NISSAN ALTIMA 2008 L32A / 4.G Owner's Manual

CAUTION
cDo not operate the power recline switch
when the seatback has been manually
released using the upper seatback re-
lease lever
s1. Doing so can damage
the seat.
cDo not pull on the upper seatback re-
lease lever or the trim to return the
seatback to a normal seating position.
Doing so may damage the seat.
Forward and backward
Moving the switchs2forward or backward will
slide the seat forward or backward to the desired
position.
Reclining
Move the recline switchs3backward until the
desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback
forward again, move the switch forward and
move your body forward. The seatback will move
forward.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 re-
clined to allow occupants to rest when the ve-
hicle is stopped and the transmission is in P
(Park) .
Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s
seat)
Pull the levers1up or push down to adjust the
angle and height of the seat cushion.
Lumbar support (if so equipped for
driver’s seat)
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The lumbar support feature provides lower back
support to the driver. Move the lever up
s1or
down to adjust the seat lumbar area.Entry to the rear seat from outside of
the vehicle on the front passenger side
(Coupe)
Pull the seat recliner levers1to the uppermost
position folding the seat back forward
s2, releas-
ing the seat track.
Slide the entire forward for access to the rear
seat.
To return the seat to a locked position:
Push the upper seat back rearward until the seat
back and track are locked.Operating tips:
cThe seat back and track will not lock until the
seat back is returned rearward.
cThe seat track will not lock until it reaches
the first position memory point.
cThe seat back will return to the first locking
notch when using the seat recliner lever.
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Entry to the rear seat from outside of
the vehicle on the passenger side
using the upper seatback release lever
(Coupe)
The use of the upper seatback release lever
convenience lever
s1, on the inboard side of the
passenger seat, allows for the driver to:
callow passenger entry to the rear seat from
outside of the vehicle.
caccess items located behind the front pas-
senger seat.Pull the upper seatback release lever
s1to the
uppermost position, folding the seat back for-
ward
s2, releasing the seat track.
Slide the entire seat forward for access to the
rear seat.
To return the seat to a locked position:
Push the upper seat back rearward until the seat
back and track are locked.
Operating tips:
cThe seat back and track will not lock until the
seat back is returned rearward.
cThe seat track will not lock until it reaches
the first position memory point.
cThe seat back will return to an upright seat-
ing position if the upper seatback release
lever is pulled to the uppermost position.
Exiting from the rear seat on the front
passenger side, using the lower seat
back release lever (coupe)
Press on the lower seat back release levers1
until it reaches the lowermost position. Fold the
seat back forward
s2, releasing the seat track.
Slide the entire seat forward for access from the
rear seat.
To return the seat to a locked position:
Push the upper seat back rearward until the seat
back and track are locked.
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Operating tips:
cThe seat back and track will not lock until the
seat back is returned rearward.
cThe seat track will not lock until it reaches
the first position memory point.
cThe seat back will return to an upright seat-
ing position if the lower seat back release
lever is pushed to the uppermost position.
Exiting from the rear seat on the front
passenger side, using the upper
seatback release lever (coupe)
Pull the upper seatback release levers1to the
uppermost position, folding the seat back for-
ward
s2, releasing the seat track.
Slide the entire seat forward to exit from the rear
seat.
To return the seat to a locked position:
Push the upper seat back rearward until the seat
back and track are locked.Operating tips:
cThe seat back and track will not lock until the
seat back is returned rearward.
cThe seat track will not lock until it reaches
the first position memory point.
cThe seat back will return to an upright seat-
ing position if the upper seatback release
lever is pulled to the uppermost position.
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FOLDING REAR SEAT
Interior trunk access
The trunk can be accessed from the passenger
side of the rear seat for loading and unloading, as
shown.
s1Open access cover on rear parcel shelf.
s2Push down on the button on the rear parcel
shelf.
s3Fold down the passenger side seatback.
