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Nissan Cube (2014 year). Instruction - part 3

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WARNING

. Always fasten the connector tongue

and the seat belt in the order shown.

. Always make sure both the connec-

tor tongue and the seat belt tongue
are secured when using the seat
belt or installing a child restraint. Do
not use the seat belt or child
restraint with only the seat belt
tongue attached. This could result
in serious personal injury in case of
an accident or a sudden stop.

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The center seat belt buckle and the tongue are
identified by the CENTER mark. The center seat
belt tongue can be fastened only into the center
seat belt buckle.

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WARNING

. Always fasten the connector tongue

and the seat belt in the order shown.

. Always make sure both the connec-

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The center seat belt buckle and the tongue are
identified by the CENTER mark. The center seat
belt tongue can be fastened only into the center
seat belt buckle.

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Stowing rear center seat belt:

When folding down the rear seat, the rear center
seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position
as follows:

1. Hold the connector tongue

so that the

seat belt does not retract suddenly when the
tongue is released from the connector
buckle. Release the connector tongue

by inserting a suitable tool such as key

into the connector buckle.

2. Retract the seat belt and secure the seat

belt tongue and connector tongue on the
seat belt hook

WARNING

. Do not unfasten the rear center seat

belt connector except when folding
down the rear seat.

. When returning the seatback, be

sure to attach the rear center seat
belt connector.

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Attaching rear center seat belt:

Always be sure the rear center seat belt
connector tongue and connector buckle are
attached. Disconnect only when folding down
the rear seat.

To connect the buckle:

1. Remove the seat belt tongue and connector

tongue from the seat belt hook

2. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector

buckle until it clicks

The rear center seat belt connector tongue can
be attached only into the rear center seat belt
connector buckle.

To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the seat
belts” (P.1-14).

WARNING

. When attaching the rear center seat

belt connector, be certain that the
seatbacks are completely secured in
the latched position and the rear
center seat belt connector is com-
pletely secured.

. If the rear center seat belt connector

and the seatbacks are not secured
in the correct position, serious per-
sonal injury may result in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.

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Stowing rear center seat belt:

When folding down the rear seat, the rear center
seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position
as follows:

1. Hold the connector tongue

so that the

seat belt does not retract suddenly when the
tongue is released from the connector
buckle. Release the connector tongue

by inserting a suitable tool such as key

into the connector buckle.

2. Retract the seat belt and secure the seat

belt tongue and connector tongue on the
seat belt hook

WARNING

. Do not unfasten the rear center seat

belt connector except when folding
down the rear seat.

. When returning the seatback, be

sure to attach the rear center seat
belt connector.

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Attaching rear center seat belt:

Always be sure the rear center seat belt
connector tongue and connector buckle are
attached. Disconnect only when folding down
the rear seat.

To connect the buckle:

1. Remove the seat belt tongue and connector

tongue from the seat belt hook

2. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector

buckle until it clicks

The rear center seat belt connector tongue can
be attached only into the rear center seat belt
connector buckle.

To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the seat
belts” (P.1-14).

WARNING

. When attaching the rear center seat

belt connector, be certain that the
seatbacks are completely secured in
the latched position and the rear
center seat belt connector is com-
pletely secured.

. If the rear center seat belt connector

and the seatbacks are not secured
in the correct position, serious per-
sonal injury may result in an acci-
dent or sudden stop.

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SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position, it is
not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt
and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with
the installed seat belts is available that can be
purchased. The extender adds approximately 8
in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either
the driver or front passenger seating position.
See a NISSAN dealer for assistance with
purchasing an extender if an extender is
required.

WARNING

. Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,

made by the same company which
made the original equipment seat
belts, should be used with NISSAN
seat belts.

. Adults and children who can use the

standard seat belt should not use an
extender. Such unnecessary use
could result in serious personal
injury in the event of an accident.

