Nissan Frontier: Safety - Seats, Seat Belts and Supplemental Restraint System - Head Restraints/Headrests

• Basic Information
• Adjustable Head Restraint/Headrest Components

Basic Information Nissan Frontier SUV

WARNING

Head restraints and headrests are designed to work together with the other safety systems in your Nissan Frontier. They provide additional support for the head and neck and can help reduce the risk of injury during certain rear-end collisions and other impact situations.

Adjustable head restraints/headrests must always be positioned correctly according to the recommendations in this section. Verify the adjustment whenever another person has used the seat. Never attach accessories, clothing, or other objects to the head restraint/headrest supports, and do not remove the head restraint/headrest unless necessary. Operating the Nissan Frontier without properly installed and adjusted head restraints/headrests may reduce occupant protection and increase the risk of serious injury or death during a collision. If a head restraint/headrest has been removed, it must be reinstalled and adjusted correctly before the seating position is occupied.

Crew Cab

King Cab

The illustrations above identify the seating positions in the Nissan Frontier that are equipped with head restraints or headrests. Understanding these seating configurations helps ensure that every occupant benefits from the intended safety features.

Indicates that the seating position is equipped with a head restraint.

Indicates that the seating position is equipped with a headrest.

+ Indicates that the seating position is not equipped with a head restraint or headrest (if applicable).

• Your Nissan Frontier may be equipped with integrated, adjustable, or non-adjustable head restraints/headrests depending on the seating position and vehicle configuration.
• Adjustable head restraints/headrests feature multiple locking notches along the support stalks, allowing precise positioning for improved comfort and protection.
• Non-adjustable head restraints/headrests utilize a single locking notch that secures the component to the seat structure.
• Proper Adjustment:
  • For adjustable designs, position the center of the head restraint/headrest approximately level with the center of your ears.
  • If your ears remain above the recommended alignment point, raise the head restraint/headrest to its highest available position.
• If a head restraint/headrest has been removed from the Nissan Frontier, ensure it is fully reinstalled and securely locked before anyone occupies that seating position.

Correctly adjusted head restraints/headrests are an important part of the overall occupant protection system and can significantly improve comfort during long journeys.

Adjustable Head Restraint/Headrest Components Nissan Frontier 2022

1. Removable head restraint/headrest
2. Multiple adjustment notches
3. Lock knob
4. Support stalks

Non-adjustable Head Restraint/Headrest Components

1. Removable head restraint/headrest
2. Single locking notch
3. Lock knob
4. Support stalks

Remove

Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest from your Nissan Frontier:

1. Raise the head restraint/headrest to its highest available position.

2. Press and hold the lock knob.

3. Carefully lift the head restraint/headrest out of the seat.

4. Store the removed component securely so that it cannot move freely inside the vehicle during driving.

5. Before the seating position is used again, reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint/headrest.

Always handle removed safety components carefully to avoid damage and maintain proper operation.

Install

1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks with the openings in the seat. Ensure the head restraint/headrest is facing the correct direction. The stalk containing the notch or notches 1 must be inserted into the opening equipped with the lock knob 2.

2. Press and hold the lock knob while pushing the head restraint/headrest downward into the seat.

3. Adjust the head restraint/headrest correctly before the seating position is occupied.

Proper installation helps ensure that the Nissan Frontier safety system functions as intended during everyday driving and unexpected impact situations.

Adjust

Basic Information

For adjustable head restraints/headrests:

Position the head restraint/headrest so that its center aligns approximately with the center of your ears. If your ears remain above the recommended alignment point, raise the head restraint/headrest to the highest available setting.

Proper positioning helps maximize the effectiveness of the Nissan Frontier occupant protection system while also improving comfort.

For non-adjustable head restraints/headrests:

Verify that the lock knob is fully engaged in the locking notch before using the seating position.

Always confirm that the component is securely locked and cannot move unexpectedly.

Raise

To raise the head restraint/headrest, simply pull it upward until the desired position is reached.

Make sure the locking mechanism engages properly before operating the Nissan Frontier.

Correct height adjustment helps provide improved support for the head and neck area.

Lower

To lower the head restraint/headrest, press and hold the lock knob while pushing the assembly downward.

After adjustment, verify that the lock knob is securely engaged in the selected notch.

Regularly checking head restraint/headrest positioning helps ensure that every Nissan Frontier occupant benefits from the highest possible level of comfort and safety.