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FOREWORD READ FIRST � THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Own - Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE er � s Manual carefully . This will ensure familiarity owners . This vehicle is delivered to you with This vehicle should not be modified . with controls and maintenance requirements , as - confidence . It was produced using the latest Modification could affect its techniques and strict quality control . sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle . performance , safety or durability , and This manual was prepared to help you under - may even violate governmental WARNING stand the operation and maintenance of your regulations . In addition , damage or per - vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles ( kilome - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE - formance problems resulting from ters ) of driving pleasure . Please read through this MINDERS FOR SAFETY ! modifications may not be covered under manual before operating your vehicle . Follow these important driving rules to NISSAN warranties . A separate Warranty Information Booklet help ensure a safe and complete trip for explains details about the warranties cov - you and your passengers ! ering your vehicle . The � NISSAN Service c NEVER drive under the influence of al - and Maintenance Guide � explains details cohol or drugs . about maintaining and servicing your ve - c ALWAYS observe posted speed limits hicle . Additionally , a separate Customer and never drive too fast for conditions . Care / Lemon Law Booklet ( U.S . only ) will explain how to resolve any concerns you c ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro - may have with your vehicle , as well as priate child restraint systems . Preteen clarify your rights under your state � s lemon children should be seated in the rear law . seat . Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle c ALWAYS provide information about the best . When you require any service or have any proper use of vehicle safety features to questions , they will be glad to assist you with the all occupants of the vehicle . extensive resources available to them . c ALWAYS review this owner � s manual for important safety information . Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 13 / 05 — root 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 . ' 2005 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 — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy 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 awarenessntrol . people are the central element in quality co 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 been established by NISSAN . produce the finest in safe , reliable and heconomicucae San Diego , California , and engineering at NISSAN Safety has also been built into your NISSAN . As youtyn - t.u transportation . Your vehicle is the product of a sct Technical Center North America in Farmington Hills , know , seat belts are an integral part of the safeeenyo cessful worldwide company that manufacturess Michigan . Additionally , NISSAN employs more than systems that will help protect you and your ipassde and trucks in over 17 countries and distribute 21,000 people throughout the United States , gers in the event of a sudden stop or an accm in 170 nations . 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 The NISSAN story of growth and achievement re - r , - d Tokyo , Japan in 1933 , and NISSAN affiliates wlarg NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the flects our major goal : to provide you , our customeann wide , collectively growing to become the . fifthcarsma Canadian economy . NISSAN Canada Inc . , its sup - with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmld automaker in the world . In addition toucks , cts pliers and over 150 dealers employ approximately ship � a product that we can be proud to bui a trucks , NISSAN also makes forklift ptrrodu 4,500 people . These include company employees you can be proud to own . engines , boats and other diversified 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 — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 13 / 05 — root 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 — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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Illustrated table of contents Table of 0 Contents Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 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 - 8 Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 4 Warning / indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 10 Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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AIRBAGS , SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 1 . Supplemental front impact air bags ( P . 1 - 32 ) 2 . Supplemental side impact air bag ( P . 1 - 32 ) 3 . Seat belt pretensioners ( P . 1 - 41 ) 4 . Front seat belts ( P . 1 - 6 ) 5 . Rear seat belts ( P . 1 - 6 ) 6 . Top tether strap anchor ( P . 1 - 23 ) 7 . LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) ( P . 1 - 22 ) 8 . Seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 9 . Head restraints ( P . 1 - 5 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0007 0 - 2 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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EXTERIOR FRONT 1 . Engine hood ( P . 3 - 9 ) 2 . Headlight and turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 18 ) 3 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 35 ) 4 . Windshield wiper and washer switch ( P . 2 - 16 ) 5 . Windshield ( P . 8 - 26 ) 6 . Sunroof ( P . 2 - 28 ) 7 . Power windows ( P . 2 - 25 ) 8 . Door locks , keyfob , keys ( P . 3 - 3 , 3 - 6 , 3 - 2 ) 9 . Mirrors ( P . 3 - 14 ) 10 . Tire pressure ( P . 8 - 38 ) 11 . Flat tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 12 . Tire chains ( P . 8 - 45 ) 13 . Fog light switch ( P . 2 - 20 ) 14 . Tie down / towing hooks ( P . 6 - 12 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0009 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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EXTERIOR REAR 1 . Rear window defroster switch ( P . 2 - 17 ) 2 . Vehicle loading ( P . 9 - 13 ) 3 . Trunk lid ( P . 3 - 10 ) 4 . Interior trunk lid release ( P . 3 - 11 ) 5 . Tie - down / towing hook ( P . 6 - 12 ) 6 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 35 ) 7 . Fuel filler cap , fuel recommendation ( P . 3 - 12 , P . 9 - 3 ) 8 . Fuel - filler door ( P . 3 - 12 ) 9 . Child safety locks ( P . 3 - 5 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0010 0 - 4 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT 1 . Inside mirror ( P . 3 - 14 ) 2 . Map lights ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 30 ) 3 . Sun visors ( P . 3 - 14 ) 4 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 24 ) 5 . Sunroof ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 28 ) 6 . Front seat ( P . 1 - 2 ) 7 . Rear seat ( P . 1 - 4 ) 8 . Rear cup holders ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 23 ) 9 . Console box ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 24 ) 10 . Front cup holders ( P . 2 - 23 ) 11 . Park brake , parking on hills ( P . 5 - 13 , P . 5 - 17 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0008 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 . Headlight / fog light ( if so equipped ) / turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 18 ) 2 . Meters / gauges ( P . 2 - 3 ) 3 . Windshield wiper / washer switch ( P . 2 - 16 ) 4 . Heater / air conditioner control ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 2 ) 5 . Storage compartment ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 25 ) 6 . Hazard warning flasher switch ( P . 2 - 20 ) 7 . Center ventilators ( P . 4 - 2 ) 8 . Passenger supplemental air bag ( P . 1 - 32 ) 9 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 24 ) 10 . Pocket ( P . 2 - 22 ) 11 . Power outlet ( P . 2 - 21 ) 12 . Power outlet ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 21 ) 13 . Audio system ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 10 ) 14 . Cruise control and main set switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 20 ) 15 . Tilt steering lock lever ( P . 3 - 14 ) 16 . Trunk release Type B ( P . 3 - 10 ) 17 . Fuel filler door opening lever ( P . 3 - 12 ) 18 . Driver supplemental air bag ( P . 1 - 32 ) 19 . Hood release lever ( P . 3 - 9 ) 20 . Fuse box cover / coin holder ( P . 8 - 29 , 2 - 24 ) WIC0433 0 - 6 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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21 . Trunk release Type A ( P . 3 - 10 ) 22 . Instrument brightness control switch ( P . 