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FOREWORD READ FIRST � THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Own - drive models correctly may result in loss of Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN control or an accident . Be sure to read er � s Manual carefully . This will ensure familiarity owners . This vehicle is delivered to you with � Driving safety precautions � in the � Start - with controls and maintenance requirements , as - confidence . It was produced using the latest ing and driving � section of this manual . techniques and strict quality control . sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle . This manual was prepared to help you under - WARNING ON - PAVEMENT AND OFF - ROAD DRIVING stand the operation and maintenance of your This vehicle will handle and maneuver IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE - vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles ( kilome - differently from an ordinary passenger MINDERS FOR SAFETY ! ters ) of driving pleasure . Please read through this car because it has a higher center of manual before operating your vehicle . Follow these important driving rules to gravity for off - road use . As with other help ensure a safe and comfortable trip A separate Warranty Information Booklet vehicles with features of this type , fail - for you and your passengers ! explains details about the warranties cov - ure to operate this vehicle correctly may c NEVER drive under the influence of al - ering your vehicle . The � NISSAN Service result in loss of control or an accident . cohol or drugs . and Maintenance Guide � explains details Be sure to read � On - pavement and off - about maintaining and servicing your ve - c ALWAYS observe posted speed limits road driving precautions � , and � Avoid - hicle . Additionally , a separate Customer and never drive too fast for conditions . ing collision and rollover � , and � Driving Care / Lemon Law Booklet ( U.S . only ) will c ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropri - explain how to resolve any concerns you safety precautions � , in the � Starting and ate child restraint systems . Pre - teen chil - may have with your vehicle , as well as driving � section of this manual . dren should be seated in the rear seat . clarify your rights under your state � s lemon c ALWAYS provide information about the law . proper use of vehicle safety features to MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle all occupants of the vehicle . This vehicle should not be modified . best . When you require any service or have any c ALWAYS review this owner � s manual for Modification could affect its questions , they will be glad to assist you with the important safety information . performance , safety or durability , and extensive resources available to them . may even violate governmental For descriptions specified for four - wheel drive regulations . In addition , damage or per - models , a mark is placed at the begin - formance problems resulting from ning of the applicable sections / items . modifications may not be covered under As with other vehicles with features for NISSAN warranties . off - road use , failure to operate four - wheel Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 ' 2004 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC . precisely . vehicle . GARDENA , CALIFORNIA All rights reserved . No part of this Owner � s CAUTION Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these This is used to indicate the presence of a system , or transmitted in any form , or by any indicate movement or action . hazard that could cause minor or moder - means , electronic , mechanical , photocopying , ate personal injury or damage to your ve - recording or otherwise , without the prior written hicle . To avoid or reduce the risk , the pro - permission of Nissan North America , Inc . , Gar - Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these cedures must be followed carefully . dena , California . call attention to an item in the illustration . Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 been established by NISSAN . produce the finest in safe , reliable and heconomicucae San Diego , California , and engineering at NISSAN transportation . Your vehicle is the product of a sct Safety has also been built into your NISSAN . As youtyn - t.u Technical 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 sup - automaker in the world . In addition toucks , cts with a vehicle that is built with quality and craftsmld pliers 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 — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 - 9 Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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AIRBAGS , SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 1 . 2nd row seat belts ( P . 1 - 10 ) 2 . Supplemental curtain side - impact and rollover air bags ( if so equipped ) ( P . 1 - 39 ) 3 . Front seat belts ( P . 1 - 10 ) 4 . Supplemental front impact air bags ( P . 1 - 39 ) 5 . Seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 6 . Occupant classification sensor ( weight sensor ) ( P . 1 - 48 ) 7 . Seat belt pretensioners ( P . 1 - 52 ) 8 . Supplemental side air bag modules ( if so equipped ) ( P . 1 - 50 ) 9 . LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) ( P . 1 - 29 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WII0055 0 - 2 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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EXTERIOR FRONT 1 . Engine hood ( P . 3 - 8 ) 2 . Windshield wiper and washer switch ( P . 2 - 20 ) 3 . Windshield ( P . 8 - 18 ) 4 . Power windows ( P . 2 - 41 ) 5 . Door locks , keyfob , keys ( P . 3 - 3 , 3 - 5 , 3 - 2 ) 6 . Mirrors ( P . 3 - 12 ) 7 . Tire pressure ( P . 8 - 30 ) 8 . Flat tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 9 . Tire chains ( P . 5 - 32 ) 10 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 26 ) 11 . Headlight and turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 22 ) 12 . Fog light switch ( P . 2 - 24 ) 13 . Tow hooks ( P . 6 - 11 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WII0058 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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EXTERIOR REAR 1 . Roof rack ( P . 2 - 38 ) 2 . Vehicle loading ( P . 9 - 12 ) 3 . Rear window defrost ( P . 2 - 11 ) 4 . Rear window washer ( P . 2 - 21 ) 5 . Back door ( P . 3 - 9 ) 6 . Spare tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 7 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 26 ) 8 . Fuel filler door ( P . 3 - 9 ) 9 . Child safety rear door lock ( P . 3 - 5 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WII0057 0 - 4 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT 1 . Map lights ( P . 2 - 44 ) 2 . Sun visors ( P . 3 - 11 ) 3 . Inside mirror ( P . 3 - 12 ) 4 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 31 ) 5 . Console box ( P . 2 - 31 ) 6 . Front seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 7 . Rear seats ( P . 1 - 7 ) 8 . Storage ( P . 