2006 NISSAN MURANO child restraint

Front passenger air bag and status
light
WARNING
The front passenger air bag is designed
to automatically turn OFF under some
conditions. Read this section carefully
to learn how it operates. Proper use of
the seat, seat belt and child restraints is
necessary for most effective protection.Failure to follow all instructions in this
manual concerning the use of seats,
seat belts and child restraints can in-
crease the risk or severity of injury in an
accident.
Status light:
The front passenger air bag status light
is
located on the map light cover. The light oper-
ates as follows:

Unoccupied passenger seat: Theis
OFF and the front passenger air bag is OFF
and will not inflate in a crash.

Passenger seat occupied by a small adult,
child or child restraint as outlined in this
section: The
illuminates to indicate that
the front passenger air bag is OFF and will
not inflate in a crash.

Occupied passenger seat and the passenger
meets the conditions outlined in this section:
The
is OFF to indicate that the front
passenger air bag is operational.
Front passenger air bag:
The front passenger air bag is designed to
automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is op-
erated under some conditions as describedbelow in accordance with U.S. regulations. If the
front passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate
in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags
in your vehicle are not part of this system.
The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce
the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag
to certain front passenger seat occupants, such
as children, by requiring the air bag to be
automatically turned OFF. Certain sensors are
used to meet the requirements.
One sensor used is the occupant classification
sensor (pressure sensor). It is in the bottom of
the front passenger seat cushion and is de-
signed to detect an occupant and objects on the
seat by weight. It works together with seat belt
sensors described later. For example, if a child is
in the front passenger seat, the advanced air bag
system is designed to turn the passenger air bag
OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if
a child restraint of the type specified in the
regulations is on the seat, its weight and the
child’s weight can be detected and cause the air
bag to turn OFF. The occupant classification
sensor operation can vary depending on the
front passenger seat belt sensors.
The front passenger seat belt sensors are de-
signed to detect if the seat belt is buckled and
the amount of tension on the seat belt, such as
when it is in the automatic locking mode (child
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restraint mode). Based on the weight on the seat
detected by the occupant classification sensor
and the belt tension detected on the seat belt,
the advanced air bag system determines
whether the front passenger air bag should be
automatically turned OFF as required by the
regulations.
Front passenger seat adult occupants who are
properly seated and using the seat belt as
outlined in this manual should not cause the
passenger air bag to be automatically turned
OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF.
However, if the occupant takes his/her weight
off the seat cushion (for example, by not sitting
upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by
otherwise being out of position), this could
cause the sensor to turn the air bag OFF. In
addition, if the occupant improperly uses the
seat belt in the automatic locking mode (child
restraint mode), this could cause the air bag to
be turned OFF. Always be sure to be seated and
wearing the seat belt properly for the most
effective protection by the seat belt and supple-
mental air bag.
NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and chil-
dren be properly restrained in a rear seat.
NISSAN also recommends that appropriate
child restraints and booster seats be properly
installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the
occupant classification sensor and seat beltsensors are designed to operate as described
above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF
for specified child restraints as required by the
regulations. Failing to properly secure child re-
strains and to use the automatic locking mode
(child restraint mode) may allow the restraint to
tip or move in an accident or sudden stop. This
can also result in the passenger air bag inflating
in a crash instead of being OFF. See “Child
restraints” earlier in this section for proper use
and installation.
If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the
passenger air bag is designed not to inflate in a
crash. However, heavy objects placed on the
seat could result in air bag inflation, because of
the object’s weight detected by the occupant
classification sensor. Other conditions could
also result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is
standing on the seat, or if two children are on the
seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual.
Always be sure that you and all vehicle occu-
pants are seated and restrained properly.
Using the passenger air bag status light, you can
monitor when the front passenger air bag is
automatically turned OFF with the seat occu-
pied. The light will not illuminate when the front
passenger seat is unoccupied.
If an adult occupant is in the seat but the
passenger air bag status light is illuminated(indicating that the air bag is OFF), it could be
that the person is a small adult, or is not sitting
on the seat properly or is not using the seat belt
properly.
If a child restraint must be used in the front seat,
the passenger air bag status light may or may not
be illuminated, depending on the size of the child
and the type of child restraint being used. If the
passenger air bag status light is not illuminated
(indicating that the air bag might inflate in a
crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat
belt is not being used properly. In rare cases, the
passenger air bag status light will not illuminate
even though the air bag is OFF.
If such situations happen, properly position and
restrain the occupant or child restraint. Other-
wise reposition the occupant or child restraint in
a rear seat. If you have any questions about
whether your passenger air bag is working as
designed, your NISSAN dealer can confirm that
it is working properly by using a special tool.
The air bag system and passenger air bag status
light will take a few seconds to register a change
in the passenger seat status. For example, if a
large adult who is sitting in the front passenger
seat exits the vehicle, the passenger air bag
status light will change from OFF to ON for a few
seconds and then to OFF. This is normal system
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TONNEAU COVER (if so equipped)The tonneau cover keeps the luggage compart-
ment contents hidden from the outside.
To use the tonneau cover, pull it out
1, hang
both sides on the hooks
2
and open the flap
3.
To use the subcover, pull out
4and hang both
sides on the hooks behind the rear seat head
restraint
5.
To stow the tonneau cover and the subcover,
remove them from the hooks and hold until they
are retracted.
To remove the tonneau cover, stow the cover
and pull the holder to the opposite side
6.
WARNING

