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3. The booster seat should be positioned on
the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If neces-
sary, adjust or remove the head restraint to
obtain the correct booster seat fit. See
“Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this
section. If the head restraint is removed,
store it in a secure place. Be sure to install
the head restraint when the booster seat is
removed. If the seating position does not
have an adjustable head restraint and it is
interfering with the proper booster seat fit,
try another seating position or a different
booster seat.4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low
and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to
follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-
structions for adjusting the belt routing.
5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt
toward the retractor to take up extra slack.
Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned
across the top, middle portion of the child’s
shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat
manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the
belt routing.
6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc-
tions for properly fastening a seat belt
shown in the “Three-point seat belt with
retractor” earlier in this section.
7. If the booster seat is installed in the front
passenger seat, turn the ignition switch to
the ON position, the front passenger air bag
status light
may or may not illuminate,
depending on the size of the child and the
type of booster seat being used. See “Front
passenger air bag and status light” later in
this section.
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2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only
place it in a front facing direction. Always
follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-
structions.3. The booster seat should be positioned on
the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If neces-
sary, adjust or remove the head restraint to
obtain the correct booster seat fit. See
“Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this
section. If the head restraint is removed,
store it in a secure place. Be sure to install
the head restraint when the booster seat is
removed. If the seating position does not
have an adjustable head restraint and it is
interfering with the proper booster seat fit,
try another seating position or a different
booster seat.
4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low
and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to
follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-
structions for adjusting the belt routing.
5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt
toward the retractor to take up extra slack.
Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned
across the top, middle portion of the child’s
shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat
manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the
belt routing.
6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc-
tions for properly fastening a seat belt
shown in the “Three-point seat belt with
retractor” earlier in this section.
PRECAUTIONS ON
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM
This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec-
tion contains important information concerning
the following systems:
cDriver and passenger supplemental front-
impact air bag (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag
System)
cFront seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bag
cRoof-mounted curtain side-impact and roll-
over supplemental air bag
cSeat belt with pretensioner
Supplemental front-impact air bag system:
The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System can help
cushion the impact force to the head and chest of
the driver and front passenger in certain frontal
collisions.
Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bag system (if so equipped):This
system can help cushion the impact force to the
chest area of the driver and front passenger in
certain side impact collisions. The side air bags
are designed to inflate on the side where the
vehicle is impacted.
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To turn on the cargo lamp, push the switch down
to the ON position.
CAUTION
Be sure to turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle for
extended periods of time, otherwise the
battery will go dead.The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters (if
so equipped) .
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as
desired, depending on the temperature. The
indicator light in the switch will illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
CAUTION
cDo not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
cDo not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
cDo not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
cAny liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
cWhen cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
cIf any abnormalities are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked
by your NISSAN dealer.
cThe battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
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UNDER-SEAT STORAGE BINS
WARNING
cProperly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause personal
injury.
cThe cargo restrained in the under-seat
storage bins must not exceed the
weight limits listed below or the bins
may not stay secured. In a sudden stop
or collision, the unsecured bins could
cause personal inury.
King cab model: 16 lb (7.25 kg)
Crew cab model
Driver’s side: 16 lb (7.25 kg)
Passenger’s side: 25 lb (11.33 kg)
cIf the under-seat storage bins are re-
moved for any reason, they should be
securely stored to prevent them from
causing injury to passengers or damage
to the vehicle in case of sudden braking
or an accident.cDo not place sharp objects in the under-
seat storage bins. Such objects may
become dangerous projectiles and
cause injury when the vehicle is moving
or if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
To access the under-seat storage bins:
For King cab model, lift up the jump seat. Refer to
“Jump seat” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section earlier in
this manual.
For Crew cab model, lift up the rear bench seat.
Refer to “Folding the rear bench seat” in the
“Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental re-
straint system” section earlier in this manual.
To remove the under-seat storage bins:
1. Remove the storage net.
2. Remove the tray by lifting it out of the stor-
age bin (King cab model) .
3. Turn the knobs to the UNLOCK position
s2.
To install the under-seat storage bins:
1. Position the under-seat storage bin so the
holes line up with the holes in the floorboard.
2. Insert the knobs and turn them to the LOCK
position
s1.
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TAILGATE
Opening the tailgate
Pull the tailgate handle upward and lower the
tailgate. The support cables hold the tailgate
open.
When closing the tailgate, make sure the latches
are securely locked.
Do not drive the vehicle with the tailgate
down, unless equipped with NISSAN’s Bed
Extender (accessory) or equivalent in the
extended position.For proper truck box loading see “Vehicle loading
information” in the “Technical and consumer in-
formation” section of this manual.
WARNING
cIt is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside a vehicle. In a colli-
sion, people riding in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
cDo not allow people to ride in any area
of your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
cBe sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Removing the tailgate
1. Release the tailgate support cables.
CAUTION
cThe tailgate is heavy. Two people
should remove or install it. Be careful
not to drop it during removal.
cAfter releasing the support cables, do
not let the tailgate rest on the bumper.
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The first aid kit is located in the under-seat stor-
age bins.
To access the first aid kit:
For King cab model, lift up the rear jump seat and
remove net to remove the first aid kit. Refer to
“Jump Seats” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts
and supplemental restraint system” section ear-
lier in the manual.For Crew cab model, lift up the rear bench seat
and remove the net to remove the first aid kit.
Refer to “Folding the rear bench seat” in the
“Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system” section earlier in the manual.
King cab model
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WARNING
cMake sure the parking brake is securely
applied and the manual transmission is
shifted into R (Reverse) , or the auto-
matic transmission into P (Park) .
cNever change tires when the vehicle is
on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is
hazardous.
cNever change tires if oncoming traffic is
close to your vehicle. Wait for profes-
sional road assistance.
Blocking wheels
Place suitable blockss1at both the front and
back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire
s2to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is
jacked up.
WARNING
Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury.
Getting the spare tire and tools
For King Cab models:
The tool storage compartment is located be-
tween the two rear jump seats.
cTurn the knob from the lock to the unlock
position and remove the lid from the tool
storage compartment.
cRemove the jack and jacking tools.
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For Crew Cab models:
The tools and tool case are located behind the
rear bench seat.
cFold the rear bench seat down. Refer to
“Folding the rear bench seat” in the “Safety-
–Seats, seat belts and supplemental re-
straint system” section earlier in this manual.
cRemove the jack
s1and jacking toolss2.All models:
1. Fit the square end of the jack rod into the
square hole of the wheel nut wrench to form
a handle.
2. Find the oval-shaped opening under the
middle of the tailgate. Pass the T-shaped
end of the jack rod through the opening and
direct it toward the spare tire winch, located
directly above the spare tire.
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