2 - 19 ) 23 . Outside mirror electric control type switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 3 - 15 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . Illustrated table of contents 0 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS QG18DE engine 1 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 11 ) 2 . Spark plug caps / ignition coils ( P . 8 - 22 ) 3 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) 4 . Clutch fluid reservoir ( M / T model ) ( P . 8 - 18 ) 5 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 23 ) 6 . Battery ( P . 8 - 19 ) 7 . Fuse / Fusible link box ( P . 8 - 29 ) 8 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 8 ) 9 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 11 ) 10 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 18 ) 11 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 8 ) 12 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) WDI0024 0 - 8 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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QR25DE engine 1 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 11 ) 2 . Spark plug caps ( P . 8 - 22 ) 3 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) 4 . Clutch fluid reservoir ( M / T model ) ( P . 8 - 18 ) 5 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 23 ) 6 . Battery ( P . 8 - 19 ) 7 . Fuel / Fusible link box ( P . 8 - 29 ) 8 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 8 ) 9 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 11 ) 10 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 18 ) 11 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 8 ) 12 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 17 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LDI0108 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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WARNING / INDICATOR LIGHTS Warning Name Page Indicator Name Page Warning Name Page light light light 2 - 10 2 - 11 Low windshield Cruise SET Anti - lock brake 2 - 9 washer fluid switch indicator warning light or warning light light ( if so ( if so equipped ) ( if so equipped ) equipped ) 2 - 10 2 - 11 Seat belt warn - High beam in - Brake warning 2 - 9 ing light and dicator light light or chime ( blue ) 2 - 11 2 - 11 Supplemental Malfunction air bag warning indicator lamp Charge warning 2 - 10 light ( MIL ) light 2 - 12 Overdrive off Door open 2 - 10 indicator light warning light Indicator Name Page ( automatic light Engine oil pres - 2 - 10 transmission sure light models only ) 2 - 11 CRUISE main switch indicator Low fuel warn - 2 - 10 2 - 12 Turn light ( if so ing light signal / hazard equipped ) indicator lights 0 - 10 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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1 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system LATCH Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 22 Folding rear seat ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 23 Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5 Child restraint installation on front passenger Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 27 Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8 Precautions on booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 27 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Booster seat installation on rear seat center Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 or outboard positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 30 Three - point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Booster seat installation on front passenger Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 31 Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 32 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Precautions on supplemental restraint Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 32 Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 42 Child restraint installation on rear seat center Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 43 or outboard positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy 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 restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy 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 reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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WRS0131 WRS0132 Seat lifter ( if so equipped for driver � s FOLDING REAR SEAT ( if so WARNING seat ) equipped ) c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of Interior trunk access fold - down position . Use of these areas the seat cushion to the desired position . The trunk can be accessed from the rear seat for by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an acci - loading and unloading , as shown . dent or sudden stop . 1 Pull the knob in the trunk to release the rear s c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or seatback . straps to help prevent it from sliding or 2 Fold down the rear seatback . s shifting . Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks . In a sudden stop or col - lision , unsecured cargo could cause personal injury . 1 - 4 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position , be certain they are completely secured in the latched posi - tion . If they are not completely secured , passengers may be injured in an acci - dent or sudden stop . c Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in - jured . Keep the car locked , with the rear seatback and trunk lid securely latched when not in use , and prevent children � s access to car keys . LRS0058 WRS0133 When using the fold down rear seatback , the rear HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT center seat belt retractor may lock up and prevent To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To lower , folding down the seatback . push and hold the lock knob and push the head If the rear center seat belt retractor has inadvert - restraint down . ently locked up , push the seat belt webbing to - ward the retractor as shown in the above illustra - WARNING tion . This will unlock the seat belt retractor and Head restraints should be adjusted prop - allow the rear seatback to fold down . erly as they may provide significant pro - tection against injury in an accident . Do not remove them . Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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SEAT BELTS WRS0134 SSS0136 Adjust the head restraint so the center is level PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT with the center of your ears . 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 encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive , even if your seating position in - cludes 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 . 1 - 6 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy 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 If the seat belt warning light glows con - damage or improper operation is noted . tinuously while the ignition is turned c All child restraints and attaching hard - ON with all doors closed and all seat ware should be inspected after any col - SSS0014 belts fastened , it may indicate a mal - lision . Always follow the restraint function in the system . Have the system manufacturer � s inspection instructions WARNING checked by a NISSAN dealer . and replacement recommendations . c Always route the shoulder belt over c Once the pre - tensioner seat belt has The child restraints should be replaced your shoulder and across your chest . activated , it cannot be reused and must if they are damaged . Never run the belt behind your back , be replaced together with the retractor . under your arm or across your neck . The CHILD SAFETY See your NISSAN dealer . belt should be away from your face and c Removal and installation of the pre - Children need adults to help protect them . neck , but not falling off your shoulder . tensioner seat belt system components They need to be properly restrained . c Position the lap belt as low and snug as should be done by a NISSAN dealer . possible AROUND THE HIPS , NOT THE In addition to the general information in this WAIST . A lap belt worn too high could manual , child safety information is available from increase the risk of internal injuries in many other sources , including doctors , teachers , an accident . government traffic safety offices , and community organizations . Every child is different , so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child . 1 - 8 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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There are three basic types of child restraint for infants and small children . See � Child Re - placed in a forward facing child restraint . Refer to systems : straints � later in this section . the manufacturer � s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations . c Rear facing child restraint Also , there are other types of child restraints NISSAN recommends that small children be available for larger children for additional protec - c Front facing child restraint placed in child restraints that comply with Federal tion . Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo - c Booster seat NISSAN recommends that all pre - teens tor Vehicle Safety Standards . You should choose The proper restraint depends on the child � s size . and children be restrained in the rear seat . a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always According to accident statistics , children Generally , infants up to about 1 year and less follow the manufacturer � s instructions for instal - are safer when properly restrained in the than 20 pounds ( 9 kg ) should be placed in rear lation and use . rear seat than in the front seat . facing child restraints . Front facing child re - Larger children straints are available for children who outgrow This is especially important because your rear facing child restraints and are at least 1 year Children who are too large for child restraints vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys - old . Booster seats are used to help position a tem ( Air bag system ) for the front passen - should be seated and restrained by the seat belts vehicle lap / shoulder belt on a child who can no ger . See � Supplemental restraint system � which are provided . The seat belt may not fit longer use a front facing child restraint . later in this section . properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9 inches ( 142.5 cm ) tall and weighs between 40 lbs ( 18 Infants WARNING kg ) and 80 lbs ( 36 kg ) . A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit . Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed Infants and children need special protec - in a rear facing child restraint . NISSAN recom - tion . The vehicle � s seat belts may not fit NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a mends that infants be placed in child restraints them properly . The shoulder belt may commercially available booster seat if the shoul - that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety come too close to the face or neck . The der belt in the child � s seating position fits close to Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety lap belt may not fit over their small hip the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat Standards . You should choose a child restraint bones . In an accident , an improperly fit - belt goes across the abdomen . The booster seat that fits your vehicle and always follow the manu - ting seat belt could cause serious or fatal should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is facturer � s instructions for installation and use . injury . Always use appropriate child properly positioned across the top , middle por - restraints . tion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the Small Children hips . A booster seat can only be used in seating All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or terri - positions that have a three - point type seat belt . Children that are over one year old and weigh tories require the use of approved child restraints The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and between 20 lbs ( 9 kg ) and 40 lbs ( 18 kgs ) can be Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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have a label certifying that it complies with Fed - THREE - POINT TYPE SEAT BELT eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian WITH RETRACTOR Motor Vehicle Safety Standards . Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or WARNING near the face and neck , use the shoulder belt c Every person who drives or rides in this without the booster seat . vehicle should use a seat belt at all times . WARNING c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when Never let a child stand or kneel on any the seatback is reclined . This can be seat and do not allow a child in the cargo dangerous . The shoulder belt will not areas while the vehicle is moving . The be against your body . In an accident , child could be seriously injured or killed in you could be thrown into it and receive an accident or sudden stop . neck or other serious injuries . You WRS0174 PREGNANT WOMEN could also slide under the lap belt and Manual front seat shown receive serious internal injuries . NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use Fastening the seat belts seat belts . The seat belt should be worn snug , c For the most effective protection when and always position the lap belt as low as pos - the vehicle is in motion , the seat should 1 Adjust the seat . See � Seats � earlier in this s sible around the hips , not the waist . Place the be upright . Always sit well back in the section . shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your seat and adjust the seat belt properly . chest . Never run the lap / shoulder belt over your abdominal area . Contact your doctor for specific recommendations . INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts . Check with your doctor for specific recommendations . 1 - 10 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy 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 WRS0137 WRS0138 be injured in an accident or sudden stop . 2 3 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor Position the lap belt portion low and snug s s and insert the tongue into the buckle until on the hips as shown . you hear and feel the latch engage . 4 Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the s c The retractor is designed to lock during retractor to take up extra slack . Be sure the a sudden stop or on impact . A slow shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder pulling motion permits the seat belt to and across your chest . move , and allows you some freedom of The front passenger seat belt and the rear three - movement in the seat . point seat belts have a locking mechanism for c If the seat belt cannot be pulled from child restraint installation . It is referred to as the its fully retracted position , firmly pull automatic locking mode or child restraint mode . the belt and release it . Then smoothly When automatic locking mode is activated the pull the belt out of the retractor . 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 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re - strict further belt movement . If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera - tion , see a NISSAN dealer . WRS0139 WRS0140 Center of rear seat Unfastening the seat belts 1 Selecting correct set of seat belts : To unfasten the seat belt , press the button on s the buckle . The seat belt automatically re - The center seat belt buckle is identified by the tracts . word � CENTER . � The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle . Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods : c When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the retractor . c When the vehicle slows down rapidly . To increase your confidence in the seat belts , check the operation as follows . 1 - 12 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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c Adults and children who can use the WARNING standard seat belt should not use an c After adjustment , release the adjust - extender . Such unnecessary use could ment button and try to move the shoul - result in serious personal injury in the der belt anchor up and down to make event of an accident . sure it is securely fixed in position . c Never use seat belt extenders to install c The shoulder belt anchor height should child restraints . If the child restraint is be adjusted to the position best for you . not secured properly , the child could be Failure to do so may reduce the effec - seriously injured in a collision or a sud - tiveness of the entire restraint system den stop . and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident . SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE SEAT BELT EXTENDERS c To clean the seat belt webbing , apply a LRS0242 mild soap solution or any solution recom - If , because of body size or driving position , it is mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet . Shoulder belt height adjustment ( Front not possible to properly fit the lap - shoulder belt Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts seats ) and fasten it , an extender is available which is to dry in the shade . Do not allow the seat belts compatible with the installed seat belts . The ex - to retract until they are completely dry . The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad - tender adds approximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of justed to the position best for you . ( See � Precau - c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt length and may be used for either the driver or tions on seat belt usage � earlier in this section . ) guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat front passenger seating position . See a NISSAN 1 To adjust , pull out the adjustment button and belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoulder s dealer for assistance if an extender is required . move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . 2 position , so the belt passes over the center of s WARNING c Periodically check to see that the seat the shoulder . The belt should be away from your belt and the metal components , such as c Only NISSAN seat belt extenders , made face and neck , but not falling off your shoulder . buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible wires by the same company which made the Release the adjustment button to lock the shoul - and anchors , work properly . If loose parts , original equipment seat belts , should der belt anchor into position . 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 13 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS 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 . A rear - facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat . c NISSAN recommends that the child re - straint be installed in the rear seat . Ac - cording to accident statistics , children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat . c An improperly installed child restraint could lead to serious injury or death in ARS1098 WRS0256 an accident . PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD WARNING In general , child restraints are designed to be RESTRAINTS installed with the lap portion of a lap / shoulder c Infants and small children should never seat belt . In addition , this vehicle is equipped with be carried on your lap . It is not possible a universal child restraint lower anchor system , WARNING for even the strongest adult to resist the referred to as the LATCH ( Lower Anchors and forces of a severe accident . The child c Infants and small children should al - Tethers for CHildren ) system . Some child re - could be crushed between the adult and ways be placed in an appropriate child straints include two rigid or webbing - mounted parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the restraint while riding in the vehicle . attachments that can be connected to these same seat belt around both your child Failure to use a child restraint can re - lower anchors . For details , see the � LATCH and yourself . sult in serious injury or death . ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) sys - tem � later in this section . 1 - 14 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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Child restraints for infants and small children of c After attaching the child restraint , test it WARNING various sizes are offered by several manufactur - before you place the child in it . Push it c Improper use of a child restraint can ers . When selecting any child restraint , keep the from side to side . Try to tug it forward increase the risk or severity of injury for following points in mind : and check to see if the belt holds the both the child and other occupants of restraint in place . The child restraint c Choose only a restraint with a label certifying the vehicle . should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle mm ) . If the restraint is not secure , c Follow all of the child restraint manu - Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor tighten the belt as necessary , or put the facturer � s instructions for installation Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . restraint in another seat and test it and use . When purchasing a child re - again . You may need to try a different straint , be sure to select one which will c Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be child restraint . Not all child restraints fit fit your child and vehicle . It may not be sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat in all types of vehicles . possible to properly install some types and seat belt system . of child restraints in your vehicle . c If you must install a front facing child c If the child restraint is compatible with your restraint in the front seat , see � Child c If the child restraint is not anchored vehicle , place your child in the child restraint restraint installation on front passenger properly , the risk of a child being in - and check the various adjustments to be seat � later in this section . jured in a collision or a sudden stop sure the child restraint is compatible with greatly increases . c When your child restraint is not in use , your child . Choose a child restraint that is keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - designed for your child � s height and weight . vent it from being thrown around in tioned to fit the child restraint , but as Always follow all recommended procedures . case of a sudden stop or accident . upright as possible . All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small CAUTION children be restrained in an approved child Remember that a child restraint left in a restraint at all times while the vehicle is closed vehicle can become very hot . being operated . Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 15 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT CENTER OR 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 WRS0487 WRS0493 unsecured and cause injury to the child Front Facing ( center ) � step 1 Front Facing ( outboard ) � step 1 in a sudden stop or collision . Front facing c When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position , both the When you install a child restraint in the rear seat , center seat belt connector tongue and follow these steps : buckle tongue must be secured . 1 - 16 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seat back . If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this section . If the head restraint is removed , store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed . If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit , try another seating position or a different child restraint . WRS0250 LRS0458 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 3 2 3 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is s s fully extended . At this time , the seat belt restraint and insert it into the buckle until you retractor is in the automatic locking mode hear and feel the latch engage . ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts back to Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - emergency locking mode when the seat belt facturer � s instructions for belt routing . is fully retracted . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 17 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor , the retractor is in the automatic locking mode . 7 . Check to make sure that the child restraint 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 is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . LRS0457 WRS0252 Front Facing � step 4 Front Facing � step 5 4 5 Allow the seat belt to retract . Pull up on the Before placing the child in the child restraint , s s shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . use force to push the child restraint from side to side , and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place . It should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint . If unable to properly secure the restraint move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again , or try a different child restraint . Not all child re - straints fit in all types of vehicles . 1 - 18 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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LRS0488 LRS0406 LRS0489 Rear Facing ( outboard ) � step 1 Rear Facing � step 2 Rear Facing ( center ) � step 1 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child s Rear facing restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint in the rear seat , hear and feel the latch engage . follow these steps : Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - 1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s facturer � s instructions for belt routing . ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 19 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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LRS0490 LRS0491 LRS0492 Rear Facing � step 3 Rear Facing � step 4 Rear Facing � step 5 3 4 5 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Allow the seat belt to retract . Pull up on the Before placing the child in the child restraint , s s s fully extended . At this time , the seat belt shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . use force to push the child restraint from retractor is in the automatic locking mode side to side , and tug it forward to make sure ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts to emer - that it is securely held in place . It should not gency locking mode when the seat belt is move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does fully retracted . move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint . If unable to properly secure the restraint move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again , or try a different child restraint . Not all child re - straints fit in all types of vehicles . 