. Never use seat belt extenders to

install child restraints. If the child
restraint is not secured properly, the
child could be seriously injured in a

collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

. To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a

mild soap solution or any solution recom-
mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets.
Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat
belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the
seat belts to retract until they are completely
dry.

. If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt

guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat
belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder
belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

. Periodically check to see that the seat

belt and the metal components, such as
buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires
and anchors, work properly. If loose parts,
deterioration, cuts or other damage on the
webbing is found, the entire seat belt
assembly should be replaced.

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WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the
seat belts. Most seating positions are
equipped with Automatic Locking Re-
tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the
seat belt becomes wrapped around a
child’s neck with the ALR mode acti-
vated, the child can be seriously injured
or killed if the seat belt retracts and
becomes tight. This can occur even if
the vehicle is parked. Unbuckle the seat
belt to release the child. For the center
of the rear seat, the connector tongue

CHILD SAFETY

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SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

WARNING

. Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,

made by the same company which
made the original equipment seat
belts, should be used with NISSAN
seat belts.

. Adults and children who can use the

standard seat belt should not use an
extender. Such unnecessary use
could result in serious personal
injury in the event of an accident.

. Never use seat belt extenders to

install child restraints. If the child
restraint is not secured properly, the
child could be seriously injured in a

collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

. To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a

. If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt

guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat
belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder
belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

. Periodically check to see that the seat

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WARNING

CHILD SAFETY

may also be released. Release the
connector tongue

by inserting a

suitable tool (such as a key)

into the

connector buckle. If the seat belt can
not be unbuckled or is already un-
buckled, release the child by cutting
the seat belt with a suitable tool (such
as a knife or scissors) to release the
seat belt.

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.

There are three basic types of child restraint
systems:
. Rear-facing child restraint
. Forward-facing child restraint
. Booster seat
The proper restraint depends on the child’s size.
Generally, infants up to about 1 year and less
than 20 lbs (9 kg) should be placed in rear-
facing child restraints. Forward-facing child
restraints are available for children who outgrow

rear-facing child restraints and are at least 1
year old. Booster seats are used to help position
a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no
longer use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special pro-
tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not
fit them properly. The shoulder belt may
come too close to the face or neck. The
lap belt may not fit over their small hip
bones. In an accident, an improperly
fitting seat belt could cause serious or
fatal injury. Always use appropriate
child restraints.

All U.S. states require the use of approved child
restraints for infants and small children. See
“Child restraints” (P.1-22).

A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle
by using either the LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle
seat belt. See “Child restraints” (P.1-22) for
more information.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens
and children be restrained in the rear seat.
Studies show that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seat than in

the front seat.

This is especially important because your
vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys-
tem (Air bag system) for the front passen-
ger. See “Supplemental restraint system”
(P.1-41).

INFANTS

Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed
in a rear-facing child restraint. NISSAN recom-
mends that infants be placed in child restraints
that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. You should choose a child restraint
that fits your vehicle and always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for installation and
use.

SMALL CHILDREN

Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at
least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing
child restraint as long as possible up to the
height or weight limit of the child restraint.
Children who outgrow the height or weight limit
of the rear-facing child restraint and are at least
1 year old should be secured in a forward-facing
child restraint with a harness. Refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and
maximum weight and height recommendations.
NISSAN recommends that small children be
placed in child restraints that comply with
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You

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may also be released. Release the
connector tongue

by inserting a

suitable tool (such as a key)

into the

Children need adults to help protect them.

They need to be properly restrained.

rear-facing child restraints and are at least 1
year old. Booster seats are used to help position
a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no
longer use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING

All U.S. states require the use of approved child
restraints for infants and small children. See
“Child restraints” (P.1-22).

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens
and children be restrained in the rear seat.
Studies show that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seat than in

the front seat.

This is especially important because your
vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys-
tem (Air bag system) for the front passen-
ger. See “Supplemental restraint system”
(P.1-41).

INFANTS

SMALL CHILDREN

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should choose a child restraint that fits your
vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for installation and use.

