Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual: Basic inspection
COMPONENT INSPECTION
Inspection
AFTER A COLLISION
WARNING: Inspect all seat belt assemblies
including retractors and attaching hardware after any collision.
NISSAN/INFINITI 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 pretensioners 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-tensioners should be replaced even if the seat
belts are not in use during the collision in which the air bags are
deployed.
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
- Check the seat belt warning lamp/chime for proper operation as follows:
- Switch ignition ON. The seat belt warning lamp should illuminate.
Also, the seat belt warning chime should sound for about six seconds.
- Fasten driver's seat belt. The seat belt warning lamp should go out and
the chime (if sounding) should stop.
- If the air bag warning lamp is blinking, conduct self-diagnosis
using CONSULT, and air bag warning lamp.
Refer to SRC-12, "SRS Operation
Check".
- Check that the seat belt retractor, seat belt anchor and buckle
bolts are securely attached.
- Check the shoulder seat belt guide and shoulder belt height
adjuster for front seats. Make sure guide swivels freely and that webbing
lays flat and does not bind in guide. Make sure height adjuster operates
properly and holds securely.
- Check retractor operation:
- Fully extend the seat belt webbing and check for twists, tears or other
damage.
- 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
built up in the loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to
retract slowly.
- Fasten the seat belt. Check that 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.
- Pull the seat belt out to a length of 500 mm (19.69 in) or more.
- Use a clip or other device to hold the seat belt at the center
pillar webbing opening.
- Pass a thin wire through the through-anchor webbing opening. Hold
both ends of the wire and pull it taut while moving it up and down
several times along the webbing opening surface to remove any matter stuck
there.
- Any dirt that cannot be removed with the wire can be removed by
cleaning the opening with a clean cloth.
- Apply tape at the point where the webbing contacts the
through-anchor webbing opening.
NOTE:
Apply the tape so that there is no looseness or wrinkling.
- . Remove the clip holding the seat belt and check that the webbing
returns smoothly.
- Repeat steps above as necessary to check the other seat belts.
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON-VEHICLE CHECK
Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) and Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)
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 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 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 properly.
ELR Function Stationary Check
Grasp the shoulder webbing and pull forward quickly. The retractor should
lock and prevent the belt from extending further.
ALR Function Stationary Check
- Pull out entire length of seat belt from retractor until a click
is heard.
- 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.
- Grasp the seat belt and try to pull out the retractor. The webbing
must lock and not extend any further. If NG, replace the retractor
assembly.
- Allow the entire length of the webbing to retract to cancel the
automatic locking mode.
ELR Function Moving Check
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 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.
- Fasten driver's seat belt. Buckle a passenger into the seat for
the belt that is to be tested.
- Proceed to the designated safe area.
- Drive the vehicle at approximately 16 km/h (10 MPH). Notify any
passengers of a pending sudden stop.
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 stop, seat belts should lock and not be extended. If the seat belt
retractor assembly does not lock, perform the retractor off-vehicle check.
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR OFF-VEHICLE CHECK (PILLAR)
- Remove the seat belt retractor.
- Remove the front seat belt assembly, refer to SB-6, "Removal and
Installation".
- Slowly pull out webbing while tilting the retractor assembly
forward from the mounted position without twisting the retractor assembly
as shown in the illustration.
- The webbing can be pulled out if the retractor is tilted 15
degrees or less.
- The webbing cannot be pulled out if the retractor is tilted 35
degrees or more.
- A and B show tilting angles.
- : Front.
Replace the seat belt assembly if it does not operate within specifications.
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR OFF-VEHICLE CHECK (REAR PARCEL SHELF)
- Remove the seat belt retractor.
- Remove the rear seat belt assembly, refer to SB-8, "Removal and
Installation".
- Slowly pull out webbing while tilting the retractor assembly
forward from the mounted position without twisting the retractor assembly
as shown in the illustration.
- The webbing can be pulled out if the retractor is tilted 15
degrees or less.
- The webbing cannot be pulled out if the retractor is tilted 35
degrees or more.
- A and B show tilting angles.
- : Front.
Replace the seat belt assembly if it does not operate within specifications.
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 fro ...
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Removal and installation
POWER SOCKET
Removal and Installation
POWER SOCKET
NOTE: If the tool does not fit because of
the location of the power socket, further disassembly may be required. Refer
to IP-14, "Removal and Installation".
Removal
Remove the fuse for the power socket.
Insert one end of the Tool (A) i ...
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 ...
Outside mirrors
The outside mirror remote control will operate
only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Move the small switch 1 to select the right or left
mirror. Adjust each mirror to the desired position
using the large switch 2 .
WARNING
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on ...