2 - 30 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WII0056 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 . Ventilators ( P . 4 - 2 ) 2 . Headlight / fog light ( if so equipped ) / turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 22 ) 3 . Steering wheel switch for audio control ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 25 ) 4 . Driver supplemental air bag / horn ( P . 1 - 39 , P . 2 - 25 ) 5 . Meters , gauges and warning / indicator lights ( P . 2 - 3 , 2 - 9 ) 6 . Cruise control main / set switches ( if so equipped ) ( P . 5 - 16 ) 7 . Windshield wiper / washer switch and rear window wiper / washer switch ( P . 2 - 20 , P . 2 - 21 ) 8 . Storage ( P . 2 - 30 ) 9 . Audio system controls ( P . 4 - 10 ) 10 . Front passenger supplemental air bag ( P . 1 - 39 ) 11 . Upper and lower glove box ( P . 2 - 31 ) 12 . Passenger air bag status light ( P . 1 - 48 ) 13 . Power outlet ( P . 2 - 29 ) 14 . Electronic locking rear differential ( E - Lock ) system switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 27 ) Hill descent control switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 26 ) WIC0858 0 - 6 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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Vehicle dynamic control ( VDC ) off switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 26 ) 15 . Shift selector lever ( P . 5 - 10 ) 16 . 4WD shift switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 5 - 19 ) 17 . Climate controls ( P . 4 - 2 ) 18 . Hazard lights ( P . 2 - 25 ) 19 . Ignition switch ( P . 5 - 7 ) 20 . Tilt steering wheel control ( P . 3 - 11 ) 21 . Clutch interlock ( clutch start ) switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 28 ) 22 . Power outside mirror controls ( if so equipped ) ( P . 3 - 13 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . Illustrated table of contents 0 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS 1 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 12 ) 2 . Battery ( P . 8 - 13 ) 3 . Fuse / fusible link box ( P . 8 - 22 ) 4 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 8 ) 5 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 8 ) 6 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 12 ) 7 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 17 ) 8 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 7 ) 9 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 11 ) 10 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 7 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WDI0479 0 - 8 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 Door open warn - 2 - 11 Supplemental air 2 - 13 warning light ing light bag warning light or 2 - 11 Engine oil pres - sure warning Indicator Name Page 2 - 10 Automatic trans - light light mission oil tem - 2 - 12 4WD warning perature warning 2 - 14 Automatic light ( light ( if so transmission model ) equipped ) position indica - Low fuel warn - 2 - 12 tor light Automatic trans - 2 - 10 ing light mission park 2 - 14 Cruise main warning light Low tire pressure 2 - 12 switch indicator ( model ) warning light light ( if so equipped ) Brake warning 2 - 11 2 - 13 Low windshield light or washer fluid 2 - 14 Cruise set warning light switch indicator light ( if so Seat belt warning 2 - 13 equipped ) Charge warning 2 - 11 light and chime light Illustrated table of contents 0 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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Indicator Name Page Indicator Name Page Indicator Name Page light light light 2 - 15 2 - 26 2 - 16 Electronic lock - Hill Descent Slip indicator ing rear differ - Control ( HDC ) light for models ential ( E - Lock ) indicator light with VDC ( if system on indi - ( if so equipped ) so equipped ) cator light ( if so 2 - 16 2 - 15 Malfunction Transfer 4LO equipped ) indicator lamp position indica - 2 - 14 4WD shift indi - ( MIL ) tor light cator light ( 2 - 16 Overdrive off model ) ( indicator light model ) 2 - 17 Turn ( automatic 2 - 14 Front passenger signal / hazard transmission air bag status indicator lights only ) light 2 - 17 Security indica - 2 - 16 Vehicle dy - tor light namic control 2 - 15 High beam in - off indicator dicator light 2 - 16 Slip indicator light ( if so ( Blue ) light for models equipped ) with ABLS ( if so equipped ) 0 - 10 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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1 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 29 Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 30 Active head restraint ( front seats ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5 Child restraint installation on front passenger Flexible seating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 31 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 34 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Precautions on booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 34 Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12 Booster seat installation on rear seat center Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 or outboard positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 37 Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 Booster seat installation on front passenger Three - point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 14 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 38 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 39 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 21 Precautions on supplemental restraint Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 22 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 39 Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 22 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 53 Child restraint installation on 2nd row bench Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 54 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 23 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WRS0131 WRS0389 WRS0213 Seat lifter ( if so equipped for driver � s Lumbar support ( if so equipped for HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT seat ) driver � s seat ) To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To lower , push and hold the lock knob and push the head Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of The lumbar support feature provides lower back restraint down . the seat cushion to the desired position . support to the driver . Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area . The head restraints on the rear seats are remov - able . WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted prop - 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 . 