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FOREWORD READ FIRST � THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Own - As with other vehicles with features for Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN off - road use , failure to operate four - wheel er � s Manual carefully . This will ensure familiarity owners . This vehicle is delivered to you with drive models correctly may result in loss of with controls and maintenance requirements , as - confidence . It was produced using the latest control or an accident . Be sure to read techniques and strict quality control . sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle . � Driving safety precautions � in the � Start - This manual was prepared to help you under - ing and driving � section of this manual . WARNING stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles ( kilome - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE - ON - PAVEMENT AND OFF - ROAD DRIVING ters ) of driving pleasure . Please read through this MINDERS FOR SAFETY ! This vehicle will handle and maneuver manual before operating your vehicle . differently from an ordinary passenger Follow these important driving rules to car because it has a higher center of A separate Warranty Information Booklet help ensure a safe and comfortable trip explains details about the warranties cov - gravity for off - road use . As with other for you and your passengers ! ering your vehicle . The � NISSAN Service vehicles with features of this type , fail - c NEVER drive under the influence of al - and Maintenance Guide � explains details ure to operate this vehicle correctly may cohol or drugs . about maintaining and servicing your ve - result in loss of control or an accident . c ALWAYS observe posted speed limits hicle . Additionally , a separate Customer Be sure to read � On - pavement and off - and never drive too fast for conditions . Care / Lemon Law Booklet ( U.S . only ) will road driving precautions � , and � Avoid - explain how to resolve any concerns you ing collision and rollover � , and � Driving c ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro - may have with your vehicle , as well as safety precautions � , in the � Starting and priate child restraint systems . Pre - teen clarify your rights under your state � s lemon children should be seated in the rear driving � section of this manual . law . seat . Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle c ALWAYS provide information about the MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE best . When you require any service or have any proper use of vehicle safety features to This vehicle should not be modified . Modi - questions , they will be glad to assist you with the all occupants of the vehicle . extensive resources available to them . fication could affect its performance , c ALWAYS review this owner � s manual for safety or durability , and may even violate important safety information . governmental regulations . In addition , damage or performance problems result - For descriptions specified for four - wheel drive ing from modifications may not be covered models , a mark is placed at the begin - under NISSAN warranties . ning of the applicable sections / items . Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 available on this model . Therefore , you may find WARNING some information that does not apply to your vehicle . WARNING All information , specifications and illustrations in Engine exhaust , some of its constituents , this manual are those in effect at the time of and certain vehicle components contain printing . NISSAN reserves the right to change or emit chemicals known to the State of specifications or design without notice and with - California to cause cancer and birth de - out obligation . fects or other reproductive harm . In addi - tion , certain fluids contained in vehicles IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT and certain products of component wear THIS MANUAL contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and You will see various symbols in this manual . They birth defects or other reproductive harm . are used in the following ways : APD1005 If you see this symbol , it means � Do not do this � WARNING or � Do not let this happen . � This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury . To avoid or reduce the If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra - risk , the procedures must be followed tion , it means the arrow points to the front of the ' 2005 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC . precisely . vehicle . GARDENA , CALIFORNIA CAUTION All rights reserved . No part of this Owner � s 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 — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES . . . Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs . Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns . Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs . However , if there is something that your NISSAN You can write to NISSAN with the information at : The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information : dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to For U.S . customers provide NISSAN directly with comments or � Your name , address , and telephone number Nissan North America , Inc . questions , please contact the NISSAN Con - Consumer Affairs Department � Vehicle identification number ( attached to the sumer Affairs Department using our toll - free P.O . Box 191 top of the instrument panel on the driver � s number : Gardena , California 90248 - 0191 side ) For U.S . customers For Canadian customers � Date of purchase 1 - 800 - NISSAN - 1 Nissan Canada Inc . ( 1 - 800 - 647 - 7261 ) � Current odometer reading 5290 Orbitor Drive For Canadian customers Mississauga , Ontario L4W 4Z5 � Your NISSAN dealer � s name 1 - 800 - 387 - 0122 � Your comments or questions OR We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle . Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 Display screen , 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 — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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AIRBAGS , SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 1 . 3rd row bench seat belts ( P . 1 - 15 ) 2 . 2nd row seat belts ( P . 1 - 15 ) 3 . Supplemental curtain side - impact and rollover air bags ( P . 1 - 57 ) 4 . Front seat belts ( P . 1 - 15 ) 5 . Supplemental front impact air bags ( P . 1 - 57 ) 6 . Seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 7 . Occupant classification sensor ( pressure sensor ) ( P . 1 - 64 ) 8 . Seat belt pre - tensioners ( P . 1 - 70 ) 9 . Supplemental side impact air bag ( if so equipped ) ( P . 1 - 57 ) 10 . LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) ( P . 1 - 43 ) 11 . Top tether strap anchor ( P . 1 - 45 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0021 0 - 2 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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EXTERIOR FRONT 1 . Engine hood ( P . 3 - 9 ) 2 . Windshield wiper and washer switch ( P . 2 - 22 ) 3 . Windshield ( P . 8 - 18 ) 4 . Power windows ( P . 2 - 44 ) 5 . Door locks , keyfob , keys ( P . 3 - 3 , 3 - 5 , 3 - 2 ) 6 . Mirrors ( P . 3 - 18 ) 7 . Tire pressure ( P . 9 - 11 ) 8 . Flat tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 9 . Tire chains ( P . 8 - 39 ) 10 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 28 ) 11 . Headlight and turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 24 ) 12 . Fog light switch ( P . 2 - 27 ) 13 . Tow hooks ( if so equipped ) ( P . 6 - 13 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0020 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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EXTERIOR REAR 1 . Roof rack ( P . 2 - 43 ) 2 . Vehicle loading ( P . 9 - 12 ) 3 . Glass hatch ( P . 3 - 14 ) 4 . Rear window washer ( P . 2 - 23 ) 5 . Glass hatch release ( P . 3 - 14 ) 6 . Lift gate release ( P . 3 - 13 ) 7 . Rearview monitor ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 12 ) 8 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 28 ) 9 . Fuel - filler cap , fuel recommendation ( P . 3 - 14 , P . 9 - 3 ) 10 . Fuel - filler door ( P . 3 - 14 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0067 0 - 4 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT 1 . Rear ventilators ( P . 4 - 14 ) 2 . Storage ( P . 2 - 33 ) 3 . DVD entertainment system ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 34 ) 4 . Sunroof ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 47 ) 5 . Map lights ( P . 2 - 50 ) 6 . Sun visors ( P . 3 - 17 ) 7 . HomeLinkT ( P . 2 - 51 ) 8 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 33 ) 9 . Seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 10 . Cup holders ( P . 2 - 37 ) 11 . Luggage storage ( P . 2 - 41 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0022 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 . Ventilators ( P . 4 - 14 ) 2 . Instrument brightness control ( P . 2 - 27 ) 3 . Headlight / fog light ( if so equipped ) / turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 24 ) 4 . Steering wheel switch for audio control ( P . 4 - 31 ) 5 . Driver supplemental air bag / horn ( P . 1 - 57 , P . 2 - 28 ) 6 . Meters , gauges and warning / indicator lights ( P . 2 - 3 , 2 - 12 ) 7 . Cruise control main / set switches ( P . 5 - 15 ) 8 . Windshield wiper / washer switch and rear window wiper / washer switch ( P . 2 - 22 , P . 2 - 23 ) 9 . Ignition switch ( P . 5 - 7 ) 10 . Navigation system * ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 2 ) 11 . Navigation system * controls ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 2 ) 12 . Audio system controls ( P . 4 - 18 ) 13 . Front passenger supplemental air bag ( P . 1 - 57 ) 14 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 35 ) 15 . Climate controls ( P . 4 - 15 ) 16 . Aux jack ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 30 ) WIC0851 0 - 6 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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17 . Heated seat switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 29 ) 18 . Power outlet / cigarette lighter ( accessory ) ( P . 2 - 31 / P . 2 - 32 ) 19 . Vehicle dynamic control ( VDC ) off switch ( P . 2 - 29 ) 20 . Tow mode switch ( P . 2 - 30 ) 21 . Shift selector lever ( P . 5 - 10 ) 22 . Power outlet ( P . 2 - 31 ) 23 . Front passenger air bag status light ( P . 1 - 66 ) 24 . Hazard lights ( P . 2 - 28 ) 25 . 4WD shift switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 5 - 18 ) 26 . Tilt steering wheel control ( P . 3 - 16 ) 27 . Rear sonar system off switch ( P . 2 - 30 ) 28 . Pedal position adjustment switch ( P . 3 - 16 ) 29 . Lift gate open / close switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 3 - 9 ) * : Refer to the separate Navigation System Own - er � s Manual ( if so equipped ) . See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . Illustrated table of contents 0 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS 1 . Battery ( P . 8 - 13 ) 2 . Fuse / fusible link box ( P . 8 - 22 ) 3 . Transmission dipstick ( P . 8 - 11 ) 4 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 8 ) 5 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 12 ) 6 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 12 ) 7 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 16 ) 8 . Drive belt location ( P . 