1 - 20 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more seat belt webbing out of the retractor , the retractor is in the automatic locking mode . 7 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . If the belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . WRS0154 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 21 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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is equipped with special anchor points that are LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers WARNING used with LATCH system compatible child re - for CHildren ) SYSTEM Inspect the lower anchors by inserting straints . Check your child restraint for a label your fingers into the lower anchor area stating that it is compatible with the LATCH sys - WARNING and feeling to make sure there are no tem . This information may also be in the child obstructions over the LATCH system an - c Attach LATCH system compatible child restraint owner � s manual . If you have such a child chors , such as seat belt webbing or seat restraints only at the locations shown . If restraint , refer to the illustration for the seating cushion material . The child restraint will a child restraint is not secured properly , positions equipped with LATCH system anchors not be secured properly if the LATCH sys - your child could be seriously injured or which can be used to secure the child restraint . tem anchors are obstructed . killed in an accident . The LATCH system anchors are located at the c Do not secure a child restraint in the 1 . To install the LATCH system compatible rear of the seat cushion near the seatback . A center rear seating position using the child restraint , insert the child restraint label is attached to the seat back to help you LATCH system anchors . The child re - LATCH system anchor attachments into the locate the LATCH system anchors . straint will not be secured properly . anchor points on the seat . If the child re - straint is equipped with a top tether , see LATCH child restraints generally require the use c The LATCH system anchors are de - � Top tether strap child restraint � later in this of a top tether strap . See � Top tether strap child signed to withstand only those loads section for installation instructions . restraint � later in this section for installation in - imposed by correctly fitted child re - structions . straints . Under no circumstance are 2 . After attaching the child restraint and before they to be used for adult seat belts or placing the child in it , use force to push the When installing a child restraint , carefully read harnesses . child restraint from side to side and tug it and follow the instructions in this manual and forward to make sure that the child restraint those supplied with the child restraint . Some child restraints include two rigid or is securely held in place . It should not move webbing - mounted attachments that can be con - more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . When you install a LATCH system compatible nected to two anchors located at certain seating child restraint to the lower anchor attachments , 3 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is positions in your vehicle . This system is known as follow these steps : properly secured prior to each use . 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 seat belt to secure the child restraint . Your vehicle 1 - 22 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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Secure the top tether strap to the anchor bracket . Tighten the strap according to the manufactur - er � s instructions to remove any slack . WARNING Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints . Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses . Anchor point locations Anchor points are located on the rear parcel shelf finisher . If you have any questions when installing a top strap child restraint on the rear seat , consult your NISSAN dealer for details . WRS0155 WRS0156 Type A Type B B Remove the anchor cover from the anchor TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD s point which is located directly behind the child RESTRAINT seat . If your child restraint has a top tether strap , it must Abe secured to one of the provided anchor points s . First , secure the child restraint with the rear seat belt . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 23 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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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 in a sudden stop or collision . WRS0256 WRS0378 CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION c NISSAN recommends that child re - straints be installed in the rear seat . ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT However , if you must install a forward - facing child restraint in the front pas - WARNING senger seat , move the passenger seat c Never install a rear - facing child re - to the rearmost position . straint in the front passenger seat . c A child restraint with a top tether strap Supplemental front air bags inflate with should not be used in the front passen - great force . A rear - facing child restraint ger seat . could be struck by the supplemental front air bag in a crash and could seri - c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle ously injure or kill your child . is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint . 1 - 24 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seat back . If necessary , adjust or remove the head re - straint to obtain the correct child restraint fit . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this section . If the head restraint is removed , store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed . If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit , try another seating position or a different child restraint . WRS0379 WRS0159 Front Facing � step 1 Front Facing � step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child If you must install a child restraint in the front seat , s restraint and insert it into the buckle until you follow these steps : hear and feel the latch engage . 1 Position the child restraint on the front pas - s Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - senger seat . It should be placed in a facturer � s instructions for belt routing . front - facing direction only . Move the seat to the rearmost position . Adjust the head restraint to its highest position . Always follow the child restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear - facing direc - tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 25 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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WRS0160 LRS0457 WRS0380 Front Facing � step 3 Front Facing � step 4 Front Facing � step 5 3 4 5 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Allow the seat belt to retract slightly . Pull up Before placing the child in the child restraint , s s s fully extended . At this time , the seat belt on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in use force to push the child restraint from retractor is in the automatic locking mode the belt . side to side , and tug it forward to make sure ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts to emer - that it is securely held in place . It should not gency locking mode when the seat belt is move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does fully retracted . move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint . If unable to properly secure the restraint move the restraint to another seating position and try again , or try a differ - ent child restraint . Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles . 1 - 26 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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BOOSTER SEATS 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER c A booster seat must only be installed in locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt a seating position that has a SEATS out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any lap / shoulder belt . Failure to use a more belt webbing out of the retractor , the three - point type seat belt with a WARNING retractor is in the automatic locking mode . booster seat can result in a serious in - c Infants and small children should al - jury in sudden stop or collision . 