2016 NISSAN QASHQAI child restraint

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system
(where fitted)
This system can help cushion the impact force to
the head of the driver and passengers in front and
rear outer seating positions in certain side-impact
collisions. The roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag is designed to inflate on the
side where the vehicle is impacted.
The SRS is designed tosupplementthe crash pro-
tection provided by the driver and front passenger
seat belts and isnot designed to substitutethem.
Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the
driver and front passenger seated a suitable dis-
tance away from the steering wheel, instrument
panel and front door finishers. For additional infor-
mation, see “Seat belts” earlier in this section.
After placing the ignition switch in the ON or
START position, the air bag warning light will illu-
minate. The air bag warning light will turn off
after approximately 7 seconds if the system is
operational. See “Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” sectionfor further details.
The air bag will operate only when the ignition
switch is in the ON or START position.Driver and front passenger air bags:
WARNING
•The supplemental front-impact air bags ordi-
narily will not inflate in the event of a side
impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower sever-
ity frontal collision. Always wear the seat belts
to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in
accidents.
•The seat belts and the supplemental front-im-
pact air bags are most effective when you are
sitting well back and upright in the seat. The
front-impact air bags inflate with great force.
If you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sit-
ting sideways, or out of position in any way,
you are at greater risk of injury or death in an
accident. You may also receive serious or fa-
tal injuries from the supplemental front-im-
pact air bag if you are up against it when itinflates. Always sit back against the seatback
and as far away as practical from the steering
wheel. Always use the seat belts.
WARNING
•Never install a child restraint system in the
front seat. An inflating supplemental front-im-
pact air bag could seriously injure or kill your
child (see “Air bag warning labels” later in this
section).
•Children may be severely injured or killed
when the air bags inflate if they are not prop-
erly restrained see “Child restraints” earlier in
this section.
•Never let children ride unrestrained or extend
their hands or face out of the window. Do not
attempt to hold them in your lap or arms.
NPA926ZCorrect (rear) seating positions
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Side and curtain air bags (where fitted):
WARNING
•The front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain
side-impact supplemental air bags ordinarily
will not inflate in the event of a front impact,
rear impact, rollover, or lower severity side
collision. Always wear the seat belts to help
reduce the risk or severity of injury in acci-
dents.
•The seat belts, the front seat-mounted side-
impact supplemental air bags and roof-
mounted curtain side-impact supplemental
air bags are most effective when you are sit-
ting well back and upright in the seat. The
front seat-mounted side-impact supplemen-
tal air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-im-
pact supplemental air bags inflate with great
force. If you and your passengers are unre-
strained, leaning forward, sitting sideways, or
out of position in any way, you and your pas-
sengers are at greater risk of injury or death in
an accident.
•Do not allow anyone to place their hands, legs,
or face near the front seat-mounted side-im-
pact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted
curtain side-impact supplemental air bags on
the sides of the seatback of the front seats or
near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone
sitting in the front seats or rear outer seats to
extend their hands out of the windows or lean
against the doors.
•When sitting in the rear seats, do not hold
onto the seatback of the front seats. If the
front seat-mounted side impact supplemental
air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-im-
pact supplemental air bags inflate, you may
be seriously injured. Be especially careful with
children, who should always be properly re-
strained.
•Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks.
They may interfere with the front seat-
mounted side-impact supplemental air bag in-
flations.
NOTE
For an overview see “Seat belts and supplemen-
tal restraint system” in the “0. Illustrated table of
contents” section.
Pre-tensioner seat belt system
The pre-tensioner seat belt system may activate with
the supplemental air bag system in certain types of
collisions.
Working with the seat belt retractor and anchor, it
helps tighten the seat belt the instant the vehicle
becomes involved in certain types of collisions, help-
ing to restrain front seat occupants. See “Pre-ten-
sioner seat belt system” earlier in this section.
Air bag warning labels
j
1SRS air bag warning label:The warning label
is located on the surface of the front pas-
senger sun visor.
j2SRS front passenger air bag warning label:
The warning label is located on the outer side
of the instrument panel (passenger side).
j3SRS side air bag warning label:The warning
label is located on the side of the passenger
side centre pillar. Tags are also sewn into the
front seat covers.
