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Infiniti QX60 Owner'S Manual
Infiniti QX60 Owner'S Manual
Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking Additionally, a separate Customer Care Before driving your vehicle, please read this
about vehicle design. It integrates advanced en- and Lemon Law Information Booklet will Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure famil-
gineering and superior craftsmanship with a explain how to resolve any concerns you iarity with controls and maintenance require-
simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated may have with your vehicle, as well as ments, assisting you in the safe operation of your
with traditional Japanese culture. clarify your rights under your state’s lemon vehicle.
law.
The result is a different notion of luxury and WARNING
In addition to factory-installed options, your ve-
beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the
hicle may also be equipped with additional ac- IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE-
sense of harmony that the vehicle evokes in its
cessories installed by INFINITI or by your INFINITI MINDERS FOR SAFETY!
driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with retailer prior to delivery. It is important that you
the INFINITI — from the way it looks and drives to familiarize yourself with all disclosures, warnings, Follow these important driving rules to
the high level of retailer service. cautions and instructions concerning proper use help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle for you and your passengers!
To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the
fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner’s and/or accessory. See an INFINITI retailer for ● NEVER drive under the influence of al-
Manual immediately. It explains all of the features, details concerning the particular accessories cohol or drugs.
controls and performance characteristics of your with which your vehicle is equipped.
● ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
INFINITI; it also provides important instructions and never drive too fast for conditions.
and safety information.
● ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
A separate Warranty Information Booklet and avoid using vehicle features or taking
is included in your Owner’s literature port- other actions that could distract you.
folio. The INFINITI Service and Mainte-
nance Guide explains details about main- ● ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
taining and servicing your vehicle. Always priate child restraint systems. Pre-teen
carry it with you when you take your vehicle children should be seated in the rear seat.
to an INFINITI retailer. The Warranty Infor- ● ALWAYS provide information about the
mation Booklet contents provide complete proper use of vehicle safety features to
information about all warranties covering all occupants of the vehicle.
this vehicle, the requirements to keep the
warranties in effect as well as the INFINITI ● ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual
Roadside Assistance program. for important safety information.
For descriptions specified for all-wheel drive MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This manual includes information for all options
models, an AWD mark is placed at the beginning available on this model. Therefore, you may find
of the applicable sections/items. This vehicle should not be modified. some information that does not apply to your
Modification could affect its vehicle.
As with other vehicles with features for performance, safety or durability and may
off-road use, failure to operate all-wheel All information, specifications and illustrations in
even violate governmental regulations. In this manual are those in effect at the time of
drive models correctly may result in loss of
addition, damage or performance prob- printing. INFINITI reserves the right to change
control or an accident. Be sure to read
lems resulting from modifications may specifications or design at any time without no-
“Driving safety precautions” in the “Start-
not be covered under INFINITI warranties. tice.
ing and driving” section of this manual.
ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD DRIV-
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
ING THIS MANUAL
This vehicle will handle and maneuver You will see various symbols in this manual. They
differently from an ordinary passenger are used in the following ways:
car because it has a higher center of
gravity for off-road use. As with other WARNING
vehicles with features of this type, fail- This is used to indicate the presence of a
ure to operate this vehicle correctly may hazard that could cause death or serious
result in loss of control or an accident. personal injury. To avoid or reduce the
risk, the procedures must be followed
Be sure to read “On-pavement and off- precisely.
road driving precautions,” “Avoiding col-
lision and rollover” and “Driving safety CAUTION
precautions” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual. This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause minor or moder-
ate personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the pro-
cedures must be followed carefully.
BLUETOOTH® is a
trademark owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and licensed to
Clarion.
Gracenote® is a regis-
tered trademark of
Gracenote, Inc. The
Gracenote logo and
logo type, and the
APD1005 “Powered by
If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” Gracenote” logo are
or “Do not let this happen.” trademarks of
Gracenote.
If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra-
tion, it means the arrow points to the front of the
vehicle.
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6
Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8
Exterior rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Warning/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-9
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5
LII2032
EXTERIOR FRONT
LII2212
EXTERIOR REAR
LII2213
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
LII2033
INSTRUMENT PANEL
23. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-12) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
24. Cruise control main/set switches and er’s Manual (if so equipped).
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) main/ Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
set switches (if so equipped) (P.5-53) rentheses for operating details.
25. Distance Control Assist (DCA)
(if so equipped) (P. 5-72)
26. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-29)
27. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
(P. 4-96)
28. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(P. 4-81)
29. Hood release (P. 3-22)
30. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-43)
Heated steering wheel switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-41)
Headlight aiming control (P. 2-35)
Warning System switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-43)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-44)
Liftgate release switch (P. 3-23)
Power liftgate main switch (P. 3-23)
31. Control panel and Vehicle Information
Display switches (P. 4-11, 2-17)
VQ35DE engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-12)
2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-7)
3. Drive belt location (P. 8-17)
4. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-9)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)
8. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
9. Fuse box/fusible links (P. 8-22)
10. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
11. Battery (P. 8-14)
12. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-9)
13. Radiator cap (P. 8-7)
14. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
(P. 8-14)
NOTE:
Engine cover removed for clarity.
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
LDI2498
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
Anti-lock Braking 2-9 Master warning light 2-12 High beam indicator 2-13
System (ABS) warn- light (blue)
ing light
Power steering 2-12 Intelligent Brake 2-13
Brake warning light 2-9 warning light Assist (IBA) off indi-
cator light (if so
or Seat belt warning 2-12 equipped)
light and chime
Malfunction indica- 2-14
Supplemental air 2-13 tor light (MIL)
Charge warning 2-10 bag warning light
light Security indicator 2-14
Indicator Name Page light
Engine oil pressure 2-10 light
warning light Side light and head- 2-15
ECO Mode indica- 2-13 light indicator light
Low tire pressure 2-10 tor light (green)
warning light
Fog light indicator 2-13 Slip indicator light 2-15
Low windshield- 2-11 light
washer fluid warning
light Front passenger air 2-13 SPORT mode indi- 2-15
bag status light cator light
SEATS
ARS1152 CAUTION
WARNING ● For the most effective protection when When adjusting the seat positions, be
the vehicle is in motion, the seat should sure not to contact any moving parts to
● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when be upright. Always sit well back in the avoid possible injuries and/or damage.
the seatback is reclined. This can be seat with both feet on the floor and
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not adjust the seat properly. For additional
be against your body. In an accident, information, refer to “Precautions on
you could be thrown into it and receive seat belt usage” in this section.
neck or other serious injuries. You
could also slide under the lap belt and ● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat
receive serious internal injuries. to make sure it is securely locked.
● Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents.
LRS2130
WARNING
● After adjustment, gently rock in the seat
to make sure it is securely locked.
● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
LRS2143 the seatback is reclined. This can be LRS2142
Outboard seats dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident, One touch walk-in function
2ND ROW BENCH SEAT you could be thrown into it and receive The 3rd row can be accessed from outside the
ADJUSTMENT neck or other serious injuries. You vehicle by using the seatback release lever lo-
could also slide under the lap belt and cated on the upper outboard side of the seatback
Forward and backward receive serious internal injuries. on the 2nd row bench seat. If a child safety seat is
Pull the center of the bar s
1 up and hold it while
● For the most effective protection when installed on the passenger’s side of the 2nd row
you slide the seat forward or backward to the the vehicle is in motion, the seat should seat, the 3rd row can be accessed without re-
desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat be upright. Always sit well back in the moving the child safety seat.
in position. seat and adjust the seat belt properly.
Reclining For additional information, refer to
“Precautions on seat belt usage” in this
To recline the seatback, pull up on the lever s 2 section.
and lean back. To bring the seatback forward, pull
the lever s 2 up and lean your body forward.
Release the lever to lock the seatback in position.
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-5
LRS2144 LRS2145
Folding the 2nd row bench seat 3rd row manual folding seats
To fold the 2nd row bench seat flat for maximum To fold the 3rd row seats flat for maximum cargo
cargo hauling: capacity:
1. Make sure that the head 1. Pull the strap s 1 to release the head
restraints/headrests are lowered. To remove restraint/headrest forward.
the head restraints/headrests, push and 2. Stow the 3rd row seat belts in the seat belt
hold the lock knob while moving the head hooks s4 found on the sides of the cargo
restraints/headrests in an upward direction. area.
Store the head restraints/headrests properly
3. Pull up on the latch s
2 located in the upper
so it is not loose in the vehicle.
corner of each seatback and lower the seat-
2. Stow the 2nd row seat belts in the seat belt back forward over the seat base.
hooks found on the sides of the vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS
LRS2302 LRS2302
SEAT BELTS
WARNING
When the seat is returned to the normal
seating position, the head
restraint/headrest must be returned to the
upright position to properly protect ve-
hicle occupants.
SSS0136
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-
justed and you are sitting upright and well back in
your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances
of being injured or killed in a collision and/or the
severity of injury may be greatly reduced. INFINITI
strongly encourages you and all of your passen-
gers to buckle up every time you drive, even if
your seating position includes a supplemental air
bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories specify that seat belts be worn at
all times when a vehicle is being driven.
SSS0134 SSS0016
WARNING WARNING
● Every person who drives or rides in this ● The seat belt should be properly ad-
vehicle should use a seat belt at all justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may
times. Children should be properly re- reduce the effectiveness of the entire
strained in the rear seat and, if appro- restraint system and increase the
priate, in a child restraint. chance or severity of injury in an acci-
dent. Serious injury or death can occur if
the seat belt is not worn properly.
● Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely ● Once a seat belt pretensioner has acti-
fastened to the proper buckle. vated, it cannot be reused and must be
replaced together with the retractor.
● Do not wear the seat belt inside out or
See your INFINITI retailer.
twisted. Doing so may reduce its
effectiveness. ● Removal and installation of preten-
sioner system components should be
● Do not allow more than one person to
done by an INFINITI retailer.
use the same seat belt.
● All seat belt assemblies, including re-
● Never carry more people in the vehicle
tractors and attaching hardware, should
than there are seat belts.
be inspected after any collision by an
● If the seat belt warning light glows con- INFINITI retailer. INFINITI recommends
tinuously while the ignition is turned that all seat belt assemblies in use dur-
ON with all doors closed and all seat ing a collision be replaced unless the
SSS0014 belts fastened, it may indicate a mal- collision was minor and the belts show
function in the system. Have the system no damage and continue to operate
WARNING checked by an INFINITI retailer. properly. Seat belt assemblies not in
● Always route the shoulder belt over ● No changes should be made to the seat use during a collision should also be
your shoulder and across your chest. belt system. For example, do not modify inspected and replaced if either dam-
Never put the belt behind your back, the seat belt, add material, or install age or improper operation is noted.
under your arm or across your neck. The devices that may change the seat belt ● All child restraints and attaching hard-
belt should be away from your face and routing or tension. Doing so may affect ware should be inspected after any col-
neck, but not falling off your shoulder. the operation of the seat belt system. lision. Always follow the restraint
● Position the lap belt as low and snug as Modifying or tampering with the seat manufacturer’s inspection instructions
possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE belt system may result in serious per- and replacement recommendations.
WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could sonal injury. The child restraints should be replaced
increase the risk of internal injuries in if they are damaged.
an accident.
If the motor cannot retract the seat belt when the ● For the most effective protection when
seat belt is fastened or unfastened, it may indi- the vehicle is in motion, the seat should
cate the pre-crash seat belt system has a mal- be upright. Always sit well back in the
function. Have your INFINITI retailer check and seat with both feet on the floor and
repair the system. adjust the seat belt properly.
When the seat belt is retracted repeatedly in a ● Do not allow children to play with the
short period of time, the motor may not be able to seat belts. Most seating positions are
retract the seat belt. After 8 minutes, the motor equipped with Automatic Locking Re-
reactivates and retracts the seat belt. If the seat tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat
belt still cannot be retracted by the motor, the belt becomes wrapped around a child’s
pre-crash seat belt system has a malfunction. neck with the ALR mode activated, the
Have your INFINITI retailer check and repair the child can be seriously injured or killed if
system. the seat belt retracts and becomes
tight. This can occur even if the vehicle LRS2148
THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to
Front seat shown
WITH RETRACTOR release the child. If the seat belt cannot
be unbuckled or is already unbuckled, Fastening the seat belts
WARNING release the child by cutting the seat belt 1. Adjust the seat. For additional information,
with a suitable tool (such as a knife or refer to “Seats” in this section.
● Every person who drives or rides in this scissors) to release the seat belt.
vehicle should use a seat belt at all
times.
● Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident,
you could be thrown into it and receive
neck or other serious injuries. You
could also slide under the lap belt and
receive serious internal injuries.
WRS0139 SSS0896
Unfastening the seat belts sA Shoulder belt height adjust button
s
1 To unfasten the seat belt, press the button on Shoulder belt height adjustment (front
the buckle. The seat belt automatically re-
tracts.
and 2nd row outboard seats)
The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad-
Checking seat belt operation justed to the position best for you. For additional
Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt information, refer to “Precautions on seat belt
movement by two separate methods: usage” in this section.
● When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the To adjust, push the button and then move the
retractor. shoulder belt anchor to the desired position so
● When the vehicle slows down rapidly. that the belt passes over the center of the shoul-
der. The belt should be away from your face and
neck, but not falling off of your shoulder. Release Seat belt extenders are available for the:
the adjustment button to lock the shoulder belt
● Driver and front passenger seating position
anchor into position.
● 2nd and 3rd row seating position
WARNING
See an INFINITI retailer for assistance with pur-
● After adjustment, release the adjust- chasing an extender if an extender is required.
ment button and try to move the shoul-
der belt anchor up and down to make WARNING
sure it is securely fixed in position.
● Only INFINITI seat belt extenders, made
● The shoulder belt anchor height should by the same company which made the
be adjusted to the position best for you. original equipment seat belts, should
Failure to do so may reduce the effec- be used with INFINITI seat belts.
tiveness of the entire restraint system
and increase the chance or severity of ● Adults and children who can use the
LRS2157
injury in an accident. standard seat belt should not use an
3rd row shown; 2nd row similar extender. Such unnecessary use could
● The shoulder belt should rest on the Seat belt hook result in serious personal injury in the
middle of the shoulder. It must not rest event of an accident.
against the neck. When the seat belt is not in use and when folding
down the rear seats, hook the rear seat belts on ● Never use seat belt extenders to install
● Be sure that the seat belt is not twisted child restraints. If the child restraint is
the seat belt hooks.
in any way. not secured properly, the child could be
● Be sure that the shoulder belt anchor is SEAT BELT EXTENDERS seriously injured in a collision or a sud-
secured by trying to move the shoulder den stop.
If, because of body size or driving position, it is
belt anchor up and down after not possible to properly fit the lap/shoulder belt
adjustment.
and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with
the installed seat belts is available for purchase.
The extender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm)
of length and may be used for either the driver or
front passenger seating position.
1-22 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
CHILD SAFETY
A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle by SMALL CHILDREN Once a child outgrows the height or weight limit
using either the LATCH (Lower Anchor and Teth- of the harness-equipped forward-facing child re-
ers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle seat Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at straint, INFINITI recommends that the child be
belt. For additional information, refer to “Child least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing placed in a commercially available booster seat to
restraints” in this section. child restraint as long as possible up to the height obtain proper seat belt fit. For a seat belt to fit
or weight limit of the child restraint. Children who properly, the booster seat should raise the child
INFINITI recommends that all pre-teens outgrow the height or weight limit of the rear- so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned
and children be restrained in the rear seat. facing child restraint and are at least 1 year old across the chest and the top, middle portion of
Studies show that children are safer when should be secured in a forward-facing child re- the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not cross
properly restrained in the rear seat than in straint with a harness. Refer to the manufactur- the neck or face and should not fall off the shoul-
the front seat. er’s instructions for minimum and maximum der. The lap belt should lie snugly across the
This is especially important because your weight and height recommendations. INFINITI lower hips or upper thighs, not the abdomen. A
vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys- recommends that small children be placed in booster seat can only be used in seating posi-
tem (Air bag system) for the front passen- child restraints that comply with Federal Motor tions that have a three-point type seat belt. The
ger. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve- booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have
“Supplemental restraint system (SRS)” in hicle Safety Standards. You should choose a a label certifying that it complies with Federal
this section. child restraint that fits your vehicle and always Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo-
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for instal- tor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has
INFANTS lation and use. grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near
Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed LARGER CHILDREN the face and neck and the lap belt can be posi-
in a rear-facing child restraint. INFINITI recom- tioned properly across the lower hips or upper
mends that infants be placed in child restraints Children should remain in a forward-facing child thighs use the seat belt without the booster seat.
that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety restraint with a harness until they reach the maxi-
Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety mum height or weight limit allowed by the child WARNING
Standards. You should choose a child restraint restraint manufacturer.
Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat
that fits your vehicle and always follow the manu- and do not allow a child in the cargo area.
facturer’s instructions for installation and use. The child could be seriously injured or
killed in a sudden stop or collision.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
– Child restraint anchorages are de- ● If the child restraint is compatible with your
CAUTION
signed to withstand only those loads vehicle, place your child in the child restraint
imposed by correctly fitted child re- A child restraint in a closed vehicle can and check the various adjustments to be
straints. Under no circumstances are become very hot. Check the seating sur- sure the child restraint is compatible with
they to be used to attach adult seat face and buckles before placing a child in your child. Choose a child restraint that is
belts, or other items or equipment to the child restraint. designed for your child’s height and weight.
the vehicle. Doing so could damage Always follow all recommended procedures.
This vehicle is equipped with a universal child
the child restraint anchorages. The restraint anchor system, referred to as the LATCH ● If the combined weight of the child and child
child restraint will not be properly (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) sys- restraint is less than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), you
installed using the damaged anchor- tem. Some child restraints include rigid or may use either the LATCH anchors or the
ages, and a child could be seriously seat belt to install the child restraint (not both
webbing-mounted attachments that can be con-
injured or killed in a collision. at the same time).
nected to these anchors. For additional informa-
– Never use the anchor points for adult tion, refer to “LATCH (Lower Anchors and Teth- ● If the combined weight of the child and child
seat belts or harnesses. ers for CHildren) system” in this section. restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use
– A child restraint with a top tether the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower an-
If you do not have a LATCH compatible child chors) to install the child restraint.
strap should not be used in the front restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used.
passenger seat. ● Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac-
Several manufacturers offer child restraints for turer’s instructions for installation.
– Keep seatbacks as upright as pos-
infants and children of various sizes. When se-
sible after fitting the child restraint. All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
lecting any child restraint, keep the following
– Infants and children should always points in mind: territories require that infants and small
be placed in an appropriate child re- children be restrained in an approved child
straint while in the vehicle. ● Choose only a restraint with a label certifying restraint at all times while the vehicle is
that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle being operated. Canadian law requires the
● When the child restraint is not in use, Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor top tether strap on forward-facing child re-
keep it secured with the LATCH system Vehicle Safety Standard 213. straints be secured to the designated an-
or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or colli- chor point on the vehicle.
sion, loose objects can injure occupants ● Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be
or damage the vehicle. sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat
and seat belt system.
child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint – Inspect the lower anchors by insert-
manufacturer’s instructions for installation. ing your fingers into the lower anchor
The LATCH lower anchor points are provided to area. Feel to make sure there are no
install child restraints in the following positions obstructions over the anchors such
only: as seat belt webbing or seat cushion
material. The child restraint will not
● 2nd row bench seat – outboard seating be secured properly if the lower an-
positions chors are obstructed.
LATCH lower anchor – Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
WARNING imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstances are
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc- they to be used to attach adult seat
LRS2137 tions for proper use and installation of belts, or other items or equipment to
child restraints could result in serious in- the vehicle. Doing so could damage
LATCH system lower anchor locations - jury or death of a child or other passen- the child restraint anchorages. The
bench seat gers in a sudden stop or collision: child restraint will not be properly
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers – Attach LATCH system compatible installed using the damaged anchor-
for CHildren) SYSTEM child restraints only at the locations ages, and a child could be seriously
shown in the illustration. injured or killed in a collision.
Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor
points that are used with LATCH system compat- – Do not secure a child restraint in the
ible child restraints. This system may also be 2nd row center position using the
referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible LATCH system anchors. The child re-
system. With this system, you do not have to use straint will not be secured properly.
a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint
unless the combined weight of the child and child
restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If the com-
bined weight of the child and child restraint is
greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s
seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-27
If you have any questions when installing a top INFINITI does not recommend the use of the
tether strap, consult your INFINITI retailer for lower anchors if the combined weight of the child
details. and the child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If
the combined weight of the child and the child
REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use the
INSTALLATION USING LATCH vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to
install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the
WARNING child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for in-
stallation.
Child restraint anchorages are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed by Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child
correctly fitted child restraints. Under no restraint in the 2nd row seats using the LATCH
circumstances are they to be used to at- system:
tach adult seat belts, or other items or
1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al-
equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could
LRS2508 ways follow the child restraint manufactur-
damage the child restraint anchorages.
3rd row bench seat er’s instructions.
The child restraint will not be properly
s1 Top tether strap installed using the damaged anchorages,
and a child could be seriously injured or
s
2 Anchor point killed in a collision.
Top tether anchor point locations For additional information, refer to all Warnings
Anchor points are located in the following loca- and Cautions in the “Child Safety” and “Child
tions: Restraint” sections of this manual before install-
ing a child restraint.
● 2nd row bench on the bottom of the seat-
back in the seating positions shown.
● 3rd row bench on the bottom of the seat-
back on the passenger side seating position
as shown.
