seats NISSAN PATHFINDER 2023 User Guide

To enter the 3rd row from outside the ve-
hicle, push the seat release button located
at the base of the 2nd row seat
OA. To exit
the 3rd row from inside the vehicle, push
the seat release button located on the
back of the 2nd row seat
OB. Activating this
seat release switch will pitch the 2nd row
seat forward so you will be able to slide the
seat forward and backward.
Slide the entire seat forward for access to
the 3rd row.
To return the seat to a locked position,
push the upper seatback rearward until
the seat is locked.
Child seat access mode
The 2nd row seat can be slid forward for
easy entry or exit from the 3rd row bench
seat without a child safety seat being
removed.
To enter the 3rd row from outside the ve-
hicle, push the seat release button located
at the base of the 2nd row seat
OA. To exit
the 3rd row from inside the vehicle, push
the seat release button located on the
back of the 2nd row seat
OB. Activating this
seat release button allows you to pitch and
slide the seat forward and backward. Slide the entire seat forward for access to
the 3rd row seats.
To return the seat to a locked position,
push the upper seatback rearward until
the seat is locked.
WARNING
• Do not leave a child in the child safety
seat when operating the child seat
access mode.
• The 2nd row one touch buttons are
enabled during vehicles speeds less
than 1.2 mph (2 km/h). If either but-
ton is pressed, the seat may unlatch
even if the seat is occupied, and may
move or pitch. If the seat is un-
latched, occupant can be seriously
injured during driving.
• To help avoid the risk of personal in-
jury, supervise children, people who
require the assistance of others, or
pets occupying the 2nd and 3rd
rows to prevent pressing the one
touch buttons that operate the
walk-in function.
• When returning the seat to its origi-
nal position, confirm that the seat is
locked properly.
CAUTION
• Be careful not to pinch your hand or
foot or bump your head when oper-
ating the walk-in seat.
• Do not drive with the 2nd row seat
tipped up.
• Be careful not to allow the 2nd row
seat to pinch, hit any part of your
body or other people when operating
the 2nd row seat. Make sure the seat
path is clear of all objects before
moving the seat.
Exiting the 3rd row
To exit the 3rd row from either seating po-
sition, push the seatback release button.
This will release the seat, then slide the en-
tire seat forward.
The seatback release button will not oper-
ate while the vehicle is moving.
To return the seat to a locked position,
push the upper seatback rearward until
the seat and track are locked.
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WARNING
When returning the seat to its original
position, confirm that the seat and
seatback are locked properly.
CAUTION
Be careful not to pinch your hand or
foot or bump your head when operat-
ing the walk-in seat.
3RD ROW BENCH SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
Reclining
To recline the seatback, pull up on the latch
located on the outside corner of each seat-
back. Lean back until the desired angle is
obtained.
To bring the seatback forward again, pull
up on the latch and pull the seatback up-
right until the desired angle is obtained. The recline feature allows adjustment of
the seatback for occupants of different
sizes for added comfort and to help obtain
proper seat belt fit. For additional informa-
tion, see “Precautions on seat belt usage”
(P. 1-20). Also, the seatback can be reclined
to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle
is stopped and the shif t position is in P
(Park).
WARNING
• Af ter adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely
locked.
• 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 and upright in the seat and
adjust the seat belt properly. For ad-
ditional information, see “Precau-
tions on seat belt usage” (P. 1-20).
LRS3358
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ARMRESTS
The 2nd row bench seat or the 2nd row
captain’s seats come equipped with arm-
rest(s). Pull the armrest down as shown.
FLEXIBLE SEATING
WARNING
• Never allow anyone to ride in the
cargo area or on the rear seats when
they are in the fold-down position. In
a collision, people riding in these ar-
eas without proper restraints are
more likely to be seriously injured or
killed. •
When folding the bench seat seat-
back down for maximum storage,
make sure the seat base is in the
latched position by rocking the seat
base. If the seat base is not properly
secured, cargo stored on top of a
folded seatback may become a pro-
jectile causing personal injury or ve-
hicle damage.
• 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
occupants are in the rear seat area or
any luggage 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.
LRS3383
2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)
LRS2924
2nd row bench seats (if so equipped)
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•Head restraints/headrests should be
adjusted properly as they may pro-
vide significant protection against
injury in an accident. Always replace
and adjust them properly if they have
been removed for any reason.
• If the head restraints/headrests are
removed for any reason, they should
be securely stored to prevent them
from causing injury to passengers or
damage to the vehicle in case of sud-
den braking or an accident.
• When returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched
position. If they are not completely
secured, passengers may be injured
in an accident or sudden stop.
• Properly secure all cargo to help pre-
vent it from sliding or shif ting. Do not
place cargo higher than the seat-
backs. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.CAUTION
• When folding the 2nd row seat for
maximum cargo holding, be sure
that the cargo does not contact the
center console of the captain’s seat
(if so equipped) to avoid possible
damage to the console.