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is ways be placed in an appropriate child properly secured prior to each use . If the c An improperly installed booster seat restraint while riding in the vehicle . seat belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 could lead to serious injury or death in Failure to use a child restraint or through 6 . an accident . booster seat can result in serious injury or death . After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode c Infants and small children should never ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . be carried on your lap . It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident . The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself . c NISSAN recommends that the booster seat be installed in the rear seat . Ac - cording to accident statistics , children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 27 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0455 LRS0453 LRS0452 1 low back booster seat Booster seats of various sizes are offered by is chosen , the s WARNING vehicle seat back must be at or above the several manufacturers . When selecting any c Do not use towels , books , pillows or center of the child � s ears . If the seat back is booster seat , keep the following points in mind : other items in place of a booster seat . lower than the center of the child � s ears , a c Choose only a booster seat with a label 2 Items such as these may move during high back booster seat should be used . s certifying that it complies with Federal Motor normal driving or a collision and result c If the booster seat is compatible with your Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian in serious injury or death . Booster seats vehicle , place your child in the booster seat Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . are designed to be used with a and check the various adjustments to be lap / shoulder belt . Booster seats are de - c Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your signed to properly route the lap and sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat child . Always follow all recommended pro - shoulder portions of the seat belt over and seat belt system . cedures . the strongest portions of a child � s body to provide the maximum protection dur - c Make sure the child � s head will be properly ing a collision . supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat . The seat back must be at or above the center of the child � s ears . For example , if a 1 - 28 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or c After placing the child in the booster CAUTION territories require that infants and small seat and fastening the seat belt , make Remember that a booster seat left in a children be restrained in an approved child sure the shoulder portion of the belt is closed vehicle can become very hot . restraint at all times while the vehicle is away from the child � s face and neck and Check the seating surface and buckles being operated . the lap portion of the belt does not before placing your child in the booster cross the abdomen . seat . WARNING c Do not put the shoulder belt behind the c Improper use of a booster seat can in - child or under the child � s arm . If you crease the risk or severity of injury for must install a booster seat in the front both the child and other occupants of seat , see � Booster seat installation on the vehicle . front passenger seat � later in this section . c Follow all of the booster seat manufac - turer � s instructions for installation and c When your booster seat is not in use , use . When purchasing a booster seat , keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - be sure to select one which will fit your vent it from being thrown around in child and vehicle . It may not be possible case of a sudden stop or accident . to properly install some types of booster seats in your vehicle . c If the booster seat and seat belt is not used properly , the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases . c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - tioned to fit the booster seat , but as upright as possible . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 29 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 23 / 05 — debbie X
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2 . The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable . If neces - sary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this section . If the head restraint is removed , store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed . If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit , try another seating position or a different booster seat . 3 . Position the lap portion of the seat belt low LRS0452 LRS0465 and snug on the child � s hips . Be sure to Outboard position Center position follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - 1 . Position the booster seat on the seat . Only structions for adjusting the belt routing . BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON place it in a front facing direction . Always REAR SEAT CENTER OR 4 . Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - toward the retractor to take up extra slack . OUTBOARD POSITIONS structions . Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top , middle portion of the child � s CAUTION shoulder . Be sure to follow the booster seat Do not use a lap / shoulder belt automatic manufacturer � s instructions for adjusting the locking mode when using a booster seat belt routing . with the seat belts . When you install a 5 . Follow the warnings , cautions and instruc - booster seat in the rear seat follow these tions for properly fastening a seat belt steps : shown in the � Three - point seat belt with retractor � earlier in this section . 1 - 30 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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2 . Position the booster seat on the seat . Only 6 . Follow the warnings , cautions and instruc - tions for properly fastening a seat belt place it in a front facing direction . Always shown in the � Three - point seat belt with follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - retractor � earlier in this section . structions . 3 . The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable . If neces - sary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this section . If the head restraint is removed , store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed . If the seating position does not LRS0454 have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit , BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON try another seating position or a different FRONT PASSENGER SEAT booster seat . 4 . Position the lap portion of the seat belt low WARNING and snug on the child � s hips . Be sure to NISSAN recommends that child restraints follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - be installed in the rear seat . However , if structions for adjusting the belt routing . you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat , move the passenger � s 5 . Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt seat to the rearmost position . toward the retractor to take up extra slack . Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned If you must install a booster seat in the front seat , across the top , middle portion of the child � s follow these steps : shoulder . Be sure to follow the booster seat 1 . Move the seat to the rear - most position . manufacturer � s instructions for adjusting the belt routing . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 31 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM and front door finishers . ( See � Seat belts � earlier PRECAUTIONS ON in this section for instructions and precautions on SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT seat belt usage . ) SYSTEM The supplemental air bags operate only This Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) sec - when the ignition switch is in the ON or tion contains important information concerning START position . the driver and passenger supplemental front air After turning the ignition key to the ON bags , supplemental side air bags and preten - position , the supplemental air bag warning sioner seat belts . light illuminates . The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 Supplemental front impact air bag system : seconds if the system is operational . 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 side - impact air bag system ( if so equipped ) : This system can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions . The supplemental side air bag is de - signed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted . These supplemental restraint systems are de - signed to supplement the crash protection pro - vided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them . Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel , instrument panel 1 - 32 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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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 . 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 restraint system 1 - 33 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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ARS1133 ARS1041 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 . 