systems . Pre - teen safety precautions � , in the � Starting and clarify your rights under your state � s lemon children should be seated in the rear driving � section of this manual . law . seat . Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle c ALWAYS provide information about the MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE best . When you require any service or have any proper use of vehicle safety features to This vehicle should not be modified . questions , they will be glad to assist you with the all occupants of the vehicle . Modification could affect its performance , extensive resources available to them . c ALWAYS review this owner � s manual for safety or durability , and may even violate important safety information . governmental regulations . In addition , damage or performance problems result - For descriptions specified for four - wheel drive ing from modifications may not be cov - models , a mark is placed at the begin - ered under NISSAN warranties . ning of the applicable sections / items . Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 available on this model . Therefore , you may find WARNING some information that does not apply to your vehicle . WARNING All information , specifications and illustrations in Engine exhaust , some of its constituents , this manual are those in effect at the time of and certain vehicle components contain printing . NISSAN reserves the right to change or emit chemicals known to the State of specifications or design without notice and with - California to cause cancer and birth de - out obligation . fects or other reproductive harm . In addi - tion , certain fluids contained in vehicles IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT and certain products of component wear THIS MANUAL contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and You will see various symbols in this manual . They birth defects or other reproductive harm . are used in the following ways : APD1005 If you see this symbol , it means � Do not do this � WARNING or � Do not let this happen . � This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury . To avoid or reduce the If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra - risk , the procedures must be followed tion , it means the arrow points to the front of the precisely . ' 2004 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC . vehicle . GARDENA , CALIFORNIA CAUTION All rights reserved . No part of this Owner � s Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these This is used to indicate the presence of a Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval indicate movement or action . hazard that could cause minor or moder - system , or transmitted in any form , or by any ate personal injury or damage to your ve - means , electronic , mechanical , photocopying , hicle . To avoid or reduce the risk , the pro - recording or otherwise , without the prior written Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these cedures must be followed carefully . permission of Nissan North America , Inc . , Gar - dena , California . call attention to an item in the illustration . Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF NISSAN NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and ticom - ncyn - - ss , puters in automobiles , and has led the industryensyomo improving both performance and fuel efeffici through new engine designs and the use oh thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight . T cnt pany has also developed ways to build quality i is vehicles at each stage of the production proce both through extensive use of automation and t � hat most importantly � through an awareness are the central element in quality control . people From the time the parts arrived from our viaonsupplierssburtrse until you took delivery of your new NISSAN , dozet of checks were made to ensure that only the bes jothfoha was being done in producing and delivering leyermt vehicle . NISSAN also takes great care to ensur when you take your NISSAN to your rdeafor maintenance , the service technician will spe WFW0002 work according to the quality standard tha h Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication rtoal - sm styling design at Nissan Design America , Inc . in San been established by NISSAN . produce the finest in safe , reliable and heconomicucae Diego , California , and engineering at Nissan Tech - transportation . Your vehicle is the product of a sct Safety has also been built into your NISSAN . As youtyn - t.u nical Center North America in Farmington Hills , cessful worldwide company that manufacturess know , seat belts are an integral part of the safeeenyo Michigan . Additionally , NISSAN employs more than and trucks in over 17 countries and distribute systems that will help protect you and your ipassde 21,000 people throughout the United States , in 170 nations . gers in the event of a sudden stop or an accm Canada , and Mexico . An additional 60,000 people We urge you to use the seat belts every ti work for the 1,250 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufacturedind - stdne drive the vehicle . across North America . by Nissan Motor Co . , Ltd . which was rfoundedorleani Tokyo , Japan in 1933 , and NISSAN affiliates wlarg The NISSAN story of growth and achievement re - r , - d NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the wide , collectively growing to become the . fifthcarsma flects our major goal : to provide you , our customeann Canadian economy . Nissan Canada Inc . , its suppli - automaker in the world . In addition toucks , cts with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmld ers and over 150 dealers employ approximately trucks , NISSAN also makes forklift ptrrodu ship � a product that we can be proud to bui a 4,500 people . These include company employees engines , boats and other diversified you can be proud to own . and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across Canada . NISSAN has made a substantial and growing lin - ntnesn - e In addition , many Canadians work for companies vestment in North America . NISSAN � s commitmes that supply NISSAN and NISSAN dealers with ma - is over $ 6 billion dollars in capital investment i terials and services ranging from the operation of facilities across the continent . Some of the hfacilitiaic port facilities and transportation services , to the include the Nissan Manufacturing facilities in Ce supply of lubricants , parts and accessories . ton , Mississippi and in Smyrna , Tennessee , v Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES . . . Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs . Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns . Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs . However , if there is something that your NISSAN You can write to NISSAN with the information at : The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information : dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to For U.S . customers provide NISSAN directly with comments or � Your name , address , and telephone number Nissan North America , Inc . questions , please contact the NISSAN Con - Consumer Affairs Department � Vehicle identification number ( attached to the sumer Affairs Department using our toll - free P.O . Box 191 top of the instrument panel on the driver � s number : Gardena , California 90248 - 0191 side ) For U.S . customers For Canadian customers � Date of purchase 1 - 800 - NISSAN - 1 Nissan Canada Inc . ( 1 - 800 - 647 - 7261 ) � Current odometer reading 5290 Orbitor Drive For Canadian customers Mississauga , Ontario L4W 4Z5 � Your NISSAN dealer � s name 1 - 800 - 387 - 0122 � Your comments or questions OR We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle . Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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Illustrated table of contents Table of 0 Contents Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 Instruments and controls 2 Pre - driving checks and adjustments 3 Heater , air conditioner and audio systems 4 Starting and driving 5 In case of emergency 6 Appearance and care 7 Maintenance and do - it - yourself 8 Technical and consumer information 9 Index 10