1 - 4 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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c Do not attach anything to the head re - straint stalks . Doing so could impair active head restraint function . The head restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occu - pant in a rear - end collision . The movement of the head restraint helps support the occupant � s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whip - lash type injuries . Active head restraints are effective for collisions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most . WRS0134 SPA1025 Active head restraints operate only in certain Adjust the head restraint so the center is level ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT ( front rear - end collisions . After the collision , the head with the center of your ears . seats ) restraints return to their original positions . Properly adjust the active head restraints as de - WARNING scribed earlier in this section . c Always adjust the head restraints prop - erly as specified in the previous section . Failure to do so can reduce the effec - tiveness of the active head restraint . c Active head restraints are designed to supplement other safety systems . Al - ways wear seat belts . No system can prevent all injuries in any accident . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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Folding the front passenger � s seatback c Do not fold down the rear seats when ( if so equipped ) occupants are in the rear seat area or any luggage is on the rear seats . To fold the front passenger � s seatback flat for c Head restraints should be adjusted extra storage length when transporting long properly as they may provide significant items : protection against injury in an accident . 1 Slide the seat to the rear - most position . Lift s Always replace and adjust them prop - up on the recline lever , located on the out - erly if they have been removed for any side edge of the seat , and fold the seatback reason . forward as far as it will go . Then lift up on the c If the head restraints are removed for latch located on the upper corner of the any reason , they should be securely seatback to release the back of the seat . stored to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the LRS0608 vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident . FLEXIBLE SEATING c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position , be certain they are WARNING completely secured in the latched posi - c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo tion . If they are not completely secured , area or on the rear seats when they are passengers may be injured in an acci - in the fold - down position . In a collision , dent or sudden stop . people riding in these areas without c Properly secure all cargo to help pre - proper restraints are more likely to be vent it from sliding or shifting . Do not seriously injured or killed . place cargo higher than the seatbacks . c Do not allow people to ride in any area In a sudden stop or collision , unsecured of your vehicle that is not equipped with cargo could cause personal injury . seats and seat belts . Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly . 1 - 6 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WARNING c If you fold the front passenger � s seat - back flat forward to carry longer ob - jects , be sure this cargo is properly se - cured and not near an air bag . In a crash , an inflating air bag might force that object toward a person . This could cause severe injury or even death . Se - cure objects away from the area in which an air bag would inflate . See � Precautions on supplemental restraint system � later in this section . c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo LRS0609 LRS0577 area or on the front passenger � s seat when it is in the fold - down position . Use 2 Once the seatback is released it will enable Folding the 2nd row bench seat s of these areas by passengers could re - you to fold the front passenger seatback flat To fold the 2nd row bench seat flat for maximum sult in serious injury in an accident or over the seat cushion . cargo hauling : sudden stop . 3 . To return the front passenger � s seat to a 1 Disconnect and secure the center seat belt s seating position lift up on the seatback and and tongues into the retractor base . See push it up to an upright position . Then pull up � Stowing the center seat belt � later in this on the recline lever and lean the seatback to section . Then properly stow the outboard seat a proper seating position . Release the lever belts in the seat belt hooks before folding to lock the seatback in position . down the rear seats . See � Seat belt hook � in this section for more information . Lower the head restraints to the full � down � position . Pull the strap forward , located in the center of each seat cushion , and fold each seat cushion to - ward the front of the vehicle . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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LRS0578 LRS0579 LRS0580 2 3 4 Then pull the straps located on the outside This provides a level cargo floor . To return the bench seats to a seating posi - s s s edge of each seatback to fold the seatbacks tion reverse this process . Raise the seat - forward . backs to an upright position . Make sure to hold the seat belts above the seat cushion , then push the seat cush - ion down into place . 1 - 8 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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3 . Then lift up on the seat cushion to remove it c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or from the seat base . Be sure to store it in a straps to help prevent it from sliding or secure place . shifting . In a sudden stop or collision , unsecured cargo could cause personal To return the rear seat back to a seating position : injury . 1 . Push the anchor bars on the bottom of the c When returning the seatbacks to the seat cushions down into the seat base . upright position , be certain they are completely secured . If they are not com - 2 . Rotate the seat cushion toward the rear of pletely secured in the latched position , the vehicle and push down until they are passengers may be injured in an acci - folded flat to secure each seat cushion to the dent or sudden stop . seat base . Make sure to hold the seat belts above the seat cushion and prop - c If the seat cushions are removed for any erly push the seat cushion down into reason , they should be securely stored place . LRS0585 to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the vehicle in Removing the 2nd row bench seat WARNING case of sudden braking or an accident . cushions c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seat when it is in the The rear seat cushion can be removed to provide fold - down position . Use of these areas additional space when folding the 2nd row seat - by passengers without proper restraints backs flat . To remove the 2nd row bench seat could result in serious injury in an acci - cushions : dent or sudden stop . 1 . Pull the straps forward , located in the center c Do not allow people to ride in any area of each seat cushion to fold the seat cush - of your vehicle that is not equipped with ions forward . seats and seat belts . Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a 2 . Lift up and fold each of the red release seat belt properly . Never ride in the rear handles on the seat base toward the front of seat unless the seat bottom cushions the vehicle . The will release the seat cushion are in place and latched . from the seat base . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 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 - 10 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 - 12 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 - 13 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 - 14 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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fully retracted . Once retracted , the seat belt is in the emergency locking mode . See � Child re - straints � 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 . It can also change the operation of the front passen - ger air bag . See � Front passenger air bag and status light � later in this section . WARNING LRS0594 LRS0595 When fastening the seat belts , be certain 2 3 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor Position the lap belt portion low and snug s s that the seatbacks are completely se - and insert the tongue into the buckle until on the hips as shown . cured in the latched position . If they are you hear and feel the latch engage . 4 not completely secured , passengers may Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the s c The retractor is designed to lock during be injured in an accident or sudden stop . 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 and the rear seating movement in the seat . positions three - point seat belts have a locking c If the seat belt cannot be pulled from mechanism for child restraint installation . It is its fully retracted position , firmly pull referred to as the automatic locking mode or child the belt and release it . Then smoothly restraint mode . pull the belt out of the retractor . When automatic locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 15 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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To increase your confidence in the seat belts , check the operation as follows . 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 SSS0240 Unfastening the seat belts Center of the rear bench seat 1 1 To unfasten the seat belt , press the button on The center seat belt has a connector tongues s 2 the buckle . The seat belt automatically re - and a seat belt tongue . Both the connector s tracts . tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt operation . 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 . 1 - 16 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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Stowing the center seat belt When folding down the rear seat , the rear center seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position as follows : 1 so that the 1 . Hold the connector tongue s seat belt does not retract suddenly when the tongue is released from the connector buckle . A into 2 . Insert a suitable tool such as a key s the connector buckle and release the con - 1 nector tongue s . 2 3 . Fold the connector as illustrateds . SSS0241 4 . Then secure the connector tongue into the WARNING 3 retractor bases in the ceiling . c Always fasten the connector tongue WARNING and the seat belt in the order shown . c Do not unfasten the rear center seat c Always make sure both the connector belt connector except when folding tongue and the seat belt tongue are down the rear seat . secured when using the seat belt . Do not use it with only the seat belt tongue c When attaching the rear center seat attached . This could result in serious belt connector , be certain that the seat - personal injury in case of an accident or backs are completely secured in the a sudden stop . latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured . LRS0601 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 17 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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Attaching the center seat belt c If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in Always be sure the center seat belt connector the correct position , serious personal tongue and connector buckle are attached . Dis - injury may result in an accident or sud - connect only when folding down the rear seat . den stop . To connect the buckle : 1 Pull out the seat belt tongue from the retrac - s tor base . 2 Pull out the connector tongue from the s molded retractor base . 3 Pull the seat belt and secure the receiver s buckle until it clicks . The center seat belt connector tongue and re - ceiver buckle are indicated by the > and < mark . The center seat belt connector tongue can be attached only into the rear center seat belt con - nector buckle . To fasten the seat belt , see � Fastening the seat belt � earlier in this section . WARNING c Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat . LRS0602 1 - 18 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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c When attaching the rear center seat belt connector , be certain that the seat - backs are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured . c If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position , serious personal injury may result in an accident or sud - den stop . LRS0611 LRS0610 2 . Insert the shoulder belt into the back of the 2nd row center seat belt comfort comfort guide so that the seat belt lays flat in guide the guide . Be sure that the comfort guide When using the 2nd row center seat belt it may routes the seat belt properly over the center be necessary to use the comfort guide to adjust of your shoulder and across your chest . The the shoulder belt height for occupants of different belt should be away from your face and sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper neck , but not falling off of your shoulder . seat belt fit . 1 . Raise the head restraint on the 2nd row driver � s side seating position . Remove the comfort guide from the stowed position by pulling the cord from the channel . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 19 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WARNING c After adjustment , release the adjust - ment button and try to move the shoul - der belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position . c The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you . Failure to do so may reduce the effec - tiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident . LRS0242 LRS0612 Front and 2nd row outboard seats 3 . To return the seat belt comfort guide to the stowed position , route the comfort guide Shoulder belt height adjustment ( front strap in the channel under the 2nd row driv - and 2nd row outboard seats ) er � s side seating position head restraint and attach the guide in the clip . 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 2 move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired s position , so the belt passes over the center of the shoulder . The belt should be away from your face and neck , but not falling off your shoulder . Re - lease the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position . 