Nissan Armada 2025-2026 Owner's Manual: Seat belts with pretensioners (front and second row outboard seats)
WARNING
- In the Nissan Armada, seat belt pretensioners are single-use safety devices. Once activated, they must be replaced as a complete unit together with the seat belt retractor and buckle to ensure continued protection.
- If your Nissan Armada is involved in a collision and the pretensioners do not activate, the system should still be inspected. If necessary, components must be replaced to maintain proper functionality. It is strongly recommended to visit an authorized NISSAN dealer.
- Do not perform any unauthorized modifications to the pretensioner system in the Nissan Armada. Altering components or wiring may lead to accidental activation or system failure, which can result in serious injury.
- All maintenance or repairs involving the pretensioner system in the Nissan
Armada should be carried out by a qualified NISSAN dealer.
Unauthorized diagnostic tools or electrical testing devices must never be used, as they may compromise system safety.
- If disposal of pretensioner components or the vehicle itself is required, it must be handled according to official NISSAN procedures. Improper disposal may cause injury due to unintended activation.
The pretensioner system in the Nissan Armada is designed to work in coordination with the supplemental air bag system during certain types of collisions. Its primary function is to tighten the seat belts instantly, helping to secure occupants firmly in their seats.
By reducing slack in the seat belt, the Nissan Armada pretensioner system enhances occupant restraint for both front and second row outboard passengers, improving overall crash protection.
The pretensioner mechanism is integrated into the seat belt retractor and buckle anchor assembly. Despite this advanced technology, the seat belts in the Nissan Armada are used in the same manner as conventional seat belts.
When the pretensioner activates, a loud noise may be heard, accompanied by a small amount of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. However, inhalation should be avoided as it may cause temporary irritation. Individuals with respiratory sensitivities should move to fresh air promptly.
Following activation, the load limiter function in the Nissan Armada allows the seat belt to slightly release tension if necessary. This helps reduce excessive force on the chest and lowers the risk of injury.
The supplemental air bag warning light
is used to monitor the condition of the pretensioner system in the Nissan Armada.
If this warning light indicates a malfunction, the system must be inspected immediately. It is recommended to have the Nissan Armada checked by an authorized NISSAN dealer to ensure proper operation of all safety systems.
When selling your Nissan Armada, it is essential to inform the new owner about the presence and function of the pretensioner system. Direct them to the relevant sections of this Owner’s Manual to ensure safe and informed vehicle use.
Front, front central seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag and roof-mounted
curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bag systems
*: if so equipped
In the Nissan Armada, the supplemental side-impact and curtain air bag systems
are engineered to provide enhanced protection for occupants during side collisions
and rollove ...
Supplemental air bag warning labels
The Nissan Armada is equipped with clearly visible warning labels related to
the supplemental front-impact air bag system. These labels are strategically placed
within the vehicle to remind oc ...
Other materials:
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding
in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver an ...
Hydraulic Brake System Flushing
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components
Caution.
Inspect the brake fluid for the following conditions, indicating brake fluid
contamination:
Fluid separation, indicating 2 types of fl ...
2nd row seats
Basic information
The second row seating system in the Nissan Armada is designed to provide a balance
of comfort, flexibility, and safety for passengers. Proper operation and positioning
of the 2nd row seats in the Nissan Armada are essential for ensuring maximum occupant
protection and maint ...
0.0048