FOREWORD Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking about car design. It integrates advanced engineering and superior craftsmanship with a simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated with traditional Japanese culture. The result is a different notion of luxury and beauty. The car itself is important, but so also is the sense of harmony that the car evokes in its driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI --from the way it looks and drives to the high level of dealer service. To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner's Manual immediately. It explains all of the features, controls and performance characteristics of your INFINITI; it also provides important instructions and safety information. A separate Warranty Information Booklet is to be found in your Owner's literature portfolio. Always carry it with you when you take your INFINITI to an authorized dealer. The portfolio contents provide complete information about all warranties covering this vehicle, the periodic maintenance required to keep the warranties in effect as well as the INFINITI Roadside Assistance program. INFINITI is dedicated to providing a satisfying ownership experience for as long as you own your car. Should you have any questions regarding your INFINITI or your INFINITI dealer, please contact our Consumer Affairs department at 1-800-662-6200. In Hawaii 1-808-836-0848 (Oahu number). In Canada 1-800-363-4520. Thank you. 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 conditions. Always use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat. 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. READ FIRST -- THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read your Owner's Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle. WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and As with other vehicles with features for offroad use, failure to operate four wheel drive models correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. For additional information, see ``Driving four wheel drive safely'' in the ``5. Starting and driving'' section. MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under INFINITI warranties. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. ON-PAVEMENT AND OFFROAD DRIVING This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it has a higher center of gravity for offroad use. As with other vehicles with features of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. For additional information, see ``Onpavement and offroad driving precautions'' and ``Avoiding collision and rollover'' in the ``5. Starting and driving'' section. WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, 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. INFINITI reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. SII0151 If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen. © 1997 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN All rights reserved. No part of this Owner's Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. TABLE OF CONTENTS SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS ................... 1-1 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................... 2-1 PRE-DRIVING CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS............................................ 3-1 HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO SYSTEMS .................................. 4-1 STARTING AND DRIVING................................................................... 5-1 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................. 6-1 APPEARANCE AND CARE................................................................... 7-1 DO-IT-YOURSELF ............................................................................ 8-1 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 9-1 TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION ......................................... 10-1 INDEX ........................................................................................ 11-1 1 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS Seats............................................................ 1-2 Supplemental restraint system .................. 1-7 Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-15 Seat belts................................................... 1-16 Child restraints .......................................... 1-27 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SEATS For 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 ``Seat belts'' later in this section for precautions on seat belt usage. SIR0002 SIR0001 WARNING Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will 1-2 not be against your body. In an accident you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT Do not operate the power seat for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery. WARNING Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operations. Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents. Forward and backward SIP0139 Reclining Moving the recline switch forward or backward will move the seatback forward or backward to the desired position. Operating tips The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. SIP0138 Pressing the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. 1-3 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS Seat lifter Lumbar support (Driver's seat) REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT Before folding down the seat, hook the buckle sideways on to the button and hook on the tongue from the top. SIP0140 SIP0141 Pull or lower either side of the switch to adjust the seat cushion to the desired angle and height. Turn the lever forward or backward to adjust the seat lumbar area. SIP0143 Folding 1. Remove the head restraints. 2. Pull the strap forward and fold the seat cushion up. 3. Pull the lever and pull the seat back forward to fold it down. 1-4 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS 4. When resetting the seat, be sure to install the head restraints. SIP0144 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 serious injury in an accident or sudden stop. 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 injured 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 vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. 1-5 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide 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 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 sudden braking or an accident. 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 personal injury. When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. 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 receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. For 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 ``Seat belts'' later in this section for precautions on seat belt usage. Reclining SIP0145 Pull the reclining lever and position the seatback at the desired angle. Release the reclining lever after positioning the seatback at the desired angle. 1-6 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS After adjustment, check to be sure the seat is securely locked. WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental air bags. The Supplemental Restraint System Air Bag can help reduce impact force to the driver and to the front passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supplemental air bags are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn. (See ``Seat belts'' later in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supple1-7 HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT Adjust the head restraints so the top is level with the tops of your ears. ARMREST SIP0142 To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob and push the head restraint down. SIP0146 Pull the armrest forward and lay it horizontal. SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS mental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational. SIR0074 SIR0004 WARNING The supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. 1-8 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SIR0001 SIR0005 SIR0006 The seat belts and the supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags inflate with great force. If you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may also receive seri- ous or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical 1-9 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SIR0007 SIR0008 SIR0009 from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always use the seat belts. 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