LRS0674 WRS0256
Rear-facing – step 4 REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
4. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-
fore you place the child in it. Push it from side
INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT
to side while holding the child restraint near BELTS
the LATCH attachment path. The child re-
straint should not move more than 1 inch
(25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check to see if the LATCH at-
tachment holds the restraint in place. If the
restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH
attachment as necessary, or put the restraint
in another seat and test it again. You may
need to try a different child restraint or try
installing by using the vehicle seat belt (if
applicable). Not all child restraints fit in all
types of vehicles.
1-32 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
WRS0256
Rear-facing – step 1
For additional information, refer to all Warnings
and Cautions in the “Child safety” and “Child
restraints” sections of this manual before install-
ing a child restraint.
INFINITI does not recommend the use of the
lower anchors if the combined weight of the child
and the child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If
the combined weight of the child and the child
restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use the
vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) to
install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the
child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for in-
stallation.
LRS2398 LRS2399
Forward-facing webbing-mounted – step 2 Forward-facing rigid-mounted – step 2
2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- 3. The back of the child restraint should be
ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check secured against the vehicle seatback.
to make sure the LATCH attachment is prop- If necessary, adjust or remove the head
erly attached to the lower anchors. restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child
If the child restraint is equipped with a top restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is
tether strap, route the top tether strap and removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure
secure the tether strap to the tether anchor to reinstall the head restraint/headrest
point. For additional information, refer to “In- when the child restraint is removed. For
additional information, refer to “Head
stalling top tether strap” in this section. Do
restraints/headrests” in this section for head
not install child restraints that require the use
restraint/headrest adjustment information.
of a top tether strap in seating positions that
do not have a top tether anchor.
LRS0671 WRS0697
Forward-facing – step 4 Forward-facing – step 6
4. For child restraints that are equipped with 6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-
webbing-mounted attachments, remove any fore you place the child in it. Push it from side
additional slack from the anchor attach- to side while holding the child restraint near
ments. Press downward and rearward firmly the LATCH attachment path. The child re-
in the center of the child restraint with your straint should not move more than 1 inch
knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion (25 mm), from side to side. Try to tug it
and seatback while tightening the webbing forward and check to see if the LATCH at-
of the anchor attachments. tachment holds the restraint in place. If the
5. Tighten the tether strap according to the restraint is not secure, tighten the LATCH
manufacturer’s instructions to remove any attachment as necessary, or put the restraint
slack. in another seat and test it again. You may
need to try a different child restraint. Not all
child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.
7. Check to make sure the child restraint is 2nd row bench seat
properly secured prior to each use. If the
child restraint is loose, repeat steps 3 OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS
through 6. 1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and
store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall
the head restraint/headrest when the child
restraint is removed. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Head restraints/headrests” in
this section for head restraint/headrest ad-
justment, removal and installation informa-
tion.
2. Position the top tether strap s
1 over the
seatback.
LRS2554
3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor
2nd row bench seat
point s2 on the bottom of the seatback
s
1 Top tether strap behind the child restraint.
s
2 Anchor point 4. Tighten the tether strap according to the
Installing top tether strap manufacturer’s instructions to remove any
slack.
The child restraint top tether strap must be used
when installing the child restraint with the LATCH If you have any questions when installing a
lower anchor attachments. top tether strap, consult your INFINITI re-
tailer for details.
First, secure the child restraint with the LATCH
lower anchors (2nd row bench outboarding seat-
ing positions only).
WRS0680 LRS0667
Forward-facing – step 3 Forward-facing – step 4
3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child 4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully
restraint and insert it into the buckle until you extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor
hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to is in the ALR mode (child restraint mode). It
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s in- reverts to ELR mode when the seat belt is
structions for belt routing. fully retracted.
If the child restraint is equipped with a top
tether strap, route the top tether strap and
secure the tether strap to the tether anchor
point (rear seat installation only). For addi-
tional information, refer to “Installing top
tether strap” in this section. Do not install
child restraints that require the use of a top
tether strap in seating positions that do not
have a top tether anchor.
LRS0865 LRS2553
Forward-facing – step 10 2nd row bench seat
10. If the child restraint is installed in the front s
1 Top tether strap
passenger seat, place the ignition switch in
the ON position. The front passenger air bag s
2 Anchor point
status light should illuminate. If this Installing top tether strap
light is not illuminated refer to “Front passen-
ger air bag and status light” in this section. The child restraint top tether strap must be used
Move the child restraint to another when installing the child restraint with seat belts.
seating position. Have the system First, secure the child restraint with the seat belt.
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
After the child restraint is removed and the seat
belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child re-
straint mode) is canceled.
2nd row bench seat 3. Tighten the tether strap according to the
manufacturer’s instructions to remove any
OUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS
slack. Make sure the head restraint/headrest
1. Remove the head restraint/headrest and does not contact the top tether strap.
store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall
If you have any questions when installing a
the head restraint/headrest when the child
top tether strap, consult your INFINITI re-
restraint is removed. For additional informa-
tailer for details.
tion, refer to “Head restraints/headrests” in
this section for head restraint/headrest ad-
justment, removal and installation informa- WARNING
tion. Child restraint anchorages are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed by
2. Position the top tether strap s
1 over the
correctly fitted child restraints. Under no
seatback.
circumstances are they to be used to at-
3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor tach adult seat belts, or other items or LRS2508
point s2 on the bottom of the seatback equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could 3rd row bench seat
behind the child restraint. damage the child restraint anchorages.
The child restraint will not be properly s
1 Top tether strap
4. Tighten the tether strap according to the
manufacturer’s instructions to remove any
installed using the damaged anchorage, s
2 Anchor point
and a child could be seriously injured or
slack. 3rd row bench seat
killed in a collision.
CENTER SEATING POSITION
WARNING
1. Position the top tether strap s
1 over the
seatback. In the 3rd row bench seat, a child restraint
with a top tether strap can only be used on
2. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor the passenger side seating position. Do
point s2 on the bottom of the seatback not place in the driver’s side seating posi-
behind the child restraint. tion and attempt to angle the tether strap
to the passenger side seating position.
WRS0699 LRS0454
1. If you must install a booster seat in the Front passenger position
front seat, move the seat to the rear- 3. The booster seat should be positioned on
most position. the vehicle seat so that it is stable.
2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only If necessary, adjust or remove the head
place it in a front-facing direction. Always restraint/headrest to obtain the correct
follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- booster seat fit. If the head
structions. restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a
secure place. Be sure to reinstall the
head restraint/headrest when the
booster seat is removed. For additional
information, refer to “Head
restraints/headrests” in this section for head
restraint/headrest adjustment, removal and
installation information.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)
WARNING
● Never let children ride unrestrained or
extend their hands or face out of the
window. Do not attempt to hold them in
your lap or arms. Some examples of
dangerous riding positions are shown
in the illustrations.
WARNING
● Children may be severely injured or
killed when the front air bags, side air
bags or curtain air bags inflate if they
are not properly restrained. Pre-teens
and children should be properly re-
strained in the rear seat, if possible.
● Even with the INFINITI Advanced Air
Bag System, never install a rear-facing
child restraint in the front seat. An in-
flating front air bag could seriously in-
jure or kill your child. For additional
information, refer to “Child restraints”
in this section.
WARNING
Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bags and roof-mounted curtain
side-impact and rollover supplemental air
bags:
● The side air bags and curtain air bags
ordinarily will not inflate in the event of
a frontal impact, rear impact, or lower
severity side collision. Always wear
your seat belts to help reduce the risk or
severity of injury in various kinds of
accidents.
WARNING
● The seat belts, the side air bags and
curtain air bags are most effective when
you are sitting well back and upright in
the seat with both feet on the floor. The
side air bag and curtain air bag inflate
with great force. Do not allow anyone to
place their hand, leg or face near the
side air bag on the side of the seatback
of the front seat or near the side roof
rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the
front seats or rear outboard seats to
extend their hand out of the window or
lean against the door. Some examples WRS0363 SSS0159
of dangerous riding positions are
shown in the previous illustrations. WARNING
● When sitting in the 2nd row rear seat, do
not hold onto the seatback of the front
seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may
be seriously injured. Be especially care-
ful with children, who should always be
properly restrained. Some examples of
dangerous riding positions are shown
in the illustrations.
● Do not use seat covers on the front
seatbacks. They may interfere with side
air bag inflation.
LRS2534
● If a forward-facing child restraint is in- This vehicle is equipped with the INFINITI Ad-
WARNING
stalled in the front passenger seat, do vanced Air Bag System for the driver and front
To ensure proper operation of the passen- not position the front passenger seat so passenger seats. This system is designed to
ger’s advanced air bag system, please ob- the child restraint contacts the instru- meet certification requirements under U.S. regu-
serve the following items. ment panel. If the child restraint does lations. It is also permitted in Canada. However,
● Do not allow a passenger in the rear contact the instrument panel, the sys- all of the information, cautions and warn-
seat to push or pull on the seatback tem may determine the seat is occupied ings in this manual still apply and must be
pocket. and the passenger air bag may deploy followed.
in a collision. Also the front passenger
● Do not place heavy loads heavier than The driver supplemental front-impact air bag is
air bag status light may not illuminate.
2.2 lb (1 kg) on the seatback, head located in the center of the steering wheel. The
For additional information, refer to
restraint/headrest or in the seatback passenger supplemental front-impact air bag is
“Child restraints” in this section for in-
pocket. mounted in the dashboard above the glove box.
formation about installing and using
The front air bags are designed to inflate in higher
● Do not store luggage behind the seat child restraints.
severity frontal collisions, although they may in-
that can press into the seatback.
● Confirm the operating condition with flate if the forces in another type of collision are
● Do not position the front passenger the front passenger air bag status light. similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact.
seat so it contacts the rear seat. If the They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions.
● If you notice that the front passenger air
front seat does contact the rear seat, Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
bag status light is not operating as de-
the air bag system may determine a indication of proper front air bag system opera-
scribed in this section, please take your
sensor malfunction has occurred and tion.
vehicle to your INFINITI retailer to check
the front passenger air bag status light
the occupant classification system. The INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System has dual
may illuminate and the supplemental
air bag warning light may flash. ● Until you have confirmed with your re- stage inflators. It also monitors information from
tailer that your passenger seat occu- the crash zone sensor, the Air bag Control Unit
pant classification system is working (ACU), seat belt buckle sensor and Occupant
properly, position the occupants in the Classification Sensor (weight sensor). Inflator
rear seating positions. operation is based on the severity of a collision
and seat belt usage for the driver. For the front
passenger, the occupant classification sensor is
also monitored. Based on information from the
sensor, only one front air bag may inflate in a
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-55
crash, depending on the crash severity and Front air bags, along with the use of seat belts,
whether the front occupants are belted or un- help to cushion the impact force on the face and
belted. Additionally, the front passenger air bag chest of the front occupants. They can help save
may be automatically turned off under some con- lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an
ditions, depending on the weight detected on the inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions
passenger seat and how the seat belt is used. If or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide
the front passenger air bag is OFF, the passenger restraint to the lower body.
air bag status light will be illuminated (if the seat is
Even with INFINITI advanced air bags, seat belts
unoccupied, the light will not be illuminated, but
should be correctly worn and the driver and pas-
the air bag will be off). For additional information,
senger seated upright as far as practical away
refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light”
from the steering wheel or instrument panel. The
in this section. One front air bag inflating does not
front air bags inflate quickly in order to help
indicate improper performance of the system.
protect the front occupants. Because of this, the
If you have any questions about your air bag force of the front air bag inflating can increase the
system, please contact INFINITI or your INFINITI risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is LRS0865
retailer. If you are considering modification of against, the front air bag module during inflation. Front passenger air bag and status light
your vehicle due to a disability, you may also
The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision.
contact INFINITI. Contact information is con- WARNING
tained in the front of this Owner’s Manual. The front air bags operate only when the
The front passenger air bag is designed to
ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise automatically turn OFF under some condi-
may be heard, followed by the release of smoke. After placing the ignition switch in the ON tions. Read this section carefully to learn
This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a position, the supplemental air bag warning how it operates. Proper use of the seat,
fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may light illuminates. The supplemental air bag seat belt and child restraints is necessary
cause irritation and choking. Those with a history warning light will turn off after about 7 sec- for most effective protection. Failure to
of a breathing condition should get fresh air onds if the system is operational. follow all instructions in this manual con-
promptly. cerning the use of seats, seat belts and
child restraints can increase the risk or
severity of injury in an accident.
Status light ● Occupied passenger seat and the passen- The occupant classification sensor in this vehicle
ger meets the conditions as outlined in the is a weight sensor. It is designed to detect an
The front passenger seat is equipped with an
Safety section of the owner’s manual: occupant and objects on the seat by weight. For
Occupant Classification Sensor (weight sensor)
The light is OFF to indicate that the example, if a child is in the front passenger seat,
that turns the front passenger air bag on or off
front passenger air bag is operational. the Advanced Air Bag System is designed to turn
depending on the weight applied to the passen-
the passenger air bag OFF in accordance with
ger seat. The status of the passenger air bag (ON In addition to the above, certain objects placed the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type
or OFF) is indicated by a passenger air bag on the front passenger seat may also cause the specified in the regulations is on the seat, its
status light which is located on the instru- light to operate as described above depending weight and the child’s weight can be detected
ment panel. on their weight. and cause the air bag to turn OFF.
After the ignition switch is placed in the 9ON9 For additional information related to the normal Front passenger seat adult occupants who are
position, the front passenger air bag status light operation and troubleshooting of this Occupant properly seated and using the seat belt as out-
on the instrument panel illuminates for about Classification Sensor system, please refer to lined in this manual should not cause the passen-
7 seconds and then turns off or remains illumi- “Normal operation” and “Troubleshooting” in this ger air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For
nated depending on the front passenger seat section. small adults it may be turned OFF, however if the
occupied status. The light operates as follows: occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cush-
Front passenger air bag
ion (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting
● Unoccupied passenger’s seat: The The front passenger air bag is designed to auto- on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out
light is OFF and the front passenger air bag matically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated of position), this could cause the sensor to turn
is OFF and will not inflate in a crash. under some conditions as described below in the air bag OFF. Always be sure to be seated and
accordance with U.S. regulations. If the front wearing the seat belt properly for the most effec-
● Passenger’s seat occupied by a small adult,
passenger air bag is OFF it will not inflate in a tive protection by the seat belt and supplemental
child or child restraint as outlined in the
crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your air bag.
Safety section of the owner’s manual: vehicle are not part of this system.
The light illuminates to indicate that INFINITI recommends that pre-teens and children
the front passenger air bag is OFF and will The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce be properly restrained in a rear seat. INFINITI also
not inflate in a crash. the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag recommends that appropriate child restraints and
to certain front passenger seat occupants, such booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If
as children, by requiring the air bag to be auto- this is not possible, the occupant classification
matically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used to sensor is designed to operate as described above
meet the requirements. to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for speci-
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-57
fied child restraints as required by the regulations. If a child restraint must be used in the front seat, If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air
Failing to properly secure child restraints and to the passenger air bag status light may or may not bag system, the supplemental air bag warning
use the ALR mode may allow the restraint to tip or be illuminated, depending on the size of the child light , located in the meter and gauges area
move in a collision or sudden stop. This can also and the type of child restraint being used. If the air of the instrument panel, will blink. Have the sys-
result in the passenger air bag inflating in a crash bag status light is not illuminated (indicating that tem checked by an INFINITI retailer.
instead of being OFF. For additional information, the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be Normal operation
refer to “Child restraints” in this section for proper that the child restraint or seat belt is not being
use and installation. used properly. Make sure that the child restraint is In order for the Occupant Classification System
installed properly, the seat belt is used properly to classify the right front passenger based on
If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the and the occupant is positioned properly. If the air weight, please follow the precautions and steps
passenger air bag is designed not to inflate in a bag status light is not illuminated, reposition the outlined below:
crash. However, heavy objects placed on the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.
seat could result in air bag inflation, because of Precautions
the object’s weight detected by the occupant If the passenger air bag status light will not illu- ● Make sure there are no objects weighing
classification sensor. Other conditions could also minate even though you believe that the child over 2.2 lbs (1 kg) hanging on the seat or
result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is restraint, the seat belts and the occupant are placed in the seat-back pocket.
standing on the seat, or if two children are on the properly positioned, the system may be sensing
an unoccupied seat (in which case the air bag is ● Make sure that a child seat or other object is
seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual. not pressing against the rear of the seat-
OFF). Your INFINITI retailer can check that the
Always be sure that you and all vehicle occupants back.
system is OFF by using a special tool. However,
are seated and restrained properly.
until you have confirmed with your retailer that ● Make sure that a rear passenger is not push-
Using the passenger air bag status light, you can your air bag is working properly, reposition the ing or pulling on the back of the front pas-
monitor when the front passenger air bag is au- occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. senger’s seat.
tomatically turned OFF with the seat occupied.
The air bag system and passenger air bag status ● Make sure that the front seat or seat-back is
The light will not illuminate when the front pas-
light will take a few seconds to register a change not forced back against an object on the
senger seat is unoccupied.
in the passenger seat status. For example, if a seat or floor behind it.
If an adult occupant is in the seat but the passen- large adult who is sitting in the front passenger
ger air bag status light is illuminated (indicating seat exits the vehicle, the passenger air bag ● Make sure that there is no object placed
that the air bag is OFF), it could be that the status light will go from OFF to ON for a few under the front passenger’s seat.
person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat seconds and then to OFF. This is normal system
properly or not using the seat belt properly. operation and does not indicate a malfunction.
1-58 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
5. Ensure proper classification by checking the ● A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the However, if the occupant is not a small adult, then
passenger air bag status light. back of the front passenger’s seat. this may be due to the following conditions that
may be interfering with the weight sensors:
● The front seat or seat-back is forced back
NOTE: against an object on the seat or floor behind ● Occupant is not sitting upright, leaning
This vehicle’s Occupant Classification Sys- it. against the seat back, and centered on the
tem locks the classification during driving seat cushion with feet comfortably extended
● An object placed under the front passen-
so it is important that you confirm that the to the floor.
ger’s seat.
passenger is properly classified prior to ● A child seat or other object pressing against
driving. Also, the Occupant Classification ● An object placed between the seat cushion
the rear of the seat-back.
System may recalculate the weight of the and center console or between door and
occupant when the vehicle comes to a stop cushion. ● A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the
(i.e stop light, stop sign etc.), so front pas- back of the front passenger’s seat.
If the vehicle is moving please come to a stop
senger seat occupants should continue to when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of ● The front seat or seat-back is forced back
remain seated as outlined above. the above conditions. Restart the vehicle and against an object on the seat or floor behind
wait one minute. it.
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-59
● An object placed under the front passen- ● The child restraint is not properly installed, NOTE:
ger’s seat. as outlined in the “Child restraints” section of
A system check will be performed during
the Owner’s Manual.
● An object placed between the seat cushion which the passenger air bag status light
and center console or between the seat ● An object weighing over 2.2 lbs (1 kg) hang- will remain lit for about 7 seconds initially.
cushion and the door. ing on the seat or placed in the seat-back
If the light is still OFF after this, the small adult,
pocket.
If the vehicle is moving please come to a stop child or child restraint should be repositioned in
when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of ● A child seat or other object pressing against the rear seat and the vehicle should be checked
the above conditions. Restart the vehicle and the rear of the seat-back. by a INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
wait one minute.
● A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the Other supplemental front-impact air bag
back of the front passenger’s seat. precautions
NOTE:
A system check will be performed during ● The front seat or seat-back is forced back WARNING
which the passenger air bag status light against an object on the seat or floor behind
it. ● Do not place any objects on the steering
will remain lit for about 7 seconds initially. wheel pad or on the instrument panel.
If the light is still on after this, the person should ● An object placed under the front passen- Also, do not place any objects between
be advised not to ride in the front passenger seat ger’s seat. any occupant and the steering wheel or
and the vehicle should be checked by a INFINITI ● An object placed between the seat cushion instrument panel. Such objects may be-
retailer as soon as possible. come dangerous projectiles and cause
and center console.
injury if the front air bags inflate.
3. If the light is OFF with small adult, child or If the vehicle is moving please come to a stop
child restraint occupying the front passen- ● Do not place objects with sharp edges
when it is safe to do so. Check and correct any of on the seat. Also, do not place heavy
ger seat: the above conditions. Restart the vehicle and objects on the seat that will leave per-
This may be due to the following conditions that wait one minute. manent impressions in the seat. Such
may be interfering with the weight sensors: objects can damage the seat or occu-
● Small adult or child is not sitting upright, pant classification sensors (weight sen-
leaning against the seat back, and centered sors). This can affect the operation of
on the seat cushion with feet comfortably the air bag system and result in serious
extended to the floor. personal injury.
● Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot ● Tampering with the front air bag system ● No unauthorized changes should be
steam cleaners) on the seat. This can may result in serious personal injury. made to any components or wiring of
damage the seat or occupant classifica- Tampering includes changes to the the seat belt system. This may affect the
tion sensors. This can also affect the steering wheel and the instrument front air bag system. Tampering with
operation of the air bag system and panel assembly by placing material the seat belt system may result in seri-
result in serious personal injury. over the steering wheel pad and above ous personal injury.
the instrument panel or by installing
● Immediately after inflation, several ● Work on and around the front air bag
additional trim material around the air
front air bag system components will be system should be done by an INFINITI
bag system.
hot. Do not touch them; you may se- retailer. Installation of electrical equip-
verely burn yourself. ● Removing or modifying the front pas- ment should also be done by an
senger seat may affect the function of INFINITI retailer. The Supplemental Re-
● No unauthorized changes should be
the air bag and result in serious per- straint System (SRS) wiring harnesses*
made to any components or wiring of
sonal injury. should not be modified or discon-
the supplemental air bag system. This is
nected. Unauthorized electrical test
to prevent accidental inflation of the ● Modifying or tampering with the front
equipment and probing devices should
supplemental air bag or damage to the passenger seat may result in serious
not be used on the air bag system.
supplemental air bag system. personal injury. For example, do not
change the front seats by placing mate- ● A cracked windshield should be re-
● Do not make unauthorized changes to
rial on the seat cushion or by installing placed immediately by a qualified repair
your vehicle’s electrical system, sus-
additional trim material, such as seat facility. A cracked windshield could af-
pension system or front end structure.
covers, on the seat that are not specifi- fect the function of the supplemental air
This could affect proper operation of
cally designed to assure proper air bag bag system.
the front air bag system.
operation. Additionally, do not stow any
objects under the front passenger seat *The SRS wiring harness connectors are
or the seat cushion and seatback. Such yellow and orange for easy identification.
objects may interfere with the proper When selling your vehicle, we request that you
operation of the occupant classification inform the buyer about the front air bag system
sensor (weight sensor). and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections
in this Owner’s Manual.
flate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the
They may not inflate in certain side collisions. driver and passenger seated upright as far as
practical away from the side air bag. Rear seat
Curtain air bags are also designed to inflate in
passengers should be seated as far away as
certain types of rollover collisions or near roll-
practical from the door finishers and side roof
overs. As a result, certain vehicle movements (for
rails. The side air bags and curtain air bags inflate
example, during severe off-roading) may cause
quickly in order to help protect the occupants.
the curtain air bags to inflate.
Because of this, the force of the side air bags and
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an curtain air bags inflating can increase the risk of
indication of proper side air bag and curtain air injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against,
bag operation. these air bag modules during inflation. The side
air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is
When the side air bags and curtain air bags
over.
inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed
WRS0381 by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful The curtain air bag will remain inflated for a short
Front seat-mounted side-impact and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken time.
not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and
supplemental air bag and roof- choking. Those with a history of a breathing con-
The side air bags and curtain air bags op-
mounted curtain side-impact and erate only when the ignition switch is
dition should get fresh air promptly.
placed in the ON position.
rollover supplemental air bag systems Side air bags, along with the use of seat belts,
After placing the ignition switch in the ON
The side air bags are located in the outside of the help to cushion the impact force on the chest of
position, the supplemental air bag warning
seatback of the front seats. The curtain air bags the front occupants. Curtain air bags help to
light illuminates. The supplemental air bag
are located in the side roof rails in all three rows. cushion the impact force to the head of occu-
warning light will turn off after about 7 sec-
All of the information, cautions and warn- pants in the front and rear outboard seating po-
onds if the system is operational.
ings in this manual apply and must be fol- sitions in all rows. They can help save lives and
lowed. The side air bags and curtain air bags are reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating
designed to inflate in higher severity side colli- side air bag or curtain air bag may cause abra-
sions, although they may inflate if the forces in sions or other injuries. Side air bags and curtain
another type of collision are similar to those of a air bags do not provide restraint to the lower
higher severity impact. They are designed to in- body.
1-62 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
WARNING ● Tampering with the side air bag system Seat belts with pretensioners (front
● Do not place any objects near the seat-
may result in serious personal injury. seats)
For example, do not change the front
back of the front seats. Also, do not seats by placing material near the seat-
place any objects (an umbrella, bag, WARNING
backs or by installing additional trim
etc.) between the front door finisher material, such as seat covers, around ● If the vehicle becomes involved in a
and the front seat. Such objects may the side air bag. collision but a pretensioner is not acti-
become dangerous projectiles and vated, be sure to have the pretensioner
cause injury if a side air bag inflates. ● Work around and on the side air bag system checked and, if necessary, re-
and curtain air bag systems should be placed by your INFINITI retailer.
● Right after inflation, several side air bag done by an INFINITI retailer. Installation
and curtain air bag system components of electrical equipment should also be ● No unauthorized changes should be
will be hot. Do not touch them; you may done by an INFINITI retailer. The SRS made to any components or wiring of
severely burn yourself. wiring harnesses* should not be modi- the pretensioner system. This is to pre-
● No unauthorized changes should be fied or disconnected. Unauthorized vent damage to or accidental activation
made to any components or wiring of electrical test equipment and probing of the pretensioners. Tampering with
the side air bag and curtain air bag devices should not be used on the side the pretensioner system may result in
systems. This is to prevent damage to or air bag or curtain air bag systems. serious personal injury.
accidental inflation of the side air bag ● Work around and on the pretensioner
and curtain air bag systems. * The SRS wiring harness or connectors are system should be done by an INFINITI
yellow or orange for easy identification. retailer. Installation of electrical equip-
● Do not make unauthorized changes to
your vehicle’s electrical system, sus- When selling your vehicle, we request that you ment should also be done by an
pension system or side panel. This inform the buyer about the side air bags and INFINITI retailer. Unauthorized electri-
could affect proper operation of the cur- curtain air bag system and guide the buyer to the cal test equipment and probing devices
tain air bag systems. appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual. should not be used on the pretensioner
system.
● If you need to dispose of a pretensioner
or scrap the vehicle, contact an INFINITI
retailer. Incorrect disposal procedures
could cause personal injury.
The pretensioner system may activate with the When selling your vehicle, we request that you
supplemental air bag system in certain types of inform the buyer about the pretensioner system
collisions. Working with the seat belt retractor, and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections
the pretensioner helps tighten the seat belt when in this Owner’s Manual.
the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of
collisions, helping to restrain front seat occu-
pants.
The pretensioner is encased with the seat belt
retractor. These seat belts are used the same way
as conventional seat belts.
When a pretensioner activates, smoke is re-
leased and a loud noise may be heard. This
smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire.
WRS0885
Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may
cause irritation and choking. Those with a history 1. SRS Air Bag Warning Labels
of a breathing condition should get fresh air The warning labels are located on the sur-
promptly. face of the sun visor.
After pretensioner activation, load limiters allow SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG
the seat belt to release webbing (if necessary) to WARNING LABELS
reduce forces against the chest.
Warning labels about the supplemental front-
The supplemental air bag warning light is impact air bag system are placed in the vehicle as
used to indicate malfunctions in the pretensioner shown in the illustration.
system. For additional information, refer to
“Supplemental air bag warning light” in this sec- WARNING
tion. If the operation of the supplemental air bag Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward
warning light indicates there is a malfunction, facing child restraint on a seat protected
have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer. by an air bag in front of it!
If any of the following conditions occur, the front Repair and replacement procedure
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and preten-
sioner systems need servicing: The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags
and pretensioners are designed to inflate on a
● The supplemental air bag warning light re- one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is
mains on after approximately 7 seconds. damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light
● The supplemental air bag warning light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred.
flashes intermittently. Repair and replacement of these supplemental
air bag systems should be done only by an
● The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all. INFINITI retailer.
Under these conditions, the front air bag, side air When maintenance work is required on the ve-
bag, curtain air bag or pretensioner systems may hicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
not operate properly. They must be checked and bags, pretensioners and related parts should be
LRS0100 repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest pointed out to the person performing the mainte-
INFINITI retailer. nance. The ignition switch should always be in
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG the LOCK position when working under the hood
WARNING LIGHT WARNING or inside the vehicle.
The supplemental air bag warning light, If the supplemental air bag warning light
displaying in the instrument panel, moni- WARNING
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
tors the circuits for the air bag systems, preten- side air bag, curtain air bag and/or preten- ● Once a front air bag, side air bag, or
sioners and all related wiring. sioner systems will not operate in an acci- curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
dent. To help avoid injury to yourself or module will not function again and
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
others, have your vehicle checked by an must be replaced. Additionally, the acti-
position, the supplemental air bag warning light
INFINITI retailer as soon as possible. vated pretensioners must also be re-
illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns
placed. The air bag module and preten-
off. This means the system is operational.
sioner should be replaced by an
INFINITI retailer. The air bag module
and pretensioner cannot be repaired.
MEMO
INSTRUMENT PANEL
22. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
23. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-12) er’s Manual (if so equipped).
24. Cruise control main/set switches and Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) main/ rentheses for operating details.
set switches (if so equipped) (P.5-53)
25. Distance Control Assist (DCA) (if so
equipped) (P. 5-72)
26. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-29)
27. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
(P. 4-96)
28. Steering wheel switch for audio control
(P. 4-81)
29. Hood release (P. 3-22)
30. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
switch (P. 2-43)
Heated steering wheel switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-41)
Headlight aiming control (P. 2-35)
Warning System switch (if so
equipped) (P. 2-43)
Power inverter switch (if so equipped)
(P. 2-44)
Liftgate release switch (P. 3-23)
Power liftgate main switch (P. 3-23)
31. Control panel and Vehicle Information
Display switches (P. 4-11, 2-17)
LIC2218
LIC2234 LIC2219
Changing the display TACHOMETER
Push the TRIP RESET s 3 switch on the right of The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
the combination meter to change the display as lutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev the engine
follows: into the red zone s1 .
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant tempera-
ture near the hot (H) end of the normal
range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease
temperature. If the gauge is over the nor-
mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the vehicle
may seriously damage the engine. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “If your ve-
hicle overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section of this manual for
immediate action required.
LIC2220 LIC2222
CAUTION
● If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
After a few driving trips. the light
should turn off. If the light remains on
after a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected by an INFINITI retailer.
● For additional information, refer to
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
this section.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Seat belt warning light and chime Security indicator light
or Brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Charge warning light ECO Mode indicator light Slip indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning light Fog light indicator light Sport mode indicator light
Low tire pressure warning light Front passenger air bag status light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Low windshield-washer fluid warning light High beam indicator light (blue) Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Master warning light Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator light
(if so equipped)
CHECKING BULBS The following lights come on briefly and then go If any light fails to come on, it may indicate
off: a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake electrical system. Have the system repaired
and place the ignition switch in the ON position promptly.
, , , , ,
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
, or , , ,
2-8 Instruments and controls
WARNING LIGHTS Parking brake indicator ● Pressing the brake pedal with the en-
For additional information on warnings and indi- When the ignition switch is placed in the ON gine stopped and/or a low brake fluid
position, the light comes on when the parking level may increase your stopping dis-
cators, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
brake is applied. tance and braking will require greater
this section.
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
Anti-lock Braking System Low brake fluid warning light
● If the brake fluid level is below the
(ABS) warning light When the ignition switch is placed in the ON MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake
position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON If the light comes on while the engine is running brake system has been checked at an
position, the Anti-lock Braking System ABS with the parking brake not applied, stop the ve- INFINITI retailer.
warning light illuminates and then turns off. This hicle and perform the following: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicates the ABS is operational.
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid indicator
If the ABS light comes on while the engine is as necessary. For additional information, re- When the parking brake is released and the
running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking sys- fer to “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance and brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
tem is not functioning properly. Have the system do-it-yourself” section of this manual. warning light and the ABS warning light illumi-
checked by an INFINITI retailer. nate, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func- warning system checked by an INFINITI re- properly. Have the brake system checked, and if
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates necessary, repaired by an INFINITI retailer
tailer.
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. For promptly. Avoid high-speed driving and abrupt
braking. For additional information, refer to “Anti-
additional information, refer to “Brake system” in WARNING lock Braking System ABS warning light” in this
the “Starting and driving” section.
● Your brake system may not be working section.
or Brake warning light properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it
This light functions for both the parking brake and to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
the foot brake systems. service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driv-
ing it could be dangerous.
Charge warning light The engine oil pressure warning light is not Low tire pressure warning:
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. For additional in- If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
If this light comes on while the engine is running, formation, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Mainte- pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
it may indicate the charging system is not func- nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. A “Tire Press Low - Add Air” warning also
tioning properly. Turn the engine off and check appears in the vehicle information display.
the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, CAUTION When the low tire pressure warning light
missing, or if the light remains on, see an INFINITI
Running the engine with the engine oil illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
retailer immediately.
pressure warning light on could cause se- tire pressure of all four tires to the recom-
rious damage to the engine almost imme- mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
CAUTION Tire and Loading Information label located
diately. Such damage is not covered by
● Do not ground electrical accessories di- warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it in the driver’s door opening. The low tire
rectly to the battery terminal. Doing so is safe to do so. pressure warning light does not automati-
will bypass the variable control system cally turn off when the tire pressure is ad-
and the vehicle battery may not charge Low tire pressure warning light justed. After the tire is inflated to the rec-
completely. For additional information, ommended pressure, the vehicle must be
refer to “Variable voltage control sys- Your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS that moni- driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h)
tem” in the “Maintenance and do-it- tors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare. to activate the TPMS and turn off the low
yourself” in this manual. The low tire pressure warning light warns of low tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pres-
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not sure gauge to check the tire pressure.
● Do not continue driving if the generator
belt is loose, broken or missing. functioning properly. The “Tire Press Low - Add Air” warning appears
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
Engine oil pressure warning position, this light illuminates for about 1 second position as long as the low tire pressure warning
light and turns off. light remains illuminated.
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the mation display” in the “Instruments and controls”
light flickers or comes on during normal driving, section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section and
immediately and call an INFINITI retailer or in the “In case of emergency” section of this
other authorized repair shop. manual.
2-10 Instruments and controls
TPMS malfunction: ● If the light illuminates while driving, ● Replacing tires with those not originally
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low avoid sudden steering maneuvers or specified by INFINITI could affect the
tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi- abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, proper operation of the TPMS.
mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is pull off the road to a safe location and
placed in the ON position. The light will remain on stop the vehicle as soon as possible. CAUTION
after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by Driving with under-inflated tires may per-
manently damage the tires and increase ● The TPMS is not a substitute for the
an INFINITI retailer. The “Tire Pressure Low - Add regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
the likelihood of tire failure. Serious ve-
Air” warning does not appear if the low tire pres- check the tire pressure regularly.
hicle damage could occur and may lead
sure warning light illuminates to indicate a TPMS to an accident and could result in serious ● If the vehicle is being driven at speeds
malfunction. personal injury. Check the tire pressure of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the
For additional information, refer to“Tire Pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure TPMS may not operate correctly.
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting and to the recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Informa- ● Be sure to install the specified size of
driving” section and “Tire pressure” in the “Main- tires to the 4 wheels correctly.
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this tion label located in the driver’s door
manual. opening to turn the low tire pressure Low windshield-washer fluid
warning light OFF. If the light still illumi-
nates while driving after adjusting the warning light
WARNING
tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you
This light comes on when the windshield-washer
● Radio waves could adversely affect have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire
fluid is at a low level. Add windshield-washer fluid
electric medical equipment. Those who as soon as possible.
as necessary. For additional information, refer to
use a pacemaker should contact the
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel “Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Maintenance
electric medical equipment manufac-
is replaced tire pressure will not be in- and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
turer for the possible influences before
dicated, the TPMS will not function and
use.
the low tire pressure warning light will
● If the light does not illuminate with the flash for approximately 1 minute. The
ignition switch placed in the ON posi- light will remain on after 1 minute. Con-
tion, have the vehicle checked by an tact your INFINITI retailer as soon as
INFINITI retailer as soon as possible. possible for tire replacement and/or
system resetting.
Master warning light ● When the power steering warning light For additional information, refer to “Power steer-
illuminates with the engine running, ing” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
there will be no power assist for the manual.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the master warning light illuminates if any of the steering. You will still have control of Seat belt warning light and
following are displayed on the vehicle information the vehicle but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power chime
display:
steering system checked by an INFINITI The light and chime remind you to fasten your
● No key warning retailer. seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the
● Low fuel warning When the ignition switch is placed in the ON ignition switch is placed in the ON or START
position, the power steering warning light illumi- position and remains illuminated until the driver’s
● Low washer fluid warning seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime
nates. After starting the engine, the power steer-
● Parking brake release warning sounds for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s
ing warning light turns off. This indicates that the
seat belt is securely fastened.
● Door open warning electric power steering system is operational.
The seat belt warning light may also illuminate if
● Loose fuel cap warning If the power steering warning light illuminates the front passenger’s seat belt is not fastened
while the engine is running, it may indicate the when the front passenger’s seat is occupied . For
● Check tire pressure warning power steering system is not functioning properly 7 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Infor- and may need servicing. Have the hydraulic pump the ON position, the system does not activate the
mation Display” in this section. electric power steering system checked by an warning light for the front passenger.
INFINITI retailer.
Power steering warning light For additional information, refer to “Seat belts” in
When the power steering warning light illumi- the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental
nates with the engine running, there will be no restraint system” section of this manual for pre-
WARNING power assist for the steering but you will still have cautions on seat belt usage.
● If the engine is not running or is turned control of the vehicle. At this time, greater steer-
off while driving, the power assist for ing effort is required to operate the steering
the steering will not work. Steering will wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low
be harder to operate. speeds.
Supplemental air bag warning WARNING Front passenger air bag status
light If the supplemental air bag warning light light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON is on, it could mean that the front air bag, The front passenger air bag status light will be lit
side air bag, curtain air bag systems
position, the supplemental air bag warning light and the passenger front air bag will be OFF
and/or pretensioner systems will not op-
illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns depending on how the front passenger seat is
erate in an accident. To help avoid injury to
off. This means the system is operational. being used.
yourself or others, have your vehicle
If any of the following conditions occur, the front checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as For front passenger air bag status light operation,
air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact air bag, possible. refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light”
roof-mounted curtain air bag and pretensioner in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
systems need servicing and your vehicle must be INDICATOR LIGHTS mental restraint system” section of this manual.
taken to an INFINITI retailer: For additional information on warnings and indi- High beam indicator light
cators, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
● The supplemental air bag warning light re- (blue)
mains on after approximately 7 seconds. this section.
This blue light comes on when the headlight high
● The supplemental air bag warning light ECO mode indicator light beams are on and goes out when the low beams
flashes intermittently. are selected.
● The supplemental air bag warning light does This light comes on when the ECO mode has
The high beam indicator light also comes on
not come on at all. been selected. For additional information, refer to
when the passing signal is activated.
“ECO mode” in the “Starting and driving” section
Unless checked and repaired, the supplemental for the use of the ECO mode switch. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
restraint system (air bag system) and/or the pre-
Fog light indicator light off indicator light (if so
tensioner systems may not function properly. For
additional information, refer to “Supplemental re- equipped)
straint system (SRS)” in the “Safety—Seats, seat The front fog light indicator light illuminates when The light illuminates when the Warning System
belts and supplemental restraint system” section the front fog lights are ON when the headlights Switch is off and the Intelligent Brake Assist is
of this manual. are ON. For additional information, refer to “Fog disabled in the Vehicle information display. This
light switch” in this section. indicates that the Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
system is not operating.
Instruments and controls 2-13
When the IBA off indicator light illuminates while inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “Tech- – if possible, reduce the amount of cargo
the system is enabled this indicates that the nical and consumer information” section of this being hauled or towed.
system control is temporarily disabled. manual. The MIL may stop blinking and come on steady.
If the IBA off indicator light illuminates when the Operation Have the vehicle inspected by an INFINITI re-
system is enabled and the warning system switch tailer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed
The MIL will come on in one of two ways: to an INFINITI retailer.
is on, have the system checked at an INFINITI
retailer. ● MIL on steady — An emission control system
malfunction has been detected. Check the CAUTION
Malfunction Indicator Light fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL CAP Continued vehicle operation without hav-
(MIL) warning appears in the Vehicle Information ing the emission control system checked
Display. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or miss- and repaired as necessary could lead to
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks ing, tighten or install the cap and continue to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
while the engine is running, it may indicate a and possible damage to the emission con-
drive the vehicle. The light should turn
potential emission control malfunction. trol system.
off after a few driving trips. If the light
The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler does not turn off after a few driving trips, Security indicator light
cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out have the vehicle inspected by an INFINITI
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is retailer. You do not need to have your vehicle
installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle This light blinks when the ignition switch is
towed to an INFINITI retailer.
has at least 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel in the fuel tank. placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position.
● MIL blinking — An engine misfire has been
The blinking security indicator light indicates that
After a few driving trips, the light should detected which may damage the emission the security systems equipped on the vehicle are
turn off if no other potential emission control control system. To reduce or avoid emission operational.
system malfunction exists. control system damage:
For additional information, refer to “Security sys-
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 sec- – do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH tems” in this section.
onds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the (72 km/h).
engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle
– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
is not ready for an emission control system
inspection/maintenance test. For additional infor- – avoid steep uphill grades.
mation, refer to “Readiness for
2-14 Instruments and controls
Light Off Delay unlocked first. All the doors can be unlocked if the After getting into the vehicle and placing the
door unlock operation is performed again within ignition switch in the ACC position, the driver’s
The duration of the automatic headlights can be
1 minute. When this item is turned to off, all the seat will move to the previous set position. For
changed from 0 to 180 seconds. From the Ve-
doors will be unlocked after the door unlock additional information, refer to “Automatic drive
hicle Settings menu, select “Light Off Delay”. Use
operation is performed once. From the Vehicle positioner” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust-
the ENTER button to change the duration.
Settings menu, select “Selective Unlock”. Use ments” section of this manual regarding setting
Rain Sensor (if so equipped) the ENTER button to activate this function. the seat position. Use the ENTER button to
enable/disable this function.