LARGER CHILDREN

Children should remain in a forward-facing child
restraint with a harness until they reach the
maximum height or weight limit allowed by the
child restraint manufacturer.

Once a child outgrows the height or weight limit
of the harness-equipped forward-facing child
restraint, NISSAN recommends that the child be
placed in a commercially available booster seat
to obtain proper seat belt fit. For a seat belt to fit
properly, the booster seat should raise the child
so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned
across the chest and the top, middle portion of
the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not cross
the neck or face and should not fall off the
shoulder. The lap belt should lie snugly across
the lower hips or upper thighs, not the abdomen.

A booster seat can only be used in seating
positions that have a three-point type seat belt.
The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and
have a label certifying that it complies with
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once
the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no
longer on or near the face and neck, and the lap
belt can be positioned properly across the lower
hips or upper thighs, use the seat belt without

the booster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any
seat and do not allow a child in the
cargo area. The child could be seriously
injured or killed in a sudden stop or
collision.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS

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should choose a child restraint that fits your
vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for installation and use.

LARGER CHILDREN

Children should remain in a forward-facing child
restraint with a harness until they reach the
maximum height or weight limit allowed by the
child restraint manufacturer.

the booster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any
seat and do not allow a child in the
cargo area. The child could be seriously
injured or killed in a sudden stop or
collision.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE-
STRAINTS

WARNING

. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions for proper use and in-
stallation of child restraints could
result in serious injury or death of a
child or other passengers in a
sudden stop or collision:

— The child restraint must be used

and installed properly. Always
follow all of the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions for
installation and use.

— Infants and children should

never be held on anyone’s lap.
Even the strongest adult cannot
resist the forces of a collision.

— Do not put a seat belt around

both a child and another pas-
senger.

— NISSAN recommends that all

child restraints be installed in
the rear seat. Studies show that
children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seat than

in the front seat. If you must
install a forward-facing child
restraint in the front seat, see
“Forward-facing child restraint
installation using the seat belts”
(P.1-34).

— Even with the NISSAN Advanced

Air Bag System, never install a
rear-facing child restraint in the
front seat. An inflating air bag
could seriously injure or kill a
child. A rear-facing child re-
straint must only be used in the
rear seat.

— Be sure to purchase a child

restraint that will fit the child
and vehicle. Some child re-
straints may not fit properly in
your vehicle.

— Child restraint anchor points are

designed to withstand loads
from child restraints that are
properly fitted.

— Never use the anchor points for

adult seat belts or harnesses.

— A child restraint with a top tether

strap should not be used in the
front passenger seat.

— Keep seatbacks as upright as

possible after fitting the child
restraint.

— Infants and children should al-

ways be placed in an appropri-
ate child restraint while in the
vehicle.

. When the child restraint is not in

use, keep it secured with the LATCH
system or a seat belt. In a sudden
stop or collision, loose objects can
injure occupants or damage the
vehicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle can
become very hot. Check the seating
surface and buckles before placing a
child in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal child
restraint anchor system, referred to as the
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil-
dren) system. Some child restraints include rigid
or webbing-mounted attachments that can be
connected to these anchors. For details, see

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE-
STRAINTS

WARNING

. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions for proper use and in-
stallation of child restraints could
result in serious injury or death of a
child or other passengers in a
sudden stop or collision:

— The child restraint must be used

and installed properly. Always
follow all of the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions for
installation and use.

— Infants and children should

never be held on anyone’s lap.
Even the strongest adult cannot
resist the forces of a collision.

— Do not put a seat belt around

both a child and another pas-
senger.

— NISSAN recommends that all

child restraints be installed in
the rear seat. Studies show that
children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seat than

in the front seat. If you must
install a forward-facing child
restraint in the front seat, see
“Forward-facing child restraint
installation using the seat belts”
(P.1-34).

— Even with the NISSAN Advanced

— Be sure to purchase a child

restraint that will fit the child
and vehicle. Some child re-
straints may not fit properly in
your vehicle.