1 - 34 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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ARS1042 ARS1043 ARS1044 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 35 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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ARS1045 WRS0256 SSS0101 WARNING WARNING WARNING c Children may be severely injured or c Never install a rear facing child restraint Supplemental side air bag ( if so equipped ) : killed when the supplemental front air in the front seat . An inflating supple - c The supplemental side air bag ordi - bags inflate if they are not properly re - mental front air bag could seriously in - narily will not inflate in the event of a strained . Pre - teens and children should jure or kill your child . See � Child re - frontal impact , rear impact or lower se - be properly restrained in the rear seat , if straints � earlier in this section for verity side collision . Always wear your possible . details . seat belt to help reduce the risk or se - verity of injury in various kinds of accidents . 1 - 36 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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c The seat belts and the supplemental side air bag are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat . The side air bag inflates with great force . Do not allow anyone to place their hand , leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat . Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seat to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door . c When sitting in the rear seat , do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat . If the side air bag inflates , you may be WRS0032 SSS0159 seriously injured . Be especially careful with children , who should always be properly restrained . Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations . c Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks . They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 37 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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SSS0162 WRS0135 They are also permitted in Canada . The optional 1 . Supplemental front air bag modules certification allows the front air bags to be de - 2 . Supplemental side - impact air bag mod - signed to inflate somewhat less forcefully than ules ( if so equipped ) previously . However , all of the information , 3 . Satellite sensors ( if so equipped ) cautions and warnings in this manual still 4 . Seat belt pre - tensioner retractor apply and must be followed . 5 . Diagnosis sensor unit The supplemental front air bag system is de - Supplemental front air bag system signed to inflate in higher severity frontal colli - The driver supplemental front air bag is located in sions , although it may inflate if the forces in an - the center of the steering wheel . The passenger other type of collision are similar to those of a supplemental front air bag is mounted in the higher severity frontal impact . It may not inflate in dashboard above the glove box . certain frontal collisions . Vehicle damage ( or lack of it ) is not always an indication of proper supple - These systems are designed to meet optional mental front air bag system operation . certification requirements under U.S . regulations . 1 - 38 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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When the supplemental front air bag inflates , a After turning the ignition key to the ON c Do not make unauthorized changes to fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by the position , the supplemental air bag warning your vehicle � s electrical system , sus - release of smoke . This smoke is not harmful and light illuminates . The supplemental air bag pension system or front end structure . does not indicate a fire . Care should be taken to warning light will turn off after about 7 This could affect proper operation of not inhale it , as it may cause irritation and chok - seconds if the system is operational . the supplemental front air bag system . ing . Those with a history of a breathing condition c Tampering with the supplemental front WARNING should get fresh air promptly . air bag system may result in serious c Do not place any objects on the steer - personal injury . Tampering includes Supplemental front air bags , along with the use of ing wheel pad or on the instrument changes to the steering wheel and the seat belts , help to cushion the impact force on panel . Also , do not place any objects instrument panel assembly by placing the face and chest of the front occupants . They between any occupant and the steering material over the steering wheel pad can help save lives and reduce serious injuries . wheel or instrument panel . Such ob - and above the instrument panel or by However , an inflating front air bag may cause jects may become dangerous projec - installing additional trim material facial abrasions or other injuries . Front air bags tiles and cause injury if the supplemen - around the air bag system . do not provide restraint to the lower body . tal front air bag inflates . c Work on and around the supplemental Seat belts should be correctly worn and the c Immediately after inflation , several front air bag system should be done by driver and passenger seated upright as far as front air bag system components will be a NISSAN dealer . Installation of electri - practical away from the steering wheel or instru - hot . Do not touch them ; you may se - cal equipment should also be done by a ment panel . The supplemental front air bags in - verely burn yourself . NISSAN dealer . The Supplemental Re - flate quickly in order to help protect the front straint System ( SRS ) wiring should not c No unauthorized changes should be occupants . Because of this , the force of the front be modified or disconnected . Unautho - made to any components or wiring of air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if rized electrical test equipment and the supplemental air bag system . This is the occupant is too close to , or is against , the probing devices should not be used on to prevent accidental inflation of the front air bag module during inflation . the air bag system . supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system . The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision . c A cracked windshield should be re - placed immediately by a qualified re - The supplemental front air bags operate pair facility . A cracked windshield could only when the ignition switch is in the ON affect the function of the supplemental or START position . air bag system . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 39 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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When the supplemental side air bag inflates , a c The SRS wiring harness connectors are fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by re - yellow for easy identification . lease of smoke . This smoke is not harmful and When selling your vehicle , we request that you does not indicate a fire . Care should be taken to inform the buyer about the supplemental front air not inhale it , as it may cause irritation and chok - bag system and guide the buyer to the appropri - ing . Those with a history of a breathing condition ate sections in this Owner � s Manual . should get fresh air promptly . Supplemental side air bags , along with the use of seat belts , help to cushion the impact force on the head and chest of the front occupants . They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries . However , an inflating side air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries . Side air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body . LRS0020 The seat belts should be correctly worn and the Supplemental side - impact air bag driver and passenger seated upright as far as system ( if so equipped ) practical away from the supplemental side air bag . The side air bag inflates quickly in order to The supplemental side - impact air bags are lo - help protect the front occupants . Because of this , cated in the outside of the seatback of the front the force of the side air bag inflating can increase seats . The supplemental side air bag ( on the the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to , or driver or front passenger seat ) is designed to is against , the side air bag module during infla - inflate in higher severity side collisions , although tion . The side air bag will deflate quickly after a it may inflate if the forces in another type of collision . collision are similar to those of a higher severity The supplemental side air bags operate side impact . It is designed to inflate on the side only when the ignition switch is in the ON where the vehicle