The rain sensor can be set to be ON or OFF. From Answer back horn
the Vehicle Settings menu, select “Rain Sensor”. Exit steering up (if so equipped)
When the answer back horn is on, the horn will
Use the ENTER button to turn this feature ON or
chirp and the hazard indicators will flash once When the exit steering up feature is turned ON,
OFF.
when locking the vehicle with the Intelligent Key. the steering wheel moves upward for easy exit
Wiper with Speed when the ignition switch is in the OFF position
Remote Start (if so equipped)
and the driver’s door is opened.
The wiper with speed can be set to be ON or
The remote start function can be turned on or off.
OFF. From the Vehicle Settings menu, select After getting into the vehicle and placing the
If the setting is OFF the vehicle cannot be started
“Wiper with Speed”. Use the ENTER button to ignition switch in the ACC position, the steering
using the Intelligent Key. From the Vehicle Set-
turn this feature ON or OFF. wheel moves to the previous position. For addi-
tings menu, select “Remote Start”. Use the EN-
I-Key Door Lock tional information, refer to “Tilt and telescopic
TER button to enable/disable.
operation” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust-
When this item is turned on, the request switch Battery Saver ments” section of this manual regarding setting
on the door is activated. From the Vehicle Set- the steering wheel position . Use the ENTER
tings menu, select “I-Key Door Unlock”. Use the The battery saver automatically turns off the igni-
button to enable/disable this function.
ENTER button to activate this function. tion after a period of time when the ignition switch
Selective-Unlock
is left in the ACC or ON position. Main Menu Selection
Exit Seat Slide (if so equipped) The items that display can be turned
When this item is turned on, only the driver’s door
is unlocked first after the door unlock operation. When the exit seat slide is ON the driver’s seat enabled/disabled when the ignition switch is
When the door handle request switch on the will move backward for easy exit when the ignition placed in the ON position. To change the items
driver’s or front passenger’s side door is pushed switch is placed in the OFF position and the that display.
to be unlocked, only the corresponding door is driver’s door is opened.
Instruments and controls 2-19
Use the button to select and the ENTER Tire Pressures ● Tires
button to change a menu item. The tire pressures can be enabled/disabled to ● Other
● Driver assistance (if so equipped) display in the vehicle information display when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. 1. Press the button.
● Trip computer
From the “Main Menu Selection” select “Tire 2. Use the button until “Settings” is se-
● Fuel economy Pressures” to display in the vehicle information lected, and press ENTER.
● Tire pressures display when the ignition is placed in the ON
3. Select “Maintenance” using the but-
position.
Driver Assistance (if so equipped) tons and press ENTER.
Fuel Economy
The driver assistance system can be Service
enabled/disabled to display in the vehicle infor- The fuel economy can be enabled/disabled to
This indicator appears when the customer set
mation display when the ignition switch is placed display in the vehicle information display when
distance is reached for checking or replacing
in the ON position. the ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
maintenance items other than the engine oil, oil
From the “Main Menu Selection” select “Driver From the “Main Menu Selection” select “Fuel filter and tires. Other maintenance items can in-
Assistance” to display in the vehicle information Economy” to display in the vehicle information clude such things as air filter or tire rotation. You
display when the ignition is placed in the ON display when the ignition is placed in the ON can set or reset the distance for checking or
position. position. replacing the items. You can set or reset the
distance for service type items. For scheduled
Trip Computer Body Color maintenance items and intervals, see your
The trip computer can be enabled/disabled to The color of the vehicle that displays in the ve- “INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide.”
display in the vehicle information display when hicle information display when the ignition switch
Tire
the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. is placed in the ON position can be changed.
This indicator appears when the customer set
From the “Main Menu Selection” select “Trip Maintenance distance is reached for replacing tires. You can
Computer” to display in the vehicle information The maintenance mode allows you to set alerts set or reset the distance for replacing tires.
display when the ignition is placed in the ON for the reminding of maintenance intervals for the
position. following:
● Scheduled service
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LIC2559
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY 4. Push ignition to OFF 8. Low Fuel
WARNINGS AND INDICATORS 5. Key Battery Low 9. Low Washer Fluid
1. No Key Detected 6. Engine start operation for Intelligent Key sys- 10. Door Open
2. Key ID Incorrect tem
11. Liftgate Open
3. Shift to Park 7. Release Parking brake
Instruments and controls 2-23
12. Timer Alert – Time for a driver break? Key is not recognized by the system. You cannot Key Battery Low
start the engine with an unregistered key.
13. Low Outside Temperature This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key
For additional information, refer to “INFINITI Intel- battery is running out of power.
14. Power will turn off to save the battery
ligent Key System” in the “Pre-driving checks and If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery
15. CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual adjustments” section of this manual. with a new one. For additional information, refer
16. Reminder: Turn OFF headlights Shift to Park to “Battery replacement” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
17. Low Oil Pressure This warning illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or OFF position and the shift lever Engine start operation for Intelligent Key
18. Key Registration Complete system
is in any position other than P (Park). Also, a
19. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air chime sounds when the ignition switch is in the This indicator appears when the battery of the
OFF position. Intelligent Key is low and when the Intelligent Key
20. TPMS Error: See Owner’s Manual
system and the vehicle are not communicating
If this warning illuminates, move the shift lever to normally.
21. Parking Sensor Error
the P (Park) position or start the engine.
22. Remote Start (if so equipped) If this appears, touch the ignition switch with the
For additional information about the Intelligent Intelligent Key while depressing the brake pedal.
23. Loose Fuel Cap Key, refer to “INFINITI Intelligent Key” in the “Pre- For additional information, refer to “INFINITI Intel-
driving checks and adjustments” section of this ligent Key battery discharge” in the “Starting and
24. I-Key System Error: See Owners Manual
manual. driving” section of this manual.
No Key Detected Push ignition to OFF Release Parking Brake
This warning appears when the Intelligent Key is After the Push ignition to OFF warning illumi- This warning illuminates in the message area of
left outside the vehicle with the ignition switch in nates, the warning will illuminate if the ignition the vehicle information display when the parking
the ON or ACC position. Make sure the Intelli- switch is placed in the ACC position when the brake is set and the vehicle is driven.
gent Key is inside the vehicle. shift lever is moved to the P (Park) position.
Key ID Incorrect To turn off the Push warning, place the ignition
switch in the ON position and then in the LOCK
The warning appears when the ignition switch is
position.
turned from the OFF position and the Intelligent
Low Fuel Low Outside Temperature not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use
the dipstick to check the oil level. For additional
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the This warning appears if the outside temperature
information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Mainte-
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is is below 37°F (3°C). The temperature can be
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge changed to display in Celsius or Fahrenheit. For
reaches 0 (Empty). There will be a small re- additional information, refer to “Temperature” in Key registration complete
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel this section.
This appears when a new Intelligent Key is regis-
gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty).
Power will turn off to save the battery tered to the vehicle.
Low Washer Fluid
This warning appears in message area of the Tire Pressure Low - Add Air warning
This warning illuminates when the windshield- vehicle information display after a period of time if
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield- the shift lever has not moved from the P (Park)
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
washer fluid as necessary. For additional informa- position.
pressure is detected. If this warning appears,
tion, refer to “Windshield-washer fluid” in the
CVT Error: See Owner’s Manual stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pressures of
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
all four tires to the recommended COLD tire
manual. This warning illuminates when there is a problem
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Informa-
with the CVT system. If this warning comes on,
Door/liftgate Open tion label. For additional information, refer to
have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
“Low tire pressure warning light” in this section
This warning illuminates when a door has been Reminder: Turn OFF headlights and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)”
opened when the engine is running.
This warning appears when the headlights are in the “Starting and driving” section of this
Boot (liftgate) Open left in the ON position when exiting the vehicle. manual.
This warning illuminates when the liftgate has Place the headlight switch in the OFF or AUTO TPMS Error: See Owner’s Manual
been opened when the engine is running. position. For additional information, refer to
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section. This warning appears when there is an error with
Timer Alert – Time for break? your TPMS. If this warning comes on, have the
Low Oil Pressure system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
This indicator appears when the set time is
This warning appears in message area of the
reached. The time can be set up to 6 hours. For Parking Sensor Error
vehicle information display if low oil pressure is
setting the timer refer to, “Timer alert” in this
detected. This gauge is not designed to indicate This warning illuminates when there is an error
section. low oil level. The low oil pressure warning is with the system.
Instruments and controls 2-25
SECURITY SYSTEMS
Push to start (if so equipped) ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a
brief period. Never leave your Intelligent Key in
This warning appears in the vehicle information
the vehicle, and always lock the vehicle when
display when the vehicle has been started using
unattended. Be aware of your surroundings, and
the remote start function. To start the vehicle,
park in secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.
apply the brake and place the ignition switch in
the ON position. Many devices offering additional protection, such
as component locks, identification markers, and
Loose Fuel Cap
tracking systems, are available at auto supply
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is stores and specialty shops. Your INFINITI retailer
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been may also offer such equipment. Check with your
refueled. For additional information, refer to insurance company to see if you may be eligible
“Fuel-filler cap” in the “Pre-driving checks and for discounts for various theft protection features.
adjustments” section of this manual.
How to arm the vehicle security
I-Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual LIC2226 system
After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON Your vehicle has two types of security systems:
1. Close all windows and the moonroof. The
position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds system can be armed even if the win-
● Vehicle security system
and then turns off. dows and moonroof are open.
● INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The I-Key System Error message warns of a 2. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
malfunction with the Intelligent Key system. If the VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
light comes on while the engine is stopped, it may 3. Close all doors, hood and liftgate. Lock all
be impossible to start the engine. The vehicle security system provides visual and doors. The doors can be locked with the
audible alarm signals if someone opens the Intelligent Key, door handle request switch
If the light comes on while the engine is running, doors, liftgate or hood when the system is armed. or power door lock switch.
you can drive the vehicle. However in these It is not, however, a motion detection type system
cases, contact a NISSAN dealer for repair as that activates when a vehicle is moved or when a Key fob operation:
soon as possible. vibration occurs. 4. Confirm that the indicator light comes
The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot on. The indicator stays illuminated for
prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or a period of time indicating that the system is
exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al- in the pre-armed phase.
2-26 Instruments and controls
The indicator light will blink every ● The alarm automatically turns off after a pe- If the engine fails to start using a registered
3 seconds once the security system is riod of time. However, the alarm reactivates if INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System key (for ex-
armed. the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm ample, when interference is caused by another
If during the pre-armed phase one of the can be shut off by unlocking the driver’s door INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an au-
following occurs, the system will not arm: or liftgate with the key, or by pressing tomated toll road device or automatic payment
the button on the Intelligent Key. device on the key ring), restart the engine using
● Any door is unlocked with the mechanical the following procedures:
key The alarm is activated by:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
● A door is opened with the release button ● opening the door or liftgate without using the for approximately 5 seconds.
with the Intelligent Key on your person key or Intelligent Key (even if the door is
unlocked by releasing the door inside lock 2. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or
● The doors are unlocked using the unlock switch). LOCK position, and wait approximately
button on the Intelligent Key 10 seconds.
How to stop an activated alarm
● The ignition switch is placed in the ACC 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
or ON position The alarm stops only by unlocking the driver’s
door or the liftgate with the key, pressing 4. Restart the engine while holding the device
● Even when the driver and/or passen- (which may have caused the interference)
the button on the Intelligent Key, or press-
gers are in the vehicle, the system will separate from the registered INFINITI Ve-
ing the request switch on the driver’s or passen-
hicle Immobilizer System key.
activate when all the doors, hood and ger’s door with the Intelligent Key in range of the
liftgate are locked with the ignition door handle. If the no start condition re-occurs, INFINITI rec-
switch placed in the LOCK position. ommends placing the registered INFINITI Vehicle
When placing the ignition switch in the INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER Immobilizer System key on a separate key ring to
ACC or ON position, the system will be SYSTEM avoid interference from other devices.
released.
The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
Vehicle security system activation allow the engine to start without the use of a
registered INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The vehicle security system will give the following key.
alarm:
● The turn signals blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
Instruments and controls 2-27
FCC Notice:
WARNING
For USA: In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
This device complies with part 15 of the tion may freeze on the window and ob-
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- scure your vision which may lead to an
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may accident. Warm the window with the de-
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this froster before you wash the window.
device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may CAUTION
cause undesired operation.
● Do not operate the washer continuously
NOTE: for more than 30 seconds.
● Do not operate the washer if the reser-
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
voir tank is empty.
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to op- LIC0474 ● Do not fill the window washer reservoir
erate the equipment. Security indicator light with washer fluid concentrates at full
strength. Some methyl alcohol based
For Canada: The security indicator light blinks whenever the washer fluid concentrates may perma-
This device complies with Industry Canada ignition switch is in the LOCK, OFF or ACC nently stain the grille if spilled while
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Opera- position. This function indicates the INFINITI Ve- filling the window washer reservoir.
tion is subject to the following two condi- hicle Immobilizer System is operational.
● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
tions: (1) this device may not cause inter- If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal- water to the manufacturer’s recom-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any functioning, the light will remain on while the mended levels before pouring the fluid
interference, including interference that ignition switch is in the ON position. into the window washer reservoir. Do
may cause undesired operation of the de- not use the window washer reservoir to
vice. If the light still remains on and/or the en-
gine will not start, see an INFINITI retailer mix the washer fluid concentrate and
for service as soon as possible. Please water.
bring all INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem keys that you have when visiting your
INFINITI retailer for service.
2-28 Instruments and controls
LIC2789 LIC2897
Type A (if so equipped) Type B (if so equipped)
SWITCH OPERATION
The windshield wiper and washer operates when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the
following speed:
s
1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation
can be adjusted by turning the knob toward
sA (Slower) or s B (Faster). Also, the inter-
mittent operation speed varies in accor-
dance with the vehicle speed. (For example,
when the vehicle speed is high, the intermit-
tent operation speed will be faster.)
s
2 Low (LO) — continuous low speed operation – High — High sensitive operation
s
3 High (HI) — continuous high speed opera- – Low — Low sensitive operation
tion
To turn the rain-sensing auto wiper system off,
Push the lever up s
4 to have 1 sweep operation push up the lever to the OFF position, or pull
(MIST) of the wiper. down the lever to the LO or HI position.
Pull the lever toward you s 5 to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several times. CAUTION
● Do not touch the rain sensor and
around it when the wiper switch is in the
AUTO position and the ignition switch is
in the ON position. The wipers may op-
erate unexpectedly and cause an injury
LIC2901 or a wiper damage.
s
2 When turning the switch to the posi-
tion, the headlights come on and all the other
lights remain on.
NOTE:
Autolight activation sensitivity and the time
delay for autolight shutoff can be adjusted.
For additional information, refer to “Ve-
hicle information display” in this section.
To turn on the autolight system:
1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi-
tion s1 .
WARNING
Xenon headlights are extremely bright
compared to conventional headlights. If
the xenon headlights hit the rearview mir-
ror of the vehicle ahead or the windshield
of oncoming vehicle, the driver of these
vehicles may have difficulty driving be-
cause of the brightness. Use the headlight
aiming control switch to lower the light
axis. For additional information, refer to
“Xenon headlights” in this section for ad-
ditional information.
SIC3269 LIC2230
Automatic headlight aiming control (if
so equipped)
Headlight beam select Headlight aiming control
Vehicles with xenon headlights are equipped with
s
1 To select the high beam function, push the Depending on the number of occupants in the an automatic levelling system. The headlight axis
lever forward. The high beam lights come on vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight is controlled automatically.
and the light illuminates. axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is
INFINITI recommends that you should consult the
traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may di-
s
2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
rectly hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle ahead
local regulations on the use of lights.
s
3 Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the or the windshield of the oncoming vehicle. The Refer to “Xenon headlights” earlier in this section
headlight high beams on and off. light axis can be lowered with the operation of the for additional information.
Battery saver system switch.
The battery saver automatically turns off the igni- The larger the number designated on the switch,
tion after a period of time when the ignition switch the lower the axis.
is left in the ACC or ON position. When traveling without a heavy load or on a flat
road, select position 0.
LIC2235 SIC3271
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
CONTROL Turn signal
Push the “+” button sA to increase the bright-
ness of instrument panel lights when driving at s
1 Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
night.
pleted, the turn signal cancels automatically.
Push the “-” button s
B to decrease the bright-
ness of instrument panel lights when driving at
night.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
● The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
SIC3272 LIC2227
To sound the horn, push near the horn icon on the ● Do not use the seat heater for extended
FOG LIGHT SWITCH periods or when no one is using the
steering wheel.
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch seat.
to the position, then turn the fog light WARNING ● Do not put anything on the seat which
switch to the position. insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
To turn the fog lights on with the headlight switch in could affect proper operation of the
may become overheated.
the AUTO position, the headlights must be on, then supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
turn the fog light switch to the position. pering with the supplemental front air bag ● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
system may result in serious personal the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
To turn the fog lights off, turn the fog light switch injury. object. This may result in damage to the
to the OFF position. heater.
The headlights must be on and the low beams ● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog should be removed immediately with a
lights automatically turn off when the high beam dry cloth.
headlights are selected.
Instruments and controls 2-37
● When cleaning the seat, never use 3. To turn off the heater, return the knob to the
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi- OFF position s 3 . Make sure that the indica-
SSS0911
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the center console
and can be operated independently of each
other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the control knob s
A to the right s
1 and
select the desired heat range.
● For high heat, turn the knob to the right
s1 .
CAUTION
● The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
LIC1543
● Do not use the seat heater for extended The rear seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
periods or when no one is using the
The switches are located on the rear of the front
seat.
center console and can be operated indepen-
● Do not put anything on the seat which dently of each other.
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat 1. Start the engine.
may become overheated. 2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on desired. The indicator light in the switch will
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar illuminate.
object. This may result in damage to the
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
heater.
automatically turning the heater on and off.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat The indicator light will remain on as long as
should be removed immediately with a the switch is on.
dry cloth.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you ● The climate controlled seat has an air
WARNING
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch filter. Do not operate the climate con-
off. Do not use or allow occupants to use the trolled seat without an air filter. This
climate controlled seats if you or the oc- may result in damage to the system.
cupants can not monitor seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in ● When cleaning the seat, never use
those body parts in contact with the seat. gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
Use of the climate controlled seats by lar materials.
such people could result in serious injury. ● If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not oper-
CAUTION ate, turn the switch off and have the
● The battery could run down if the cli- system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
mate controlled seat is operated with
the engine is not running.
● Do not use the climate controlled seat
for extended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
climate controlled seat.
● Any liquid spilled on the climate con-
trolled seat should be removed immedi-
ately with a dry cloth.
SIC4334 LIC2221
The climate controlled seat warms up or cools The heated steering wheel system is designed to
down the front seat by blowing warm or cool air operate only when the surface temperature of the
from the surface of the seat. The climate control steering wheel is below approximately 68°F
switch is located on the center console. (20°C).
The climate controlled seat can be operated as Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
follows: the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light will come on.
1. Start the engine.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
2. Turn the control knob s A to the heat side s
1
below 68°F (20°C), the system will heat the
or the cool side s
2 . The indicator light sB on
steering wheel to approximately 86°F (30°C),
the control knob will illuminate.
then turn off automatically.
3. Adjust the desired temperature using the
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
control knob s
A.
wheel off manually. The indicator light will go off.
LIC0471
WARNING
The rear sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper back-
ing. Always turn and check that it is safe to
do so before backing up. Always back up
slowly.
The rear sonar system (if so equipped) is active
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position and the shift lever is in R (Reverse).
When sensors detect obstacles within 6 ft
(1.8 m) of the rear bumper, a beeping tone is
emitted.
CAUTION
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Do not attempt to use this while driving.
● Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory, doing so
could significantly drain the battery of
your vehicle.
LIC2231 LIC2238
To use the outlets for devices that require 120v Instrument Panel
power, place the ignition in the ON position and 12V OUTLETS
push the power inverter switch.
The power outlets are for powering electrical
The switch will illuminate when enabled. accessories such as cellular telephones. They
are rated at 12 volt, 120W (10A) maximum.
The power outlets are powered only when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If ● Avoid using power outlets when the air
good contact is not made, the plug may conditioner, headlights or rear window
overheat or the internal temperature defroster is on.
fuse may open.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
● When not in use, be sure to close the plug, be sure the electrical accessory
cap. Do not allow water or any other being used is turned OFF.
liquid to contact the outlet.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
LIC2215 liquid to contact the outlet.
2nd Row
120V OUTLET (if so equipped)
CAUTION
● The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Do not use accessories that exceed a
120V, 150W power draw. Do not use
double adaptors or more than one elec-
trical accessory.
STORAGE
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed while
driving to prevent an accident.
CAUTION
● Do not use for anything other than
sunglasses.
● Do not leave sunglasses in the sun-
glasses holder while parking in direct
sunlight. The heat may damage the
sunglasses.
LIC2249 LIC2212
Front console 2nd row
CUP HOLDERS CAUTION
Do not recline the rear seatback when you
use the cup holders on the rear armrest.
Doing so may cause the beverages to spill
over, and if they are hot, they may scald
the passengers.
WARNING
● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col-
lision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
● Use suitable ropes and hooks to secure
cargo.
● Never allow anyone to ride in the lug-
gage area. It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle.
LIC2214 LIC2208 In a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously
STORAGE TRAY LUGGAGE HOOKS injured or killed.