8 - 14 ) 9 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 7 ) 10 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 11 ) 11 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 8 ) 12 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 7 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WDI0491 0 - 8 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING / INDICATOR LIGHTS Warning Name Page Warning Name Page Warning Name Page light light light 2 - 14 Anti - lock brake 2 - 13 Check suspen - Low tire pres - 2 - 15 warning light sion warning sure warning or light ( if so light equipped ) 2 - 16 Low windshield 2 - 13 Automatic washer fluid Door open 2 - 14 transmission warning light warning light check warning 2 - 14 2 - 16 Engine oil pres - Seat belt warn - light sure low / engine ing light and 2 - 13 Automatic coolant tem - chime transmission perature high 2 - 16 Supplemental park warning warning light air bag warning light ( light 2 - 15 4WD warning model ) light ( Brake warning 2 - 13 model ) light or Low fuel warn - 2 - 15 ing light Charge warning 2 - 14 light Illustrated table of contents 0 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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Indicator Name Page Indicator Name Page Indicator Name Page light light light 2 - 17 2 - 19 Automatic High beam in - 2 - 17 Vehicle dy - transmission dicator light namic control position indica - ( Blue ) off indicator tor light light 2 - 18 Malfunction indicator light 2 - 17 Cruise main ( MIL ) switch indicator light Security indica - 2 - 18 tor light 2 - 17 Cruise set switch indicator Slip indicator 2 - 18 light light 4WD shift indi - 2 - 17 2 - 19 Transfer 4LO cator light position indica - ( tor light model ) ( 2 - 17 Front passenger model ) air bag status 2 - 19 Turn light signal / hazard indicator lights Illustrated table of contents 0 - 10 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 25 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Front manual seat adjustment � Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 25 passenger � s side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 Child restraint installation on 2nd row Front power seat adjustment captain � s chairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 27 ( for driver � s seat and if so equipped for Child restraint installation on 2nd row bench passenger � s seat ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 seats ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 32 2nd row captain � s chair adjustment Child restraint installation on 3rd row bench ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 37 2nd row bench seat adjustment LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7 CHildren ) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 43 Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8 Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 45 Active head restraint ( front seats ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9 Child restraint installation on front passenger Armrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 48 Flexible seating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 51 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Precautions on booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 51 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 15 Booster seat installation on 2nd row Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 captain � s chairs ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 53 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Booster seat installation on 2nd row bench Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 seat positions ( if so equipped ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 54 Three - point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Booster seat installation on 3rd row bench Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 25 seat positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 55 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 25 Booster seat installation on front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 56 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 57 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 71 Precautions on supplemental restraint Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 72 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 57 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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SEATS FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT � PASSENGER � S SIDE 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 — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . LRS0244 LRS0245 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 — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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See � Automatic drive positioner ( if so equipped ) � in � Pre - driving checks and adjustments � for auto - matic drive positioner operation . Forward and backward Moving the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position . Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the de - sired angle is obtained . To bring the seatback forward again , move the switch forward and move your body forward . The seatback will move LRS0633 forward . FRONT POWER SEAT c Do not leave children unattended inside The reclining feature allows adjustment of the the vehicle . They could unknowingly ac - ADJUSTMENT ( for driver � s seat and if seatback for occupants of different sizes for tivate switches or controls . Unattended added comfort and to help obtain proper seat so equipped for passenger � s seat ) children could become involved in seri - belt fit ( see � Precautions on seat belt usage � later ous accidents . in this section ) . Also , the seatback can be re - WARNING clined to allow occupants to rest when the ve - Operating tips c Do not adjust the driver � s seat while hicle is stopped . driving so full attention may be given to c The power seat motor has an auto - reset vehicle operation . The seat may move overload protection circuit . If the motor suddenly and could cause loss of con - stops during operation , wait 30 seconds , trol of the vehicle . then reactivate the switch . c Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off . This will discharge the battery . 