Never put anything on the tonneau
cover, no matter how small. Any ob-
ject on it could cause an injury in an
accident or sudden stop.

Close the tonneau and sub covers
when folding the rear seat.

Do not leave the tonneau cover in the
vehicle with it disengaged from theholder.

Properly secure all cargo to help pre-
vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not
place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.

The child restraint top tether strap
may be damaged by contact with the
tonneau cover or items in the cargo
area. Remove the tonneau cover from
the vehicle or secure it and any cargo.
Your child could be seriously injured
or killed in a collision if the top tether
strap is damaged.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING

Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
while it is in motion and before clos-
ing the windows. Use the window
lock switch to prevent unexpected
use of the power windows.

Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls
and become trapped in a window.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the ignition
switch is in the ON position and for about 45
seconds, after the ignition switch is turned to the
ACC or OFF position. If the driver’s door or the
front passenger’s door is opened during this
period of about 45 seconds, power to the
windows is canceled.WINDOWS
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To close the roof, slide the switch to the
side
2.
Sliding position of lid can be chosen according
to sliding amount of switch.
To fully open or close the roof, completely move
the switch to the
1
or
2
side.
Tilting the sunroofTo tilt up, push the
side
3
of the tilt
switch. When the roof is open, it will automati-
cally close and then tilt up. To tilt down the
sunroof, push the
side
4. When the roof
is open, it will automatically close.
Restarting the sunroof sliding switchThe sliding switch will become inoperable after
the battery terminal is disconnected, the electri-
cal supply interrupted and/or some abnormality
detected. Use the following re-set procedure to
return sunroof operation to normal.
1. Keep pushing the tilting switch toward tilt UP.
2. After the lid has tilted up gradually, it will
automatically close all the way, then return to
normal operation.Auto reverse function (When closing
the sunroof)If the control unit detects something caught inthe sunroof as it moves to the front or tilts down,
the sunroof will immediately open backward or
tilt up.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the sunroof is closed by automatic operation
when the ignition switch is in the ON position or
for about 45 seconds after the ignition switch is
turned to the ACC, OFF or LOCK position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the sunroof
occurs.
If the auto reverse function malfunctions and
repeats opening or tilting up the sunroof, keep
pushing toward the close position or keep push-
ing the tilt down switch within 5 seconds after it
happens, then the sunroof will fully close gradu-
ally. In this case, make sure nothing is caught in
the sunroof.
WARNING
There are some small distances imme-
diately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., in-side the vehicle before closing the
sunroof.
Sun shadeOpen or close the sun shade by sliding it
backward or forward.
The shade will open automatically when the
sunroof is opened. However, it must be closed
manually.Comfortable position (
A)
Depending on the driving speed and air recircu-
lating conditions, wind noise may occur when
the sunroof is fully opened. Closing the sunroof
one step toward the front position
A
from full
open will decrease the wind noise.
WARNING

In an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
sunroof. Always use seat belts and
child restraints.

Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-31
Adjusting pedal position .......................................... 3-29
Aiming control, Headlights...................................... 2-25
Air bag system, Front passenger air bag
and status light .......................................................... 1-47
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-53
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-54, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-17
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation .................................. 4-23
Air conditioner service ........................... 4-23, 4-26
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations ............ 4-26, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ......... 4-23
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-26
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-6
All-wheel drive (AWD) ............................................. 5-24
All-wheel drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light ..... 2-14
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light ...................... 2-9
All-wheel drive (AWD), AWD lock switch
operations.................................................................... 5-25
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-30
Antenna ........................................................................ 4-44
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-31
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) waring light ....... 2-10Appearance care
Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-4
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-9
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-28
Audio system .............................................................. 4-27
Autolight system ........................................................ 2-23
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ...................................... 3-31
Automatic sunroof .............................................. 2-38
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-33
Seat positioner .................................................... 3-33
Avoiding collision and rollover .................................. 5-5
B
Back door (See lift gate)......................................... 3-24
Battery .......................................................................... 8-14
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-25
Battery replacement
Intelligent Key system .......................................... 3-8
Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine ...................................... 5-12
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-16
Booster seats ............................................................. 1-34
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................... 5-31
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-21Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-20
Brake system ....................................................... 5-30
Parking brake check .......................................... 8-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-21
Warning light ....................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-23
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-26
Bulbcheck/instrument panel .................................... 2-9
Bulbreplacement ...................................................... 8-27
C
Cabin air filter ............................................................. 4-26
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-44
Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-35
Cargo net .................................................................... 2-35
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-40
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning .............................................. 4-42
Ceiling light ................................................................. 2-40
Cellular phone holder ............................................... 2-31
Charge warning light ................................................ 2-11
Child restraints ........................................................... 1-21
Booster seats ...................................................... 1-34
Installation on rear seat outboard or center
positions ................................................................ 1-23
LATCH system .................................................... 1-28


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Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-21
Top tether strap .................................................. 1-29
Top tether strap anchor point locations ....... 1-30
Child safety ................................................................. 1-12
Child safety rear door lock ........................................ 3-5
Chimes
Audible reminders............................................... 2-16
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-23
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ......................................................... 4-4, 4-9, 4-18
Coin box ...................................................................... 2-31
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-34
Compact Disc (CD) changer (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-41
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-35
Compass display ......................................................... 2-6
Console box................................................................ 2-34
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light .............................................................. 2-14
Control panel buttons (models with navigation
system) ......................................................................... 4-11
Control panel buttons (models without
navigation system) ....................................................... 4-2
Controls
Control panel buttons (display with
navigation system) .............................................. 4-11
Control panel buttons (display without
navigation system) ................................................ 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)............................................................ 4-23
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-5
Cover, Tonneau cover .............................................. 2-36
Cruise control............................................................. 5-21
Cruise main switch indicator light......................... 2-14
Cruise set indicator light ......................................... 2-14
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-32
CVT fluid...................................................................... 8-12
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-13
D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-25
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............................................. 2-22
Dimensions and weights ............................................ 9-9
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
With navigation system............................................ 4-11
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
Without navigation system ........................................ 4-2
Door open warning light .......................................... 2-11
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-16
Drive positioner .......................................................... 3-33
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...................................... 5-24
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-34
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-13
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-6E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-24
Emergency unlock lever........................................... 3-25
Emission control information label ........................ 9-11
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-25
Engine
Before starting the engine................................ 5-12
Break-in schedule............................................... 5-23
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-11
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-5
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-36
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5
Engine oil pressure warning light ................... 2-11
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-8
If your vehicle overheats ................................... 6-11
Starting the engine............................................. 5-12
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive
positioner ..................................................................... 3-33
Event data recorders ................................................ 9-27
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2