SRS front-impact passenger air bag:
The warning label
j1 is located on the sun visor.
“NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on
a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of
it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can
occur.”
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The BACK SEAT is the SAFEST place for children
aged 12 and under. Always use seat belts and
child restraints. For maximum safety protection
in all types of crashes, you must always wear
your safety belt. Do not sit or lean unnecessarily
close to the airbag. Do not place any objects over
the airbag or between the airbag and yourself. If
the airbag warning light stays on or is flashing
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion, go to a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop. Airbags can only be removed or disposed
of by a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Be sure to read the “AIRBAG LABEL” description
at the end of this manual.
In vehicles equipped with a front-impact passenger
air bag system, use a rear-facing child restraint sys-
tem only on the rear seats.
When installing a child restraint system in your ve-
hicle, always follow the child restraint system manu-
facturer’s instructions for installation. For informa-
tion, see “Child restraints” earlier in this section.SRS air bag warning light
The SRS air bag warning light, displayingin
the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the
supplemental front-impact air bag, front seat-
mounted side-impact supplemental air bag (where
fitted), supplemental curtain side-impact air bags
(where fitted), and pre-tensioner seat belt systems.
The circuits monitored by the SRS air bag warning
light are the diagnosis sensor unit, crash zone sen-
sor, satellite sensors, front impact air bag modules,
front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air
bag modules (where fitted), roof-mounted curtain
side-impact supplemental air bag modules (where
fitted), pre-tensioner seat belt systems, and all re-
lated wiring.
After placing the ignition switch in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates. The air bag warning light will
turn off after approximately 7 seconds if the sys-
tem is operational.Have the air bag systems and/or pre-tensioner seat
belt systems serviced at the nearest NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop if any of the following condi-
tions occur:
•The SRS air bag warning light remains on after
approximately 7 seconds.
•The SRS air bag warning light flashes intermit-
tently.
•The SRS air bag warning light does not illumi-
nate at all.
Under these conditions, the air bag systems and/or
pre-tensioner seat belt systems may not operate
properly. They must be checked and repaired. Con-
tact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop imme-
diately.
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•Work around and on the supplemental air bag
systems should be done by a NISSAN dealer
or qualified workshop. The SRS wiring should
not be modified or disconnected. Unautho-
rised electrical test equipment and probing
devices should not be used on the supple-
mental air bag systems.
•The SRS wiring harness connectors are yel-
low and/or orange for easy identification.
•Never install a rear-facing child restraint sys-
tem on the front passenger seat without first
deactivating the passenger air bag with the
front passenger air bag switch (where fitted),
see “Front passenger air bag switch (where
fitted)” later in this section. In a frontal colli-
sion, supplemental front-impact air bags in-
flate with great force. An inflating supplemen-
tal front-impact air bag could seriously injure
or kill your child.
When the air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be
heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke
is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. However,
care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause
irritation and choking. Occupants with a history of
breathing difficulties, such as asthma, should get
fresh air promptly.
Supplemental air bags, along with the use of seat
belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest
of the front occupants. Curtain air bags help to cush-
ion the impact force to the head of occupants in the
front and rear outer seating positions. They can help
save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, aninflating side air bag and curtain air bag may cause
abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental side air
bags and curtain air bags do not provide restraint to
the lower body.
Supplemental front-impact air bag
system
The driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag is
located at the centre of the steering wheel. The pas-
senger’s supplemental front-impact air bag is lo-
cated at the instrument panel above the glove box.
The supplemental front-impact air bag system is de-
signed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions,
although it may inflate if the forces in another type of
collision are similar to those of a higher severity fron-
tal impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal colli-
sions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
indication of proper supplemental front-impact air
bag system operation.
WARNING
Never install a rear-facing child restraint system
on the front passenger seat without first deacti-
vating the passenger air bag with the front pas-
senger air bag switch (where fitted), see “Front
passenger air bag switch (where fitted)” later in
this section. In a frontal collision, supplemental
front-impact air bags inflate with great force. An
inflating supplemental front-impact air bag could
seriously injure or kill your child.For models with front passenger air bag switch:
The front passenger air bag is designed to be turned
off using the front passenger air bag switch, only if
absolutely necessary.