• When folding or returning the seat(s)
to the upright position, to avoid in-
jury to yourself and others:
– 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.
Folding the 2nd row seats
To fold the 2nd row seats flat for maximum
cargo hauling:
1. Make sure that the head restraints/ headrests are lowered or removed. To
remove the head restraint/headrest,
push and hold the lock knob while mov-
ing the head restraint/headrest in an up-
ward direction. Store the head restraint/
headrest properly so it is not loose in the
vehicle.
LRS3520
2nd row captain’s seats (if so equipped)
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2. Stow the 2nd row seat belts in the seatbelt hooks found on the sides of the
vehicle.
3. Lif t up on the recline lever on the side of the outboard seats to fold the seat-
backs flat. The seatback will lock into
place when in cargo mode to optimize
the load floor.
4. To return the 2nd row seats to a seating position, lif t up on the recline lever on the
side of the outboard seats and push up
on the seatback until it latches in place.Folding the 3rd row seats
To fold the 3rd row seats flat for maximum
cargo capacity:
1. Pull the strap
OAto release the head
restraint/headrest forward.
2. Stow the 3rd row seat belts in the seat belt hooks
ODfound on the sides of the
cargo area.
3. Pull up on the latch
OBlocated in the
upper corner of each seatback and
lower the seatback forward over the
seat base. To return the 3rd row seats to a seating
position:
1. Use the pull straps
OCto raise each seat-
back. Pull back until the seatback latches
into position. Make sure to properly
raise each seatback to an upright and
secured position.
2. Do not use the pull strap to return the head restraint/headrest to the upright
position. Pull back on the head restraint/
headrest until it latches in the upright
position.
WARNING
When the seat is returned to the normal
seating position, the head restraints/
headrests must be returned to the up-
right position to properly protect ve-
hicle occupants.
CAUTION
• When folding the 2nd row seat for
maximum cargo holding, be sure
that the console does not contact the
center console of the captain’s seat
(if so equipped) to avoid possible
damage to the console.
LRS3388
2nd row bench seats (if so equipped)
LRS3359
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WARNING
Head restraints/headrests supplement
the other vehicle safety systems. They
may provide additional protection
against injury in certain rear end colli-
sions. Adjustable head restraints/
headrests must be adjusted properly,
as specified in this section. Check the
adjustment af ter someone else uses
the seat. Do not attach anything to the
head restraint/headrest stalk, except
for Genuine NISSAN accessories spe-
cifically tested for use with the vehicle’s
head restraint/headrest stalk. Do not
remove the head restraint/headrest.
Do not use the seat if the head
restraint/headrest has been removed.
If the head restraint/headrest was re-
moved, reinstall 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 in-
crease the risk of serious injury or
death in a collision. The illustration shows the seating posi-
tions equipped with head
restraints/headrests.

Indicates the seating position is
equipped with a head restraint.
 Indicates the seating position is
equipped with a headrest.
• Adjustable head restraints/headrests have multiple notches along the stalk(s)
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 headrestraint/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.
LRS3360
Captain’s chair (if so equipped)
LRS3361
Bench seats (if so equipped)
HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS
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• If the head restraint/headrest has beenremoved, ensure that it is reinstalled and
locked in place before riding in that des-
ignated seating position.
ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/
HEADREST COMPONENTS
1. Removable head restraint/headrest
2. Multiple notches
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
LRS2300
Type A (if so equipped)
LRS3390
Type B (if so equipped)
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NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD
RESTRAINT/HEADREST
COMPONENTS
1. Removable head restraint/headrest
2. Single notch
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
REMOVE
Use the following procedure to remove the
head restraint/headrest:
1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up tothe highest position.
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
3. Remove the head restraint/headrest from the seat.
4. Store the head restraint/headrest prop- erly in a secure place so it is not loose in
the vehicle.
LRS2299
Type A (if so equipped)
LRS3391
Type B (if so equipped)
LRS2302
Type A (if so equipped)
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5. Reinstall and properly adjust the headrestraint/headrest before an occupant
uses the seating position.INSTALL
1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalkswith the holes in the seat. Make sure that
the head restraint/headrest is facing the
correct direction. The stalk with the
notch (notches)
O1must be installed in
the hole with the lock knob
O2.
2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down.
3. Properly adjust the head restraint/ headrest before an occupant uses the
seating position.
LRS3392
Type B (if so equipped)
LRS2303
Type A (if so equipped)
LRS3393
Type B (if so equipped)
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ADJUST
For adjustable head restraint/headrest
Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the
center is level with the center of your ears. If
your ear position is still higher than the
recommended alignment, place the head
restraint/headrest at the highest position.For non-adjustable head restraint/headrest
Make sure the head restraint/headrest is
positioned so the lock knob is engaged in
the notch before riding in that designated
seating position.
WRS0134LRS2351
Type A (if so equipped)
LRS3394
Type B (if so equipped)
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