1 - 20 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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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 LRS0583 seriously injured in a collision or a sud - Seat belt hook den stop . When the seat belt is not in use and when folding SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE down the rear seats , hook the rear seat belts on c To clean the seat belt webbing , apply a the seat belt hooks . mild soap solution or any solution recom - SEAT BELT EXTENDERS mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet . Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat If , because of body size or driving position , it is belts to dry in the shade . Do not allow the not possible to properly fit the lap - shoulder belt seat belts to retract until they are completely and fasten it , an extender is available which is dry . compatible with the installed seat belts . The ex - tender adds approximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt length and may be used for either the driver or guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat front passenger seating position . See a NISSAN belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoulder dealer for assistance if an extender is required . belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 21 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System , never install a rear - facing child restraint in the front seat . An in - flating supplemental front air bag could seriously 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 ARS1098 WRS0256 could lead to serious injury or death in an accident . PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD WARNING RESTRAINTS In general , child restraints are designed to be c Infants and small children should never installed with the lap portion of a lap / shoulder be carried on your lap . It is not possible WARNING seat belt . In addition , this vehicle is equipped with for even the strongest adult to resist the a universal child restraint lower anchor system , forces of a severe accident . The child c Infants and small children should al - referred to as the LATCH ( Lower Anchors and could be crushed between the adult and ways be placed in an appropriate child Tethers for CHildren ) system . Some child re - parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the restraint while riding in the vehicle . straints include two rigid or webbing - mounted same seat belt around both your child Failure to use a child restraint can re - and yourself . attachments that can be connected to these sult in serious injury or death . lower anchors . For details , see the � LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) sys - tem � later in this section . Child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes are offered by several manufactur - 1 - 22 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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ers . When selecting any child restraint , keep the c If you must install a front facing child c Follow all of the child restraint manu - following points in mind : restraint in the front seat , see � Child facturer � s instructions for installation restraint installation on front passenger and use . When purchasing a child re - c Choose only a restraint with a label certifying seat � later in this section . straint , be sure to select one which will that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle fit your child and vehicle . It may not be Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor c When your child restraint is not in use , possible to properly install some types Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - of child restraints in your vehicle . vent it from being thrown around in c Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be case of a sudden stop or accident . c If the child restraint is not anchored sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat properly , the risk of a child being in - and seat belt system . jured in a collision or a sudden stop CAUTION greatly increases . c If the child restraint is compatible with your Remember that a child restraint left in a vehicle , place your child in the child restraint c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - closed vehicle can become very hot . and check the various adjustments to be tioned to fit the child restraint , but as Check the seating surface and buckles sure the child restraint is compatible with upright as possible . before placing your child in the child your child . Choose a child restraint that is restraint . c After attaching the child restraint , test it designed for your child � s height and weight . before you place the child in it . Push it Always follow all recommended procedures . CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION from side to side . Try to tug it forward ON 2ND ROW BENCH SEATS and check to see if the belt holds the All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or restraint in place . The child restraint territories require that infants and small should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 WARNING children be restrained in an approved child mm ) . If the restraint is not secure , restraint at all times while the vehicle is c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle tighten the belt as necessary , or put the being operated . is equipped with an automatic locking restraint in another seat and test it mode retractor which must be used again . You may need to try a different WARNING when installing a child restraint . child restraint . Not all child restraints fit c Improper use of a child restraint can in all types of vehicles . increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occupants of the vehicle . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 23 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 . c When installing a child restraint system in the 2nd row center position both the center seat belt connector tongue and buckle tongue must be secured . See � Attaching the center seat belt � earlier in this section . LRS0582 LRS0581 Front facing ( outboard ) � step 1 Front facing ( center ) � step 1 1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s Front facing ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - When you install a child restraint on the 2nd row structions . The back of the child restraint bench seat , follow these steps : 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 . 