When securing items using luggage hooks lo- ● Do not allow people to ride in any area
WARNING
cated on the back of the seat or side finisher do of your vehicle that is not equipped with
Do not place sharp objects in the trays to not apply a load over more than 6.5 lbs (29 N) to seats and seat belts.
help prevent injury in an accident or sud- a single hook.
den stop. ● The child restraint top tether strap may
The luggage hooks that are located on the floor be damaged by contact with items in
should have loads less than 110 lbs (490 N) to a the cargo area. Secure any items in the
single hook. cargo area. Your child could be seri-
ously injured or killed in a collision if
The luggage hooks can be used to secure cargo the top tether strap is damaged.
with ropes or other types of straps.
● Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
WINDOWS
Depending on the environment or driving When power window switch does not
conditions, the auto-reverse function may operate
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window oc- If the power window automatic function (closing
curs. only) does not operate properly, perform the fol-
lowing procedure to initialize the power window
WARNING system:
There are some small distances immedi- 1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
ately before the closed position which 2. Open the window more than halfway by
cannot be detected. Make sure that all operating the power window switch.
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the window. 3. Pull the power window switch and hold it to
close the window, and then hold the switch
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced, more than 3 seconds after the window is
LIC0410 or jump started, the power window auto-reverse closed.
function may not operate properly. If this occurs,
Automatic operation please contact an INFINITI retailer to re-initialize 4. Release the power window switch. Operate
To fully open a window, press the window switch the power window auto-reverse system. the window by the automatic function to
down to the second detent and release it; it need confirm the initialization is complete. The
If the control unit detects something caught in a power window automatically opens or
not be held. The window automatically opens all window equipped with automatic operation as it
the way. To stop the window, lift the switch up closes depending on if the automatic down
is closing, the window will be immediately low- or up function is selected.
while the window is opening. ered.
5. Perform steps 2 through 4 above for other
To fully close a window, pull the switch up to the
windows.
second detent and release it; it need not be held.
To stop the window, press the switch down while If the power window function does not operate
the window is closing. properly after performing the above procedure,
see an INFINITI retailer for assistance.
Auto-reverse function
The auto-reverse function can be activated when
a window is closed by automatic operation.
Instruments and controls 2-55
MOONROOF
automatically open or close all the way. To stop If the moonroof does not operate properly after
the roof, push the switch once more while it is performing the procedure above, have your ve-
opening or closing. hicle checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Tilting the moonroof Auto-reverse function (when closing or
To tilt up, first close the moonroof, then push the tilting down the moonroof)
switch to the tilt up position s1 and release it; it The auto-reverse function can be activated when
need not be held. To tilt down the moonroof, push the moonroof is closed or tilted down by auto-
the switch to the tilt down position s 2 . matic operation when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position or for a period of time
Restarting the moonroof switch
after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
If the moonroof does not operate properly, per- position.
form the following procedure to initialize the
Depending on the environment or driving
SIC4355 moonroof operation system.
conditions, the auto-reverse function may
POWER MOONROOF 1. If the moonroof is open, close it fully by be activated if an impact or load similar to
repeatedly pushing the moonroof switch to something being caught in the moonroof
The moonroof will only operate when the ignition occurs.
the close position s
1 to tilt the moonroof up.
switch is placed in the ON position. The power
moonroof is operational for a period of time, even 2. Push and hold the switch to the close posi- WARNING
if the ignition switch is placed in the ACC or OFF tion s
1 .
position. If the driver’s door or the front passen- There are some small distances immedi-
3. Release the moonroof switch after the ately before the closed position which
ger’s door is opened during this period of time,
moonroof moves slightly up and down. cannot be detected. Make sure that all
the power to the moonroof is canceled.
4. Push and hold the switch to the open posi- passengers have their hands, etc., inside
Sliding the moonroof tion s
2 to fully tilt the moonroof down. the vehicle before closing the moonroof.
To fully open or close the moonroof, push the 5. Check if the moonroof switch operates nor- When closing
switch to the open s2 or close s
1 position and mally. If the control unit detects something caught in the
release it; it need not be held. The roof will moonroof as it moves to the front, the moonroof
will immediately open backward.
2-56 Instruments and controls
WARNING
● In an accident you could be thrown from LIC2228
the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child
PANORAMIC SUNSHADE (if so
restraints. equipped)
● Do not allow anyone to stand up or The panoramic sunshade operates when the ig-
extend any portion of their body out of nition switch is in the ON position. The sunshade
the moonroof opening while the vehicle switch is located near the roof console. When
is in motion or while the moonroof is opening or closing the sunshade the switch need
closing. not be held.
To open the sunshade:
CAUTION
● To fully open the sunshade, push the switch
● Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand s1 toward the open position.
from the moonroof before opening.
● Do not place heavy objects on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
INTERIOR LIGHT
PERSONAL LIGHTS
NOTE:
The footwell lights and step lights illumi-
nate when the driver and passenger doors
are open regardless of the interior light
switch position. These lights will turn off
automatically after a period of time while
doors are open to prevent the battery from
becoming discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time LIC2213 LIC1413
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery. CONSOLE LIGHT To turn on the personal lights, press and release
the switch s1 .
The console light s 1 will turn on whenever the
parking lights or headlights are illuminated. To turn the personal lights off, press and release
the switch s1 .
The console light brightness can be adjusted
with the illumination brightness control.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
SIC4356 SIC2063A
To turn the map lights on, press the switches. To The cargo light on the overhead trim has a three-
turn them off, press the switches again. position switch. To operate, push the switch to
the desired position.
CAUTION
s
1 ON: The light is illuminated.
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result s
2 DOOR: The light illuminates when the lift-
in a discharged battery. gate is opened. The light turns off when the
liftgate is closed.
s
3 OFF: The light does not illuminate regardless
of liftgate position or lock status.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER
OPERATING THE HOMELINK® ● position the hand-held transmitter 1 - 3 in (2 HomeLink® is now in the programming mode
UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER - 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® surface. and can be programmed at any time beginning
Hold the transmitter in that position for up to with “Programming HomeLink®” - Step 1.
The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, after it is 15 seconds. If HomeLink® is not pro-
programmed, can be used to activate the pro- grammed within that time, try holding the
REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE
grammed device. To operate, simply press and transmitter in another position – keeping the HOMELINK® BUTTON
release the appropriate programmed indicator light in view at all times. To reprogram a HomeLink® Universal Trans-
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver button. The ceiver button, complete the following:
amber indicator light will illuminate while the sig- If you continue to have programming difficulties,
nal is being transmitted. please contact the INFINITI Consumer Affairs 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink® but-
Department. The phone numbers are located in ton. DO NOT release the button.
For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the the Foreword of this manual.
2. The indicator light will begin to flash after
device may also be used at any time.
CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED 20 seconds. Without releasing the
PROGRAMMING TROUBLE- HomeLink® button, proceed with “Pro-
INFORMATION gramming HomeLink®” - Step 1.
DIAGNOSIS
The following procedure clears the programmed For questions or comments, contact HomeLink®
If the HomeLink® does not quickly learn the information from both buttons. Individual buttons at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515
hand-held transmitter information: cannot be cleared. However, individual buttons (except Mexico).
● replace the hand-held transmitter batteries can be reprogrammed. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Reprogramming a single The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver button
with new batteries. has now been reprogrammed. The new device
HomeLink® button” in this section.
● position the hand-held transmitter with its can be activated by pushing the HomeLink®
battery area facing away from the To clear all programming: button that was just programmed. This procedure
HomeLink® surface. will not affect any other programmed HomeLink®
1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink®
buttons.
● press and hold both the HomeLink® and buttons until the indicator light begins to
hand-held transmitter buttons without inter- flash in approximately 10 seconds. Do not
ruption. hold for longer than 20 seconds.
2. Release both buttons.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to op-
erate the equipment.
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Conditions the remote start will not work . . . . . . . . . 3-21
INFINITI Intelligent Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System keys. . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Operating the power liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Locking with key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Power liftgate main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Locking with inside lock knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Liftgate release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Locking with power door lock switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Liftgate position setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Fuel-filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Child safety rear door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Opening the fuel-filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
INFINITI Intelligent Key System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Fuel-filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Operating range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Tilt/telescopic steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
Door locks/unlocks precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Tilt and telescopic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
INFINITI Intelligent Key Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
How to use the remote keyless entry Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Warning signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18 Outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Remote Engine Start (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Remote engine start operating range . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 Memory storage function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Remote starting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 Entry/exit function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Extending engine run time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 Setting memory function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Canceling a remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 System operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
KEYS
WPD0427 LPD2052
Type A (if so equipped) Type B (if so equipped)
1. Intelligent Key (two sets) registration process requires erasing all memory
2. Mechanical key in the Intelligent Key components when register-
3. Key number plate (one plate) ing new keys, be sure to take all Intelligent Keys
that you have to the INFINITI retailer.
INFINITI INTELLIGENT KEY
Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelligent
Keys which are registered to your vehicle’s Intel-
ligent Key system components and INFINITI Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System components. As many
as four Intelligent Keys can be registered and
used with one vehicle. The new keys must be
registered by an INFINITI retailer prior to use with
the Intelligent Key system and INFINITI Vehicle
Immobilizer System of your vehicle. Since the
3-2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
DOORS
When the doors are locked using one of the Opening and closing windows
following methods, the doors cannot be opened
using the inside or outside door handles. The The driver’s door key operation allows you to
doors must be unlocked to open the doors. open and close windows equipped with auto-
matic operation at the same time.
WARNING ● To open the windows, turn the driver’s door
● Always have the doors locked while key toward the rear of the vehicle for longer
driving. Along with the use of seat belts, than 1 second after the door is unlocked.
this provides greater safety in the event ● To close the windows, turn the driver’s door
of an accident by helping to prevent key toward the front of the vehicle for longer
persons from being thrown from the than 1 second after the door is locked.
vehicle. This also helps keep children
and others from unintentionally open- Windows stop when the key cylinder is released.
ing the doors, and will help keep out
LPD0461 NOTE:
intruders.
Driver’s side
● Before opening any door, always look When the window lock button is pressed
for and avoid oncoming traffic. LOCKING WITH KEY the key will not operate the window open or
close function.
● Do not leave children unattended inside The power door lock system allows you to lock or
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac- unlock all doors at the same time.
tivate switches or controls. Unattended Turning the key toward the front s
1 of the vehicle
children could become involved in seri-
locks all doors.
ous accidents.
Turning the key one time toward the rear s
2 of the
vehicle unlocks that door. From that position,
returning the key to neutral s
3 (where the key can
only be removed and inserted) and turning it
toward the rear again s 4 within 5 seconds un-
locks all doors.
Lockout protection
When the power door lock switch is moved to the
lock position and any door is open, all doors will
lock and unlock automatically. With the Intelligent
Key left in the vehicle and any door open, all doors
will unlock automatically and a chime will sound
after the door is closed.
These functions help to prevent the Intelligent
Key from being accidentally locked inside the
vehicle.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
SPA2726 SPA2727 ● All doors lock automatically when the vehicle
Inside lock speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h).
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK LOCK SWITCH ● All doors unlock automatically when the ig-
KNOB To lock all the doors without a key, push the door
nition is placed in the OFF position.
To lock the door without the key, move the inside lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side) to The automatic unlock function can be de-
lock knob to the lock position s
1 , then close the the lock position s1 . When locking the door this activated or activated. To deactivate or acti-
door. way, be certain not to leave the key inside the vate the automatic door unlock system, perform
vehicle. the following procedure:
To unlock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the unlock position s
2 . To unlock all the doors without a key, push the 1. Close all doors.
door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s
side) to the unlock position s
2 . 2. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2,
push and hold the power door lock switch to
the position (UNLOCK) for more than
5 seconds.
3-6 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli- strong radio waves are present near the operat-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the ing location, the Intelligent Key operating range
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate becomes narrower, and the Intelligent Key may
the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing not function properly.
procedure, contact an INFINITI retailer.
The operating range is within 31.5 in (80 cm)
from each request switch s
1 .
LPD2054
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch s1 .
WPD0375 LPD2057
CAUTION
● After locking the doors using the re-
LPD2058 LPD2059
quest switch, make sure that the doors
Locking doors NOTE: have been securely locked by operating
the door handles or the rear liftgate
1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position, ● Request switches for all doors and lift-
opener switch.
place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- gate can be deactivated when the I-Key
tion and make sure you carry the Intelligent Door Lock setting is switched to OFF in ● When locking the doors using the re-
Key with you. the Vehicle Settings of the vehicle in- quest switch, make sure to have the
formation display. For additional infor- Intelligent Key in your possession be-
2. Close all doors. mation, refer to “Vehicle information fore operating the request switch to
display” in the “Instruments and con- prevent the Intelligent Key from being
3. Push any door handle request switch while left in the vehicle.
carrying the Intelligent Key with you. trols” section of this manual.
● The request switch is operational only
4. All doors and the rear liftgate will lock. ● Doors lock with the door handle request
when the Intelligent Key has been de-
switch while the ignition switch is not in the
5. The hazard warning lights flash twice and tected by the Intelligent Key system.
LOCK position.
the outside buzzer sounds once.
Lockout protection
CAUTION
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being acci- The lockout protection may not function
dentally locked in the vehicle, lockout protection under the following conditions:
is equipped with the Intelligent Key system.
● When the Intelligent Key is placed on
When the driver’s side door is open, the doors top of the instrument panel.
are locked, and then the Intelligent Key is put
inside the vehicle and all the doors are closed; ● When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
the lock will automatically unlock and the door side the glove box or a storage bin.
buzzer sounds. ● When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
side the door pockets.
NOTE:
● When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
The doors may not lock when the Intelli- side or near metallic materials.
gent Key is in the same hand that is oper-
ating the request switch to lock the door. LPD2058
Put the Intelligent Key in a purse, pocket or Unlocking doors
your other hand.
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the door handle request switch.
3. The hazard warning lights flash once and the
outside buzzer sounds once.
4. Push the door handle request switch again
within 1 minute to unlock all doors.
For power liftgate opening:
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Press the power liftgate request switch.
ing the door handle, push the door handle re- HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
quest switch to unlock the door. KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION
All doors will be locked automatically unless one The remote keyless entry function can operate all
of the following operations is performed within door locks using the remote keyless function of
1 minute after pushing the request switch. the Intelligent Key. The remote keyless function
● Opening any door. can operate at a distance of 33 ft (10 m) away
from the vehicle. The operating distance de-
● Pushing the ignition switch. pends upon the conditions around the vehicle.
The interior light timer illuminates for a period of The remote keyless entry function will not func-
time when a door is unlocked and the room light tion under the following conditions:
switch is in the DOOR position.
● When the Intelligent Key is not within the
The interior light can be turned off without waiting operational range.
by performing one of the following operations:
LPD2059 ● When the doors or the rear liftgate are open
NOTE: ● Placing the ignition switch in the ON posi- or not closed securely.
tion.
Request switches for all doors and liftgate ● When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
can be deactivated when the I-Key Door ● Locking the doors with the remote control. charged.
Lock setting is switched to OFF in the Ve- ● Switching the room light switch to the OFF
hicle Settings of the vehicle information position. CAUTION
display. For additional information, refer to When locking the doors using the Intelli-
● Switching the Auto Room Lamp to the OFF
“Vehicle information display” in the “In- position in Vehicle Settings of the vehicle gent Key, be sure not to leave the key in
struments and controls” section of this information display. For additional informa- the vehicle.
manual. tion, refer to “Vehicle information display” in
If a door handle is pulled while unlocking the the “Instruments and controls” section of this
doors, that door may not be unlocked. Returning manual.
the door handle to its original position will unlock
the door. If the door does not unlock after return-
CAUTION
After locking the doors using the Intelli-
gent Key, be sure that the doors have been
securely locked by operating the door
handles.
WPD0359 WPD0360
WPD0415 WPD0362
Using the panic alarm Answer back horn feature
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, If desired, the answer back horn feature can be
you may activate the panic alarm to call attention deactivated using the Intelligent Key. When de-
by pressing and holding the button on the activated and the LOCK button is
Intelligent Key for longer than 0.5 seconds. pushed, the hazard indicator lights flash twice.
The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a When the UNLOCK button is pushed, nei-
period of time. ther the hazard indicator lights nor the horn op-
erates.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
The Shift to Park warning appears on the Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
When stopping the engine display and the inside warning chime The shift lever is not in the P (Park) position.
sounds continuously.
When shifting the shift lever to the P (Park) The Push ignition to OFF warning appears The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position in the display. position. position.
The Door Open warning appears on the
When opening the driver’s door to get out The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON Place the ignition switch in the OFF
display and the inside warning chime
of the vehicle position. position.
sounds continuously.
The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds 3 The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON Place the ignition switch in the OFF
times and the inside warning chime sounds position. position.
When closing the door after getting out of
for approximately 3 seconds.
the vehicle
The Shift to Park warning appears on the The ignition switch is in the ACC position Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position
display and the outside chime sounds and the shift lever is not in the P (Park) and place the ignition switch in the OFF
continuously. position. position.
When closing the door with the inside lock The outside chime sounds for approximately
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
knob turned to LOCK 3 seconds and all the doors unlock.
When pushing the door handle request
The outside chime sounds for approximately
switch or the LOCK button on the Intelli- The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
2 seconds.
gent Key to lock the door
● Vehicles equipped with heated seats may When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or
have this feature come on during a remote strong radio waves are present near the operat-
start. For additional information, refer to ing location, the Intelligent Key operating range
“Heated front seats” in the “Instruments and becomes narrower, and the Intelligent Key may
controls” section of this manual. not function properly.
Laws in some local communities may restrict the The remote engine start operating range is ap-
use of remote starters. For example, some laws proximately 197 ft (60 m) from the vehicle.
require a person using remote start to have the
vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE
requirements.
To use the remote start feature to start the engine
Other conditions may affect the function of the perform the following:
Remote Engine Start feature. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Conditions the remote start will 1. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle.
LPD2272 not work” in this section.
2. Press the LOCK button to lock all
The button will be on the INFINITI Intelli- Other conditions can affect the performance of doors.
gent Key if the vehicle has remote engine start. the Intelligent Key transmitter. For additional in-
This feature allows the engine to start from out- formation, refer to “INFINITI Intelligent Key Sys- 3. Within 5 seconds press and hold the
side the vehicle. tem” in this section. remote start button until the turn signal lights
flash and the tail lamps turn on. If the vehicle
The following features may be affected when the REMOTE ENGINE START is not within view press and hold the
remote start feature is used: OPERATING RANGE remote start button for at least 2 seconds.
● Vehicles with an automatic climate control The remote engine start function can only be The following events will occur when the engine
system will default to either a heating or used when the Intelligent Key is within the speci- starts:
cooling mode depending on the outside fied operating range from the vehicle.
temperature. ● The parking lights will turn on and remain on
as long as the engine is running.
● Vehicles without automatic climate control
will default to the last used heating or cool- ● The doors will be locked and the climate
ing mode. control system may come on.
● The engine will continue to run for 10 min- A maximum of 2 remote starts, or a single start ● The ignition switch is pushed with an Intelli-
utes. Repeat the steps to extend the time for with an extension, are allowed between ignition gent Key in the vehicle but the brake pedal is
an additional ten minutes. For additional in- cycles. not depressed.
formation, refer to “Extending engine run
time” in this section.
The ignition switch must be cycled to the ON CONDITIONS THE REMOTE START
position and then back to the OFF position be- WILL NOT WORK
Depress and hold the brake then press the push- fore the remote start procedure can be used
button ignition switch to the ON position before again. The remote start will not operate if any of the
driving. For additional information, refer to “Driv- following conditions are present:
ing the vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec- CANCELING A REMOTE START
● The ignition switch is placed in the ON po-
tion of this manual. To cancel a remote start, perform one of the sition.
following:
EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME ● The hood is not securely closed.
● Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and
The remote start feature can be extended one ● The hazard warning lights are on.
time by performing the steps listed in “Remote press until the parking lights turn off.
starting the vehicle” in this section. Run time will ● The engine is still running. The engine must
● Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
be calculated as follows: be completely stopped. Wait at least 6 sec-
● Cycle the ignition switch ON and then OFF. onds if the engine goes from running to off.
● The first 10 minute run time will start when This is not applicable when extending en-
the remote start function is performed. ● The extended engine run time has expired.
gine run time.
● The second 10 minutes will start immedi- ● The first 10 minute timer has expired.
● The remote start button is not pressed
ately when the remote start function is per- ● The engine hood has been opened. and held for at least 2 seconds.
formed again. For example, if the engine has
been running for 5 minutes, and 10 minutes ● The shift lever is moved out of park. ● The remote start button is not pressed
are added, the engine will run for a total of ● The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the and held within 5 seconds of pressing the
15 minutes. vehicle. lock button.
● Extending engine run time will bring you to ● The ignition switch is pushed without an ● The brake is pressed.
the 2 remote start limit. Intelligent Key in the vehicle. ● The doors are not closed and locked.
● The trunk or back door is open.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-21
HOOD
LIFTGATE
WARNING
● Always be sure the liftgate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
● Do not drive with the liftgate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases
to be drawn into the vehicle. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Exhaust
gas (carbon monoxide)” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
● Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended LPD2212 LPD2069
children could become involved in seri- Instrument panel switch Liftgate opener switch
ous accidents.
OPERATING THE POWER LIFTGATE
● Always be sure that hands and feet are
clear of the door frame to avoid injury
WARNING
while closing the liftgate.
● Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc., inside the vehicle be-
fore closing the liftgate.
● Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents.
