H RESTRAINTS

SECTION SB
SEAT BELTS
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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2 TOR ....................................................................... 6 F
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System INSTALLATION OF CENTER SEAT BELT
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- RETRACTOR ........................................................ 6
SIONER” .................................................................. 2 REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE .................... 6 G
Precaution for Seat Belt Service .............................. 2 INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ............ 7
AFTER A COLLISION ........................................... 2 Seat Belt Inspection .................................................. 8
SEAT BELTS .............................................................. 3 AFTER A COLLISION ........................................... 8
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Removal and Installation of Front Seat Belt ............. 3 PRELIMINARY CHECKS ...................................... 8
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ............ 3 SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON-VEHICLE
INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT RETRACTOR..... 4 CHECK .................................................................. 9
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE .................... 5 SEAT BELT RETRACTOR OFF-VEHICLE I
INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ............ 5 CHECK ................................................................ 10
Removal and Installation of Rear Seat Belt ............. 6 LATCH (LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHER FOR
REMOVAL OF OUTER SEAT BELT RETRAC- CHILDREN) SYSTEM ............................................... 11 J
TOR ....................................................................... 6 Removal and Installation ........................................ 11
INSTALLATION OF OUTER SEAT BELT TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT ............. 12
RETRACTOR ........................................................ 6 Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
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REMOVAL OF CENTER SEAT BELT RETRAC-

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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER” EHS001TO

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
● To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
● Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
● Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precaution for Seat Belt Service EHS001TP

CAUTION:
● Before removing the front seat belt pre-tensioner assembly, turn the ignition switch off, discon-
nect the both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
● After replacing or reinstalling front seat belt pre-tensioner assembly, or reconnecting front seat
belt pre-tensioner connector, check the system function. Refer to SRS-21, "SRS Operation Check"
.
● Do not disassemble buckle or seat belt assembly.
● Do not reuse seat belt anchor bolts after removal. Replace with new ones.
● Replace anchor bolts if they are deformed or worn out.
● Never oil tongue and buckle.
● If any component of seat belt assembly is questionable, do not repair. Replace the whole seat belt
assembly.
● If webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged, replace seat belt assembly.
● When replacing seat belt assembly, use a genuine NISSAN seat belt assembly.
AFTER A COLLISION
WARNING:
● Inspect all seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware after any collision.
● NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the
collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Failure to do
so could result in serious personal injury in an accident. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a
collision should also be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Seat belt pre-
tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal collision in which
the air bags are deployed.
Replace any seat belt assembly (including anchor bolts) if:
● The seat belt was in use at the time of a collision (except for minor collisions and the belts, retractors and
buckles show no damage and continue to operate properly).
● The seat belt was damaged in an accident. (i.e. torn webbing, bent retractor or guide).
● The seat belt attaching point was damaged in an accident. Inspect the seat belt attaching area for damage
or distortion and repair as necessary before installing a new seat belt assembly.
● Anchor bolts are deformed or worn out.
● The seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during the collision in
which the air bags are deployed.

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Removal and Installation of Front Seat Belt EHS001TR

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1. Seat belt pre-tensioner connector 2. Seat belt retractor 3. Outer anchor RH (belt ten-
sion sensor)
4. Anchor cover (belt tension sensor) 5. Anchor cover 6. Outer anchor LH
7. D-ring anchor 8. Adjuster cover 9. Seat belt adjuster
A. Retractor bolt upper B. Retractor anchor bolt C. Outer anchor bolt
D. D-ring anchor bolt E. Adjuster anchor bolt ⇐ Vehicle front

CAUTION:
Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
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2. Remove the adjuster cover and D-ring anchor bolt.

3. Remove both the center pillar upper and lower garnish. Refer to EI-32, "BODY SIDE TRIM" .
WARNING:
Do not reuse center pillar upper garnish if removed.
4. Pull the floor trim away from center pillar.
5. Disconnect seat belt pre-tensioner connector. Refer to SRS-8,
"Direct-connect SRS Component Connectors" .

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6. Remove the outer anchor bolt.

7. Remove the seat belt retractor screw and anchor bolt, then remove the seat belt retractor.
INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE

1. Remove the front seat, refer to SE-12, "Removal and Installation" . A
2. Disconnect the seat belt buckle harness connector (1).
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3. Remove the anchor bolt (A), then remove the seat belt buckle B
(2).

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INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE E

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Removal and Installation of Rear Seat Belt EHS001TS

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1. D-ring anchor 2. Outer seat belt retractor RH 3. Outer anchor bolt

4. Seat belt buckle RH 5. Seat belt buckle center 6. Seat belt buckle LH
7. Center anchor bolt 8. Center seat belt retractor A. Outer retractor anchor bolt RH
B. Buckle anchor bolt

REMOVAL OF OUTER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR

1. Remove the rear seatback, cushion and seat back side, refer to SE-14, "REAR SEAT" .
2. Remove the outer anchor bolt.
3. Remove the luggage side lower finisher, refer to EI-42, "LUGGAGE FLOOR TRIM" .
4. Remove the D-ring anchor bolt.
5. Remove the outer retractor anchor bolt, then remove outer seat belt retractor.
INSTALLATION OF OUTER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
REMOVAL OF CENTER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
1. Remove and disassemble the rear seat cushion, refer to SE-14, "REAR SEAT" .
2. Remove the center seat belt retractor.
INSTALLATION OF CENTER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE
1. Remove rear seatback, cushion and seat back side, refer to SE-14, "REAR SEAT" .
2. Remove anchor bolt, then remove seat belt buckle.