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Instrument brightness control ................................ 2-26
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Intelligent Key system
Engine starting .................................................... 3-13
Key operating range........................................... 3-15
Key operation....................................................... 3-12
Mechanical key and valet key .......................... 3-23
Operating the engine......................................... 3-13
Remote keyless operation ................................ 3-20
Trouble-shooting guide ..................................... 3-19
Warning light ....................................................... 2-11
Warning signals .................................................. 3-17
Intelligent key warning light .................................... 2-11
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-29
Interior lights ............................................................... 2-40
ISOFIX child restraint ............................................... 1-28
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-8
K
Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system) .......................................................... 3-20
Without Intelligent Key system (See remote
keyless entry system) ........................................... 3-5
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
Keys, For Intelligent Key system .............................. 3-9L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-53
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Emission control information label ................. 9-11
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ............................ 9-11
Tire and Loading Information label ..... 8-32, 9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-10
LATCH system ........................................................... 1-28
License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-13
Lift gate ........................................................................ 3-24
Light
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-27
Ceiling light .......................................................... 2-40
Fog light switch................................................... 2-27
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-23
Headlights bulb replacement........................... 8-28
Indicator lights ..................................................... 2-14
Interior lights ........................................................ 2-40
Luggage light ....................................................... 2-42
Map light ............................................................... 2-41
Rear personal light ............................................. 2-41
Replacement ........................................................ 8-27
Vanity mirror light ................................................ 2-42
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders................................................................. 2-9
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-22
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-29
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-14
Lock
Door locks ............................................................... 3-3Glove box lock..................................................... 2-33
Lift gate lock ........................................................ 3-24
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3
Low fuel warning light .............................................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ............................. 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ..................... 5-3
Low washer fluid warning light .............................. 2-13
Luggage light ............................................................. 2-42
M
Maintenance
Battery ................................................................... 8-14
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements.................................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-20
Under the hood and vehicle ............................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........................... 2-14
Manual front seat adjustment ................................... 1-3
Map light...................................................................... 2-41
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-31
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-30
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-32
N
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New vehicle break-in ................................................ 5-23
NISSAN advanced air bag system ....................... 1-45
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................... 2-18
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
Engine start .............................................. 5-10, 5-12
O
Odometer ....................................................................... 2-4
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-32
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information................................................................... 9-27
P
Parking
Brake break-in ..................................................... 5-30
Brake check ......................................................... 8-20
Parking brake operation .................................... 5-21
Parking on hills .................................................... 5-29
Pedal position adjustment....................................... 3-29
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-44
Power
Front seat adjustment .......................................... 1-4
Power door lock .................................................... 3-3Power outlet ......................................................... 2-30
Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-12
Power steering system ...................................... 5-30
Power windows................................................... 2-36
P position selecting warning light ......................... 2-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .............................. 1-52
Precautions
Audio operation ................................................... 4-28
Braking precautions ........................................... 5-30
Child restraints .................................................... 1-21
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-21
Driving safety .......................................................... 5-6
Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Seat belt usage ................................................... 1-10
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-39
When starting and driving .................................. 5-2
Push starting .............................................................. 6-10
R
Radio, Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-44
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ............................................................. 9-26
Rear center seat belt................................................ 1-17
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock.......... 3-5
Rear personal light .................................................... 2-41
Rear power point....................................................... 2-30
Rear seat adjustment .................................................. 1-5
Rear view monitor ..................................................... 4-19
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................................................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch .............. 2-21
Recorders, Event data ............................................. 9-27Registering your vehicle in another country ....... 9-10
Remote keyless entry
System, Except Intelligent Key system ............ 3-5
System, For Intelligent Key system ................ 3-20
Reporting safety defects (US only) ...................... 9-25
S
Safety
Child seat belts ................................................... 1-12
Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-25
Towing safety....................................................... 9-20
Safety chain ................................................................ 9-21
Seat adjustment
Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-3
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-4
Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-5
Seat belt(s)
Child safety .......................................................... 1-12
Infants .................................................................... 1-13
Injured persons.................................................... 1-13
Larger children .................................................... 1-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-52
Precautions on seat belt usage ...................... 1-10
Pregnant women ................................................. 1-13
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-17
Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-5
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-20
Seat belt hook ..................................................... 1-17
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-20
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Seat belts ............................................................. 1-10
Shoulder belt height adjustment..................... 1-16
Small children ...................................................... 1-13


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