1 - 4 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0634 LRS0635 WRS0369 Seat lifter ( driver � s seat ) Lumbar support ( driver � s seat ) 2ND ROW CAPTAIN � S CHAIR ADJUSTMENT ( if so equipped ) Push the front or rear end of the switch up or The lumbar support feature provides lower back down to adjust the angle and height of the seat support to the driver . Move the lever up or down Reclining cushion . to adjust the seat lumbar area . To recline the seatback , pull up on the lever and lean back . The recline feature allows adjustment of the seat back 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 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING c After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined . This can be dangerous . The shoulder belt will not be against your body . In an accident , you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries . c For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion , the seat should WRS0415 LRS0372 be upright . Always sit well back in the 2 Then lift up on the lower corner of the seat Tip up for easy entry to the 3rd row s seat and adjust the seat belt properly . base and tip the 2nd row captain � s chair forward . See � Precautions on seat belt usage � The 2nd row captain � s chairs can be tipped for - To exit the 3rd row bench seat lift up on the same later in this section . ward for easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench latch and fold the seatback forward onto the seat 1 seat . To enter the 3rd row raise the armrest so s base . Then lift up on the seat base and tip it it is parallel to the seatback and in the stowed forward . position , then lift up on the latch located on the upper corner of the seatback on the 2nd row captain � s chair and fold the seatback forward at an angle over the seat base . This will release the back of the seat so it may be tipped forward . 1 - 6 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING c After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined . This can be dangerous . The shoulder belt will not be against your body . In an accident , you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries . c For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion , the seat should WRS0369 WRS0414 be upright . Always sit well back in the Outboard seats Tip up for easy entry to the 3rd row seat and adjust the seat belt properly . 2ND ROW BENCH SEAT See � Precautions on seat belt usage � The outboard seating positions on the 2nd row later in this section . ADJUSTMENT ( if so equipped ) bench seat can be tipped forward for easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench seat . To enter the Reclining 1 3rd row lift up on the latch located on the s upper corner of the seatback on the 2nd row To recline the seatback , pull up on the lever and bench seat and fold the seatback forward at an lean back . angle over the seat base . This will release the The recline feature allows adjustment of the seat back of the seat so it may be tipped forward . back 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 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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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 . LRS0331 LRS0286 2 Then lift up on the lower corner of the seat s HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT base and tip the outboard seating position of the To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To lower , 2nd row bench seat forward . To exit the 3rd row push and hold the lock knob and push the head bench seat lift up on the same latch and fold the restraint down . seatback forward onto the seat base . Then lift up on the seat base and tip it forward . The head restraints on the 2nd and 3rd row seats are removable . The front seat head restraints are not removable . 1 - 8 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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c Do not fold down the rear seats when occupants are in the rear seat area or any luggage is on the rear seats . c Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident . Always replace and adjust them prop - erly if they have been removed for any reason . c If the head restraints are removed for any reason , they should be securely stored to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the WRS0368 LRS0341 vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident . ARMRESTS FLEXIBLE SEATING c When returning the seatbacks to the To use the armrests , pull them down to the rest - upright position , be certain they are WARNING ing position . completely secured in the latched posi - c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo A Stowed position tion . If they are not completely secured , s area or on the rear seats when they are passengers may be injured in an acci - B Resting position in the fold - down position . In a collision , s 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 - 10 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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Folding the front passenger � s seatback WARNING To fold the front passenger � s seatback flat for c If you fold the front passenger � s seat - extra storage length when transporting long back flat forward to carry longer ob - items : jects , be sure this cargo is properly se - cured and not near an air bag . In a 1 Slide the seat to the rear - most position . Lift s crash , an inflating air bag might force up on the recline lever , located on the out - that object toward a person . This could side edge of the seat , and fold the seatback cause severe injury or even death . Se - forward as far as it will go . Then lift up on the cure objects away from the area in latch located on the upper corner of the which an air bag would inflate . See seatback to release the back of the seat . � Precautions on supplemental restraint system � later in this section . c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo LRS0342 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 s of these areas by passengers could re - you to fold the front passenger seatback flat sult in serious injury in an accident or over the seat cushion . sudden stop . 