Nissan Armada (2019 year). Instruction - part 3

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WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the
seat belts. Most seating positions are
equipped with Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If
the seat belt becomes wrapped
around a child’s neck with the ALR
mode activated, 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 3rd row bench seat, the connec-

tor tongue

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 cannot be unbuckled or
is already unbuckled, release the
child by cutting the seat belt with a
suitable tool (such as a knife or
scissors) to release the seat belt.

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Fastening the seat belts

Adjust the seat. (See “Seats” (P.1-3).)

Slowly pull the seat belt out of the
retractor and insert the tongue into
the buckle until you hear and feel the
latch engage.

The retractor is designed to lock

during a sudden stop or on im-
pact. A slow pulling motion per-
mits the belt to move, and allows
you some freedom of movement
in the seat.

If the seat belt cannot be pulled

from its fully retracted position,
firmly pull the belt and release it.
Then smoothly pull the belt out of

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the retractor.

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3. Position the lap belt portion low and

snug on the hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward

the retractor to take up extra slack. Be
sure the shoulder belt is routed over
your shoulder and across your chest.

The three-point type seat belts have two
modes of operation:
. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)

. Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
mode allows the seat belt to extend and
retract to allow the driver and passengers
some freedom of movement in the seat.
The ELR locks the seat belt when the
vehicle slows down rapidly or during

impacts.

The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
mode (child restraint mode) locks the
seat belt for child restraint installation.

When the ALR mode is activated the seat
belt cannot be extended again until the
seat belt tongue is detached from the
buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt
returns to the ELR mode after the seat
belt fully retracts. For additional informa-
tion, see “Child restraints” (P.1-32).

The ALR mode should be used only for
child restraint installation. During nor-
mal seat belt use by an occupant, the
ALR mode should not be activated. If it
is activated, it may cause uncomforta-
ble seat belt tension.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be
certain that seatbacks are comple-
tely secured in the latched position.
If they are not completely secured,
passengers may be injured in an
accident or sudden stop.

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Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the seat belt, push the
button on the buckle. The seat belt
automatically retracts.

Checking seat belt operation

Seat belt retractors are designed to lock
seat belt movement by two separate
methods:
. When the belt is pulled quickly from

the retractor.

. When the vehicle slows down rapidly.
To increase your confidence in the seat
belts, check the operation as follows:

. Grasp the shoulder belt and pull for-

ward quickly. The retractor should
lock and restrict further belt move-
ment.

If the retractor does not lock during this
check, get the system checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service, or to learn more about
seat belt operation.

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Center of 2nd row seat (if so
equipped)

Selecting correct set of seat belts:

The center seat belt buckle is identified by
the CENTER mark

. The center seat belt

tongue can be fastened only into the
center seat belt buckle.

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3rd row center seat belt

The 3rd row center seat belt has a
connector tongue

and a seat belt

tongue

. Both the connector tongue

and the seat belt tongue must be se-
curely latched for proper seat belt opera-
tion.

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WARNING

. Always fasten the connector ton-

gue and the seat belt in the order
shown.

. Always make sure both the con-

nector 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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Stowing 3rd row center seat belt:

When folding down the 3rd row seat, the
3rd center seat belt can be retracted into
a stowed position.

Hold the connector tongue

so that

the seat belt does not retract sud-
denly 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.

Store the seat belt tongue into the
tongue holder

first

3. Store the connector tongue into the

retractor base

WARNING

Do not unfasten the 3rd center seat
belt connector except when folding
down the 3rd seat.

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Attaching 3rd row center seat belt:

Always be sure the 3rd center seat belt
connector tongue and connector buckle
are attached. Disconnect only when fold-
ing down the 3rd row seat.

To connect the buckle:

Pull out the connector tongue from
the retractor base

Pull out the seat belt tongue from the
tongue holder

Pull the seat belt and fasten the
connector buckle until it clicks

The center seat belt connector tongue
and buckle are identified by the

and

mark.

The center seat belt connector tongue
can be attached only into the 3rd center
seat belt connector buckle.

To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the
seat belts” (P.1-23).

WARNING

. When attaching the 3rd center

seat belt connector, be certain
that the seatbacks are comple-
tely secured in the latched posi-
tion and the 3rd center seat belt
connector is completely secured.