— Child restraint anchor points are

designed to withstand loads
from child restraints that are
properly fitted.

— Never use the anchor points for

adult seat belts or harnesses.

— A child restraint with a top tether

strap should not be used in the
front passenger seat.

— Keep seatbacks as upright as

possible after fitting the child
restraint.

— Infants and children should al-

ways be placed in an appropri-
ate child restraint while in the
vehicle.

. When the child restraint is not in

use, keep it secured with the LATCH
system or a seat belt. In a sudden
stop or collision, loose objects can
injure occupants or damage the
vehicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle can
become very hot. Check the seating
surface and buckles before placing a
child in the child restraint.

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“Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH) ” (P.1-24).

If you do not have a LATCH compatible child
restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.

Several manufacturers offer child restraints for
infants and small children of various sizes. When
selecting any child restraint, keep the following
points in mind:
. Choose only a restraint with a label certifying

that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard 213.

. Check the child restraint in your vehicle to

be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s
seat and seat belt system.

. If the child restraint is compatible with your

vehicle, place your child in the child restraint
and check the various adjustments to be
sure the child restraint is compatible with
your child. Choose a child restraint that is
designed for your child’s height and weight.
Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states require that infants and
small children be restrained in an ap-
proved child restraint at all times while
the vehicle is being operated.

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LATCH system anchor location

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH)

Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor
points that are used with LATCH (Lower
Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
compatible child restraints. This system may
also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX
compatible system. With this system, you do not
have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the
child restraint.

The LATCH anchor points are provided to install
child restraints in the rear outboard seating
positions only. Do not attempt to install a child
restraint in the center position using the LATCH

anchors.

LATCH lower anchor

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use and installa-
tion of child restraints could result in
serious injury or death of a child or
other passengers in a sudden stop or
collision:

. Attach LATCH system compatible

child restraints only at the locations
shown in the illustration.

. Do not secure a child restraint in the

center rear seating position using
the LATCH lower anchors. The child
restraint will not be secured prop-
erly.

. Inspect the lower anchors by insert-

ing your fingers into the lower
anchor area. Feel to make sure
there are no obstructions over the
anchors such as seat belt webbing
or seat cushion material. The child
restraint will not be secured prop-
erly if the lower anchors are ob-
structed.

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“Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH) ” (P.1-24).

If you do not have a LATCH compatible child
restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.

that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard 213.

. Check the child restraint in your vehicle to

be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s
seat and seat belt system.

. If the child restraint is compatible with your

All U.S. states require that infants and
small children be restrained in an ap-
proved child restraint at all times while
the vehicle is being operated.

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LATCH system anchor location

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH)

The LATCH anchor points are provided to install
child restraints in the rear outboard seating
positions only. Do not attempt to install a child
restraint in the center position using the LATCH

anchors.

LATCH lower anchor

WARNING

. Attach LATCH system compatible

child restraints only at the locations
shown in the illustration.

. Do not secure a child restraint in the

center rear seating position using
the LATCH lower anchors. The child
restraint will not be secured prop-
erly.

. Inspect the lower anchors by insert-

Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used to attach adult seat
belts, or other items or equipment to
the vehicle. Doing so could damage the
child restraint anchorages. The child
restraint will not be properly installed
using the damaged anchorage, and a
child could be seriously injured or killed
in a collision.

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LATCH lower anchor location

LATCH lower anchor location

The LATCH anchors are located at the rear of
the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is
attached to the seatback to help you locate the
LATCH anchors.

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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

Installing child restraint LATCH lower
anchor attachments

LATCH compatible child restraints include two
rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can
be connected to two anchors located at certain
seating positions in your vehicle. With this
system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat
belt to secure the child restraint. Check your
child restraint for a label stating that it is
compatible with the LATCH system. This in-
formation may also be in the instructions
provided by the child restraint manufacturer.

