Nissan Murano: Restraints / Seat Belt :: Precaution. Precautions

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"

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 collisions.

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” sections of this Service Manual.

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation:

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation:

CAUTION:

• Before removing the seat belt pre-tensioner assembly, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at least three minutes. For approximately three minutes after the battery terminals have been removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not attempt work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least three minutes have passed.

• After replacing or reinstalling seat belt pre-tensioner assembly or reconnecting seat belt pre-tensioner assembly connector, make sure entire SRS operates properly. Refer to SRS Operation Check.

• Do not disassemble buckle or seat belt assembly.

• Replace anchor bolts if they are deformed or worn out.

• Do not oil tongue or 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.

• When removing or disassembling each component, be careful not to damage or deform it. If a component may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.

• When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar tool, be sure to wrap the component with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.

• Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and prevent them from being dropped.

• Replace a deformed or damaged clip.

• If a part is specified as a non-reusable part, always replace it with a new one.

• Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts securely to the specified torque.

• After installation is complete, be sure to check that each part works properly.

• Follow the steps below to clean components:

  • Water soluble dirt:

    1. Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, wring the water out of the cloth and wipe the dirty area.

    2. Then rub with a soft, dry cloth.

  • Oily dirt:

    1. Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%) and wipe the dirty area.

    2. Then dip a cloth into fresh water, wring the water out of the cloth and wipe the detergent off.

    3. Then rub with a soft, dry cloth.

  • Do not use organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol or gasoline.

  • For genuine leather seats, use a genuine leather seat cleaner.