remove seats INFINITI QX30 2017 Owner's Manual

1 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system
Seats............................. .1-2
Front seats .........................1-3
Seat heater (if equipped) .................1-5
Rear seats ..........................1-5
Armrest (if equipped) .................. .1-7
Head restraints/Headrests ..................1-7
Adjustable head restraint components ........1-8
Remove .......................... .1-8
Install ........................... .1-9
Adjust ........................... .1-9
Rear seat head restraints/headrests .........1-10
Seat belts .......................... .1-11
Precautions on seat belt usage ............1-11
Pregnant women .................... .1-13
Injured persons ..................... .1-13
Seat belt warning light .................1-14
Three-point type seat belt with retractor .......1-14
Seat belt extenders .................. .1-17
Seat belt maintenance ..................1-17
Child safety ..........................1-18
Infants .......................... .1-18Small children
..................... .1-19
Larger children ..................... .1-19
Child restraints ....................... .1-20
Precautions on child restraints ............1-20
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH .......................... .1-23
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
the seat belts ...................... .1-25
Forward-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH .......................... .1-28
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts .................. .1-31
Booster seats ...................... .1-35
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..........1-38
Precautions on Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) ........................... .1-38
Supplemental air bag systems .............1-45
Supplemental air bag warning labels ........
.1-55
Supplemental air