3 . To return the front passenger � s seat to a seating position lift up on the seatback and push it up to an upright position . Then pull up on the recline lever and lean the seatback to a proper seating position . Release the lever to lock the seatback in position . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0332 LRS0333 LRS0334 3 4 Then lift up on the recline lever to fold the There is a carpet panel flap that can be Folding the 2nd row captain � s chairs ( if s s seatback flat forward . folded toward the back of the vehicle . so equipped ) To fold the 2nd row captain � s chairs flat for maxi - mum cargo hauling : 1 Raise the armrest to the stowed position . s Remove the 2nd row center console , see � Console removal � in the � Instruments and controls � section of this Owner � s Manual . 2 Pull the strap forward , located in the center s of the seat cushion , and fold the seat cush - ion toward the front of the vehicle . 1 - 12 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0641 LRS0336 LRS0337 5 2 The carpet panel flaps provide a level cargo Then lift up on the recline lever on the side of Folding the 2nd row bench seat ( if so s s floor when the 3rd row seats are also folded the outboard seats to fold the outboard seat - equipped ) flat . Reverse this process to return the 2nd backs flat . To fold the center seatback flat , To fold the 2nd row bench seat flat for maximum row captain � s chairs to a seating position . pull up on the strap on the edge of the center cargo hauling : Make sure to properly raise the seat - seat cushion and fold the seatback toward back to an upright position and push the front of the vehicle . 1 Pull the strap forward , located in the center s the seat cushion down into place . of each seat cushion , and fold each seat cushion toward the front of the vehicle . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 13 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0338 LRS0636 LRS0637 3 4 There is a carpet panel flap on the back of The carpet panel flap provides a level cargo s s Folding the 3rd row split bench seat each seat that can be folded toward the floor when the 3rd row seats are also folded To fold the 3rd row split bench seat flat for back of the vehicle flat . maximum cargo capacity : 5 . To return the outboard 2nd row bench seats 1 . Disconnect and secure the center seat belt to a seating position reverse the process for the outboard seats . and tongues into the retractor base . See � Stowing the 3rd row center seat belt � later 6 . To return the center seat to a seating posi - in this section . tion , lift up on the pull strap on the back of the seat base while lifting on the seatback . 2 . Lower the head restraints to the full down Then push the seat cushion back into place . position . Make sure to hold the seat belts above 3 . Then pull up on the latch located on the the seat cushion and properly raise the outside corner of each seatback and fold the seatback to an upright position . Then seatback forward over the seat base . push the seat cushion down into place . 1 - 14 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 16 / 05 — debbie X
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SEAT BELTS To return the 3rd row split bench seat to a seating position unfold the seatback and push it back until it latches into position . WARNING c When returning the seatbacks , be sure to attach the rear center seat belt connector . c Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat . c When attaching the rear center seat belt connector , be certain that the seat - SSS0136 backs are completely secured in the latched position and the rear center PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT seat belt connector is completely USAGE secured . If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad - c If the rear center seat belt connector justed and you are sitting upright and well back in and the seatbacks are not secured in your seat , your chances of being injured or killed the correct position , serious personal in an accident and / or the severity of injury may be injury may result in an accident or sud - greatly reduced . NISSAN strongly encourages den stop . 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 15 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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SSS0134 SSS0016 WARNING WARNING c Every person who drives or rides in this c The seat belt should be properly ad - vehicle should use a seat belt at all justed to a snug fit . Failure to do so may times . Children should be properly re - reduce the effectiveness of the entire strained in the rear seat and , if appro - restraint system and increase the priate , in a child restraint . chance or severity of injury in an acci - dent . Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly . 1 - 16 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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c All seat belt assemblies , including re - c Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely tractors and attaching hardware , fastened to the proper buckle . should be inspected after any collision c Do not wear the seat belt inside out or by a NISSAN dealer . NISSAN recom - twisted . Doing so may reduce its mends that all seat belt assemblies in effectiveness . use during a collision be replaced un - c Do not allow more than one person to less the collision was minor and the use the same seat belt . belts show no damage and continue to operate properly . Seat belt assemblies c Never carry more people in the vehicle not in use during a collision should also than there are seat belts . be inspected and replaced if either c 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 17 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 1 - 18 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 19 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 WRS0137 WRS0138 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 1 - 20 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 3rd row bench seat 1 To unfasten the seat belt , press the button on The 3rd row center seat belt has a connector s 1 2 the buckle . The seat belt automatically re - tongue and a seat belt tongue . Both the s s tracts . connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt opera - Checking seat belt operation tion . 