LPD2277 SPA2778
POWER LIFTGATE MAIN SWITCH Power liftgate release
The power liftgate operation can be turned on or If the liftgate cannot be opened with the instru-
off by the power liftgate main switch on the ment panel switch, liftgate opener switch or key
instrument panel. fob due to a discharged battery, follow these
steps:
When the power liftgate main switch is pushed to
the OFF position, the power operation is not 1. Remove the cover s
A on the inside of the
available by the power liftgate switch on the liftgate.
liftgate and liftgate opener switch s
A or s
B.
2. Move the lever s
B as illustrated to open the
Power operation is available when in the OFF liftgate.
position by the instrument panel switch and the
Contact an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible
key fob button.
for repair.
FUEL-FILLER DOOR
LIFTGATE POSITION SETTING To lock, close the fuel-filler door securely and
lock the doors.
The liftgate can be set to open to a specific height
(Garage mode) by performing the following: FUEL-FILLER CAP
1. Open the liftgate using the request switch or
the Intelligent Key. WARNING
2. Pull the liftgate down and move to the de- ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and
sired height position (the liftgate will have highly explosive under certain condi-
some resistance when being manually ad- tions. You could be burned or seriously
justed). injured if it is misused or mishandled.
Always stop the engine and do not
3. Press and hold the power liftgate switch sB smoke or allow open flames or sparks
located on the liftgate for more than 3 sec- near the vehicle when refueling.
onds or until 2 beeps are heard.
WPD0454 ● Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
The liftgate will open to the selected position after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
setting. To change the position of the liftgate, OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR automatically. Continued refueling may
repeat Steps 1-3 for setting the position of the The fuel-filler door automatically unlocks when cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
liftgate. the driver’s door is unlocked. spray and possibly a fire.
1. Unlock the fuel-filler door using one of the ● Use only an original equipment type
following operations: fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has a
built-in safety valve needed for proper
● Unlock the driver’s door with the key fob. operation of the fuel system and emis-
sion control system. An incorrect cap
● Unlock the driver’s door with the key.
can result in a serious malfunction and
● Push the power door lock switch to the possible injury. It could also cause
unlock position. the Malfunction Indicator Light
● Push the door handle request switch. (MIL) to come on.
2. To open the fuel-filler door, push the right ● Never pour fuel into the throttle body to
side of the fuel-filler door to release. attempt to start your vehicle.
● Do not fill a portable fuel container in ● The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning will ap-
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity pear if the fuel-filler cap is not properly
can cause an explosion of flammable tightened. It may take a few driving trips
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or for the message to be displayed. Failure
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly
injury or death when filling portable fuel after the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ap-
containers: pears may cause the Malfunction
– Always place the container on the Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
ground when filling. ● Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap
– Do not use electronic devices when properly may cause the Malfunc-
filling. tion Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
If the light illuminates because
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact
the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
with the container while you are fill- LPD2065
tighten or install the cap and continue
ing it.
to drive the vehicle. The light To remove the fuel-filler cap:
– Use only approved portable fuel con- should turn off after a few driving trips.
tainers for flammable liquid. 1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to
If the light does not turn off after a remove.
few driving trips, have the vehicle in-
CAUTION spected by an INFINITI retailer. 2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder s
1
while refueling.
● Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your ● For additional information, refer to
vehicle. For additional information, re- “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in To install the fuel-filler cap:
fer to “Fuel Recommendation” in the the “Instruments and Controls” section
“Technical and consumer information” 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-
in this manual.
section of this manual. filler tube.
● If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a
flush it away with water to avoid paint
single click is heard.
damage.
TILT/TELESCOPIC STEERING
SUN VISORS
CAUTION
For vehicles with automatic drive posi-
tioner: Failure to reset the tilt and tele-
scoping functions of the steering wheel,
after the vehicle’s battery has been dis-
charged, may prevent the steering wheel
position from being adjusted.
For vehicles with automatic drive positioner: Both
the tilt and telescopic steering operation must be
reset after the vehicle’s battery has been dis-
charged in order to prevent the tilt and telescopic
operation from locking in one position. When the
battery has been recharged or replaced, perform
WPD0366
the following:
TILT AND TELESCOPIC OPERATION ● For tilt operation: Adjust the switch s
1 so
To adjust the steering wheel move the switch s
1 the steering wheel moves to the highest
in the following directions: position s 2 that can be reached.
● Adjust the steering wheel up or down in ● For telescopic operation: Adjust the switch
direction s
2 to the desired tilt position. s1 so the steering wheel moves to the most
forward and backward position s 3 that can
● Adjust the steering wheel forward or back- be reached.
WPD0435
ward in direction s 3 to the desired tele-
Performing these operations resets the range of
scopic position. the steering wheel’s tilt and telescopic function.
s
1 To block glare from the front, swing down the
sun visor.
s
2 To block glare from the side, remove the sun
visor from the center mount and swing the
visor to the side.
MIRRORS
s
3 Slide the extension sun visor in or out as
needed.
CAUTION
● Do not store the sun visor before return-
ing the extension to its original
position.
● Do not pull the extension sun visor forc-
ibly downward.
LPD2067 LPD0446
VANITY MIRRORS AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE
To access the vanity mirror, pull the sun visor REARVIEW MIRROR
down and flip open the mirror cover. The vanity The inside mirror is designed so that it automati-
mirror will illuminate when the mirror cover is cally dims according to the intensity of the head-
open.
lights of the vehicle following you. The automatic
anti-glare feature operates only when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The indicator light s1 will illuminate when the
automatic anti-glare feature is operating.
To turn off the automatic anti-glare feature, press
the button. The indicator light will turn off.
LPD2269
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 s 1 to select the left or right
mirror. Adjust each mirror to the desired position
using the large switch s 2 .
If one of the mirrors are manually operated or ● The ignition switch is placed in the OFF
bumped, the mirror body can become loose at position.
the pivot point. To correct electronic mirror op-
eration, cycle the mirrors by pushing the NOTE:
“CLOSE” switch until completely closed, then If the outside mirror control switch is in the
push the “OPEN” switch until the mirrors are in neutral position, neither mirror will turn
the open position. downward when the shift lever is moved to
R (Reverse).
Reverse tilt-down feature (if so
equipped) For additional information regarding this feature,
refer to “Automatic drive positioner” in this sec-
The reverse tilt-down feature will turn the outside tion.
mirror surface downward to provide better rear
visibility close to the vehicle. Heated mirrors
SPA2738 The outside mirrors can be heated to defrost,
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
Power folding outside mirrors turn the outside mirror control switch to the left or defog, or de-ice for improved visibility. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Rear window and
right position. Only one mirror can be selected at
outside mirror defroster switch” in the “Instru-
CAUTION a time.
ments and controls” section of this manual.
● Do not touch the mirrors while they are Move the shift lever to R (Reverse). The selected
moving. Your hand may be pinched, and mirror will turn downward.
the mirror may malfunction.
The selected mirror surface will return to its origi-
● Do not drive with the mirrors stored. nal position when any of the following have oc-
You will be unable to see behind the curred:
vehicle.
● The shift lever is moved to any position other
Push the s2 switch to open or the s
1 switch to
than R (Reverse).
close the mirrors.
● The outside mirror control switch is set to the
neutral or center position.
The automatic drive positioner system has three supplemental restraint system” section of
features: this manual, and “Tilt/Telescopic Steering”
and “Outside mirrors” in this section.
● Memory storage function
During this step, do not place the ignition
● Entry/exit function
switch in any position other than ON.
● Seat synchronization function
4. Push the SET switch and, within 5 seconds,
push the memory switch (1 or 2).
The indicator light for the pushed memory
switch will come on and stay on for approxi-
mately 5 seconds after pushing the switch.
After the indicator light goes off, the se-
lected positions are stored in the selected
memory (1 or 2). A chime will sound if the
LPD2068
memory has been stored correctly (if so
MEMORY STORAGE FUNCTION equipped).
Two positions for the driver’s seat, steering col- If a new memory is stored in the same memory
umn, and outside mirrors can be stored in the switch, the previous memory will be deleted.
automatic drive positioner memory. Follow these Linking a key fob to a stored memory
procedures to use the memory system.
position
1. Set the Continuously Variable Transmission
Each key fob can be linked to a stored memory
(CVT) shift lever to the P (Park) position.
position (memory switch 1 or 2) with the follow-
2. Place the ignition in the ON position. ing procedure.
3. Adjust the driver’s seat, steering column, 1. Follow the steps for storing a memory posi-
and outside mirrors to the desired positions tion.
by manually operating each adjusting
switch. For additional information, refer to
“Seats” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
3-34 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
2. While the indicator light for the memory The selected mirror surface will return to its origi- not be adjusted for the driving position. Note that
switch being set is illuminated for 5 sec- nal position when any of the following have oc- the function is set to disabled as the factory
onds, press the button on the key fob. curred: default setting.
The indicator light will blink. After the indica- ● The shift lever is moved to any position other The seat synchronization function operates under
tor light goes off, the key fob is linked to that than R (Reverse). the following conditions:
memory setting.
● The outside mirror control switch is set to the ● The ignition switch is in the ON position.
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF posi- neutral or center position.
tion, press the button on the key fob. The ● The shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
driver’s seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors ● The ignition switch is placed in the OFF
If the outside mirrors or the steering wheel
will move to the memorized position. position.
reaches its maximum adjustment, the function is
NOTE: automatically disabled. Restart the function by
NOTE: selecting a previously stored seat memory posi-
If a new memory position is saved to the If the outside mirror control switch is in the tion using the memory switches (1 or 2). An
memory switch, the key fob automatically neutral position, neither mirror will turn Intelligent Key that was previously linked to the
re-links. downward when the shift lever is moved to stored seat memory can also be used to restart
R (Reverse). the function.
Reverse tilt-down feature (if so
equipped) Seat synchronization function If a seat position was not previously stored in the
seat memory, restart the function by adjusting the
The seat synchronization function automatically steering wheel and outside mirrors manually for
The reverse tilt-down feature will turn the se-
adjusts the positions of the steering wheel and your best driving position and then drive the
lected outside mirror surface downward to pro-
outside mirrors when the seat is adjusted using vehicle above 4 MPH (7 km/h).
vide better rear visibility close to the vehicle.
the power seat switches.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, Cancel or activate seat synchronization
However, the steering wheel and outside mirrors function
turn the outside mirror control switch to the left or
will not move if the seat is adjusted over the
right position. Only one mirror can be selected at The shift lever must be in the P (Park) position
maximum thresholds. The system considers that
a time. with the ignition switch placed in the ACC posi-
the steering wheel and outside mirror adjust-
Move the shift lever to R (Reverse). The selected ments are not necessary because the seat may tion.
mirror will turn downward.
Confirming memory storage Selecting the memorized position The driver’s seat and steering wheel will return to
the previous position:
● Place the ignition switch in the ON position Set the shift lever to the P (Park) position, then:
and push the SET switch. If the main memory ● When the driver’s door is closed with the
● Within 45 seconds of opening the driver’s ignition switch placed in the LOCK position.
has not been stored, the indicator light will
door, push the memory switch (1 or 2) or
come on for approximately 0.5 seconds. ● When the ignition switch is turned from
When the memory has stored the position, ● Place the ignition switch in the ON position ACC to ON while the shift lever is in the P
the indicator light will stay on for approxi- and push the memory switch (1 or 2). (Park) position.
mately 5 seconds.
The driver’s seat, steering column, and outside The entry/exit function can be adjusted or can-
● If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the mirrors will move to the memorized position with celed through the Vehicle Settings in the vehicle
fuse opens, the memory storage function will the indicator light blinking, and then the light will information display by performing the following:
be canceled and must be restarted before a stay on for approximately 5 seconds.
stored memory position can be set again. ● Switch the Exit Seat Slide from ON to OFF.
Drive the vehicle over 25 MPH (40 km/h) to ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION
● Switch the Exit Steering UP from ON to
restart the memory storage function. You This system is designed so that the driver’s seat OFF.
can also restart the memory storage function and automatic operation steering column will au-
using the following procedure. tomatically move when the shift lever is in the P Restarting the entry/exit function
1. Connect the battery cable or replace the (Park) position. This allows the driver to get into If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse
fuse. and out of the driver’s seat more easily. opens, the entry/exit function will be disabled.
2. Open and close the driver’s door more than The driver’s seat will slide backward and the Drive the vehicle over 25 MPH (40 km/h) to
two times with the ignition switch in the steering column will move up: restart the entry/exit function. You can also restart
LOCK position. the entry/exit function using the following proce-
● When the driver’s door is opened with the dure.
Once the memory storage function has been ignition switch placed in the LOCK position.
restarted, you can store a memory position. 1. Connect the battery cable or replace the
● When the ignition switch is turned from fuse.
For additional information, refer to “Memory ACC to LOCK with the driver’s door open.
storage function” in this section. 2. Open and close the driver’s door more than
two times with the ignition switch in the
LOCK position.
The entry/exit function should now work properly.
3-36 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SETTING MEMORY FUNCTION For additional information on using the Climate ● When no seat position is stored in the
control system refer to “Heater and air condi- memory switch.
The position of the following settings can be tioner (automatic)” in the “Monitor, climate, audio,
linked to the Intelligent Key and the memorized ● When the shift lever is moved from P (Park)
phone and voice recognition systems” section of to any other position.
settings can be available for each Intelligent Key. this manual.
● Climate control system ● When the driver’s door remains open more
For additional information on using the Naviga- than 45 seconds and the ignition switch is
● Navigation system (if so equipped) tion System, refer to the separate Navigation not in the ON position.
System Owner’s Manual.
● Audio system ● The seat synchronization function is auto-
For additional information on using the Audio matically disabled if the outside mirrors or
To use the memory function, set the climate, system, refer to “Audio system” in the “Monitor, steering wheel reaches its maximum adjust-
navigation and audio systems to the driver’s pre- climate, audio, phone and voice recognition sys- ment.
ferred settings. Lock the doors with the Intelligent
tems” section of this manual.
Key. Each Intelligent Key may be set with the ● The seat synchronization function will not
driver’s individual preferences. When a new In- SYSTEM OPERATION operate if the seat is adjusted over one of the
telligent Key is used, “Connection with the key following maximum thresholds:
has been done” will be displayed on the screen The automatic drive positioner system will not
work or will stop operating under the following – Seat sliding: 3.0 in (76 mm)
and the memorized settings are available.
conditions: – Seatback reclining: 9.1 degrees
To engage the memorized settings, perform the
following: ● When the vehicle speed is above 4 MPH – Seat lifter (rear side): 0.8 in (20 mm)
(7 km/h).
1. Carry the Intelligent Key that is linked to the The entry/exit function can be adjusted or can-
memorized settings. ● When any of the memory switches are celed through the Vehicle Settings in the vehicle
pushed while the automatic drive positioner information display by performing the following:
2. Unlock the doors by pushing the driver’s
door handle request switch or the is operating. ● Switch the Exit Seat Slide from ON to OFF.
UNLOCK button on the Intelligent ● When the adjusting switch for the driver’s ● Switch the Exit Steering UP from ON to
Key. seat and steering column is turned on while OFF.
the automatic drive positioner is operating.
3. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion. The settings linked to the Intelligent Key ● When the seat has already been moved to
will start. the memorized position.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-37
Control panel buttons — color screen without How to park with predicted course lines. . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Navigation System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Difference between predictive and actual
How to use the INFINITI controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
How to select menus on the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 How to adjust the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
How to use the STATUS button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Operating tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
How to use the INFO button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Around View® Monitor (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
How to use the SETTING button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Available views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Difference between predictive and actual
OFF button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
ECON (fuel economy) button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 How to switch the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Control panel buttons — color screen with Parking Sensor (if so equipped) Rear Center
Navigation System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Sonar (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
How to use the INFINITI controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Moving Object Detection (MOD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
How to use the touch-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 How to adjust the screen view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Around View Monitor settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
How to select menus on the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 View malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
How to use the STATUS button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Operating tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
How to use the INFO button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
How to use the SETTING button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
OFF button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 Automatic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
Image viewer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 Manual operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
Using the image viewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 Operating tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43
RearView Monitor (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 CLIMATE setting screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
How to read the displayed lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Servicing air conditioner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-3
2. Menu Selections:
Shows the options to choose within that
menu screen (for example, Pacific time zone,
Mountain time zone, etc.).
3. UP/DOWN Movement Indicator:
Shows that the INFINITI controller may be
used to move UP/DOWN on the screen and
select more options.
4. Screen Count:
Shows the number of menu selections avail-
able for that screen (for example, 1/9).
5. Footer/Information Line:
Provides more information (if available)
LHA1300 WHA1149
about the menu selection currently high-
HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE lighted (for example, manually set the time HOW TO USE THE INFO BUTTON
SCREEN zone).
Press the INFO button. This screen sets or dis-
Vehicle functions are viewed on the center dis- HOW TO USE THE STATUS plays various information that is helpful for using
play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec- BUTTON the vehicle. Available items include fuel economy
tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different and maintenance information.
To display the status of the audio, climate control
areas on the screen provide you with important system and fuel consumption, press the STATUS
information. See the following for details: button.
1. Header: The following information will appear when the
Shows the path used to get to the current STATUS button is pressed multiple times:
screen (for example, press the SETTING
button > then select the “Clock” key, then Audio → Audio and climate control system →
select the “Time Zone” key). Audio and fuel consumption → Audio
4-4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-5
LHA1304
4-6 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-7
If you press either of the BACK buttons s 3 To help ensure safe driving, some functions can-
before the operation is completed, the operation not be operated while driving.
will be canceled and/or the display will return to The on-screen functions that are not available
the previous screen. while driving will be “grayed out” or muted.
After the operation is complete, press either of Park the vehicle in a safe location and then oper-
the BACK buttons s 3 to return to the
ate the navigation system.
previous screen.
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-9
Touch-screen operation
With this system, the same operations as those
for the INFINITI controller are possible using the
touch-screen operation.
LHA1227
4-10 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Touch-screen maintenance
If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft
cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary, use a
small amount of neutral detergent with a soft
cloth. Never spray the screen with water or de-
tergent. Dampen the cloth first, and then wipe the
screen.
MENU OPTIONS
The start menu can be displayed using the menu
control switch on the steering wheel controls.
1. While the MAP or STATUS screen is dis-
played, press and hold the menu control
switch until the “Menu Options” screen ap- SAA2476 LHA2178
pears. Available items HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
2. Highlight the preferred item by tilting the SCREEN
menu control switch up or down. Press the Vehicle functions are viewed on the center dis-
menu control switch to select the high- play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec-
lighted item. tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different
areas on the screen provide you with important
information. See the following for details.
1. Header:
Shows the path used to get to the current
screen (for example, press the SETTING
button > then select the “Audio” key).
2. Menu Selections:
Shows the options to choose within that
menu screen (for example, Bass, etc.).
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-11
4-12 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-13
LHA2152
4-14 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems 4-15
IMAGE VIEWER
Viewing images
To view an image, press the SETTING button and
then select the “Image Viewer” key with the
INFINITI controller. The Image Viewer screen will
be displayed.
A list of compatible images on the storage device
is displayed on the left side of the screen, while
the selected image is displayed on the right side
of the screen. To choose a different picture from
the list, use the INFINITI controller to scroll
through the list once the desired image is high-
lighted.
4-16 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Select the “Full Screen Display” key and press viewing one of the images. The slideshow control
the ENTER button to view a full screen version of buttons are located on the right side of the
the image. screen.
Image requirements Select the play key to begin the slideshow.
● Image type: JPEG The images shown on the screen will periodically
change at a given interval of time. To skip through
● File extensions: *.jpg, *.jpeg the images without waiting for them to change
● Maximum resolution: 2048 x 1536 automatically, select the key to skip back-
ward or the key to skip forward. Select the
● Maximum size: 2 MB
stop key to end the slideshow and return
● Colors: 32,768 (15-bit) to the full screen display of the image currently on
● Maximum file name length: 253 bytes (dis- the screen.
play only shows first 8 characters) LHA1310 Slideshow settings
● Maximum folders: 500 Viewing images in a slideshow While in slideshow mode, the following settings
● Maximum images per folder: 1,024 To view all of the images on the device in a can be accessed:
slideshow, first enter the full screen mode while
Settings
Slideshow Speed Changes the frequency at which images are changed during a slideshow. Choose one of the options on the screen or “No Auto Change” to
have the images not change automatically.
Slideshow Order
Random Changes images in a random order when selected.
Order List Changes images in the order in which they are saved on the USB device.
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When the shift lever is shifted into the R (Re- ● Do not put anything on the rear view
verse) position, the monitor display shows a rear- camera. The rear view camera is in-
ward view from the vehicle. stalled above the license plate.
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LHA1198 LHA3145
3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting the Backing up on a steep uphill
steering wheel so that the predicted course
lines s
B enter the parking space s C. When backing up the vehicle up a hill, the dis-
tance guide lines and the vehicle width guide
lines are shown closer than the actual distance.
For example, the display shows 3 ft (1.0 m) to the
place s A , but the actual 3 ft (1.0 m) distance on
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the hill is the place s B . Note that any object on the hill is the place sB . Note that any object on
the hill is further than it appears on the monitor. the hill is closer than it appears on the monitor.
LHA3146
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● When the shift lever is shifted to the R (Re- ● Do not use wax on the camera lens. Wipe off With the ignition switch in the ON position, press
verse) position, the display screen automati- any wax with a clean cloth that has been the CAMERA button or move the shift lever to the
cally changes to the RearView Monitor dampened with a mild detergent diluted with R (Reverse) position to operate the Around View
mode. However, the radio can be heard. water. Monitor. The monitor displays various views of
the position of the vehicle.