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0 Illustrated table of contents Airbags , seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 2 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 6 Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 3 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 7 Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 4 Warning / indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 10 Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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AIRBAGS , SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 1 . 2nd row seat belts ( P . 1 - 21 ) 2 . Supplemental curtain side - impact air bags ( if so equipped ) ( P . 1 - 8 ) 3 . Front seat belts ( P . 1 - 21 ) 4 . Supplemental front impact air bags ( P . 1 - 8 ) 5 . Seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 6 . Seat belt pretensioners ( P . 1 - 18 ) 7 . LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) ( P . 1 - 39 ) 8 . Top tether strap anchor point locations ( P . 1 - 42 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0033 0 - 2 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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EXTERIOR FRONT 1 . Engine hood ( P . 3 - 9 ) 2 . Windshield wiper and washer switch ( P . 2 - 18 ) 3 . Windshield ( P . 8 - 25 ) 4 . Roof rack ( P . 2 - 34 ) 5 . Power windows ( P . 2 - 37 ) 6 . Door locks , keyfob , keys ( P . 3 - 2 , 3 - 4 , 3 - 2 ) 7 . Mirrors ( P . 3 - 13 ) 8 . Tire pressure ( P . 9 - 11 ) 9 . Flat tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 10 . Tire chains ( P . 5 - 27 ) 11 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 32 ) 12 . Headlight and turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 20 ) 13 . Fog light switch ( P . 2 - 22 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0032 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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EXTERIOR REAR 1 . Roof rack ( P . 2 - 34 ) 2 . Vehicle loading ( P . 9 - 12 ) 3 . Rear window defrost ( P . 2 - 10 ) 4 . Rear window washer ( P . 2 - 19 ) 5 . Back door ( P . 3 - 10 ) 6 . Spare tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 7 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 32 ) 8 . Child safety rear door lock ( P . 3 - 4 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0031 0 - 4 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT 1 . Sunroof ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 40 ) 2 . Map lights ( P . 2 - 42 ) 3 . Sun visors ( P . 3 - 13 ) 4 . Inside mirror ( P . 3 - 13 ) 5 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 30 ) 6 . Cup holders ( P . 2 - 29 ) 7 . Front seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 8 . Rear seats ( P . 1 - 4 ) 9 . Storage ( P . 2 - 27 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0034 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 . Headlight / turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 20 ) 2 . Meters and gauges ( P . 2 - 3 ) 3 . Windshield wiper / washer switch ( P . 2 - 18 ) 4 . Power outlet ( P . 2 - 24 ) 5 . Heater and air conditioner ( P . 4 - 2 ) 6 . Front passenger supplemental air bag ( P . 1 - 8 ) 7 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 30 ) 8 . Audio system ( P . 4 - 10 ) 9 . Hazard warning flasher switch ( P . 2 - 23 ) 10 . Automatic / manual selector lever ( P . 5 - 10 ) 11 . Transfer case shift lever ( if so equipped ) ( P . 5 - 19 ) 12 . Parking brake release lever ( P . 5 - 16 ) 13 . Cruise control main / set switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 5 - 16 ) 14 . Driver supplemental air bag / horn ( P . 1 - 8 , P . 2 - 23 ) 15 . Steering wheel switch for audio con - trols ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 28 ) 16 . Vehicle dynamic control ( VDC ) off switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 24 ) 17 . Instrument brightness control ( P . 2 - 22 ) 18 . Rear window wiper and washer switch WIC0641 ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 19 ) 0 - 6 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS KA24DE engine 1 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 15 ) 2 . Automatic transmission fluid dipstick ( A / T model ) ( P . 8 - 14 ) 3 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 22 ) 4 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 10 ) 5 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 10 ) 6 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 7 . Clutch fluid reservoir ( M / T model ) ( P . 8 - 16 ) 8 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) 9 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 9 ) 10 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 9 ) 11 . Battery ( P . 8 - 17 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WDI0087 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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VG33E engine 1 . Fuse / fusible link holder ( P . 8 - 30 ) 2 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 15 ) 3 . Automatic transmission fluid dipstick ( A / T model ) ( P . 8 - 14 ) 4 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 5 . Clutch fluid reservoir ( M / T model ) ( P . 8 - 16 ) 6 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 22 ) 7 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) 8 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 10 ) 9 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 9 ) 10 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 10 ) 11 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 9 ) 12 . Battery ( P . 8 - 17 ) WDI0269 0 - 8 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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VG33ER engine 1 . Fuse / fusible link holder ( P . 8 - 30 ) 2 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 15 ) 3 . Automatic transmission fluid dipstick ( A / T model ) ( P . 8 - 14 ) 4 . Supercharger 5 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 6 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 22 ) 7 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) 8 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 10 ) 9 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 9 ) 10 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 10 ) 11 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 9 ) 12 . Battery ( P . 8 - 17 ) WDI0270 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WARNING / INDICATOR LIGHTS Warning Name Page Warning Name Page Warning Name Page light light light Anti - lock brake 2 - 10 Charge warning 2 - 11 Seat belt warn - 2 - 12 warning light light ing light and or chime Door open 2 - 11 2 - 13 Supplemental warning light Automatic 2 - 10 air bag warning 2 - 11 Engine oil pres - transmission oil light sure warning temperature light warning light ( Low fuel warn - 2 - 11 Indicator Name Page model ) ing light light 2 - 10 Automatic 2 - 11 Low tire pres - 2 - 13 Cruise main transmission sure warning switch indicator park warning light ( if so light ( if so light equipped ) equipped ) model ) ( 2 - 12 Low windshield 2 - 13 Cruise set Brake warning 2 - 10 washer fluid switch indicator light or warning light light ( if so ( if so equipped ) equipped ) 0 - 10 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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Indicator Name Page Indicator Name Page light light 4 - wheel drive 2 - 13 Turn 2 - 14 indicator light signal / hazard ( if so equipped ) indicator lights 2 - 15 2 - 13 High beam in - Vehicle dy - dicator light namic control ( Blue ) off indicator light ( if so 2 - 14 Malfunction equipped ) indicator lamp ( MIL ) 2 - 14 Overdrive off indicator light ( automatic transmission only ) 2 - 14 Slip indicator light ( if so equipped ) Illustrated table of contents 0 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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1 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Three - point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 25 Rear seat adjustment ( Type A ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Two - point type seat belt without retractor ( center of rear seat ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 28 Rear seat adjustment ( Type B ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 29 Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 30 Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8 Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 30 Precautions on supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8 Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 30 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Installation on rear seat center position . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 32 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Installation on rear seat outboard positions . . . . . . . 1 - 35 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 39 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 41 Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 23 Installation on front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 43 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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SEATS FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING c Do not adjust the driver � s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation . The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of con - trol of the vehicle . c After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . ARS1152 c For the most effective protection when WARNING the vehicle is in motion , the seat should c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when be upright . Always sit well back in the the seatback is reclined . This can be seat and adjust the seat properly . See dangerous . The shoulder belt will not � Precautions on Seat Belt Usage � later be against your body . In an accident , in this section . you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries . 1 - 2 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WARNING After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . WRS0175 WRS0176 Forward and backward Reclining Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the To recline the seatback , pull the lever up and lean seat forward or backward to the desired position . back . To bring the seatback forward , pull the lever Release the lever to lock the seat in position . up and lean your body forward . Release the lever to lock the seatback in position . The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit ( see � Precautions on seat belt usage � later in this section ) . Also , the seatback can be re - clined to allow occupants to rest when the ve - hicle is stopped . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0131 WRS0389 WRS0180 Seat lifter ( if so equipped for driver � s Lumbar support ( if so equipped for REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT ( Type A ) seat ) driver � s seat ) Folding Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of The lumbar support feature provides lower back 1 Pull outward on the 2 straps at the bottom of s the seat cushion to the desired position . support to the driver . Move the lever forward or the seat cushions . backward to adjust the seat lumbar area . 2 Lift the front of the seat cushion up and s remove the seat cushion . Store the seat cushion in a secure place . 1 - 4 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0181 WRS0182 WRS0183 3 5 6 Pull the ring on top of the seatback up . To return the rear seatback to a seating Hold the seat belts above the seat cushion . s s s position , push the seatback up until it 4 Fold down the seatback . 7 Slide the seat cushion back . s s latches . 8 Push down the seat cushion until it latches . s WARNING c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold - down position . Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an acci - dent or sudden stop . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts . Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly . Never ride in the rear seat unless the seat bottom cushions are in place and latched . c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting . In a sudden stop or collision , unsecured cargo could cause personal injury . c When returning the seatbacks to the WRS0184 WRS0185 upright position , be certain they are completely secured . If they are not com - 2 Pull the ring on top of the seatback up . REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT ( Type B ) s pletely secured in the latched position , 3 Fold down the seatback . s passengers may be injured in an acci - Folding dent or sudden stop . 1 Lift the front of the seat cushion up and s remove the seat cushion . Store the seat cushion in a secure place . 1 - 6 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts . Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly . Never ride in the rear seat unless the seat bottom cushions are in place and latched . c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting . In a sudden stop or collision , unsecured cargo could cause personal injury . c When returning the seatbacks to the WRS0186 WRS0187 upright position , be certain they are completely secured . If they are not com - 4 5 To return the rear seat to the normal position , Hold the seat belts above the seat cushion . s s6 pletely secured in the latched position , push the seatback up until latches . Slide the seat cushion back . s passengers may be injured in an acci - dent or sudden stop . 7 Push down the seat cushion until it latches . s WARNING c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold - down position . Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an acci - dent or sudden stop . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) sec - tion contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental front air bags and pre - tensioner seat belts . Supplemental front impact air bag system : This system can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front pas - senger in certain frontal collisions . Supplemental curtain side - impact air bag WRS0133 WRS0134 system ( if so equipped ) : This system can help Adjust the head restraint so the center is level HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT cushion the impact force to the head of occu - with the center of your ears . pants in front and rear outboard seating positions To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To lower , in certain side impact collisions . The curtain side - push and hold the lock knob and push the head impact air bags are designed to inflate on the side restraint down . where the vehicle is impacted . WARNING The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by Head restraints should be adjusted prop - erly as they may provide significant pro - the driver and front passenger seat belts and are tection against injury in an accident . Do not a substitute for them . Seat belts should not remove them . Check the adjustment always be correctly worn and the driver and front after someone else uses the seat . passenger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel and instrument panel . ( See � Seat belts � later in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage . ) 1 - 8 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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The supplemental air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position . After turning the ignition key to the ON position , the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates . The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational . WRS0031 c The seat belts and the supplemental WARNING front air bags are most effective when c The supplemental front air bags ordi - you are sitting well back and upright in narily will not inflate in the event of a the seat . The front air bags inflate with side impact , rear impact , rollover , or great force . If you are unrestrained , lower severity frontal collision . Always leaning forward , sitting sideways or out wear your seat belts to help reduce the of position in any way , you are at risk or severity of injury in various kinds greater risk of injury or death in a crash . of accidents . You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates . Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel . Always use the seat belts . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened . The air bag system monitors the severity of a collision and then inflates the air bags based on belt usage . Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident . c Keep hands on the outside of the steer - ing wheel . Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental front air bag inflates . ARS1133 1 - 10 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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ARS1041 ARS1042 ARS1043 WARNING c Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window . Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms . Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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ARS1044 ARS1045 WRS0256 WARNING c Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags or curtain side - impact air bags inflate if they are not properly re - strained . Pre - teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat , if possible . c Never install a rear - facing child re - straint in the front seat . An inflating supplemental front air bag could seri - ously injure or kill your child . See � Child restraints � later in this section for details . 1 - 12 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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SSS0101 WRS0236 SSS0159 WARNING WARNING Supplemental curtain side impact air bag : c The seat belts and the supplemental curtain side - impact air bags are most c The supplemental curtain side - impact effective when you are sitting well back air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the and upright in the seat . The curtain event of a frontal impact , rear impact , side - impact air bag inflates with great rollover or lower severity side collision . force . Do not allow anyone to place Always wear your seat belt to help re - their hand , leg or face near the side roof duce the risk or severity of injury in rails or to extend their hand out of the various kinds of accidents . window or lean against the door . Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 13 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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SSS0162 WRS0237 6 . Driver seat belt buckle switch 1 . Crash zone sensor 7 . Air bag diagnosis sensor unit 2 . Passenger supplemental air bag mod - 8 . Front seat belt pre - tensioner ule 9 . Driver supplemental air bag module 3 . Passenger seat belt buckle switch 4 . Side curtain air bag 5 . Front seat belt pre - tensioner 1 - 14 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision . inflate in a crash , depending on the crash severity Supplemental front air bag system and whether the front occupants are belted or The supplemental front air bags operate The driver supplemental front air bag is located in unbelted . This does not indicate improper perfor - only when the ignition switch is in the ON the center of the steering wheel . The passenger mance of the system . If you have any questions or START position . supplemental front air bag is mounted in the about the performance of your air bag system , dashboard above the glove box . After turning the ignition key to the ON please contact your NISSAN dealer . position , the supplemental air bag warning These systems are designed to meet optional When the supplemental front air bag inflates , a light illuminates . The supplemental air bag certification requirements under U.S . regulations . fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by the They are also permitted in Canada . The optional warning light will turn off after about 7 release of smoke . This smoke is not harmful and certification allows the front air bags to be de - seconds if the system is operational . does not indicate a fire . Care should be taken to signed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than not inhale it , as it may cause irritation and chok - previously . However , all of the information , WARNING ing . Those with a history of a breathing condition cautions and warnings in this manual still c Do not place any objects on the steer - should get fresh air promptly . apply and must be followed . ing wheel pad or on the instrument Supplemental front air bags , along with the use of The supplemental front air bag system is de - panel . Also , do not place any objects seat belts , help to cushion the impact force on signed to inflate in higher severity frontal colli - between any occupant and the steering the face and chest of the front occupants . They sions , although it may inflate if the forces in an - wheel or instrument panel . Such ob - can help save lives and reduce serious injuries . other type of collision are similar to those of a jects may become dangerous projec - However , an inflating front air bag may cause higher severity frontal impact . It may not inflate in tiles and cause injury if the supplemen - facial abrasions or other injuries . Front air bags certain frontal collisions . Vehicle damage ( or lack tal front air bag inflates . do not provide restraint to the lower body . of it ) is not always an indication of proper supple - c Immediately after inflation , several mental front air bag system operation . Seat belts should be correctly worn and the front air bag system components will be driver and passenger seated upright as far as The supplemental air bag system has dual stage hot . Do not touch them ; you may se - practical away from the steering wheel or instru - inflators for both the driver and passenger air verely burn yourself . ment panel . The supplemental front air bags in - bags . The system monitors information from the flate quickly in order to help protect the front crash zone sensor , the diagnosis sensor unit and occupants . Because of this , the force of the front seat belt buckle sensors that detect if the seat air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if belts are fastened . Inflator operation is based on the occupant is too close to , or is against , the the severity of a collision and whether the seat front air bag module during inflation . belts are being used . Only one front air bag may Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 15 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c Work on and around the supplemental c No unauthorized changes should be front air bag system should be done by made to any components or wiring of a NISSAN dealer . Installation of electri - the supplemental air bag system . This is cal equipment should also be done by a to prevent accidental inflation of the NISSAN dealer . The Supplemental Re - supplemental air bag or damage to the straint System ( SRS ) wiring should not supplemental air bag system . be modified or disconnected . Unautho - c Do not make unauthorized changes to rized electrical test equipment and your vehicle � s electrical system , sus - probing devices should not be used on pension system or front end structure . the air bag system . This could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system . c A cracked windshield should be re - placed immediately by a qualified re - c Tampering with the supplemental front pair facility . A cracked windshield could air bag system may result in serious affect inflation of the supplemental air WRS0235 personal injury . Tampering includes bag system . changes to the steering wheel and the Supplemental curtain side - impact air instrument panel assembly by placing c The SRS wiring harness connectors are bag system ( if so equipped ) material over the steering wheel pad yellow and orange for easy and above the instrument panel or by identification . The supplemental curtain side - impact air bags installing additional trim material are located in the roof side rails . This system is When selling your vehicle , we request that you around the air bag system . designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help inform the buyer about the supplemental front air reduce the risk of injury to out - of - position occu - bag system and guide the buyer to the appropri - pants . However , all of the information , cau - ate sections in this Owner � s Manual . tions and warnings in this manual still ap - ply and must be followed . The curtain side - impact air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions , although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact . They are 1 - 16 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle these air bag modules during inflation . The cur - c Do not make unauthorized changes to is impacted . They may not inflate in certain side tain side - impact air bag will deflate quickly after your vehicle � s electrical system , sus - collisions . the collision is over . pension system or side panel . This could affect proper operation of the Vehicle damage ( or lack of it ) is not always an The supplemental curtain side - impact air supplemental curtain side - impact air indication of proper supplemental curtain side - bags operate only when the ignition switch bag system . impact air bag operation . is in the ON or START position . c Work around and on the curtain side - When the supplemental curtain side - impact air After turning the ignition key to the ON impact air bag system should be done bags inflate , a fairly loud noise may be heard , position , the supplemental air bag warning by a NISSAN dealer . Installation of elec - followed by release of smoke . This smoke is not light illuminates . The supplemental air bag trical equipment should also be done by harmful and does not indicate a fire . Care should warning light will turn off after about 7 a NISSAN dealer . The SRS wiring har - be taken not to inhale it , as it may cause irritation seconds if the system is operational . nesses * should not be modified or dis - and choking . Those with a history of a breathing connected . Unauthorized electrical test WARNING condition should get fresh air promptly . equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag system . c Right after inflation , several curtain Supplemental curtain side - impact air bags help side - impact air bag system compo - to cushion the impact force to the head of occu - * The SRS wiring harness connectors are nents will be hot . Do not touch them ; pants in the front and rear outboard seating po - yellow and orange for easy identification . you may severely burn yourself . sitions . They can help save lives and reduce When selling your vehicle , we request that you serious injuries . However , an inflating curtain c No unauthorized changes should be inform the buyer about the supplemental side air side - impact air bag may cause abrasions or other made to any components or wiring of bag and curtain side - impact air bag system and injuries . Supplemental curtain side - impact air the curtain side - impact air bag system . guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this This is to prevent accidental inflation of bags do not provide restraint to the lower body . Owner � s Manual . the curtain side - impact air bag or dam - Rear seat passengers should be seated as far age to the curtain side - impact air bag away as practical from the door finishers and side system . roof rails . The curtain side - impact air bag inflate quickly in order to help protect the occupants . Because of this , the force of the curtain side - impact air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to , or is against , Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 17 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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cause irritation and choking . Those with a history Pre - tensioner seat belt system ( front c Work around and on the pre - tensioner of a breathing condition should get fresh air system should be done by a NISSAN seats ) promptly . dealer . Installation of