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 21 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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Stowing the 3rd row center seat belt When folding down the 3rd row seat , the 3rd row center seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position as follows : 1 Hold the connector tongue so that the seat s belt does not retract suddenly when the tongue is released from the connector buckle . Release the connector tongue by inserting a suitable tool such as key into the A s . connector buckle 2 Retract the seat belt up to the retractor base . s3 Insert the seat belt tongue into the fabric s SSS0241 sleeve so it will lay flat . Then secure the connector tongue into the retractor base . WARNING 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 c When attaching the rear center seat not use it with only the seat belt tongue belt connector , be certain that the seat - attached . This could result in serious backs are completely secured in the personal injury in case of an accident or latched position and the rear center a sudden stop . seat belt connector is completely secured . LRS0432 1 - 22 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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Attaching the 3rd row center seat belt c If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in Always be sure the 3rd row center seat belt the correct position , serious personal connector tongue and connector buckle are at - injury may result in an accident or sud - tached . Disconnect only when folding down the den stop . rear seat . To connect the buckle : 1 Pull out the connector tongue from the re - s tractor base . 2 Pull out the seat belt tongue from the fabric s sleeve . 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 . LRS0433 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 23 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING WARNING c Do not unfasten the rear center seat c After adjustment , release the adjust - belt connector except when folding ment button and try to move the shoul - down the rear seat . der belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position . c When attaching the rear center seat c The shoulder belt anchor height should belt connector , be certain that the seat - be adjusted to the position best for you . backs are completely secured in the Failure to do so may reduce the effec - latched position and the rear center tiveness of the entire restraint system seat belt connector is completely and increase the chance or severity of secured . injury in an accident . c If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position , serious personal LRS0242 injury may result in an accident or sud - Front and 2nd row outboard seats den stop . Shoulder belt height adjustment ( front and 2nd row outboard seats ) The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad - justed to the position best for you . ( See � Precau - tions on seat belt usage � earlier in this section . ) 1 To adjust , pull out the adjustment button and s 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 - 24 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS SEAT BELT EXTENDERS SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE If , because of body size or driving position , it is c To clean the seat belt webbing , apply a not possible to properly fit the lap - shoulder belt mild soap solution or any solution recom - and fasten it , an extender is available which is mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet . compatible with the installed seat belts . The ex - Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat tender adds approximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of belts to dry in the shade . Do not allow the length and may be used for either the driver or seat belts to retract until they are completely front passenger seating position . See a NISSAN dry . dealer for assistance if an extender is required . c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat WARNING belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . c Only NISSAN seat belt extenders , made by the same company which made the c Periodically check to see that the seat ARS1098 original equipment seat belts , should belt and the metal components , such as be used with NISSAN seat belts . PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible wires c Adults and children who can use the and anchors , work properly . If loose parts , RESTRAINTS standard seat belt should not use an deterioration , cuts or other damage on the extender . Such unnecessary use could webbing is found , the entire seat belt as - WARNING result in serious personal injury in the sembly should be replaced . c Infants and small children should al - event of an accident . ways be placed in an appropriate child c Never use seat belt extenders to install restraint while riding in the vehicle . child restraints . If the child restraint is Failure to use a child restraint can re - not secured properly , the child could be sult in serious injury or death . seriously injured in a collision or a sud - den stop . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 25 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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Child restraints for infants and small children of c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air various sizes are offered by several manufactur - Bag System , never install a rear - facing ers . When selecting any child restraint , keep the child restraint in the front seat . An in - following points in mind : flating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child . A rear - c Choose only a restraint with a label certifying facing child restraint must only be used that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle in the rear seat . Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor c NISSAN recommends that the child re - Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . straint be installed in the rear seat . Ac - c Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be cording to accident statistics , children sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat are safer when properly restrained in and seat belt system . the rear seat than in the front seat . c If the child restraint is compatible with your c An improperly installed child restraint WRS0256 vehicle , place your child in the child restraint could lead to serious injury or death in and check the various adjustments to be an accident . WARNING sure the child restraint is compatible with In general , child restraints are designed to be your child . Choose a child restraint that is 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 designed for your child � s height and weight . seat belt . In addition , this vehicle is equipped with for even the strongest adult to resist the Always follow all recommended procedures . a universal child restraint lower anchor system , forces of a severe accident . The child referred to as the LATCH ( Lower Anchors and All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or could be crushed between the adult and Tethers for CHildren ) system . Some child re - territories require that infants and small parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the straints include two rigid or webbing - mounted children be restrained in an approved child same seat belt around both your child attachments that can be connected to these restraint at all times while the vehicle is and yourself . lower anchors . For details , see the � LATCH being operated . ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) sys - tem � later in this section . 1 - 26 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION c After attaching the child restraint , test it WARNING ON 2ND ROW CAPTAIN � S CHAIRS before you place the child in it . Push it c Improper use of a child restraint can from side to side . Try to tug it forward increase the risk or severity of injury for and check to see if the belt holds the WARNING both the child and other occupants of restraint in place . The child restraint the vehicle . c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 is equipped with an automatic locking mm ) . If the restraint is not secure , c Follow all of the child restraint manu - mode retractor which must be used tighten the belt as necessary , or put the facturer � s instructions for installation when installing a child restraint . 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 Failure to use the retractor � s locking child restraint . Not all child restraints fit fit your child and vehicle . It may not be mode will result in the child restraint in all types of vehicles . possible to properly install some types not being properly secured . The re - of child restraints in your vehicle . straint could tip over or otherwise be c If you must install a front facing child unsecured and cause injury to the child restraint in the front seat , see � Child c If the child restraint is not anchored in a sudden stop or collision . restraint installation on front passenger properly , the risk of a child being in - seat � later in this section . jured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases . c When your child restraint is not in use , keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - vent it from being thrown around in tioned to fit the child restraint , but as case of a sudden stop or accident . upright as possible . CAUTION Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot . Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 27 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Ad - s just the head restraint to its highest position . Always follow the restraint manufacturer � s instructions . 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 LRS0347 LRS0348 child restraint . Front Facing � step 1 Front Facing � step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child s Front facing restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint on the 2nd row hear and feel the latch engage . captain � s chairs , follow these steps : Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - facturer � s instructions for belt routing . 1 - 28 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0349 LRS0457 LRS0350 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 . 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 back to that it is securely held in place . It should not emergency locking mode when the seat belt move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does is 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 29 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 . LRS0352 LRS0353 Rear Facing � step 1 Rear Facing � step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Rear facing s restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint on the 2nd row hear and feel the latch engage . captain � s chair , 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 . 1 - 30 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0354 LRS0355 LRS0356 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 . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 31 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic c When installing a child restraint system locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt in the 2nd row center position both the out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any center seat belt connector tongue and more seat belt webbing out of the retractor , buckle tongue must be secured . 