bag warning light ..........1-55
Repair and replacement procedure ..........1-56

Lumbar support:
The lumbar support feature provides lower back
support to the driver.
Push each side of the adjusting switch to adjust
the seat lumbar area until the desired position
is achieved.
1To raise the seatback contour
2To soften the seatback contour
3To lower the seatback contour
4To harden the seatback contour
SEAT HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
The seats can be warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the center console
(for front seats) and can be operated indepen-
dently of each other. For more information on
the seat heater, seeSeat heating (if
equipped) in the2. Instruments and controls
section.
REAR SEATS
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 pas-
sengers without proper restraints could re-
sult in serious injury or deathin an accident
or sudden stop.
•Properly 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 collision, unsecured cargo
could cause personal injury.
•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
vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
•Do not allow more than one person to use
the same seat belt.
•Do not fold down the rear seats when occu-
pants are in the rear seat area or any lug-
gage is on the rear seats. – Make sure that the seat path is clear
before moving the seat.
– Be careful not to allow hands or feet to
get caught or pinched in the seat.
•Head restraints/headrests should be ad-
justed properly as they may provide signifi-
cant protection against injury in an acci-
dent. Always replace and adjust them
properly if they have been removed for any
reason.
•If the head restraints/headrests are re-
moved for any reason, they should be se-
curely stored to prevent them from causing
injury to passengers or damage to the ve-
hicle in case of sudden braking or an acci-
dent.
•When returning the seatbacks to the up-
right position, be certain they are com-
pletely secured in the latched position. If
they are not completely secured, passen-
gers may be injured in an accident or sud-
den stop.
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Folding
The luggage compartment loading capacity can
be increased by folding the rear seat backs
forward.
To fold the seat back
:
1. Ensure head restraints are properly stowed,see Head restraints/Headrests later in this
section.
2. Release the seat back lock by pulling the release handle.
3. Fold the seat back forward . 4. Insert the seat belt into the seat belt holder.
To return the seat back to an upright position
:
1. Make sure the seat belts are clear of the seat
back latch mechanism.
2. Lift the seat back up and push firmly to lock.
3. If the red marker is visible then the seat back has not latched properly — release and then
re-latch the seat.
4. If the head restraint/headrest was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the head
restraint/headrest before an occupant uses
the seating position. See Head
restraints/Headrests later in this section.
WARNING
Always use the seat belt holder, and ensure
that the seat belt is not trapped in the seat
back latch mechanism. Failure to do so may
cause damage to the seat belt, and this may
increase the risk of serious injury or death in a
collision.
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ARMREST (IF EQUIPPED)
Rear
Pull the tab and draw the armrest1forward
until it is horizontal.
Indicates that the seating position is
equipped with a head restraint.
Indicates that the seating position is
equipped with a non-removable head rest.
WARNING
Head restraints/headrests supplement the
other vehicle safety systems. They may pro-
vide additional protection against injury in cer-
tain rear end collisions. Adjustable head
restraints/headrests must be adjusted prop-
erly, as specified in this section. Check the
adjustment after someone else uses the seat.
Do not attach anything to the head restraint/
headrest stalks or remove the head restraint/
headrest. Do not use the seat if the head
restraint/headrest has been removed. If the
head restraint/headrest was removed, rein- stall and properly adjust the head restraint/
headrest before an occupant uses the seating
position. Failure to follow these instructions
can reduce the effectiveness of the head
restraints/headrests. This may increase the
risk of serious injury or death in a collision.
•Your vehicle is equipped with head
restraints/headrests that may be integrated,
adjustable or non-adjustable.
•Adjustable head restraints/headrests have
multiple notches along the stalk to lock them
in a desired adjustment position.
•The non-adjustable head restraints/
headrests have a single locking notch to
secure them to the seat frame.
•Proper Adjustment:
– For the adjustable type, align the head restraint/headrest so the center of your
ear is approximately level with the center
of the head restraint/headrest.
– If your ear position is still higher than the recommended alignment, place the head
restraint/headrest at the highest
position.
NIC2611NPA1500
HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS
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•If the head restraint/headrest has been re-
moved, ensure that it is reinstalled and
locked in place before riding in that desig-
nated seating position.
NOTE
For vehicles with sports seats you cannot adjust
the front head restraints/headrests or the outer
rear head restraints/headrests.
ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT
COMPONENTS
1. Removable head restraint/headrest
2. Multiple notches
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
REMOVE
Use the following procedure to remove the head
restraint/headrest.
1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position.
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
3. Remove the head restraint/headrest from the seat.
4. Store the head restraint/headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the
vehicle.
5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses
the seating position.
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Removing and fitting the rear seat
head restraints/headrests
The rear head restraints/headrests on the outer
seats can be removed and refitted. For vehicles
with sports seats the rear head restraints/
headrests cannot be removed and refitted.
Fold the seatback slightly forward in order to
remove the head restraint/headrest.
•To remove: pull the head restraint/headrest
up to the stop.
Press release catch
1and pull the head
restraint/headrest out of the guides.
•To refit: insert the head restraint/headrest so
that the notches on the bar are on the left
when viewed in the direction of travel.
Push the head restraint/headrest down until
you hear it engage in position.
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly
adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well
back in your seat, your chances of being injured
or killed in an accident and/or the severity of
injury may be greatly reduced. INFINITI strongly
encourages you and all of your passengers to
buckle up every time you drive, even if your
seating position includes a supplemental air
bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or ter-
ritories specify that seat belts be worn at all
times when a vehicle is being driven.
SEAT BELTS
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Top tether anchor
WARNING
•Child restraint anchorages are designed to
withstand only those loads imposed by cor-
rectly fitted child restraints. Under no cir-
cumstances are they to be used to attach
adult seat belts, or other items or equip-
ment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage
the child restraint anchorages. The child re-
straint will not be properly installed using
the damaged anchorage, and a child could
be seriously injured or killed in a collision.
•If the cargo cover (if so equipped) contacts
the top tether strap when it is attached to
the top tether anchor, remove the cargo
cover from the vehicle or secure it on thecargo floor below its attachment location. If
the cargo cover is not removed, it may dam-
age the top tether strap during a collision. A
child could be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the top tether strap is damaged.
•Do not allow cargo to contact the top tether
strap when it is attached to the top tether
anchor. Properly secure the cargo so it does
not contact the top tether strap. Cargo that
is not properly secured or cargo that con-
tacts the top tether strap may damage it
during a collision. A child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision if the top
tether strap is damaged.
Top tether anchor point locations
:
1Top tether straps
2Anchor points
If you have any questions when installing a top
tether strap, it is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
INSTALLATION USING LATCH
For additional information, refer to all Warnings
and Cautions in the Child safetyin the
1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system section andChild restraints
in the 1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system section before install-
ing a child restraint. Do not use the lower
anchors if the combined weight of the child and
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the child restraint exceeds 65 lb (29.5 kg). If the
combined weight of the child and the child
restraint is greater than 65 lb (29.5 kg), use the
vehicle seat belt (not the lower anchors) to
install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the
child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for
installation. Follow these steps to install a
rear-facing child restraint in the 2nd row seats
using the LATCH system:
1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-ways follow the child restraint manufactur-
er’s instructions. 2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-
ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to
make sure the LATCH attachment is properly
attached to the lower anchors. 3. For child restraints that are equipped with
webbing-mounted attachments, remove any
additional slack from the anchor attach-
ments. Press downward and rearward firmly
in the center of the child restraint with your
hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion
and seatback while tightening the webbing
of the anchor attachments.
WRS0801ZRear-facing web-mounted — step 2WRS0802ZRear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2
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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder belt to remove any slack in the
belt. 5. Remove any additional slack from the seat
belt; press downward and rearward firmly in
the center of the child restraint to compress
the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while
pulling up on the seat belt. 6. After attaching the child restraint, test it
before you place the child in it. Push it from
side to side while holding the child restraint
near the seat belt path. The child restraint
should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm),
from side to side. Try to tug it forward and
check to see if the belt holds the restraint in
place. If the restraint is not secure, tighten
the seat belt as necessary, or put the re-
straint in another seat and test it again. You
may need to try a different child restraint.
Not all child restraints fit in all types of
vehicles.
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7. Check to make sure that the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If the
seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 1
through 6.
After the child restraint is removed and the
seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child
restraint mode) is canceled.
FORWARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
INSTALLATION USING LATCH
For additional information, refer to all Warnings
and Cautions in the Child safetyin the
1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system section andChild restraints
in the 1. Safety — seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system section before install-
ing a child restraint.
Do not use the lower anchors if the combined
weight of the child and the child restraint
exceeds 65 lb (29.5 kg). If the combined weight
of the child and the child restraint is greater
than 65 lb (29.5 kg), use the vehicle seat belt
(not the lower anchors) to install the child
restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions for installation.
Follow these steps to install a forward-facing
child restraint in the rear seats using the LATCH
system: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-
ways follow the child restraint manufactur-
er’s instructions.
2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to
make sure the LATCH attachment is properly
attached to the lower anchors.
If the child restraint is equipped with a top
tether strap, route the top tether strap and
secure the tether strap to the tether anchor
point. For additional information, refer to
Installing top tether strap in the1. Safety
— seats, seat belts and supplemental re-
straint system section.
Do not install child restraints that require
the use of a top tether strap in seating
positions that do not have a top tether
anchor.
3. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback.SSS0645ZForward-facing web-mounted — step 2
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