1999 Nissan Pathfinder Owner's Manual - Page 22

When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the supplemental side air bag inflates, the occupant may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. ¼ Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks. They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation. SSS0140 ¼ The seat belts and the supplemental side air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental side air bags inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the supplemental side air bags on the side of the seatback of the front seat. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seat to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-15