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INSTALLATION OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE

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Seat Belt Inspection EHS001TT

AFTER A COLLISION
WARNING:
Inspect all seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware after any collision.
NISSAN recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the col-
lision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Failure to do so
could result in serious personal injury in an accident. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a colli-
sion should also be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Seat belt pre-tensioner
should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal collision in which the air bags
are deployed.
Replace any seat belt assembly (including anchor bolts) if:
● The seat belt was in use at the time of a collision (except for minor collisions and the belts, retractors and
buckles show no damage and continue to operate properly).
● The seat belt was damaged in an accident. (i.e. torn webbing, bent retractor or guide, etc.)
● The seat belt attaching point was damaged in an accident. Inspect the seat belt attaching area for damage
or distortion and repair as necessary before installing a new seat belt assembly.
● Anchor bolts are deformed or worn out.
● The seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal colli-
sion in which the air bags are deployed.
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
1. Check the seat belt warning lamp/chime for proper operation as follows:
a. Switch ignition ON. The seat belt warning lamp should illuminate. Also, the seat belt warning chime should
sound for about seven seconds.
b. Fasten driver's seat belt. The seat belt warning lamp should go out and the chime (if sounding) should
stop.
2. If the air bag warning lamp is blinking, conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II, and air bag warning
lamp. Refer to SRS-21, "SRS Operation Check" .
3. Check that the seat belt retractor, seat belt anchor and buckle bolts are securely attached.
4. Check the shoulder seat belt guide and shoulder belt height adjuster for front seats. Ensure guide swivels
freely and that webbing lays flat and does not bind in guide. Ensure height adjuster operates properly and
holds securely.
5. Check retractor operation:
a. Fully extend the seat belt webbing and check for twists, tears or other damage.
b. Allow the seat belt to retract. Make sure that webbing returns smoothly and completely into the retractor. If
the seat belt does not return smoothly, wipe the inside of the loops with a clean paper cloth. Dirt build-up
in the loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to retract slowly.
c. Fasten the seat belt. Check the seat belt returns smoothly and completely to the retractor. If the webbing
does not return smoothly, the cause may be an accumulation of dust or dirt. Use the “SEAT BELT TAPE
SET” and perform the following steps.
Inspect the front seat belt though-anchor
1. Pull the seat belt out to a length of 500 mm (19.69 in) or more.
2. Use a clip or other device to attach the seat belt at the center pillar webbing opening.
3. Pass a thin wire though the D-ring anchor webbing opening. Hold both ends of the wire and pull taut
while moving it up and down several times along the webbing opening surface to remove matter stuck
there.
4. Any dirt that cannot be removed with the wire can be removed by cleaning the opening with a clean
cloth.
5. Apply tape at the point where the webbing contacts the though-anchor webbing opening.
NOTE:
Apply the tape so that there is no looseness or wrinkling.
6. Remove the clip attaching the seat belt and check that the webbing returns smoothly.
6. Repeat steps above as necessary to check the other seat belts.

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SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON-VEHICLE CHECK

Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) and Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) A
NOTE:
All seat belt retractors are of the Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) type. In an emergency (sudden stop)
the retractor will lock and prevent the webbing from extending any further. All 3-point type seat belt retractors B
except the driver's seat belt also have an Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) mode. The ALR mode (also
called child restraint mode) is used when installing child seats. The ALR mode is activated when the seat belt
is fully extended. When the webbing is then retracted partially, the ALR mode automatically locks the seat belt C
in a specific position so the webbing cannot be extended any further. To cancel the ALR mode, allow the seat
belt to fully wind back into the retractor.
Check the seat belt retractors using the following test(s) to determine if a retractor assembly is operating prop-
erly. D

ELR Function Stationary Check

Grasp the shoulder webbing and pull it forward quickly. The retractor should lock and prevent the belt from E
extending further.
ALR Function Stationary Check
1. Pull out entire length of seat belt from retractor until a click is heard. F
2. Retract the webbing partially. A clicking noise should be heard as the webbing retracts, indicating that the
retractor is in the Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) mode.
3. Grasp the seat belt and try to pull out the retractor. The webbing must lock and not extend any further. If G
NG, replace the retractor assembly.
4. Allow the entire length of the webbing to retract to cancel the automatic locking mode.
ELR Function Moving Check SB
WARNING:
Perform the following test in a safe, open area clear of other vehicles and obstructions (for example, a
large, empty parking lot). Road surface must be paved and dry. DO NOT perform the following test on I
wet or gravel roads or on public streets and highways. This could result in an accident and serious
personal injury. The driver and passenger must be prepared to brace themselves in the event the
retractor does not lock. J
1. Fasten driver's seat belt. Buckle a passenger into the seat for the belt that is to be tested.
2. Proceed to the designated safe area.
3. Drive the vehicle at approximately 16 km/h (10 MPH). Notify any passengers of a pending sudden stop K
and the driver and passenger must be prepared to brace themselves in the event the retractor does not
lock, apply brakes firmly and make a very hard stop.
During the stop, seat belts should lock and not be extended. If the seat belt retractor assembly does not lock, L
perform the retractor off-vehicle check.

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SEAT BELT RETRACTOR OFF-VEHICLE CHECK

1. Remove the seat belt retractor. Refer to SB-3, "SEAT BELTS" .
2. Slowly pull out seat belt webbing while tilting the retractor assembly forward from the mounted position
without twisting the retractor assembly as shown in the illustration.
A: The webbing can be pulled out if the retractor is tilted 15°
degree or less.
B: The webbing can not be pulled out if the retractor is tilted 35°
degree or more.
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If the seat belt does not operate properly within the specifica-
tions, replace the seat belt retractor assembly.

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LATCH (LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHER FOR CHILDREN) SYSTEM PFP:75466

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Removal and Installation EHS001VF

NOTE:
The LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Children) system is not serviceable. B

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TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT PFP:88000

Removal and Installation EHS001VG

NOTE:
The top tether strap child restraint is not serviceable.

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