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 . LRS0377 CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION Front facing ( center ) � step 1 ON 2ND ROW BENCH SEATS ( if so equipped ) WARNING c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint . c Failure to use the retractor � s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured . The re - straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision . 1 - 32 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Ad - s just the head restraint to its highest position . Always follow the restraint manufacturer � s instructions . 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 LRS0376 WRS0250 child restraint . Front facing ( outboard ) � step 1 Front Facing � step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child s Front facing restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint on the 2nd row hear and feel the latch engage . bench seat , follow these steps : Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - facturer � s instructions for belt routing . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 33 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0458 LRS0457 WRS0252 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 . 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 back to that it is securely held in place . It should not emergency locking mode when the seat belt move more than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . If it does is 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 - 34 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 . LRS0375 LRS0373 Rear facing ( center ) � step 1 Rear facing ( outboard ) � step 1 Rear facing When you install a child restraint on the 2nd row bench seat , follow these steps : 1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 35 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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WRS0383 WRS0385 WRS0384 Rear Facing � step 2 Rear Facing � step 3 Rear 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 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 . 1 - 36 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic c When installing a child restraint system locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt in the rear center position , both the out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any center seat belt connector tongue and more seat belt webbing out of the retractor , buckle tongue must be secured . See the retractor is in the automatic locking � Attaching the 3rd row center seat belt � mode . earlier in this section . 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 . WRS0386 CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION Rear Facing � step 5 ON 3RD ROW BENCH SEAT 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint , s use force to push the child restraint from WARNING side to side , and tug it forward to make sure c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle that it is securely held in place . It should not is equipped with an automatic locking move more than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . If it does mode retractor which must be used move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again when installing a child restraint . on the shoulder belt to further tighten the c Failure to use the retractor � s locking child restraint . If unable to properly secure mode will result in the child restraint the restraint move the restraint to another not being properly secured . The re - rear seating position and try again , or try a straint could tip over or otherwise be different child restraint . Not all child re - unsecured and cause injury to the child straints fit in all types of vehicles . in a sudden stop or collision . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 37 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Ad - s just the head restraint to its highest position . Always follow the restraint manufacturer � s instructions . 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 LRS0357 LRS0358 child restraint . Front Facing ( outboard ) � step 1 Front Facing ( center ) � step 1 When you install a child restraint on the 3rd row Front facing bench seat , follow these steps : WARNING Front - facing child restraints can be in - stalled in all 3rd row bench seat positions . However , front - facing child restraints that require the use of a top tether strap can be installed in the center 3rd row position only . Do not install a child restraint requir - ing a top tether strap in an outboard posi - tion and attempt to angle the tether to the 3rd row center anchor . 1 - 38 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 - 39 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 LRS0362 Front Facing � step 5 Rear Facing ( outboard ) � step 1 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint , Rear facing s use force to push the child restraint from When you install a child restraint on the 3rd row side to side , and tug it forward to make sure bench seat , follow these steps : that it is securely held in place . It should not 1 move more than 1 inch ( 25mm ) . If it does Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again structions . 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 - 40 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0388 WRS0383 WRS0385 Rear Facing ( center ) � step 1 Rear Facing � step 2 Rear 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 restraint and insert it into the buckle until you fully extended . At this time , the seat belt hear and feel the latch engage . retractor is in the automatic locking mode ( 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 - 41 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie 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 . WRS0384 WRS0386 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 ( 25mm ) . 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 - 42 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Armada ( wzw ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 06 / 15 / 05 — debbie X