Front passenger air bag status light (where fit-
ted):
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WARNING
•Since your vehicle is equipped with a front
passenger air bag, it is not permitted to install
a rearward facing child restraint on the front
passenger seat unless the front passenger air
bag has been deactivated first.
•Do not fit a rearward facing child seat on the
front passenger seat if the air bag activation/
deactivation system (where fitted) is malfunc-
tioning. Your vehicle must immediately be
taken to a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop in such a situation.
The front passenger air bag status lights
andare located on the instrument panel above the
shift lever.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion, the front passenger air bag status ON and
OFF lights illuminate and then turn off or remain on
depending on the front passenger air bag status.
•When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position and the front passenger air bag is ac-
tive, both the front passenger air bag status OFF
light
, and the Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tem (SRS) air bag warning lightin the com-
bination meterj1 will turn off after about 7 sec-
onds.
The front passenger air bag status ON light
will illuminate and then turn off after a period of
time when the front passenger air bag switch is
in the ON position.
•When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position and the front passenger air bag is inac-
tive, both the front passenger air bag status ON
light
, and the Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tem (SRS) air bag warning lightin the com-
bination meterj1 will turn on after about 7 sec-
onds.
The front passenger air bag status OFF light
will illuminate and remain on as long as the
front passenger air bag switch is in the OFF
position.
If the front passenger air bag status light operates in
a way other than described above, the front passen-
ger air bag may not function properly. Have the sys-
tem checked, and if necessary repaired, by a
NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop promptly.
Front passenger air bag switch (where fitted):
The front passenger air bag can be turned off with
the front passenger air bag switch
jA located inside
the glove box.
jAAir bag switch (where fitted)
jBLeft Hand Drive models
jCRight Hand Drive models
To turn off the front passenger air bag:
1. Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
2. Open the glove box and insert the key into the
front passenger air bag switch. For Intelligent
Key equipped models, see “Keys” in the “3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section for me-
chanical key usage.
3. Push and turn the key to the OFF position.
4. Place the ignition switch in the ON position. The
front passenger air bag status OFF light
will illuminate and remain on.
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ROOF RAIL (where fitted)
Luggage can be carried on the roof by securing
crossbars to the roof rail. Follow all crossbar manu-
facturers instructions for installing and use of the
crossbars. The roof rail is designed to carry loads
(luggage plus crossbars) below 75 kg (165 lb).
Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle.
PARCEL SHELF
WARNING
•Never put anything on the parcel shelf, no
matter how small. Any object on it could cause
an injury in case of an accident or if the brakes
are applied suddenly.
•Do not leave the parcel shelf in position when
it is disengaged from the grooves.
•Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. 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 parcel shelf or
items in the luggage compartment area. Re-
move the parcel shelf from the vehicle or store
it in its storage space. Also, secure any lose
items in the luggage compartment. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed in a colli-
sion if the top tether strap is damaged.
Removal
1. Open the back door (see “Back door lock” in the
“2. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion).
2. Detach both of the ropes (left and right)
j1 from
the inside of the back door.
3. Detach the parcel shelf by simply pulling it rear-
wards through the back door opening.
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WARNING
•Do not leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in your vehicle. Pets should also not be left
alone. They could accidentally injure them-
selves or others through inadvertent opera-
tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly
become high enough to cause severe or pos-
sibly fatal injuries to people or animals.
•To prevent luggage or packages from sliding
forward during braking, do not stack anything
in the cargo area higher than the seatbacks.
•Secure all cargo with ropes or straps to pre-
vent it from sliding or shifting.
•Failure to follow proper seating instructions
see “Seats” in the “1. Safety — Seats, Seat
belts and Supplemental Restraint System”
section, could result in serious personal injury
in an accident or sudden stop.
EXHAUST GAS (Carbon Monoxide)
WARNING
•Do not breathe exhaust gases; they contain
colourless and odourless carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas and can
cause unconsciousness or death.