● When the view is switched, the display im-
ages on the screen may be displayed in Available views:
some delay. ● Bird’s-Eye View
● When the temperature is extremely high or The surrounding view of the vehicle from
low, the screen may not clearly display ob- above.
jects. This is not a malfunction. ● Front-Side View
The view around and ahead of the front
● When strong light is directly coming on the
passenger’s side wheel.
camera, objects may not be displayed
clearly. This is not a malfunction. ● Front View
An approximately 150-degree view of the
● Vertical lines may be seen in objects on the front of the vehicle.
screen. This is due to strong reflected light
from the bumper. This is not a malfunction. ● Front-Wide View
An approximately 180-degree view of the
● The screen may flicker under fluorescent front of the vehicle.
light. This is not a malfunction.
● Rearview
● The colors of objects on the RearView Moni- An approximately 150-degree view of the
tor may differ somewhat from the actual rear of the vehicle.
color of objects. This is not a malfunction.
● Rear-Wide View
● Objects on the monitor may not be clear in a An approximately 180-degree view of the
dark environment. This is not a malfunction. rear of the vehicle.
● If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the cam- The system is designed as an aid to the driver in
era, the RearView Monitor may not display situations such as slot parking or parallel parking.
objects clearly. Clean the camera.
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● The distance between objects viewed in ● The displayed lines on the rearview will
the rearview differs from the actual dis- appear slightly off to the right because
tance between a wise-angle lens is the rearview camera is not installed in
used. the rear center of the vehicle.
● Use the displayed lines and the bird’s- ● The vehicle width and predictive course
eye view as a reference. The lines and lines are wider than the actual width
the bird’s-eye view are greatly affected and course.
by the number of occupants, fuel level,
vehicle position, road condition and
road grade.
● If the tires are replaced with different
sized tires, the predictive course lines
and the bird’s-eye view may be dis-
played incorrectly. SAA1840
Front view
● When driving the vehicle up a hill, ob-
jects viewed in the monitor are further Front and rearview
than they appear. When driving the ve- Guiding lines, which indicate the vehicle width
hicle down a hill, objects viewed in the and distance to objects with reference to the
monitor are closer than they appear. vehicle body line s
A , are displayed on the moni-
Use the mirrors or actually look to prop- tor.
erly judge distances to other objects.
Distance guide lines:
● Objects in the monitor will appear visu-
ally opposite than when viewed in the Indicate distances from the vehicle body:
rearview and outside mirrors.
● Red line s
1 : approximately 1.5 ft (0.5 m)
● On a snow-covered or slippery road,
there may be a difference between the ● Yellow line s
2 : approximately 3 ft (1 m)
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NOTE:
When the monitor displays the front view
and the steering wheel turns about 90 de-
grees or less from the neutral position,
both the right and left predictive course
lines s6 are displayed. When the steering
wheel turns about 90 degrees or more, a
line is displayed only on the opposite side
of the turn.
SAA1896 LHA2213
Rearview Bird’s-eye view
Vehicle width guide lines s
5 :
The bird’s-eye view shows the overhead view of
Indicate the vehicle width when backing up. the vehicle, which helps confirm the vehicle po-
Predictive course lines s
6 : sition and the predicted course to a parking
space.
Indicate the predictive course when operating
the vehicle. The predictive course lines will be The vehicle icon s 1 shows the position of the
displayed on the monitor when the steering vehicle. Note that the size of the vehicle icon on
wheel is turned. The predictive course lines will the bird’s-eye view may differ somewhat from the
move depending on how much the steering actual vehicle.
wheel is turned and will not be displayed while The areas that the cameras cannot cover s
2 are
the steering wheel is in the straight ahead posi- indicated in black.
tion.
The non-viewable area s2 is highlighted in yellow
for several seconds after the bird’s-eye view is
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displayed. It will be shown only the first time after When the monitor displays the rear view, the
the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. predictive course lines are shown at back of the
vehicle.
When the corner of the vehicle moves closer to
an object, the corner sonar indicators s
3 appear.
WARNING
When the center of the vehicle moves close to an
object, the center sonar indicator s4 appears (if ● Objects in the bird’s-eye view will ap-
so equipped). pear further than the actual distance
because the bird’s-eye view is a pseudo
The driver can check the direction and angle of view that is processed by combining the
the tire on the display by tire icon s
5 when driving views from the cameras on the outside
the vehicle forward or backward. mirrors, the front and the rear of the
vehicle.
Predictive course lines (s 6 and s 7 ) indicate the
predictive course when operating the vehicle. ● Tall objects, such as a curb or vehicle,
The predictive course lines will be displayed on may be misaligned or not displayed at SAA1842
the monitor when the steering wheel is turned. the seam of the views.
Front-side view
The predictive course lines will move depending ● Objects that are above the camera can-
on how much the steering wheel is turned and not be displayed. Guiding lines:
will not be displayed while the steering wheel is in
● The view of the bird’s-eye view may be Guiding lines that indicate the width and the front
the neutral position.
misaligned when the camera position end of the vehicle are displayed on the monitor.
When the monitor displays the front view and the alters.
steering wheel turns about 90 degrees or less The front-of-vehicle line s
1 shows the front part
from the neutral position, the two green predic- ● A line on the ground may be misaligned of the vehicle.
tive course lines s6 are shown in front of the and is not seen as being straight at the
seam of the views. The misalignment The side-of-vehicle line s2 shows the vehicle
vehicle. width including the outside mirrors.
will increase as the line proceeds away
When the steering wheel turns about 90 degrees from the vehicle. The extensions s3 of both the front s
1 and side
or more, one green predictive course lines is
shown in front of the vehicle and other green
● Tire angle display does not indicate the s2 lines are shown with a green dotted line.
actual tire angle.
predictive course lines s
7 is shown at side of the The corner sonar indicator s
4 will appear when a
vehicle. corner of the vehicle moves closer to an object.
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CAUTION
The turn signal light may look like the
side-of-vehicle line. This is not a
malfunction.
LHA2318 SAA2629
Front-wide view Rear-wide view
Front-wide and rear-wide view Distance guide lines
The front-wide and rear-wide view shows a wider Indicates distances from the vehicle body:
area on the entire screen and allows the checking
● Red line s
1 : approximately 1.5 ft (0.5 m)
of the blind corners on right and left sides. The
rear-wide view displays an approximately 180- ● Yellow line s
2 : approximately 3 ft (1 m)
degree area while the front-view and rear-view
display an approximately 150-degree area. The ● Green line s
3 : approximately 7 ft (2 m)
predictive course lines are not displayed when ● Green line s
4 : approximately 10 ft (3 m)
using the front-wide and rear-wide view.
Vehicle width guide lines s
5
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN the hill is the place s B . Note that any object on
PREDICTIVE AND ACTUAL the hill is further than it appears on the monitor.
DISTANCES
LHA3145
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LHA3146 LHA1201
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LHA2319
If the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position, the ● The driver is always responsible for
available views are: safety during parking and other
● Rearview/bird’s-eye view split screen maneuvers.
● Rearview/front-side view split screen ● Always look around and check that it is
safe to move before parking.
● Rear-wide view
● Read and understand the limitations of
The display automatically changes to the Around the sonar (parking sensor) as contained
View Monitor displaying front-view/bird’s-eye in this section.
view when:
● The colors of the sonar indicators and
● The shift lever is in the D (Drive) position and the distance guide lines in the front,
the sonar detects the vehicle is approaching front-wide, rear and rear-wide views in-
an object. dicate different distances to the object.
The display will switch from the Around View LHA2320 ● Inclement weather or ultrasonic
Monitor screen when: sources such as an automatic car wash,
PARKING SENSOR (if so equipped)
● When the shift lever is in the D (Drive) posi- a truck’s compressed-air brakes or a
REAR CENTER SONAR (if so pneumatic drill may affect the function
tion and the vehicle speed increases above
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)
equipped) of the system; this may include reduced
performance or a false activation.
● When the sonar no longer detects an object The sonar (parking sensor) sounds a tone to
inform the driver of obstacles near the bumper. ● This function is designed as an aid to the
the screen will automatically switch back the
driver in detecting large stationary ob-
previously displayed screen.
WARNING jects to help avoid damaging the vehicle.
● When a different screen is selected.
● The sonar (parking sensor) is a conve- ● The system is not designed to prevent
nience feature. It is not a substitute for contact with small or moving objects.
proper parking. ● The system will not detect small objects
● The system is deactivated at speeds below the bumper, and may not detect
above 6 mph (10km/h). It is reactivated objects close to the bumper or on the
at lower speeds. ground.
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● The system may not detect the follow- The system gives the tone for front objects when
ing objects: the shift lever is in the D (Drive) position and both
front and rear objects when the shift lever is in the
– Fluffy objects such as snow, cloth, R (Reverse) position.
cotton, glass or wool.
When the camera image is shown on the display,
– Thin objects such as rope, wire or the system shows the sonar indicator regardless
chain. of the shift selector position.
– Wedge-shaped objects. The system is deactivated at speeds above
● If your vehicle sustains damage to the 6 mph (10 km/h). It is reactivated at lower
bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or speeds.
bent, the sensing zone may be altered When the objects are detected, the indicator
causing inaccurate measurement of ob- (green) appears and blinks and the tone sounds
jects or false alarms. intermittently. When the vehicle moves closer to
LHA2321
the object, the color of the indicator turns yellow
CAUTION and the rate of the blinking and the rate of the When the key s 1 is selected, the indicator s
2 will
● Excessive noise (such as audio system tone increase. When the vehicle is very close to turn off and the sonar will be turned off temporar-
volume or an open vehicle window) will the object, the indicator stops blinking and turns ily. The Moving Object Detection (MOD) system
interfere with the tone and it may not be red, and the tone sounds continuously. will also be turned off at the same time. When the
heard. The intermittent tone will stop after 3 seconds key is selected again, the indicator will turn on
when an object is detected by only the corner and the sonar will turn back on.
● Keep the surface of the sonar sensors
(located on the front and rear bumper sonar and the distance does not change. In the below cases, the sonar will be turned back
fascia) free from accumulations of The tone will stop when the object is no longer on automatically:
snow, ice and dirt. Do not scratch the near the vehicle. ● When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)
surface of the sonar sensors when
cleaning. If the sensors are covered, the position.
accuracy of the sonar function will be ● When the CAMERA button is pressed and a
diminished. screen other than the camera view is shown
on the display.
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● When vehicle speed decreases below ap- ● When the shift lever is in the D position and ● The system is not designed to prevent
proximately 6 mph (10 km/h). the vehicle speed is below approximately contact with all objects.
5 mph (8 km/h), the MOD system detects
● When the ignition switch is placed in the ● The MOD system does not have the
moving objects in the front view or front-
OFF position and turned back to the ON function to detect the surrounding sta-
wide view.
position again. tionary objects.
● When the shift lever is in the R position and
To prevent the sonar system from activating alto-
the vehicle speed is below approximately
gether, use the “Camera Settings” menu. For
5 mph (8 km/h), the MOD system detects
additional information, refer to “Around View®
moving objects in the rearview or rear-wide
Monitor settings” in this section.
view. The MOD system will not operate if the
MOVING OBJECT DETECTION liftgate is open.
(MOD) The MOD system does not detect moving ob-
The MOD system can inform the driver of the jects in the front-side view. The MOD icon is not
moving objects surrounding the vehicle when displayed on the screen when in this view.
driving out of garages, maneuvering into parking
lots and in other such instances. WARNING
● The MOD system is not a substitute for
The MOD system detects moving objects by
proper vehicle operation and is not de-
using image processing technology on the image signed to prevent contact with the ob-
shown in the display. jects surrounding the vehicle. When
The MOD system operates in the following con- maneuvering, always use the outside
ditions when the camera view is displayed: mirror and rear view mirror and turn and
check the surrounding to ensure it is
● When the shift lever is in the P or N position safe to maneuver.
and the vehicle is stopped, the MOD system
● The system is deactivated at speeds
detects the moving objects in the bird’s-eye
above 6 mph (10 km/h). It is reactivated
view. The MOD system will not operate if the
at lower speeds
outside mirror is moving in or out or if either
door is opened.
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LHA2322
When the MOD system detects moving objects While the sonar or the Back-up Collision Inter- If the MOD system is turned off, the MOD icon s
3
near the vehicle, the yellow frame will be dis- vention (BCI) chime (if so equipped) is beeping, is not displayed.
played on the view where the objects are de- the MOD system does not chime.
The MOD system will turn on automatically under
tected and a chime will sound once. While the
A blue MOD icon is displayed in the view where the following conditions:
MOD system continues to detect moving ob-
the MOD system is operative. A gray MOD icon is
jects, the yellow frame continues to be displayed. ● When the shift lever is in the R position.
displayed in the view where the MOD system is
In the bird’s-eye view, the yellow frame s
1 is not operative. ● When the CAMERA button is pressed to
displayed on each camera image (front, rear, switch from a different screen to the camera
When the “MOD” key s is selected, the MOD
4
right, left) depending on where moving objects view on the display
system will turn off temporarily and the indicator
are detected. ● When vehicle speed decreases below ap-
s5 will turn off. At the same time the camera-
The yellow frame s2 is displayed on each view in aiding sonar will also be turned OFF. When the proximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
the front view, front-wide view, rear view and key is pressed again, the indicator will turn on and ● When the ignition switch is placed in the
rear-wide view modes. the MOD system will turn back on. OFF position and then back to the ON posi-
tion.
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To set the MOD system so that it remains off at all – When there is dirt, water drops or HOW TO ADJUST THE SCREEN
times, use the camera settings menu. For addi- snow on the camera lens. VIEW
tional information, refer to “Around View Monitor
settings” in this section. – When the position of the moving ob- To adjust the Display ON/OFF, Brightness, Tint,
jects in the display is not changed. Color, Contrast and Black Level of the Around
WARNING ● The MOD system might detect flowing View Monitor, press the SETTING button with the
water droplets on the camera lens, Around View Monitor on, select the item key and
● Do not use the MOD system when tow- adjust the level using the INFINITI controller.
ing a trailer. The system may not func- white smoke from the muffler, moving
tion properly. shadows, etc. Do not adjust the Brightness, Tint, Color, Con-
● The MOD system may not function trast and Black Level of the Around View Monitor
● Excessive noise (for example, audio while the vehicle is moving. Make sure the park-
system volume or open vehicle window) properly depending on the speed, direc-
tion, distance or shape of the moving ing brake is firmly applied.
will interfere with the chime sound, and
it may not be heard. objects.
● The MOD system performance will be ● If your vehicle sustains damage to the
limited according to environmental con- parts where the camera is installed,
ditions and surrounding objects such leaving it misaligned or bent, the sens-
as: ing zone may be altered and the MOD
system may not detect objects properly.
– When there is low contrast between
background and the moving objects. ● When the temperature is extremely
high or low, the screen may not display
– When there is blinking source of objects clearly. This is not a
light. malfunction.
– When strong light such as another Camera maintenance
vehicle’s headlight or sunlight is
present. If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the camera,
the MOD system may not operate properly. Clean
– When camera orientation is not in its the camera.
usual position, such as when mirror
is folded.
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VENTS
LHA2324
Adjust air flow direction for the center vents s 1 , Open or close the vents using the dial. Move the
driver’s and passenger’s side vents s 2 , and rear dial toward the to open the vents or toward
vents s 3 by moving the vent slide and/or vent
the to close them.
assemblies.
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WARNING
● The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
● Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should also not be left alone. They
could accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent operation of
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
LHA3155 people or animals.
1. (front defroster) button 11. Temperature control (decrease) button ● Do not use the recirculation mode for
2. (rear window and outside mirror (passenger’s side) long periods as it may cause the interior
defroster) button 12. DUAL button air to become stale and the windows to
3. OFF button 13. Manual air flow control button fog up.
4. Fan speed decrease button (driver’s side) Start the engine and operate the controls to
5. Fan speed increase button 14. Temperature control (decrease) button activate the air conditioner.
6. AUTO climate control ON button (driver’s side)
7. REAR button 15. Temperature control (increase) button
8. (driver’s side)
Air recirculation button
9. CLIMATE button
10. Temperature control (increase) button
(passenger’s side)
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3. Press the temperature control button to set 3. To turn off the passenger side temperature
the desired temperature. control, touch the “DUAL” key and the
“DUAL” indicator will turn off.
● The temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air ● The Dual control mode cannot be activated
flow distribution and fan speed are also con- when the air conditioner is in the front de-
trolled automatically. frosting mode.
● Do not set the temperature lower than the Advanced Climate Control System
outside air temperature or the system may (ACCS) (if so equipped)
not work properly.
The Advanced Climate Control System (ACCS)
● This procedure is not recommended if win- keeps the air inside of the vehicle clean, using the
dows fog up. ion control and the automatic air intake control
with exhaust gas detecting sensor.
When the outside temperature decreases to ap-
LHA2196
proximately 0°C (32°F), the A/C function does
CLIMATE SETTING SCREEN not activate even if the “A/C” indicator light illu-
minates.
Climate control settings can be changed on the
screen. Dual control mode setting
Press the CLIMATE button on the instrument You can individually set the driver and front pas-
panel and turn the display to the Climate mode. senger side temperature and air flow mode using
Heating (A/C off) each temperature control button or manual air
flow control button.
The air conditioner does not activate in this mode.
1. Press the CLIMATE button.
When you need to heat only, use this mode.
2. By touching the “DUAL” key, or when the
1. Press the CLIMATE button.
passenger side temperature control button
2. If the “A/C” indicator on the screen illumi- or manual air control button is pushed, the
nates, touch the “A/C” key. (The “A/C” indi- “DUAL” indicator on the screen will illumi-
cator will turn off.) nate.
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Exhaust gas/outside odor detection sensor After the 5 minutes, the sensor detects exhaust
gas and automatically alternates between the
This vehicle is equipped with an exhaust gas
recirculation mode and outside air circulation
detection sensor. When the automatic intake air
mode.
control is ON, the sensor detects industry odors
such as pulp or chemicals, and exhaust gas such
as gasoline or diesel. When such odors or gas
are detected, the system automatically changes
from the outside air circulation mode to the recir-
culation mode.
When the intake air control button is pushed
under the following conditions, the indicator light
on the button will illuminate and the ex-
haust gas detection sensor will turn on.
LHA2695
● The air flow control is not in the front de-
Ion control froster mode (the indicator light on
This unit generates highly concentrated Plasma- the front defroster button is turned
cluster™ ions into the air blown from the vents off).
and reduces odor absorbed into the interior trim. ● The outside temperature is about 0°C (32°F)
When the air conditioner is turned on, the system or more.
generates Plasmacluster™ ions automatically. When the automatic intake air control is ON, for
the first 5 minutes, the recirculation mode is
The amount of Plasmacluster™ ions increases
selected to prevent dust, dirt and pollen from
according to the amount of air flow. When the air
entering the vehicle and cleans the air inside of
flow is high, is displayed on the screen and the vehicle with positive and negative ions that
when the air flow is low, the indication in the are emitted from the vent.
screen changes to .
Plasmacluster™ and Plasmacluster™ ion are reg-
istered trademarks of Sharp Corporation.
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LHA3190
● Temperature control
Press the temperature increase and de-
Front Controls crease buttons (driver’s side) to set the de-
Rear automatic air conditioning system To control the rear automatic air conditioning sired temperature.
system with the front air conditioner control
1. OFF button ● Fan speed control
panel, press the REAR button with the front air
conditioning system on. When the rear automatic Press the (fan speed) increase and
2. (fan speed) increase and decrease decrease buttons to manually control the fan
buttons air conditioning system control is on, the indicator
speed.
light on the REAR button will illuminate and the
3. AUTO button front display will switch to the Rear Air-
4. REAR button conditioning screen.
5. (temperature) increase and decrease The rear automatic air conditioning system can
buttons (driver’s side) be adjusted with the front air conditioner control
panel when the Rear Air-conditioning screen is
displayed.
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LHA2134
Rear Controls
Rear control buttons The rear seat passengers can adjust the rear
automatic air conditioning system using the con-
1. OFF button
trol switches at the rear of the center console.
2. (fan speed increase) button The rear control buttons do not function when the
3. AUTO button Rear Air-conditioning screen is shown on the
front display. To activate the rear control buttons,
4. (temperature increase) button press the REAR button on the front air condi-
tioner control panel and switch the screen on the
5. (temperature decrease) button front display.
6. Display ● OFF button Turns rear automatic air condi-
7. (fan speed decrease) button tioning system off.
● Fan speed increase and decrease but-
tons Adjusts the rear fan speed up or down.
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The air conditioner system in your INFINITI ve- RADIO Reception conditions will constantly change be-
hicle is charged with a refrigerant designed with cause of vehicle movement. Buildings, terrain,
the environment in mind. Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON signal distance and interference from other ve-
position and press the VOL (volume)/ON·OFF hicles can work against ideal reception. De-
This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s (power) knob to turn the radio on. If you listen to scribed below are some of the factors that can
ozone layer. the radio with the engine not running, the ignition affect your radio reception.
Special charging equipment and lubricant is re- switch should be placed in the ACC position.