1 - 24 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WRS0250 LRS0458 LRS0457 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 3 Front Facing � step 4 2 3 4 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Allow the seat belt to retract . Pull up on the s s s restraint and insert it into the buckle until you fully extended . At this time , the seat belt shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . hear and feel the latch engage . retractor is in the automatic locking mode ( 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 - 25 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 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 . WRS0252 LRS0584 Front Facing � step 5 Rear facing ( outboard ) � step 1 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint , s 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 - 26 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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LRS0590 WRS0480 WRS0481 Rear facing ( center ) � step 1 Rear Facing � step 3 Rear Facing � step 2 3 2 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Route the seat belt tongue through the child Rear facing s s fully extended . At this time , the seat belt restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint on the 2nd row retractor is in the automatic locking mode hear and feel the latch engage . bench seat , follow these steps : ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts to emer - Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - gency locking mode when the seat belt is 1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s facturer � s instructions for belt routing . fully retracted . ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 27 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 . WRS0482 WRS0483 Rear Facing � step 4 Rear 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 - 28 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing - mounted attachments that can be con - nected to two anchors located at certain seating 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 seat belt to secure the child restraint . Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system compatible child re - straints . Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with the LATCH sys - tem . This information may also be in the child WRS0438 LRS0589 restraint owner � s manual . If you have such a child LATCH system anchor point locations 2nd LATCH anchor point labels 2nd row bench restraint , refer to the illustration for the seating row bench seat seat positions equipped with LATCH system anchors LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers which can be used to secure the child restraint . WARNING for CHildren ) SYSTEM The LATCH system anchors are located at the c Attach LATCH system compatible child rear of the seat cushion near the seatback . A restraints only at the locations shown . If label is attached to the seatback to help you a child restraint is not secured properly , locate the LATCH system anchors . your child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident . LATCH child restraints generally require the use c The LATCH system anchors are de - of a top tether strap . See � Top tether strap child signed to withstand only those loads restraint � later in this section for installation in - imposed by correctly fitted child re - structions . straints . Under no circumstance are When installing a child restraint , carefully read they to be used for adult seat belts or and follow the instructions in this manual and harnesses . those supplied with the child restraint . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 29 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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When you install a LATCH system compatible TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD Anchor point locations child restraint to the lower anchor attachments , RESTRAINT Anchor points are located on the back of each follow these steps : seatback for all three seating positions of the 2nd If your child restraint has a top tether strap , it must row bench seat as shown . WARNING be secured to the anchor point provided behind its position . If you have any questions when installing a Inspect the lower anchors by inserting top strap child restraint on the rear seat , your fingers into the lower anchor area WARNING consult your NISSAN dealer for details . and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system an - Child restraint anchor points are designed chors , such as seat belt webbing or seat to withstand only those loads imposed by cushion material . The child restraint will correctly fitted child restraints . Under no not be secured properly if the LATCH sys - circumstances are they to be used for tem anchors are obstructed . adult seat belts or harnesses . 1 . To install the LATCH system compatible First , secure the child restraint with the seat belt child restraint , insert the child restraint or the LATCH system ( 2nd row outboard seat LATCH system anchor attachments into the positions only ) , as applicable . anchor points on the seat . If the child re - For the 2nd row bench seat , position the tether straint is equipped with a top tether , see over the top of the head restraint , with the head � Top tether strap child restraint � later in this section for installation instructions . restraint in the full � down � position . Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point located on 2 . After attaching the child restraint and before the back of the seatback of the same seat that the placing the child in it , use force to push the child restraint is in . child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the child restraint For best child restraint fit , see the child restraint is securely held in place . It should not move installation instructions in this section and the more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . child restraint manufacturer � s instructions . 3 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . 1 - 30 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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LRS0588 WRS0256 WRS0378 2nd row bench seat CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION c NISSAN recommends that child re - 1 . Top tether strap straints be installed in the rear seat . ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT However , if you must install a forward 2 . Anchor point facing child restraint in the front pas - WARNING senger seat , move the passenger seat c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air to the rearmost position . Also , be sure Bag System , never install a rear - facing the front passenger air bag status light child restraint in the front passenger is illuminated to indicate the passenger seat . Supplemental front air bags in - air bag is OFF . See � Front passenger air flate with great force . A rear - facing bag and status light � later in this sec - child restraint could be struck by the tion for details . supplemental front air bag in a crash c A child restraint with a top tether strap and could seriously injure or kill your should not be used in the front passen - child . ger seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 31 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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The back of the child restraint should be c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle secured against the vehicle seat back . If is equipped with an automatic locking necessary , adjust or remove the head re - mode retractor which must be used straint to obtain the correct child restraint fit . when installing a child restraint . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in c Failure to use the retractor � s locking this section . If the head restraint is removed , mode will result in the child restraint store it in a secure place . Be sure to install not being properly secured . The re - the head restraint when the child restraint is straint could tip over or otherwise be removed . If the seating position does not unsecured and cause injury to the child have an adjustable head restraint and it is in a sudden stop or collision . Also , it can interfering with the proper child restraint fit , change the operation of the front pas - try another seating position or a different senger air bag . See � Front passenger child restraint . air bag and status light � later in this section . WRS0379 Front Facing � step 1 If you must install a child restraint in the front seat , follow these steps : 1 Position the child restraint on the front pas - s senger seat . It should be placed in a 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 . 1 - 32 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WRS0159 WRS0160 LRS0457 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 3 Front Facing � step 4 2 3 4 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Allow the seat belt to retract slightly . Pull up s s s restraint and insert it into the buckle until you fully extended . At this time , the seat belt on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in hear and feel the latch engage . retractor is in the automatic locking mode the belt . ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts to emer - Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - gency locking mode when the seat belt is facturer � s instructions for belt routing . fully retracted . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 33 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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BOOSTER SEATS 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt SEATS out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor , the WARNING retractor is in the automatic locking mode . c Infants and small children should al - 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is ways be placed in an appropriate child properly secured prior to each use . If the restraint while riding in the vehicle . seat belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 Failure to use a child restraint or through 6 . booster seat can result in serious injury or death . 8 . Turn the ignition to the ON position . The passenger air bag status light should say c Infants and small children should never . If this light is not illuminated it � OFF � be carried on your lap . It is not possible may indicate a malfunction . Move the child for even the strongest adult to resist the restraint to another seating position . WRS0380 forces of a severe accident . The child Have the system checked by a NISSAN Front Facing � step 5 could be crushed between the adult and dealer . 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint , parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the s same seat belt around both your child use force to push the child restraint from After the child restraint is removed and the seat and yourself . belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode side to side , and tug it forward to make sure ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . that it is securely held in place . It should not c NISSAN recommends that the booster move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does seat be installed in the rear seat . Ac - move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again cording to accident statistics , children on the shoulder belt to further tighten the are safer when properly restrained in child restraint . If unable to properly secure the rear seat than in the front seat . 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 - 34 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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c A booster seat must only be installed in a seating position that has a lap / shoulder belt . Failure to use a three - point type seat belt with a booster seat can result in a serious in - jury in sudden stop or collision . c An improperly installed booster seat could lead to serious injury or death in an accident . LRS0455 LRS0587 Booster seats of various sizes are offered by WARNING several manufacturers . When selecting any c Do not use towels , books , pillows or booster seat , keep the following points in mind : other items in place of a booster seat . c Choose only a booster seat with a label Items such as these may move during certifying that it complies with Federal Motor normal driving or a collision and result Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian in serious injury or death . Booster seats Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . are designed to be used with a lap / shoulder belt . Booster seats are de - c Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be signed to properly route the lap and sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat shoulder portions of the seat belt over and seat belt system . the strongest portions of a child � s body to provide the maximum protection dur - ing a collision . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 35 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or c After placing the child in the booster territories require that infants and small seat and fastening the seat belt , make children be restrained in an approved child sure the shoulder portion of the belt is restraint at all times while the vehicle is away from the child � s face and neck and being operated . the lap portion of the belt does not cross the abdomen . 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 , LRS0586 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 c Make sure the child � s head will be properly child and vehicle . It may not be possible case of a sudden stop or accident . supported by the booster seat or vehicle to properly install some types of seat . The seat back must be at or above the booster seats in your vehicle . CAUTION center of the child � s ears . For example , if a 1 low back booster seat is chosen , the c If the booster seat and seat belt is not s Remember that a booster seat left in a used properly , the risk of a child being vehicle seat back must be at or above the closed vehicle can become very hot . injured in a collision or a sudden stop center of the child � s ears . If the seat back is Check the seating surface and buckles greatly increases . lower than the center of the child � s ears , a before placing your child in the booster 2 high back booster seat should be used . seat . s c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - tioned to fit the booster seat , but as c If the booster seat is compatible with your upright as possible . vehicle , place your child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your child . Always follow all recommended pro - cedures . 