WARNING
cNever allow anyone to ride in the cargo
area or on the rear seat when it is in the
fold-down position. Use of these areas
by passengers without proper restraints
could result in serious injury in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.
cProperly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col-
lision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
cWhen returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched posi-
tion. If they are not completely secured,
passengers may be injured in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.cClosely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously in-
jured. Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children’s
access to car keys.
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To fold down the driver’s side of the rear seat,
reach through the opening and pull on the strap
s1located behind the seat.
The rear seats can be locked using the mechani-
cal key to prevent unauthorized access. For more
information on keys, refer to “Keys” in the “Pre-
driving checks and adjustments” section of this
manual.
HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT
To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower,
push and hold the lock knob and push the head
restraint down.
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.Adjust the head restraint so the center is level
with the center of your ears.
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FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD
RESTRAINTS
WARNING
cAlways adjust the head restraints prop-
erly as specified in this section. Failure
to do so can reduce the effectiveness of
the Active Head Restraint.
cActive Head Restraints are designed to
supplement other safety systems. Al-
ways wear seat belts. No system can
prevent all injuries in any accident.cDo not attach anything to the head re-
straint stalks. Doing so could impair
Active Head Restraint function.
The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz-
ing the force that the seatback receives from the
occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement
of the head restraint helps support the occu-
pant’s head by reducing its backward movement
and helping absorb some of the forces that may
lead to whiplash type injuries.
Active Head Restraints are effective for collisions
at low to medium speeds in which it is said that
whiplash injury occurs most.
Active Head Restraints operate only in certain
rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head
restraints return to their original positions.
Properly adjust the Active Head Restraints as
described earlier in this section.
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PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-
justed and you are sitting upright and well back in
your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances
of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the
severity of injury may be greatly reduced.
NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your
passengers to buckle up every time you drive,
even if your seating position includes a supple-
mental 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.
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WARNING
cEvery person who drives or rides in this
vehicle should use a seat belt at all
times. Children should be properly re-
strained in the rear seat and, if appro-
priate, in a child restraint.
WARNING
cThe seat belt should be properly ad-
justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may
reduce the effectiveness of the entire
restraint system and increase the
chance or severity of injury in an acci-
dent. Serious injury or death can occur
if the seat belt is not worn properly.
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WARNING
cAlways route the shoulder belt over
your shoulder and across your chest.
Never run the belt behind your back,
under your arm or across your neck. The
belt should be away from your face and
neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
cPosition the lap belt as low and snug as
possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE
WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could
increase the risk of internal injuries in
an accident.cBe sure the seat belt tongue is securely
fastened to the proper buckle.
cDo not wear the seat belt inside out or
twisted. Doing so may reduce its
effectiveness.
cDo not allow more than one person to
use the same seat belt.
cNever carry more people in the vehicle
than there are seat belts.
cIf the seat belt warning light glows con-
tinuously while the ignition is turned
ON with all doors closed and all seat
belts fastened, it may indicate a mal-
function in the system. Have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
cOnce the pretensioner seat belt has ac-
tivated, it cannot be reused and must be
replaced together with the retractor.
See your NISSAN dealer.
cRemoval and installation of the preten-
sioner seat belt system components
should be done by a NISSAN dealer.cAll seat belt assemblies, including re-
tractors and attaching hardware,
should be inspected after any collision
by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recom-
mends that all seat belt assemblies in
use during a collision be replaced un-
less the collision was minor and the
belts show no damage and continue to
operate properly. Seat belt assemblies
not in use during a collision should also
be inspected and replaced if either
damage or improper operation is noted.
cAll child restraints and attaching hard-
ware should be inspected after any col-
lision. Always follow the restraint
manufacturer’s inspection instructions
and replacement recommendations.
The child restraints should be replaced
if they are damaged.
CHILD SAFETY
Children need adults to help protect them.
They need to be properly restrained.
In addition to the general information in this
manual, child safety information is available from
many other sources, including doctors, teachers,
government traffic safety offices, and community
organizations. Every child is different, so be sure
to learn the best way to transport your child.
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