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LATCH lower anchor location

LATCH lower anchor location

The LATCH anchors are located at the rear of
the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is
attached to the seatback to help you locate the
LATCH anchors.

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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

Installing child restraint LATCH lower
anchor attachments

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LATCH rigid-mounted attachment

The child restraint top tether strap must be used
when installing the child restraint with the
LATCH lower anchor attachments or seat belts.
See “Installing top tether strap” (P.1-37) for
installation instructions.

When installing a child restraint, carefully read
and follow the instructions in this manual and
those supplied with the child restraint.

Top tether anchor

WARNING

. 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 the cargo
floor below its attachment location.
If the cargo cover is not removed, it
may damage the top tether strap
during a collision. Your child could
be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the child restraint 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 contacts the top tether strap
may damage the top tether strap
during a collision. Your child could
be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the child restraint top
tether strap is damaged.

Top tether anchor point locations

WARNING

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LATCH rigid-mounted attachment

When installing a child restraint, carefully read
and follow the instructions in this manual and
those supplied with the child restraint.

Top tether anchor

WARNING

. If the cargo cover (if so equipped)

. Do not allow cargo to contact the

Top tether anchor point locations

WARNING

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Anchor points are located on the seat cushion
behind the outboard and center seating posi-
tions.

The child restraint top tether strap must be used
when installing child restraints with the LATCH
lower anchor attachments or seat belts.

If you have any questions when installing a
top tether strap child restraint on the rear
seat, consult a NISSAN dealer for details.

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WARNING

Do not attach upper tether anchors to
the luggage hooks. The child restraint
will not be properly installed. Your child
could be injured or killed in a sudden
stop or collision.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN-
STALLATION USING LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
safety” (P.1-20) and “Child restraints” (P.1-22)
sections before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child
restraint using the LATCH system:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions.

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Anchor points are located on the seat cushion
behind the outboard and center seating posi-
tions.

The child restraint top tether strap must be used
when installing child restraints with the LATCH
lower anchor attachments or seat belts.

If you have any questions when installing a
top tether strap child restraint on the rear
seat, consult a NISSAN dealer for details.

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WARNING

Do not attach upper tether anchors to
the luggage hooks. The child restraint
will not be properly installed. Your child
could be injured or killed in a sudden
stop or collision.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN-
STALLATION USING LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
safety” (P.1-20) and “Child restraints” (P.1-22)
sections before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child
restraint using the LATCH system:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions.

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Rear-facing web-mounted — step 2

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-

ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check
to make sure the LATCH attachments are
properly attached to the lower anchors.

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Rear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

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Rear-facing — step 3

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.

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Rear-facing web-mounted — step 2

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-

ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check
to make sure the LATCH attachments are
properly attached to the lower anchors.

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Rear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

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Rear-facing — step 3

3. For child restraints that are equipped with

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Rear-facing — step 4

4. 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 LATCH attachment 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 LATCH
attachment holds the restraint in place. If the
restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH
attachment as necessary, or put the restraint
in another seat and test it again. You may
need to try a different child restraint or try
installing by using the vehicle seat belt (if
applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all
types of vehicles.

5. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use. If the
child restraint is loose, repeat steps 1
through 4.

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REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN-
STALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING

. The three-point seat belt with Auto-

matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must
be used when installing a child
restraint. Failure to use the ALR
mode will result in the child re-
straint not being properly secured.
The restraint could tip over or be
loose and cause injury to a child in a
sudden stop or collision. Also, it can
change the operation of the front

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SSS0650

Rear-facing — step 4

4. After attaching the child restraint, test it

5. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use. If the
child restraint is loose, repeat steps 1
through 4.

SSS0100

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN-
STALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING

. The three-point seat belt with Auto-

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passenger air bag. See “Front pas-
senger air bag and status light” (P.1-
49).

. When installing a child restraint

system in the rear center position,
both the center seat belt connector
tongue and buckle tongue must be
secured. See “Rear center seat belt”
(P.1-17).