is impacted . It may not inflate in or START position . certain side collisions . Vehicle damage ( or lack of it ) is not always an indication of proper supple - After turning the ignition key to the ON mental side air bag operation . position , the supplemental air bag warning 1 - 40 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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light illuminates . The supplemental air bag Pre - tensioner seat belt system ( front c Tampering with the supplemental side warning light will turn off after about 7 air bag system may result in serious seats ) seconds if the system is operational . personal injury . For example , do not change the front seats by placing mate - WARNING WARNING rial near the seatbacks or by installing c The pre - tensioner seat belt cannot be additional trim material , such as seat c Do not place any objects near the seat - reused after activation . It must be re - covers , around the side air bag . back of the front seats . Also , do not placed together with the retractor and place any objects ( an umbrella , bag , c Work around and on the supplemental buckle as a unit . etc . ) between the front door finisher side air bag system should be done by a c If the vehicle becomes involved in a and the front seat . Such objects may NISSAN dealer . Installation of electrical frontal collision but the pre - tensioner is become dangerous projectiles and equipment should also be done by a not activated , be sure to have the pre - cause injury if the supplemental side air NISSAN dealer . The SRS wiring har - tensioner system checked and , if nec - bag inflates . nesses * should not be modified or dis - essary , replaced by your NISSAN connected . Unauthorized electrical test c Right after inflation , several supple - dealer . equipment and probing devices should mental side air bag system components not be used on the side air bag system . c No unauthorized changes should be will be hot . Do not touch them ; you may made to any components or wiring of severely burn yourself . * The SRS wiring harness connectors are the pre - tensioner seat belt system . This c No unauthorized changes should be yellow for easy identification . is to prevent accidental activation of made to any components or wiring of the pre - tensioner seat belt or damage When selling your vehicle , we request that you the supplemental side air bag system . to the pre - tensioner seat belt operation . inform the buyer about the supplemental side air This is to prevent accidental inflation of Tampering with the pre - tensioner seat bag system and guide the buyer to the appropri - the side air bag or damage to the side belt system may result in serious per - ate sections in this Owner � s Manual . air bag system . sonal injury . c Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle � s electrical system , sus - pension system or side panel . This could affect proper operation of the side air bag system . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 41 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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When the pre - tensioner seat belt activates , c Work around and on the pre - tensioner smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard . system should be done by a NISSAN This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a dealer . Installation of electrical equip - fire . Care should be taken not to inhale it , as it may ment should also be done by a NISSAN cause irritation and choking . Those with a history dealer . Unauthorized electrical test of a breathing condition should get fresh air equipment and probing devices should promptly . not be used on the pre - tensioner seat belt system . If any abnormality occurs in the pre - tensioner system , the supplemental air bag warning c If you need to dispose of the pre - light will flash intermittently after the igni - tensioner or scrap the vehicle , contact a tion key is turned to the ON or START position . In NISSAN dealer . Correct pre - tensioner this case , the pre - tensioner seat belt will not disposal procedures are set forth in the function properly . They must be checked and appropriate NISSAN Service Manual . repaired . Take your vehicle to the nearest Incorrect disposal procedures could WRS0169 NISSAN dealer . cause personal injury . 1 . SRS Air Bag Warning Labels When selling your vehicle , we request that you The front seat pre - tensioner seat belt system 2 . SRS Side Air Bag Warning Labels ( if inform the buyer about the pre - tensioner seat belt activates in conjunction with the supplemental air so equipped ) system and guide the buyer to the appropriate bag systems . Working with the seat belt retrac - sections in this Owner � s Manual . SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG tor , it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle WARNING LABELS becomes involved in certain types of collisions , helping to restrain front seat occupants . Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag and supplemental side air bag ( if so The pre - tensioner is encased with the seat belt � s equipped ) systems are placed in the vehicle as retractor . These seat belts are used the same as shown in the illustation . conventional seat belts . 1 - 42 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns Repair and replacement procedure off . This means the system is operational . The supplemental front air bags , pre - tensioner If any of the following conditions occur , the seat belts and supplemental side air bags ( if so supplemental front air bag , supplemental side air equipped ) are designed to inflate on a one - time - bag and pre - tensioner seat belt systems need only basis . As a reminder , unless it is damaged , servicing : the supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred . Repair c The supplemental air bag warning light re - and replacement of these supplemental air bag mains on after approximately 7 seconds . systems should be done only by a NISSAN c The supplemental air bag warning light dealer . flashes intermittently . When maintenance work is required on the ve - c The supplemental air bag warning light does hicle , the supplemental front air bags , supple - not come on at all . mental side air bags ( if so equipped ) , pre - LRS0100 tensioner seat belts and related parts should be Under these conditions , the supplemental front SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG pointed out to the person performing the mainte - air bag , supplemental side air bag or pre - WARNING LIGHT nance . The ignition key should always be in the tensioner seat belt systems may not operate LOCK position when working under the hood or properly . It must be checked and repaired . Take The supplemental air bag warning light , inside the vehicle . your vehicle to the nearest NISSAN dealer . displaying in the instrument panel , moni - tors the circuits of the supplemental front air WARNING bags , pre - tensioner seat belt and supplemental side air bag ( if so equipped ) systems . The circuits If the supplemental air bag warning light monitored by the supplemental air bag warning is on , it could mean that the supplemental light are the diagnosis sensor unit , supplemental front air bag or supplemental side air bag air bag modules , pre - tensioner seat belts and all system will not operate in an accident . To related wiring . help avoid injury to yourself or others , have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN When the ignition key is in the ON or START dealer as soon as possible . position , the supplemental air bag warning light Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 43 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X
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WARNING c Once a supplemental front air bag or supplemental side air bag has inflated , the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced . Addition - ally , if any of the supplemental front air bags inflate , the activated pre - tensioner seat belts must also be re - placed . The air bag module and pre - tensioner seat belt system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer . The air bag module and pre - tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired . c The supplemental front air bag and supplemental side air bag systems should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle , or replaced if the supplemental air bag has inflated . c If you need to dispose of the supple - mental air bag , pre - tensioner seat belt system or scrap the vehicle , contact a NISSAN dealer . Correct supplemental air bag and pre - tensioner seat belt sys - tem disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual . Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury . 1 - 44 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Sentra ( b15 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 05 / 16 / 05 — cathy X