•If you suspect that exhaust fumes are enter-
ing the vehicle, drive with all windows fully
open and have the vehicle inspected immedi-
ately.
•Do not run the engine in closed spaces, such
as a garage, for any longer than is absolutely
necessary.
•Do not park the vehicle with the engine run-
ning for any extended length of time.
•Keep the back door closed while driving, oth-
erwise exhaust gases could be drawn into the
passenger compartment. If you must drive in
this way for some reason, take the following
steps:
1) Open all the windows.
2) Set the air recirculation mode (
)tothe
“OFF” position.
3) Set the fan speed control to the maximum
position to circulate the air.
•If electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass to a trailer through the seal of the
body, follow the manufacturer’s recommen-
dations to prevent carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle.
•When a vehicle has been stopped in an open
area with its engine running for any significant
length of time, turn the fan on to force outside
air into the vehicle.
•The exhaust system and body should be in-
spected by a NISSAN dealer or qualified work-
shop whenever:
– the vehicle is raised for service.
– you suspect that exhaust fumes are enter-
ing into the passenger compartment.
– you notice a change in the sound of the
exhaust system.
– you have had an accident involving dam-
age to the exhaust system, underbody, or
rear of the vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
Starting and driving5-3

– Checking brake pedal ................................................... 8-13
– Checking parking brake ................................................. 8-13
– Parking brake ................................................................ 3-16
– Trailer brakes ................................................................ 5-55
C
Cable slots .......................................................................... 2-43
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ......................... 9-2
– Fuel information ............................................................... 9-4
Car phone or CB radio ........................................................ 4-45
Care when driving ............................................................... 5-10
Cargo compartment
– Cargo floor .................................................................... 2-47
CENTRE mark on rear centre seat ...................................... 1-12
Changing
– Changing engine coolant ................................................. 8-6
– Changing engine oil ......................................................... 8-9
– Changing engine oil filter ............................................... 8-10
– Changing tyres and wheels ........................................... 8-35
Chassis control ................................................................... 5-62
Checking
– Checking brake pedal ................................................... 8-13
– Checking engine coolant level ......................................... 8-6
– Checking engine oil level ................................................. 8-8
– Checking parking brake ................................................. 8-13
Child restraint anchorage .................................................... 1-22
Child restraint and ISOFIX information ................................. 1-16
Child restraint installation using 3-point type seat belt .......... 1-25
Child restraint installation using ISOFIX ............................... 1-23
Child restraint systems (CRS)
– ISOFIX .......................................................................... 1-17
– Recommended .............................................................. 1-17
– Suitable ......................................................................... 1-17
Child restraints .................................................................... 1-15Child safety .................................................................. 1-14, 1-9
Cleaning
– Alloy wheels .................................................................... 7-3
– Chrome parts .................................................................. 7-3
– Exterior ............................................................................ 7-2
– Glass ....................................................................... 7-3, 7-5
– Interior ............................................................................ 7-4
– Plastic parts .................................................................... 7-5
– Rear-view camera lens .................................................... 7-3
– Removing spots ............................................................... 7-2
– Underbody ...................................................................... 7-3
Clutch fluid .......................................................................... 8-14
Coat hooks ......................................................................... 2-44
Cold weather driving ........................................................... 5-66
Console box ........................................................................ 2-43
Continuously variable transmission
– Continuously variable transmission fluid ......................... 8-13
– Driving with continuously variable transmission ............. 5-18
Coolant
– Changing engine coolant ................................................. 8-6
– Checking engine coolant level ......................................... 8-6
– Engine coolant ............................................................... 5-66
– Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................... 2-3
– Engine cooling system ..................................................... 8-6
Corrosion protection .................................................... 5-67, 7-5
– Environmental factors ...................................................... 7-5
Cruise control ..................................................................... 5-36
Cruise control system operations ......................................... 5-37
CVT
– Driving with XTRONIC transmission .............................. 5-18
D
Defogger switch
– Outside mirror defogger ................................................ 2-35
– Rear window defogger .................................................. 2-35
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