SSS0100

Rear-facing — step 1

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
safety” (P.1-20) and “Child restraints” (P.1-22)
sections before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child
restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear
seats:

1. Child restraints for infants must be

used in the rear-facing direction and
therefore must not be used in the front
seat. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s
instructions.

SSS0654

Rear-facing — step 2

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child

restraint and insert it into the buckle until you
hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions for belt routing.

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passenger air bag. See “Front pas-
senger air bag and status light” (P.1-
49).

. When installing a child restraint

system in the rear center position,
both the center seat belt connector
tongue and buckle tongue must be
secured. See “Rear center seat belt”
(P.1-17).

SSS0100

Rear-facing — step 1

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
safety” (P.1-20) and “Child restraints” (P.1-22)
sections before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child
restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear
seats:

1. Child restraints for infants must be

used in the rear-facing direction and
therefore must not be used in the front
seat. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s
instructions.

SSS0654

Rear-facing — step 2

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child

restraint and insert it into the buckle until you
hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions for belt routing.

SSS0655

Rear-facing — step 3

3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully

extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor
is in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
mode (child restraint mode). It reverts to the
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode
when the seat belt is fully retracted.

SSS0656

Rear-facing — step 4

4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the

shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

SSS0657

Rear-facing — step 5

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.

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SSS0655

Rear-facing — step 3

3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully

SSS0656

Rear-facing — step 4

4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the

shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

SSS0657

Rear-facing — step 5

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.

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SSS0658

Rear-facing — step 6

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
restraint 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.

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is

properly 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 RE-
STRAINT INSTALLATION USING
LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
safety” (P.1-20) and “Child restraints” (P.1-22)
sections before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a forward-facing
child restraint using the LATCH system:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions.

SSS0645

Forward-facing web-mounted — step 2

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-

ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check
to make sure the LATCH attachments are
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 (rear seat installation only). See
“Installing top tether strap” (P.1-37). 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.

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SSS0658

Rear-facing — step 6

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is

properly 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 RE-
STRAINT INSTALLATION USING
LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
safety” (P.1-20) and “Child restraints” (P.1-22)
sections before installing a child restraint.

Follow these steps to install a forward-facing
child restraint using the LATCH system:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions.

SSS0645

Forward-facing web-mounted — step 2

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-

ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check
to make sure the LATCH attachments are
properly attached to the lower anchors.

SSS0646

Forward-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

3. The back of the child restraint should be

secured against the vehicle seatback.

If necessary, adjust or remove the head
restraint to obtain the correct child restraint
fit. If the head restraint is removed, store it in
a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the
head restraint when the child restraint
is removed. See “Head restraints/Head-
rests” (P.1-6) for head restraint adjustment
information.

If the seating position does not have an
adjustable head restraint and it is interfering
with the proper child restraint fit, try another
seating position or a different child restraint.

SSS0647

Forward-facing — step 4

4. 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
knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion
and seatback while tightening the webbing
of the anchor attachments.

5. Tighten the tether strap according to the

manufacturer’s instructions to remove any
slack.

SSS0638

Forward-facing — step 6

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 LATCH attachment 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 LATCH
attachment holds the restraint in place. If the
restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH
attachment as necessary, or put the restraint
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.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use. If the

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SSS0646

Forward-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

3. The back of the child restraint should be

secured against the vehicle seatback.

If the seating position does not have an
adjustable head restraint and it is interfering
with the proper child restraint fit, try another
seating position or a different child restraint.

SSS0647

Forward-facing — step 4

4. For child restraints that are equipped with

5. Tighten the tether strap according to the

manufacturer’s instructions to remove any
slack.

SSS0638

Forward-facing — step 6

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 LATCH attachment 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 LATCH
attachment holds the restraint in place. If the
restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH
attachment as necessary, or put the restraint
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.

7. Check to make sure the child restraint is

properly secured prior to each use. If the

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