2003 NISSAN FRONTIER Owners Manual

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is
fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor
is in the automatic locking mode (child re-
straint mode) . It reverts back to emergency
locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the
shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.
If necessary to ensure the child restraint is
secure, pull the shoulder belt through the
seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the
belt.
After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child
restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching
on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through
the seat belt tongue. The stitching locates the
seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for
easy access for rear seat passengers.5. Before placing the child in the child restraint,
use force to tilt the child restraint from side
to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is
securely held in place. It should not move
more than 1 inch.
6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic
locking mode by trying to pull more belt out
of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more
belt webbing out of the retractor, the retrac-
tor is in the automatic locking mode.
7. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the belt
is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.
Front Facing — step 3
WRS0251
Front Facing — step 4
WRS0146
Front Facing — step 5
WRS0252
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After the child restraint is removed and the seat
belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode
(child restraint mode) is canceled.
Rear facing
When you install a child restraint in a rear out-
board seat, follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-
ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s in-
structions.2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint and insert it into the buckle until you
hear and feel it engage.
Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-
facturer’s instructions for belt routing.
Rear Facing — step 1
WRS0273
Rear Facing — step 2
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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is
fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor
is in the automatic locking mode (child re-
straint mode) . It reverts back to emergency
locking mode when the seat belt is fully
retracted.4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the
shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.
If necessary to ensure the child restraint is
secure, pull the shoulder belt through the
seat belt tongue beyond the stitching in the
belt.
After the seat belt is fully retracted and the child
restraint is removed from the seat, the stitching
on the shoulder belt can be pulled back through
the seat belt tongue. This stitching locates the
seat belt tongue near the top of the seat back for
easy access for rear seat passengers.5. Before placing the child in the child restraint,
use force to tilt the child restraint from side
to side, and tug it forward to make sure it is
securely held in place. It should not move
more than 1 inch.
6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic
locking mode by trying to pull more belt out
of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more
belt webbing out of the retractor, the retrac-
tor is in the automatic locking mode.
7. Check to make sure the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the belt
is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.
Rear Facing — step 3
WRS0260
Rear Facing — step 4
WRS0253
Rear Facing — step 5
WRS0254
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After the child restraint is removed and the seat
belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode
(child restraint mode) is canceled.
WARNING
cAttach LATCH system compatible child
restraints only at the locations shown. If
a child restraint is not secured properly,
your child could be seriously injured or
killed in an accident.
cDo not secure a child restraint in the
center rear seating position (Crew Cab
models) using the LATCH system an-
chors. The child restraint will not be
secured properly.
Passenger seat — King Cab
LRS0233
Rear seat — Crew Cab
LRS0234
LATCH~LOWER ANCHORS AND
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cFollow all other instructions concern-
ing proper installation of child re-
straints and the use of air bag ON/OFF
switches (if so equipped) outlined in
this manual.
cThe LATCH system anchors are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstance are
they to be used for adult seat belts or
harnesses.
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 Tether 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
restraint owner’s manual. If you have such a child
restraint, refer to the illustration for the seating
positions equipped with LATCH system anchors
which can be used to secure the child restraint.The LATCH system anchors are located at the
rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A
label is attached to the seat back to help you
locate the LATCH system anchors.
LATCH child restraints generally require the use
of a top tether strap. See “Top tether strap child
restraint” later in this section for installation in-
structions.
When installing a child restraint, carefully read
and follow the instructions in this manual and
those supplied with the child restraint.
When you install a LATCH system compatible
child restraint to the lower anchor attachments,
follow these steps:
WARNING
Inspect the lower anchors by inserting
your fingers into the lower anchor area
and feeling to make sure there are no
obstructions over the LATCH system an-
chors, such as seat belt webbing or seat
cushion material. The child restraint will
not be secured properly if the LATCH sys-
tem anchors are obstructed.1. To install the LATCH system compatible
child restraint, insert the child restraint
LATCH system anchor attachments into the
anchor points on the seat. If the child re-
straint is equipped with a top tether, see
“Top tether strap child restraint” later in this
section for installation instructions.
2. After attaching the child restraint and before
placing the child in it, use force to tilt the
child restraint from side to side and tug it
forward to make sure that the child restraint
is securely held in place. It should not move
more than 1 inch.
3. Check to make sure that the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use.
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1. Hook
2. Anchor bracket
3. Top strap
TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD
RESTRAINT
If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it must
be secured to the provided anchor point. Secure
the child restraint with a seat belt. Secure the top
tether strap to the anchor bracket which provides
the straightest installation of the tether strap.
Tighten the strap according to the manufactur-
er’s instructions to remove any slack.
WARNING
Child restraint anchor points are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed by
correctly fitted child restraints. Under no
circumstances are they to be used for
adult seat belts or harnesses.
Anchor point locations
Anchor points are located under the rear window.
King Cab vehicles will only have the outer anchor
point. Crew Cab vehicles will have all 3 anchor
points.
If you have any questions when installing a
top strap child restraint on the rear seat,
consult your NISSAN dealer for details.
Three-point type with retractor
WRS0270
King Cab
WRS0223
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Flaps are provided in the carpet for easy access
and are marked with the label shown (King Cab
only) .INSTALLATION ON FRONT
PASSENGER SEAT
Front facing (Three-point type with
retractor)
WARNING
cIf so equipped, keep the passenger
supplemental air bag ON/OFF switch
turned ON unless a rear-facing child
restraint is used in the front seat. If the
switch is OFF, the air bag will not inflate
in a collision as designed.
Crew Cab
WRS0224WRS0210WRS0255
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cNISSAN recommends that the child re-
straint be installed in the rear seat
(Crew Cab models) . However, if you
must install a forward-facing child re-
straint in the front passenger seat,
move the passenger seat to the rear-
most position.
cNever install a rear facing child restraint
in the front seating position of Crew
Cab models. Install a rear-facing child
restraint in the rear seat only. The force
of the inflating air bag could cause se-
rious injury or kill the child in the child
restraint.
cThe three-point seat belt in your vehicle
is equipped with an automatic locking
mode retractor which must be used
when installing a child restraint.
cFailure 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.cIf the supplemental air bag warning
light located in the instrument panel
next to the speedometer comes on
when the passenger supplemental air
bag OFF indicator light is also illumi-
nated, something may be wrong with
the supplemental air bag system. Do
not use a child restraint in the front
passenger seat until the system is
checked by your NISSAN dealer.
If you choose to install a child restraint in the front
seat, follow these steps:
1. Position the child restraint on the front pas-
senger seat.Move the seat to the rear-
most position.Always follow the restraint
manufacturer’s instructions.
Front Facing — step 1
WRS0258
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