1 - 36 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 LRS0586 LRS0591 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 37 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 . 7 . When the ignition is turned to the ON posi - 3 . The booster seat should be positioned on tion , the passenger air bag status light may the vehicle seat so that it is stable . If neces - or may not be illuminated , depending on the sary , adjust or remove the head restraint to size of the child and the type of booster seat obtain the correct booster seat fit . See being used . See � NISSAN advanced air bag � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this system � later in this section . 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 . 1 - 38 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM vehicle is impacted . In a rollover both curtain air PRECAUTIONS ON bags are designed to inflate and remain inflated SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT for a short time . SYSTEM These supplemental restraint systems are de - This Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) sec - signed to supplement the crash protection pro - tion contains important information concerning vided by the seat belts and are not a substitute the driver and passenger supplemental front air for them . Seat belts should always be correctly bags ( NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System ) , worn and the occupant seated a suitable dis - tance away from the steering wheel , instrument supplemental side air bags , curtain side - impact panel and door finishers . See � Seat belts � earlier and rollover air bags and pre - tensioner seat belts . in this section for instructions and precautions on Supplemental front impact air bag system : seat belt usage . The NISSAN advanced air bag system can help The supplemental air bags operate only cushion the impact force to the head and chest of when the ignition switch is in the ON or the driver and front passenger in certain frontal START position . collisions . After turning the ignition key to the ON Supplemental side - impact air bag system position , the supplemental air bag warning ( if so equipped ) : This system can help cushion light illuminates . The supplemental air bag the impact force to the chest area of the driver warning light will turn off after about 7 and front passenger in certain side impact colli - seconds if the system is operational . sions . The supplemental side air bag is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is im - pacted . Supplemental curtain side - impact and roll - over air bag system ( if so equipped ) : This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact or rollover collisions . In a side impact , the curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 39 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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the seatback and as far away as practi - cal from the steering wheel or instru - ment panel . Always use the seat belts . c The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened . The advanced air bag system monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us - age then inflates the air bags . Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident . c The front passenger seat is equipped WRS0031 with an occupant classification sensor ( weight sensor ) that turns the front pas - c The seat belts and the supplemental WARNING senger air bag OFF under some condi - front air bags are most effective when tions . This sensor is only used in this c The supplemental front air bags ordi - you are sitting well back and upright in seat . Failure to be properly seated and narily will not inflate in the event of a the seat . The front air bags inflate with wearing the seat belt can increase the side impact , rear impact , rollover , or great force . Even with the NISSAN Ad - risk or severity of injury in an accident . lower severity frontal collision . Also , vanced Air Bag System , if you are unre - See � Front Passenger air bag and sta - the front passenger air bag will not in - strained , leaning forward , sitting side - tus light � later in this section . flate if the passenger air bag status ways or out of position in any way , you light is lit . See � Front passenger air bag c Keep hands on the outside of the steer - are at greater risk of injury or death in a and status light � later in this section . ing wheel . Placing them inside the crash . You may also receive serious or Always wear your seat belts to help steering wheel rim could increase the fatal injuries from the supplemental reduce the risk or severity of injury in risk that they are injured when the front air bag if you are up against it various kinds of accidents . supplemental front air bag inflates . when it inflates . Always sit back against 1 - 40 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 41 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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ARS1042 ARS1043 ARS1044 WARNING c Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags , side air bags or curtain side - impact and rollover air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained . Pre - teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat , if possible . 1 - 42 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WRS0431 ARS1045 WRS0256 Do not lean against the door . WARNING WARNING c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Supplemental side air bag ( if so equipped ) Bag System , never install a rear - facing and curtain side - impact and rollover air child restraint in the front seat . An in - bag ( if so equipped ) : flating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child . See c The supplemental side air bag and cur - � Child restraints � earlier in this section tain side - impact and rollover air bag for details . ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact , rear impact , or lower severity side collision . Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 43 Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X
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WARNING c The seat belts , the supplemental side air bags and curtain side - impact and rollover air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and up - right in the seat . The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate 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 or near the side roof rails . Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear outboard seats to extend their hand out of the window or lean against WRS0365 SSS0162 the door . Some examples of dangerous Do not lean against doors or windows . Do not lean against doors or windows . riding positions are shown in the previ - ous illustrations . 1 - 44 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2005 Xterra ( xtr ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 01 / 26 / 05 — tbrooks X