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. If the 3rd center seat belt con-

nector and the seatbacks are not
secured in the correct position,
serious personal injury may result
in an accident or sudden stop.

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Storing 3rd row seat belt buckles

Before folding down the seat, put the
buckles in the storage of the seat cushion
to avoid dropping it under the seat
cushion.

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Shoulder belt height adjustment
(for front seats and 2nd row seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should
be adjusted to the position best for you.
(See “Precautions on seat belt usage” (P.1-
20).)

To adjust, push the button

, and then

move the shoulder belt anchor to the
desired position, so that the belt passes
over the center of the shoulder. The belt
should be away from your face and neck,
but not falling off of your shoulder.
Release the adjustment button to lock
the shoulder belt anchor into position.

WARNING

. After adjustment, release the ad-

justment button and try to move
the shoulder belt anchor up and
down to make sure it is securely
fixed in position.

. The shoulder belt anchor height

should be adjusted to the posi-
tion best for you. Failure to do so
may reduce the effectiveness of
the entire restraint system and
increase the chance or severity of
injury in an accident.

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 seat-
ing position. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for assistance with pur-
chasing an extender if an extender is
required.

WARNING

. It is recommended that only

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

. Adults and children who can use

the standard seat belt should not
use an extender. Such unneces-
sary 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 in-
jured or killed in a collision or a
sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

. To clean the seat belt webbing, apply

a mild soap solution or any solution
recommended 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 prop-
erly. 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

tor tongue

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 cannot be unbuckled or
is already unbuckled, 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, in-
cluding doctors, teachers, government
traffic safety offices, and community or-
ganizations. 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 avail-

able 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
protection. 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 and Canadian provinces or
territories require the use of approved
child restraints for infants and small
children. See “Child restraints” (P.1-32).

A child restraint may be secured in the
vehicle by using either the LATCH (Lower
Anchor and Tethers for CHildren) system
or with the vehicle seat belt. See “Child
restraints” (P.1-32) for more information.

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens
and children be restrained in the rear

CHILD SAFETY

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 re-
straint system (Air bag system) for the
front passenger. See “Supplemental re-
straint system” (P.1-55).

INFANTS

Infants up to at least 1 year old should be
placed in a rear-facing child restraint.
NISSAN recommends that infants be
placed in child restraints that comply with
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-
dards. You should choose a child restraint
that fits your vehicle and always follow
the manufacturer’s instructions for instal-
lation 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 out-
grow 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 recom-
mends that small children be placed in
child restraints that comply with Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Cana-
dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You
should choose a child restraint that fits
your vehicle and always follow the man-
ufacturer’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 certify-
ing that it complies with Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

A booster seat should be used until the
child can pass the seat belt fit test below:
. Are the child’s back and hips against

the vehicle seatback?

. Is the child able to sit without slouch-

ing?

. Do the child’s knees bend easily over

the front edge of the seat with feet flat
on the floor?

. Can the child safely wear the seat belt

(lap belt low and snug across the hips
and shoulder belt across mid-chest
and shoulder)?

. Is the child able to use the properly

adjusted head restraint/headrest?

. Will the child be able to stay in position

for the entire ride?

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If you answered no to any of these
questions, the child should remain in a
booster seat using a three-point type
seat belt.

NOTE:

Laws in some communities may follow
different guidelines. Check local and
state regulations to confirm your child
is using the correct restraint system
before traveling.

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 installation of child restraints
could result in serious injury or
death of a child or other passen-
gers in a sudden stop or collision:

— The child restraint must be

used and installed properly.
Always follow all of the child
restraint manufacturer’s in-
structions 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-fa-
cing child restraint installation
using the seat belts” (P.1-46).

— Even with the NISSAN Ad-

vanced Air Bag System, never
install a rear-facing child re-
straint in the front seat. An
inflating air bag could ser-
iously injure or kill a child. A
rear-facing child restraint
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 har-
nesses.

— 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

always be placed in an appro-
priate 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 CHildren) system. Some child
restraints include rigid or webbing-
mounted attachments that can be con-
nected to these anchors.

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For details, see “Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) system ”
(P.1-35).

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

Several manufacturers offer child re-
straints 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 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-
dard 213.

