belt NISSAN X-TRAIL 2006 Owners Manual
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ForewordWelcome to the growing family of new NISSAN
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with
confidence. It was produced using the latest
techniques and strict quality control.
This manual was prepared to help you under-
stand the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of
driving pleasure. Please read through this
manual before operating your vehicle.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
explains details about the warranties cov-
ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service
and Maintenance Guide explains details
about maintaining and servicing your ve-
hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer
Care booklet will explain how to resolve
any concerns you may have with your ve-
hicle.
A NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.
When you require any service or have any
questions, we will be glad to assist you with the
extensive resources available for you.READ FIRST — THENDRIVE
SAFELYBefore driving your vehicle please read
your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will
ensure familiarity with controls and main-
tenance requirements, assisting you in the
safe operation of your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-
TION
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
for you and your passengers!
Never drive under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Always observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for condi-
tions.
Always use your seat belts. Refer to
“Child safety” and “Child restraints”
in the “ Safety — Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” sec-
tion for precautions regarding chil-
dren.
Always provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features
to all occupants of the vehicle.
Always review this Owner’s Manual
for important safety information.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLEThis vehicle should not be modified. Modi-
fication could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate
governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems result-
ing from modification may not be covered
under NISSAN warranties.WHEN READING THE MANUALThis manual includes information for all
options available on this model. There-
fore, you may find some information that
does not apply to your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustrations in
this manual are those in effect at the time of
printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change
specifications or design at any time without
notice.
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Table of
Contents
Illustrated table of contentsSafety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint systemInstruments and controlsPre-driving checks and adjustmentsDisplay screen, heater, air conditioner and audio
systemsStarting and drivingIn case of emergencyAppearance and careMaintenance and do-it-yourselfTechnical and consumer informationIndex
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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint systemSeats ........................................................................................ 1-2
Front manual seat adjustment ..................................... 1-2
Lumbar support (for driver’s seat) .............................. 1-4
Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped for
driver’s seat) ..................................................................... 1-4
Rear seat adjustment ..................................................... 1-6
Head restraint adjustment (for front seats) ............... 1-9
Active head restraint (for front seats) ..................... 1-10
Armrest ........................................................................... 1-10
Seat belts ............................................................................. 1-11
Precautions on seat belt usage ................................ 1-11
Child safety .................................................................... 1-14
Pregnant women .......................................................... 1-15
Injured persons ............................................................. 1-15
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ............... 1-15
Rear center seat belt .................................................. 1-19
Seat belt extenders ...................................................... 1-19
Seat belt maintenance ................................................ 1-19
Child restraints ................................................................... 1-20Precautions on child restraints ................................. 1-20
Child restraint installation on rear seat center or
outboard positions ....................................................... 1-21
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system .......................................................... 1-26
Top tether strap child restraint ................................. 1-28
Child restraint installation on front passenger
seat .................................................................................. 1-29
Booster seats ....................................................................... 1-32
Precautions on booster seats .................................... 1-32
Booster seat installation on rear seat outboard
or center positions ........................................................ 1-35
Booster seat installation on front passenger
seat.................................................................................... 1-36
Supplemental restraint system ....................................... 1-37
Precautions on supplemental restraint system ..... 1-37
Supplemental air bag warning labels ...................... 1-47
Supplemental air bag warning light ......................... 1-47
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WARNING
Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal
injuries.For the most effective protection
when the vehicle is in motion, the
seat should be upright. Always sit
well back in the seat and adjust the
seat belt properly. See “Precautions
on seat belt usage” later in this sec-
tion.
FRONT MANUAL SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation. The seat may
move suddenly and could cause loss
of control of the vehicle.
After adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely
locked.
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Forward and backwardPull the lever up
1
while you slide the seat
forward or backward to the desired position.
Release the lever to lock the seat in position.
RecliningTo recline the seatback, pull the lever up
2and
lean back. To bring the seatback forward again,
pull the lever and move your body forward. The
seatback moves forward.
The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
seatback for occupants of different sizes to help
obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on
seat belt usage” later in this section. The seat-
back may also be reclined to allow occupants to
rest when the vehicle is parked.
Seat lifter (for driver’s seat)Turn the dial and adjust the angle and height of
the seat cushion to the desired position.
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LUMBAR SUPPORT (for driver’s
seat)The lumbar support feature provides lower back
support to the driver.
Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust the
seat lumbar area.
FRONT POWER SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped for
driver’s seat)
WARNING
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.Operating tipsThe seat motor has an auto-reset overload
protection circuit. If the motor stops during
operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate
the switch.
Do not operate the power support seat
for a long period of time when the engine is
off. This will discharge the battery.
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Forward and backwardMoving the switch
1
forward or backward will
slide the seat forward or backward to the de-
sired position.
RecliningMove the recline switch
2
backward 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 to help
obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on
seat belt usage” later in this section. The seat-
back may also be reclined to allow occupants to
rest when the vehicle is parked.
Seat lifterPush the front or rear end of the switch
1up or
down to adjust the angle and height of the seat
cushion.
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REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Folding1. Store the rear cup holder in the center con-
sole.
2. Secure the seat belt on the clip.
3. Remove the head restraints. (The removed
head restraints can be stored on the reclining
lock plate.)
4. Pull the strap forward and bring up the seat
cushion
1.
5. After removing the tonneau cover (if so
equipped) from each rear seatback, pull up
the knoband fold the seatback down
2.6. When resetting the seat, be sure to hold the
seat belt buckles so that they do not fall
between the seatback and the seat cushion
and install the head restraints.
WARNING
Never 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 seri-
ous injury in an accident or suddenstop.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously in-
jured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat
belts. Be sure everyone in your ve-
hicle is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
Do not fold down the rear seats when
occupants are in the rear seat area or
any luggage is on the rear seat.
Head restraints should be adjusted
properly as they may provide signifi-
cant protection against injury in an
accident. Always replace and adjust
them properly if they have been re-
moved for any reason.
If the head restraints are removed for
any reason, they should be securely
stored to prevent them from causing
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injury to passengers or damage to
the vehicle in case of sudden braking
or an accident.
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.
When returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched po-
sition. If they are not completely se-
cured, passengers may be injured in
an accident or sudden stop.
RecliningPull the knob
1
to remove it from the lock plate
and lean back until the desired angle is obtained.
To bring the seatback forward, pull the knob and
move your body forward.
The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
seatback for occupants of different sizes to help
obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on
seat belt usage” later in this section.) The seat-
back may also be reclined to allow occupants to
rest when the vehicle is parked.
WARNING
Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal inju-
ries.
For the most effective protection
when the vehicle is in motion, the
seat should be upright. Always sit
well back in the seat and adjust the
seat belt properly. See “PRECAU-
TIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE” later
in this section.
After adjustment, check to be sure
the seat is securely locked.
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Removing cushion:
The seat cushion can be removed.
1. Pull the strap to bring up the seat cushion.
2. Push down the pin
1
on the hinge.3. Pull the pin to the direction indicated by the
arrow
2.
4. Remove the seat cushion
3.
Perform the above steps in reverse order to
install the cushion.
WARNING
Do not remove the cushion while
driving.
Never allow anyone to ride in the rear
seat when the cushion is removed.
Use of the seat by passengers with-
out proper restraints could result in
serious injury in an accident or sud-
den stop.
CAUTION
Store the removed cushion in the
luggage area or a secure place.
Be sure to install the pin and firmly
set it to the original position when
resetting the cushion.Be careful not to pinch hands or feet
when resetting the cushion.
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