electrical equip - ment should also be done by a NISSAN If any abnormality occurs in the pre - tensioner WARNING dealer . Unauthorized electrical test system , the supplemental air bag warning c The pre - tensioner seat belt cannot be equipment and probing devices should light will flash intermittently after the igni - reused after activation . It must be re - not be used on the pre - tensioner seat tion key is turned to the ON or START position . In placed together with the retractor and belt system . this case , the pre - tensioner seat belt will not buckle as a unit . function properly . They must be checked and c If you need to dispose of the pre - c If the vehicle becomes involved in a repaired . Take your vehicle to the nearest tensioner or scrap the vehicle , contact a frontal collision but the pre - tensioner is NISSAN dealer . NISSAN dealer . Correct pre - tensioner not activated , be sure to have the pre - disposal procedures are set forth in the When selling your vehicle , we request that you tensioner system checked and , if nec - appropriate NISSAN Service Manual . inform the buyer about the pre - tensioner seat belt essary , replaced by your NISSAN Incorrect disposal procedures could system and guide the buyer to the appropriate dealer . cause personal injury . sections in this Owner � s Manual . c No unauthorized changes should be The front seat pre - tensioner seat belt system made to any components or wiring of activates in conjunction with the supplemental air the pre - tensioner seat belt system . This bag systems . Working with the seat belt retrac - is to prevent accidental activation of tor , it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle the pre - tensioner seat belt or damage becomes involved in certain types of collisions , to the pre - tensioner seat belt operation . helping to restrain front seat occupants . Tampering with the pre - tensioner seat belt system may result in serious per - The pre - tensioner is encased with the seat belt � s sonal injury . retractor . These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts . When the pre - tensioner seat belt activates , smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard . This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire . Care should be taken not to inhale it , as it may 1 - 18 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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LRS0100 SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light , displaying in the instrument panel , moni - tors the circuits of the supplemental front air bag , supplemental curtain side - impact air bag ( if so equipped ) and pre - tensioner seat belt systems . WRS0424 The circuits monitored by the supplemental air 1 . SRS Air Bag Warning Labels SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit , WARNING LABELS crash zone sensor , supplemental front air bag modules , supplemental curtain side - impact air Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag modules ( if so equipped ) , pre - tensioner seat bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in belts and all related wiring . the illustration . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 19 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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When the ignition key is in the ON or START WARNING WARNING position , the supplemental air bag warning light If the supplemental air bag warning light c Once a supplemental front air bag or illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns is on , it could mean that the supplemental supplemental curtain side - impact air off . This means the system is operational . front air bag or pre - tensioner seat belt bag has inflated , the air bag module will If any of the following system conditions occur , systems will not operate in an accident . To not function again and must be re - the supplemental front air bag , supplemental cur - help avoid injury to yourself or others , placed . Additionally , if any of the tain side - impact air bag and pre - tensioner seat have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN supplemental front air bags inflate , the belt systems need servicing : dealer as soon as possible . activated pre - tensioner seat belts must also be replaced . The air bag module c The supplemental air bag warning light re - Repair and replacement procedure and pre - tensioner seat belt system mains on after approximately 7 seconds . should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer . The supplemental front air bags , supplemental The air bag module and pre - tensioner c The supplemental air bag warning light curtain side - impact air bags ( if so equipped ) and seat belt system cannot be repaired . flashes intermittently . pre - tensioner seat belts are designed to inflate c The supplemental front air bag and cur - on a one - time - only basis . As a reminder , unless it c The supplemental air bag warning light does tain side - impact air bag systems , and is damaged , the supplemental air bag warning not come on at all . the pre - tensioner seat belt system light remains illuminated after inflation has oc - Under these conditions , the Supplemental Re - should be inspected by a NISSAN curred . Repair and replacement of these supple - dealer if there is any damage to the straint System ( supplemental front air bag , mental air bag systems should be done only by a front end or side portion of the vehicle . supplemental curtain side - impact air bag or pre - NISSAN dealer . tensioner seat belt systems ) may not operate c If you need to dispose of the supple - When maintenance work is required on the ve - properly . It must be checked and repaired . Take mental air bag , pre - tensioner seat belt hicle , the supplemental front air bags , supple - your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer . system or scrap the vehicle , contact a mental curtain side - impact air bags , pre - NISSAN dealer . Correct supplemental tensioner seat belts and related parts should be air bag and pre - tensioner seat belt sys - pointed out to the person performing the mainte - tem disposal procedures are set forth in nance . The ignition key should always be in the the appropriate NISSAN Service LOCK position when working under the hood or Manual . Incorrect disposal procedures inside the vehicle . could cause personal injury . 1 - 20 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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SEAT BELTS SSS0136 PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad - justed , and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat , your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and / or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced . NISSAN strongly en - courages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive , even if your seat - ing position includes a supplemental air bag . Most U.S . states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 21 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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SSS0134 SSS0016 WARNING WARNING c Every person who drives or rides in this c The seat belt should be properly ad - vehicle should use a seat belt at all justed to a snug fit . Failure to do so may times . Children should be properly re - reduce the effectiveness of the entire strained in the rear seat and , if appro - restraint system and increase the priate , in a child restraint . chance or severity of injury in an acci - dent . Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly . 1 - 22 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c All seat belt assemblies , including re - c Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely tractors and attaching hardware , fastened to the proper buckle . should be inspected after any collision c Do not wear the seat belt inside out or by a NISSAN dealer . NISSAN recom - twisted . Doing so may reduce its mends that all seat belt assemblies in effectiveness . use during a collision be replaced un - c Do not allow more than one person to less the collision was minor and the use the same seat belt . belts show no damage and continue to operate properly . Seat belt assemblies c Never carry more people in the vehicle not in use during a collision should also than there are seat belts . be inspected and replaced if either c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo damage or improper operation is noted . area while the vehicle is in motion . It c All child restraints and attaching hard - does not contain seat belts . It is not ware should be inspected after any col - SSS0014 designed for passengers . They could be lision . Always follow the restraint injured in sudden braking or a collision . manufacturer � s inspection instructions WARNING c If the seat belt warning light glows con - and replacement recommendations . c Always route the shoulder belt over tinuously while the ignition is turned The child restraints should be replaced your shoulder and across your chest . ON with all doors closed and all seat if they are damaged . Never run the belt behind your back , belts fastened , it may indicate a mal - under your arm or across your neck . The CHILD SAFETY function in the system . Have the system belt should be away from your face and checked by a NISSAN dealer . Children need adults to help protect them . neck , but not falling off your shoulder . c Once the pre - tensioner seat belt has They need to be properly restrained . c Position the lap belt as low and snug as activated , it cannot be reused and must possible AROUND THE HIPS , NOT THE The proper restraint depends on the child � s size . be replaced together with the retractor . WAIST . A lap belt worn too high could Generally , infants up to about 1 year and less See your NISSAN dealer . increase the risk of internal injuries in than 20 pounds ( 9 kg ) should be placed in rear c Removal and installation of the pre - an accident . facing child restraints . Front facing child re - tensioner seat belt system components straints are available for children who outgrow should be done by a NISSAN dealer . rear facing child restraints . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 23 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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Infants and small children WARNING WARNING NISSAN recommends that infants and small chil - Infants and children need special protec - Never let a child stand or kneel on any dren be placed in child restraints that comply with tion . The vehicle � s seat belts may not fit seat and do not allow a child in the cargo Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca - them properly . The shoulder belt may areas while the vehicle is moving . The come too close to the face or neck . The child could be seriously injured or killed in nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards . You lap belt may not fit over their small hip an accident or sudden stop . should choose a child restraint that fits your ve - bones . In an accident , an improperly fit - hicle and always follow the manufacturer � s in - PREGNANT WOMEN ting seat belt could cause serious or fatal structions for installation and use . injury . Always use appropriate child NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use Larger children restraints . seat belts . The seat belt should be worn snug , Children who are too large for child restraints and always position the lap belt as low as pos - All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or terri - should be seated and restrained by the seat belts sible around the hips , not the waist . Place the tories require the use of approved child restraints which are provided . shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your for infants and small children . See � Child Re - chest . Never run the lap / shoulder belt over your straints � later in this section . If the child � s seating position has a shoulder belt abdominal area . Contact your doctor for specific that fits close to the face or neck , the use of a In addition , there are many types of child re - recommendations . booster seat ( commercially available ) may help straints available for larger children which should overcome this . The booster seat should raise the be used for maximum protection . INJURED PERSONS child so that the shoulder belt is properly posi - NISSAN recommends that all pre - teens NISSAN recommends that injured persons use tioned across the top , middle portion of the and children be restrained in the rear seat . seat belts . Check with your doctor for specific shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips . The According to accident statistics , children recommendations . booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have are safer when properly restrained in the a label certifying that it complies with Federal rear seat than in the front seat . This is Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo - especially important because your vehicle tor Vehicle Safety Standards . Once the child has has a supplemental restraint system ( Air grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near bag system ) for the front passenger . See the face and neck , use the shoulder belt without � Supplemental restraint system � earlier in the booster seat . this section . 1 - 24 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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THREE - POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR WARNING c Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times . c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined . This can be dangerous . The shoulder belt will not be against your body . In an accident , you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries . You WRS0174 WRS0137 could also slide under the lap belt and Manual front seat shown 2 receive serious internal injuries . Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor s and insert the tongue into the buckle until Fastening the seat belts c For the most effective protection when you hear and feel the latch engage . the vehicle is in motion , the seat should 1 Adjust the seat . See � Seats � earlier in this s be upright . Always sit well back in the The retractor is designed to lock during a section . seat and adjust the seat belt properly . sudden stop or on impact . A slow pulling motion permits the seat belt to move , and allows you some freedom of movement in the seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 25 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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emergency locking mode . See � Child restraints � later in this section for more information . The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation . During normal seat belt use by a passen - ger , the locking mode should not be acti - vated . If it is activated it may cause uncom - fortable seat belt tension . WARNING When fastening the seat belts , be certain that the seatbacks are completely se - cured in the latched position . If they are not completely secured , passengers may WRS0138 WRS0139 be injured in an accident or sudden stop . 3 Position the lap belt portion low and snug Unfastening the seat belts s on the hips as shown . 1 To unfasten the seat belt , press the button on s 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the the buckle . The seat belt automatically re - s tracts . retractor to take up extra slack . Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder Checking seat belt operation and across your chest . Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt The front passenger seat belt and the rear three - movement by two separate methods : point seat belts have a cinching mechanism for child restraint installation . It is referred to as the c When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the automatic locking mode . retractor . When automatic locking mode is activated the c When the vehicle slows down rapidly . seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted . Once retracted , the seat belt is in the 1 - 26 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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To increase your confidence in the seat belts , WARNING check the operation as follows . c After adjustment , release the adjust - c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward ment button and try to move the shoul - quickly . The retractor should lock and re - der belt anchor up and down to make strict further belt movement . sure it is securely fixed in position . If the retractor does not lock during this check or c The shoulder belt anchor height should if you have any questions about seat belt opera - be adjusted to the position best for you . tion , see a NISSAN dealer . Failure to do so may reduce the effec - tiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident . WRS0189 Shoulder belt height adjustment ( Front seats ) The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad - justed to the position best for you . ( See � Precau - tions on seat belt usage � earlier in this section . ) 1 To adjust , pull out the adjustment button and s move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired 2 position , so the belt passes over the center of s the shoulder . The belt should be away from your face and neck , but not falling off your shoulder . Release the adjustment button to lock the shoul - der belt anchor into position . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 27 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0190 WRS0191 WRS0192 2 . Tighten the belt by pulling the free end of the Fastening the belts TWO - POINT TYPE SEAT BELT belt away from the tongue . WITHOUT RETRACTOR ( center of 1 . Insert the tongue into the buckle until you rear seat ) hear and feel the latch engage . 1 - 28 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0193 WRS0194 WRS0201 3 . Position the lap belt low and snug on the 4 . Loosen the belt by holding the tongue at a Unfastening the seat belts hips as illustrated . right angle to the belt , then pull on the belt . To unfasten the seat belt , press the button the buckle . 