. Check the child restraint in your

vehicle to be sure it is compatible with
the vehicle’s seat and seat belt sys-
tem.

. 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 de-
signed for your child’s height and
weight. Always follow all recom-
mended procedures.

. If the combined weight of the child

and child restraint is less than 65 lbs
(29.5 kg), you may use either the

LATCH lower anchors or the seat belt
to install the child restraint (not both
at the same time).

. If the combined weight of the child

and child restraint is greater than 65
lbs (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt
(not the lower anchors) to install the
child restraint.

. Be sure to follow the child restraint

manufacturer’s instructions for instal-
lation.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces
or territories require that infants and
small children be restrained in an ap-
proved child restraint at all times while
the vehicle is being operated. Canadian
law requires the top tether strap on
forward-facing child restraints be se-
cured to the designated anchor point
on the vehicle.

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LATCH system lower anchor locations - captain’s

seats

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LATCH system lower anchor locations - bench seat

Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren (LATCH) SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with special
anchor points that are used with the
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system compatible child re-
straints. 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 unless the combined
weight of the child and child restraint
exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If the combined
weight of the child and child restraint is
greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use the
vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors)

to install the child restraint. Be sure to
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions for installation.

The LATCH lower anchor points are
provided to install child restraints in the
following positions only:
. 2nd row captain’s seats (if so

equipped)

. 2nd row bench seat outboard posi-

tions only (if so equipped)

LATCH lower anchor

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 sud-
den stop or collision:
. Attach LATCH system compatible

child restraints only at the loca-
tions 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 properly.

. Inspect the lower anchors by in-

serting your fingers into the low-
er 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 properly if the lower
anchors are obstructed.

Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child
restraints. Under no circumstances
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 an-
chorages. The child restraint will not
be properly installed using the da-
maged anchorage, and a child could
be seriously injured or killed in a
collision.

LATCH lower anchor location

The LATCH lower 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 seating position using the
LATCH lower anchors.

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LATCH lower anchor cover removal

The LATCH lower anchor points are
located under the covers labelled ISOFIX
at the bottom of the rear outboard seat
cushions. To access a LATCH lower an-
chor point, insert your finger into the
cover and pull the cover off.

CAUTION

Store the loose LATCH covers (for
example, in the console box) where
they will not get damaged to avoid
losing them. (See “Console box” (P.2-
57).)

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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 attach-
ments that can be connected to two
anchors located at certain seating posi-
tions 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 LATCH. This information
may also be in the instructions provided
by the child restraint manufacturer.

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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.

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2nd row captain’s seat

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2nd row bench seat

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3rd row bench seat

TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RE-
STRAINT

If the manufacturer of your child restraint
requires the use of a top tether strap, it
must be secured to an anchor point.

WARNING

. In the 3rd row bench seat, a child

restraint with a top tether strap
can only be used in the outboard
seating position (right side). Do
not place it in the outboard seat-
ing position (left side) and center
position and attempt to angle the

tether strap to the outboard seat-
ing position (right side).

. Child restraint anchorages are

designed to withstand only those
loads imposed by correctly fitted
child restraints. Under no circum-
stances are they to be used to
attach adult seat belts, or other
items or equipment to the vehi-
cle. Doing so could damage the
child restraint anchorages. The
child restraint will not be properly
installed using the damaged an-
chorage, and a child could be
seriously injured or killed in a
collision.

. Properly secure cargo and do not

allow it to contact the top tether
strap when it is attached to the
top tether anchor. 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 da-
maged.

Top tether anchor point locations

Anchor points are located in the following
locations:
. 2nd row bench seat (if so equipped)

on the seatback of the outboard
seating positions as shown.

. 2nd row captain’s seats (if so

equipped) on the seatback of the
outboard seating positions as shown.

. 3rd row bench seat on the seatback of

the outboard seating position (right
side) as shown.

If you have any questions when instal-
ling a top tether strap child restraint on
the rear seat, it is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
INSTALLATION USING LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the
“Child safety” and “Child restraints” sec-
tions before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the
combined weight of the child and the
child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If
the combined weight of the child and the
child restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5
kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the
lower anchors) to install the child re-
straint. Be sure to follow the child re-
straint manufacturer’s instructions for
installation.

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