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 is available which is compatible with the installed seat belts . The ex - tender adds approximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position . See a NISSAN dealer for assistance if an extender is required . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 29 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS c Periodically check to see that the seat WARNING belt and the metal components , such as c Only NISSAN seat belt extenders , made buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible wires by the same company which made the and anchors , work properly . If loose parts , original equipment seat belts , should deterioration , cuts or other damage on the be used with NISSAN seat belts . webbing is found , the entire seat belt as - sembly should be replaced . c Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender . Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident . c Never use seat belt extenders to install child restraints . If the child restraint is not secured properly , the child could be ARS1098 seriously injured in a collision or a sud - PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD den stop . RESTRAINTS SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE WARNING c To clean the seat belt webbing , apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom - c Infants and small children should al - ways be placed in an appropriate child mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet . restraint while riding in the vehicle . Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat Failure to use a child restraint can re - belts to dry in the shade . Do not allow the sult in serious injury or death . seat belts to retract until they are completely dry . c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . 1 - 30 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c Choose only a restraint with a label certifying c Never install a rear - facing child re - that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle straint in the front seat . An inflating Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor supplemental front air bag could seri - Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . ously injure or kill your child . A rear - facing child restraint must only be used c Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be in the rear seat . sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat and seat belt system . c NISSAN recommends that the child re - straint be installed in the rear seat . Ac - c If the child restraint is compatible with your cording to accident statistics , children vehicle , place your child in the child restraint are safer when properly restrained in and check the various adjustments to be the rear seat than in the front seat . sure the child restraint is compatible with c An improperly installed child restraint your child . Always follow all recommended could lead to serious injury or death in procedures . WRS0256 an accident . All U.S . states and provinces of Canada WARNING In general , child restraints are designed to be require that infants and small children be installed with a lap belt or the lap portion of a restrained in an approved child restraint at c Infants and small children should never three - point type seat belt . In addition , this vehicle be carried on your lap . It is not possible all times while the vehicle is being oper - is equipped with a universal child restraint lower for even the strongest adult to resist the ated . anchor system , referred to as the LATCH ( Lower forces of a severe accident . The child Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) system . Some could be crushed between the adult and WARNING child restraints include two rigid or webbing - parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the mounted attachments that can be connected to c Improper use of a child restraint can same seat belt around both your child these lower anchors . For details , see the � LATCH increase the risk or severity of injury for and yourself . ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) sys - both the child and other occupants of tem � later in this section . the vehicle . Child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes are offered by several manufactur - ers . When selecting any child restraint , keep the following points in mind : Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 31 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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c For a front - facing child restraint , if the c Follow all of the child restraint manu - seat position where it is installed has a facturer � s instructions for installation three - point type lap / shoulder belt , and use . When purchasing a child re - check to make sure the shoulder belt straint , be sure to select one which will does not go in front of the child � s face or fit your child and vehicle . It may not be neck . If it does , put the shoulder belt possible to properly install some types behind the child restraint . If you must of child restraints in your vehicle . install a front - facing child restraint in c If the child restraint is not anchored the front seat , see � Installation on front properly , the risk of a child being in - passenger seat � later in this section . jured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases . c When your child restraint is not in use , keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - vent it from being thrown around in tioned to fit the child restraint , but as case of a sudden stop or accident . WRS0263 upright as possible . Front Facing � step 1 c After attaching the child restraint , test it CAUTION Front facing before you place the child in it . Push it Remember that a child restraint left in a from side to side . Try to tug it forward When you install a child restraint in the rear closed vehicle can become very hot . and check to see if the belt holds the center seat , follow these steps : Check the seating surface and buckles restraint in place . The child restraint before placing your child in the child 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat as should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 restraint . illustrated . Always follow the restraint manu - mm ) . If the restraint is not secure , facturer � s instructions . tighten the belt as necessary , or put the INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT restraint in another seat and test it CENTER POSITION again . 1 - 32 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0250 WRS0264 WRS0265 Front Facing � step 3 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 4 3 . Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very 4 . Before placing the child in the child restraint , 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the child tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt use force to tilt the child restraint from side restraint and insert it into the buckle until you adjustment . to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is hear and feel the latch engage . securely in place . It should not move more Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . facturer � s instructions for belt routing . 5 . If it is not secure , try to tighten the belt again , or put the restraint in another seat . 6 . Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 33 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0266 WRS0267 WRS0268 Rear Facing � step 1 Rear Facing � step 2 Rear Facing � step 3 3 . Remove all slack in the lap belt for a very 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the child Rear facing tight fit by pulling forcefully on the lap belt restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint in the rear adjustment . hear and feel the latch engage . center seat , follow these steps : Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat as facturer � s instructions for belt routing . illustrated . Always follow the restraint manu - facturer � s instructions . 1 - 34 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD POSITIONS WARNING c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint . c Failure to use the retractor � s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured . The re - straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child WRS0269 WRS0272 in a sudden stop or collision . Rear Facing � step 4 Front Facing � step 1 4 . Before placing the child in the child restraint , Front facing use force to tilt the child restraint from side When you install a child restraint in a rear out - to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is board seat , follow these steps : securely in place . It should not move more than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - 5 . If it is not secure , try to tighten the belt again , structions . or put the restraint in another seat . 6 . Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 35 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0250 WRS0251 WRS0146 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 3 Front Facing � step 4 4 . Allow the belt to retract . Pull up on the 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the child shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . fully extended . At this time , the belt retractor restraint and insert it into the buckle until you is in the automatic locking mode ( child re - hear and feel the latch engage . straint mode ) . It reverts back to emergency Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - locking mode when the belt is fully retracted . facturer � s instructions for belt routing . 1 - 36 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . WRS0252 WRS0273 Rear Facing � step 1 Front Facing � step 5 5 . Before placing the child in the child restraint , Rear facing use force to tilt the child restraint from side When you install a child restraint in a rear out - to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is board seat , follow these steps : securely held in place . It should not move 1 . Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - more than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic structions . locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor , the retrac - tor is in the automatic locking mode . 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . If the belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 37 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WRS0309 WRS0260 WRS0253 Rear Facing � step 2 Rear Facing � step 3 Rear Facing � step 4 4 . Allow the belt to retract . Pull up on the 3 . Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is 2 . Route the seat belt tongue through the child shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . fully extended . At this time , the belt retractor restraint and insert it into the buckle until you is in the automatic locking mode ( child re - hear and feel it engage . straint mode ) . It reverts back to emergency Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - locking mode when the belt is fully retracted . facturer � s instructions for belt routing . 1 - 38 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . WRS0254 WRS0438 Rear Facing � step 5 LATCH system anchor point locations 5 . Before placing the child in the child restraint , LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers use force to tilt the child restraint from side for CHildren ) SYSTEM to side , and tug it forward to make sure it is securely held in place . It should not move WARNING more than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . c Attach LATCH system compatible child 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic restraints only at the locations shown . If locking mode by trying to pull more belt out a child restraint is not secured properly , of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more your child could be seriously injured or belt webbing out of the retractor , the retrac - killed in an accident . tor is in the automatic locking mode . c Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is LATCH system anchors . The child re - properly secured prior to each use . If the belt straint will not be secured properly . is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 39 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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seat belt to secure the child restraint . Your vehicle WARNING is equipped with special anchor points that are Inspect the lower anchors by inserting used with LATCH system compatible child re - your fingers into the lower anchor area straints . Check your child restraint for a label and feeling to make sure there are no stating that it is compatible with the LATCH sys - obstructions over the LATCH system an - tem . This information may also be in the child chors , such as seat belt webbing or seat restraint owner � s manual . If you have such a child cushion material . The child restraint will restraint , refer to the illustration for the seating not be secured properly if the LATCH sys - positions equipped with LATCH system anchors tem anchors are obstructed . which can be used to secure the child restraint . 1 . To install the LATCH system compatible The LATCH system anchors are located at the child restraint , insert the child restraint rear of the seat cushion near the seatback . A LATCH system anchor attachments into the label is attached to the seatback to help you anchor points on the seat . If the child re - WRS0206 locate the LATCH system anchors . straint is equipped with a top tether , see LATCH anchor point labels � Top tether strap child restraint � later in this LATCH child restraints generally require the use section for installation instructions . of a top tether strap . See � Top tether strap child c The LATCH system anchors are de - signed to withstand only those loads restraint � later in this section for installation in - 2 . After attaching the child restraint and before imposed by correctly fitted child re - structions . placing the child in it , use force to push the straints . Under no circumstance are child restraint from side to side and tug it When installing a child restraint , carefully read they to be used for adult seat belts or forward to make sure that the child restraint and follow the instructions in this manual and harnesses . is securely held in place . It should not move those supplied with the child restraint . more than 1 inch . Some child restraints include two rigid or When you install a LATCH system compatible webbing - mounted attachments that can be con - 3 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is child restraint to the lower anchor attachments , nected to two anchors located at certain seating properly secured prior to each use . follow these steps : positions in your vehicle . This system is known as the LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil - dren ) system . This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system . With this system , you do not have to use a vehicle 1 - 40 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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structions to remove any slack . Make sure the shoulder belt is placed between the seat back and child restraint . For the rear outboard seating positions , place the top tether strap over the seat back as shown in the illustration . WRS0207 WRS0209 Rear seat outboard position Rear seat outboard position 1 . Hook TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD 2 . Anchor bracket RESTRAINT 3 . Tether strap This vehicle is equipped with 3 anchor brackets 4 . Tongue and buckle fastened in the rear cargo area for attaching child restraint top tether straps . If your child restraint has a top tether strap , se - cure the child restraint with the two - point ( center ) or three - point seat belt and latch the top strap hook onto the anchor bracket which provides the straightest installation of the tether strap . Tighten the strap according to the manufacturer � s in - Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags 1 - 41 Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X
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WARNING In the center position the top tether strap must be correctly placed between the split in the rear seat back cushions . If the child restraint top tether strap is not secured properly , your child could be seriously in - jured or killed in an accident . Secure the top strap to the attaching bracket that provides the straightest installation of the strap . Tighten the strap according to the manufactur - er � s instructions to remove any slack . WARNING WRS0208 WRS0232 c Child restraint anchor points are de - Rear seat center position 1 . Anchor point locations signed to withstand only those loads For the rear center seating position , place the top 2 . Cargo tie down hook flaps imposed by correctly fitted child re - tether strap through the split between the rear Anchor point locations straints . Under no circumstances are seat back cushion as shown in the illustration . they to be used for adult seat belts or Anchor points are located in the cargo area under Position the tether as low as possible in the split harnesses . 1 the carpet s . before tightening the top tether strap . Do not c The child restraint top tether strap may place the top tether strap over the seat back to If you have any questions when installing a be damaged by contact with the ton - the side of the split when installing a child re - top strap child restraint on the rear seat , neau cover or items in the cargo area . straint in the center rear position . In that position consult your NISSAN dealer for details . Remove the tonneau cover from the ve - the top tether strap may not stay in place and not hicle or secure it and any cargo . Your keep the child restraint secure in a crash . child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the top tether strap is damaged . 1 - 42 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental air bags Z REVIEW COPY — 2004 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 07 / 30 / 04 — debbie X