Some cellular phones or other devices may
quired when servicing your INFINITI air condi-
Radio reception is affected by station signal cause interference or a buzzing noise to come
tioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricants
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build- from the audio system speakers. Storing the de-
will cause severe damage to your air conditioner
ings, bridges, mountains and other external influ- vice in a different location may reduce or elimi-
system. For additional information, refer to “Air
ences. Intermittent changes in reception quality nate the noise.
conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommen-
dations” in the “Technical and consumer informa- normally are caused by these external influences. FM RADIO RECEPTION
tion” section of this manual. Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 – 30 mi
An INFINITI retailer is able to service your “envi- may influence radio reception quality. (40 – 48 km), with monaural (single channel) FM
ronmentally friendly” air conditioning system. having slightly more range than stereo FM. Exter-
Radio reception
nal influences may sometimes interfere with FM
WARNING Your INFINITI radio system is equipped with station reception even if the FM station is within
The air conditioner system contains refrig- state-of-the-art electronic circuits to enhance ra- 25 mi (40 km). The strength of the FM signal is
erant under high pressure. To avoid per- dio reception. These circuits are designed to directly related to the distance between the
sonal injury, any air conditioner service extend reception range, and to enhance the qual- transmitter and receiver. FM signals follow a line-
should be done only by an experienced ity of that reception. of-sight path, exhibiting many of the same char-
technician with proper equipment. acteristics as light. For example, they will reflect
However, there are some general characteristics off objects.
of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect
radio reception quality in a moving vehicle, even Fade and drift: As your vehicle moves away from
when the finest equipment is used. These char- a station transmitter, the signals will tend to fade
and/or drift.
acteristics are completely normal in a given re-
ception area, and do not indicate any malfunction
in your INFINITI radio system.
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Static and flutter: During signal interference from Compact disc (CD) player (models
buildings, large hills or due to antenna position without Navigation System)
(usually in conjunction with increased distance
from the station transmitter), static or flutter can
be heard. This can be reduced by adjusting the CAUTION
treble control to reduce treble response. ● Do not force a compact disc into the CD
insert slot. This could damage the CD
Multipath reception: Because of the reflective
and/or CD changer/player.
characteristics of FM signals, direct and reflected
signals reach the receiver at the same time. The ● Trying to load a CD with the CD door
signals may cancel each other, resulting in mo- closed could damage the CD and/or CD
mentary flutter or loss of sound. changer.
AM RADIO RECEPTION ● Only one CD can be loaded into the CD
player at a time.
AM signals, because of their low frequency, can
bend around objects and skip along the ground. ● Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm)
In addition, the signals can be bounced off the round discs that have the “COMPACT
ionosphere and bent back to earth. Because of disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo on the disc
these characteristics, AM signals are also sub- or packaging.
ject to interference as they travel from transmitter
● During cold weather or rainy days, the
to receiver.
player may malfunction due to the hu-
Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing midity. If this occurs, remove the CD
through freeway underpasses or in areas with and dehumidify or ventilate the player
many tall buildings. It can also occur for several LHA0099 completely.
seconds during ionospheric turbulence even in AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS ● The player may skip while driving on
areas where no obstacles exist.
rough roads.
Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
power lines, electric signs and even traffic lights. ● The CD player sometimes cannot function
when the compartment temperature is
extremely high or low. Decrease/increase
the temperature before use.
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● Do not expose the CD to direct sun- CHECK DISC: ● During cold weather or rainy days, the
light. player may malfunction due to the hu-
● Confirm that the CD is inserted cor-
● CDs that are in poor condition or are midity. If this occurs, remove the
rectly (the label side is facing up,
dirty, scratched or covered with finger- CD/DVD and dehumidify or ventilate
etc.).
prints may not work properly. the player completely.
● Confirm that the CD is not bent or
● The following CDs may not work prop- ● The player may skip while driving on
warped and it is free of scratches.
erly: rough roads.
PRESS EJECT:
● Copy control compact discs (CCCD) ● The CD/DVD player sometimes cannot
This is an error due to excessive tem- function when the passenger compart-
● Recordable compact discs (CD-R) perature inside the player. Remove the ment temperature is extremely high.
● Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) CD by pressing the EJECT button. After Decrease the temperature before use.
a short time, reinsert the CD. The CD
● Do not use the following CDs as they ● Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm)
can be played when the temperature of
may cause the CD player to malfunc- round discs that have the “COMPACT
tion: the player returns to normal.
disc DIGITAL AUDIO” or “DVD Video”
● 3.1 in (8 cm) discs with an adapter UNPLAYABLE: logo on the disc or packaging.
● CDs that are not round The file is unplayable in this audio sys- ● Do not expose the CD/DVD to direct
tem (only MP3 or WMA (if so equipped) sunlight.
● CDs with a paper label CD). ● CDs/DVDs that are of poor quality,
● CDs that are warped, scratched, or dirty, scratched, covered with finger-
have abnormal edges
CD/DVD combination player (models
prints, or that have pinholes may not
with Navigation System) work properly.
● This audio system can only play pre-
recorded CDs. It has no capability to ● Do not force a disc into the CD/DVD ● The following CDs/DVDs are not guar-
record or burn CDs. insert slot. This could damage the anteed to play:
CD/DVD player.
● If the CD cannot be played, one of the ● Copy control compact discs (CCCD)
following messages will be displayed.
● Recordable compact discs (CD-R)
● Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW)
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● This copyright protected technology ● Partitioned USB devices may not play cor-
CAUTION
cannot be used without a permit from rectly.
Macrovision Corporation. It is limited ● Do not force the USB device into the
USB port. Inserting the USB device ● Some characters used in other languages
to personal use, etc., as long as the
tilted or up-side-down into the port may (Chinese, Japanese, etc.) may not appear
permit from Macrovision Corporation
damage the port. Make sure that the properly in the display. Using English lan-
is not issued.
USB device is connected correctly into guage characters with a USB device is rec-
● Modifying or disassembling is prohib- the USB port. ommended.
ited.
● Do not grab the USB port cover (if so General notes for USB use:
● Dolby digital is manufactured under li- equipped) when pulling the USB device
out of the port. This could damage the Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner infor-
cense from Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
port and the cover. mation regarding the proper use and care of the
● Dolby and the double D mark “ ” device.
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, ● Do not leave the USB cable in a place
where it can be pulled unintentionally. Notes for iPod® use:
Inc.
Pulling the cable may damage the port. iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
● DTS and DTS Digital Surround “ ” the U.S. and other countries.
The vehicle is not equipped with a USB device.
are registered trademarks of Digital
USB devices should be purchased separately as ● Improperly plugging in the iPod® may cause
Theater Systems, Inc.
necessary. a checkmark to be displayed on and off
USB (Universal Serial Bus) This system cannot be used to format USB de- (flickering). Always make sure that the
Connection Port vices. To format a USB device, use a personal iPod® is connected properly.
computer. ● An iPod® nano (1st Generation) may remain
WARNING in fast forward or rewind mode if it is con-
In some states/area, the USB device for the front
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the seats plays only sound without images for regu- nected during a seek operation. In this case,
USB device while driving. Doing so can be latory reasons, even when the vehicle is parked. please manually reset the iPod®.
a distraction. If distracted you could lose
This system supports various USB memory de- ● An iPod® nano (2nd Generation) will con-
control of your vehicle and cause an acci-
dent or serious injury. vices, USB hard drives and iPod® players. Some tinue to fast-forward or rewind if it is discon-
USB devices may not be supported by this sys- nected during a seek operation.
tem.
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● An incorrect song title may appear when the ● The Bluetooth® audio may be stopped un- CD or USB with Compressed Audio
Play Mode is changed while using an iPod® der the following conditions: Files (models without Navigation
nano (2nd Generation).
● Receiving a call on the Hands-Free System)
● Audiobooks may not play in the same order Phone System.
as they appear on an iPod®. The file types supported by this system are MP3
● Checking the connection to the hands- and WMA.
● Large video files cause slow responses in an free phone.
iPod®. The vehicle center display may mo- Explanation of terms
● Do not place the Bluetooth® audio device in
mentarily black out, but will soon recover.
an area surrounded by metal or far away from ● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures
● If an iPod® automatically selects large video the in-vehicle Bluetooth® module to prevent Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the
files while in the shuffle mode, the vehicle tone quality degradation and wireless con- most well-known compressed digital audio
center display may momentarily black out, nection disruption. file format. This format allows for near “CD
but will soon recover. quality” sound, but at a fraction of the size of
● While an audio device is connected through
normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an
Bluetooth® streaming audio (if so the Bluetooth® wireless connection, the
battery power of the device may discharge audio track from CD-ROM can reduce the
equipped) file size by approximately a 10:1 ratio with
quicker than usual.
● Some Bluetooth® audio devices may not be virtually no perceptible loss in quality. MP3
recognized by the in-vehicle audio system. ● This system supports the Bluetooth® Audio compression removes the redundant and
Distribution Profile (A2DP, AVRCP). irrelevant parts of a sound signal that the
● It is necessary to set up the wireless con-
human ear doesn’t hear.
nection between a compatible Bluetooth® BLUETOOTH® is a
audio device and the in-vehicle Bluetooth® trademark owned by ● WMA — Windows Media Audio (WMA)* is a
module before using the Bluetooth® audio. compressed audio format created by Micro-
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
● Operating procedure of the Bluetooth® au- soft as an alternative to MP3. The WMA
and licensed to codec offers greater file compression than
dio will vary depending on the devices. Make
sure how to operate your audio device be- Clarion Co., Ltd. the MP3 codec, enabling storage of more
fore using it with this system. digital audio tracks in the same amount of
space when compared to MP3s at the same
level of quality.
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Specification chart
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Troubleshooting guide
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CD, DVD or USB with Compressed ● AAC/M4A — Advanced Audio Coding ● ID3/WMA Tag — The ID3/WMA tag is the
Audio Files (models with Navigation (AAC) is a lossy audio compression format. part of the encoded MP3 or WMA file that
Audio files that have been encoded with contains information about the digital music
System) AAC are generally smaller in size and deliver file such as song title, artist, album title,
The file types supported by this system are MP3, a higher quality of sound than MP3. encoding bit rate, track time duration, etc.
WMA, AAC/M4A and ATRAC3. ID3 tag information is displayed on the
● ATRAC3, ATRAC3 Plus — Adaptive Trans- Album/Artist/Track title line on the display.
Explanation of terms form Acoustic Coding (ATRAC) is a lossy
audio compression format developed by * Windows®, Windows Media® and Windows
● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures Sony. Vista® are registered trademarks or trademarks
Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of
most well known compressed digital audio ● Bit rate — Bit rate denotes the number of America and/or other countries.
file format. This format allows for near “CD bits per second used by a digital music file.
quality” sound, but at a fraction of the size of The size and quality of a compressed digital
normal audio files. MP3 conversion of an audio file is determined by the bit rate used
audio track can reduce the file size by ap- when encoding the file.
proximately 10:1 ratio (Sampling: 44.1 kHz, ● Sampling frequency — Sampling frequency
Bit rate: 128 kbps) with virtually no percep- is the rate at which the samples of a signal
tible loss in quality. The compression re- are converted from analog to digital (A/D
duces certain parts of sound that seem in- conversion) per second.
audible to most people.
● Multisession — Multisession is one of the
● WMA — Windows Media Audio (WMA) is a methods for writing data to media. Writing
compressed audio format created by Micro- data once to the media is called a single
soft as an alternative to MP3. The WMA session, and writing more than once is called
codec offers greater file compression than a multisession.
the MP3 codec, enabling storage of more
digital audio tracks in the same amount of
space when compared to MP3s at the same
level of quality.
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Playback order
Music playback order of a CD, DVD or USB
device with compressed audio files is as illus-
trated.
● The folder names of folders not containing
compressed audio files are not shown in the
display.
● If there is a file in the top level of the
disc/USB, “Root Folder” is displayed.
● The playback order is the order in which the
files were written by the writing software, so
the files might not play in the desired order.
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Playback order chart
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Specification chart
Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, USB 2.0
CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet
* ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported.
* Files saved using the Live File System component (on a Windows Vista® operating system-based computer) are not supported.
Supported file systems
UDF Bridge (UDF 1.02 + ISO9660), UDF 1.5, UDF 2.0
* VDF 1.5/VDF 2.0 (packet writing) is not supported.
USB memory: FAT16, FAT32
Version MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG2.5
MP3 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz
Bit rate 8 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR*4
WMA*2 Version WMA7, WMA8, WMA9
Supported
Sampling frequency 32 kHz - 48 kHz
versions*1
Bit rate 32 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR*4
AAC Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 96 kHz
Bit rate 16 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR*4
ATRAC Version ATRAC3, ATRAC3 Plus
ID3 tag VER1.0, VER1.1, VER2.2, VER2.3, VER 2.4 (MP3 only)
Tag information (Song title and artist name)
WMA tag (WMA only)
Folder levels Folder levels: 8, Folders: 255 (including root folder), Files: 512 (Max. 255 files for one folder)
Text character number limitation 128 characters
01: ASCII, 02: ISO-8859-1, 03: UNICODE (UTF-16 BOM Big Endian), 04: UNICODE (UTF-16 Non-BOM Big Endian), 05: UNI-
Displayable character codes*3
CODE (UTF-8), 06: UNICODE (Non-UTF 16 BOM Little Endian), 07: SHIFT-JIS
*1 Files created with a combination of 48 kHz sampling frequency and 64 kbps bit rate cannot be played.
*2 Protected WMA files (DRM) cannot be played.
*3 Available codes depend on what kind of media, versions and information are going to be displayed.
*4 When VBR files are played, the playback time may not be displayed correctly.
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Media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±RW DL, USB 2.0 Memory
CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet, UDF Bridge (UDF1.02+ISO9660), UDF1.5, UDF2.0
DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±RW * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported.
File Systems DL * Files saved using the Live File System component (on a Windows Vista-based computer) are not supported.
* VDF1.5/VDF2.0 (packet writing) is not supported.
USB Memory FAT16, FAT32
.divx, .avi Video Codecs DivX3, DivX4, DivX5, DivX6
Audio Codecs MP3, MPEG2.5 Audio Layer3, AC3, LPCM
File Types
.asf Video Codec ISO-MPEG4
Audio Codec G.726
.divx, .avi Maximum Average 4 Mbps
Bit Rates
Maximum Peak 8 Mbps
.divx, .avi Minimum 32 x 32
Maximum 720 x 480
Resolution
.asf Minimum 32 x 32
Maximum 720 x 576
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DivX® Registration Code (models with Linking Intelligent Key (models with Navi- TUNE/FOLDER (Tuning) knob
Navigation System) gation System)
To manually tune the radio, turn the
The registration code for a device that is used to The audio settings can be memorized for each TUNE/FOLDER knob to the right or left.
download DivX® files will be displayed on the Intelligent Key. For additional information, refer to SEEK•CAT/TRACK tuning
screen. If a disc is loaded or a USB memory is “Setting memory function” in the “Pre-driving
connected to the audio system, this function will checks and adjustments” section of this manual. button
not be activated. For AM or FM:
FM/AM radio operation
Display Album Cover Art (models with Press the SEEK•CAT/TRACK button
Navigation System) FM/AM band select or to tune from high to low or low to high
Pressing the FM·AM button will change the band frequencies and stop at the next broadcasting
When this item is turned to ON, the album cover
as follows: station.
image is displayed when playing iPod® or MP3
music files through a CD, DVD or USB memory AM → FM1 → FM2 → AM For XM:
device. The image will not be displayed when the Press the SEEK•CAT/TRACK button
image is not properly embedded in the file or When the FM·AM button is pressed while the or to go to the first channel of the previous
device. ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the or next category.
radio will come on at the station last played.
Switching the display During satellite radio reception, the following no-
The last station played will also come on when tices will be displayed under certain conditions.
Press the DISC·AUX button to switch the dis- the VOL/ON·OFF control knob is pressed ON.
plays as follows: ● NO SIGNAL (No signal is received while the
If a compact disc is playing when the FM·AM SAT tuner is connected)
● Models without Navigation System button is pressed, the compact disc will auto- ● OFF AIR (Broadcasting signed off)
iPod®/USB → CD → iPod®/USB matically be turned off and the last radio station
● CHECK ANTENNA (Antenna connection
played will come on. error)
● Models with Navigation System
The FM stereo indicator STEREO will illuminate ● LOADING (When the initial setting is per-
iPod®/USB → CD/DVD → Bluetooth® Audio → during FM stereo reception. When the stereo formed)
iPod®/USB broadcast signal is weak, the radio will automati- ● UPDATING (When the satellite radio sub-
cally change from stereo to monaural reception. scription is not active)
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SCAN tuning List (AM and FM) If the radio is already operating, it will automati-
cally turn off and the compact disc will play.
Press the SCAN button to stop at each broad- Select the “List” key using the INFINITI controller
casting station for 5 seconds. Pressing the or touch-screen to see a list of the presets in the If the system has been turned off while the compact
SCAN button again during this 5 second period AM, FM1 or FM2 preset banks. disc was playing, pressing the VOL/ON·OFF con-
will stop scan tuning and the radio will remain trol knob will start the compact disc.
Radio data system (RDS)
tuned to that station. If the SCAN button is not DISC·AUX button
pressed within 5 seconds, scan tuning moves to RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is a data
the next station. information service transmitted by some radio When the DISC·AUX button is pressed with the
stations on the FM band (not AM band). Cur- system off and the compact disc loaded, the
1 to 6 Station memory operations system will turn on and the compact disc will start
rently, most RDS stations are in large cities, but
to play.
Twelve stations can be set for the FM band (6 for many stations are now considering broadcasting
FM1, 6 for FM2) and six stations can be set for RDS data. When the DISC·AUX button is pressed with the
the AM band. compact disc loaded but the radio playing, the
RDS can display: radio will automatically be turned off and the
1. Choose the radio band AM, FM1 or FM2 compact disc will start to play.
● Station call sign, such as “WHFR 98.3”.
using the AM or FM button.
● Station name, such as “The Groove”. SEEK•CAT/TRACK button
2. Tune to the desired station using manual,
SEEK or SCAN tuning. Press and hold any ● Music or programming type such as “Clas-
of the desired station memory buttons (1 – sical”, “Country”, or “Rock”. When the SEEK•CAT/TRACK button is
6) until a beep sound is heard. pressed while a compact disc is playing,
● Station specific text. the track being played returns to its beginning.
3. The channel indicator will then come on and Press several times to skip back through tracks.
If the station broadcasts RDS information, the
the sound will resume. Programming is now The compact disc will go back the number of
text information is automatically displayed.
complete. times the button is pressed.
4. Other buttons can be set in the same man- Compact disc (CD) player operation
ner. Place the ignition in the ACC or ON position and
If the battery cable is disconnected or if the fuse insert the compact disc into the slot with the label
opens, the radio memory will be canceled. In that side facing up. The compact disc will be guided
case, reset the desired stations. automatically into the slot and start playing.
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When the SEEK•CAT/TRACK button is Text (models without Navigation System) ● Play Mode
pressed while the compact disc is playing, Select a play mode from the following items.
Select the “Text” key using the INFINITI controller and
the next track will start to play from its beginning. then press the ENTER button while the CD is being – Normal
Press several times to skip through tracks. The played to display the music information below.
compact disc will advance the number of times – 1 Folder Repeat (for CD with com-
the button is pressed. (When the last track on the CD: pressed audio files)
compact disc is skipped through, the first track ● Disc title – 1 Track Repeat
will be played.)
● Track title – 1 Disc Random
The INFINITI controller can also be used to select
tracks when a CD is playing. CD with compressed audio files: – 1 Folder Random (for CD with com-
pressed audio files)
SEEK•CAT/TRACK ● Folder title
RDM·RPT (random and repeat) button
(Rewind and Fast ● File title
Press the RDM·RPT button while a compact disc
Forward) button ● Song title is playing to change the play pattern as follows:
Press and hold the SEEK•CAT/TRACK ● Album title CD
button to reverse the track as it is playing. ● Artist Normal → 1 Track Repeat → 1 Disc Random →
Press and hold the SEEK•CAT/TRACK Normal
button to fast forward the track as it is Menu (models with Navigation System)
CD with compressed audio files
playing. When the button is released, the com- When the “Menu” key on the display is selected
pact disc will return to normal play speed. while the CD is being played, the menu screen Normal → 1 Folder Repeat → 1 Track Repeat →
will be displayed. The following menu options are 1 Disc Random → 1 Folder Random → Normal
TUNE/FOLDER knob
available. Normal: No repeat or random pattern is applied.
While playing a CD with compressed audio files, 1 Track Repeat: the current track playing will be
turn the TUNE/FOLDER knob right or left to play ● Folder List (for CD with compressed audio
files) repeated.
the next or previous folder. 1 Disc Random: all tracks will be played ran-
Displays the folder list.
domly.
● Track List 1 Folder Repeat: the folder currently being ac-
Displays the track list. cessed will be repeated.
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1 Folder Random: the tracks in the current folder The auxiliary input jacks are color coded for iden-
being accessed will be played randomly. tification purposes:
CD EJECT button ● Red – right channel audio input
● White – left channel audio input
When the button is pressed with the com-
pact disc loaded, the compact disc will be ● Yellow – video input
ejected. Before connecting a device to the auxiliary input
jacks, turn off the power of the portable device.
When the button is pressed while the
compact disc is being played, the compact disc With a compatible device connected to the aux-
will eject and the system will turn off. iliary input jacks, press the DISC·AUX button
repeatedly until the AUX mode appears in the
display. The output from the device will be played
through the display (when the vehicle is in the (P)
LHA2140
Park position and the parking brake engaged)
Front AUX (auxiliary) input jacks (inside and audio system.
center console)
The front auxiliary input jacks are located inside
the center console s 1 . NTSC compatible de-
vices such as video games, camcorders and
portable video players can be connected to the
auxiliary input jacks. Audio devices, such as some
MP3 players, can also be connected to the sys-
tem through the auxiliary input jacks.
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this system, refer to “USB (Universal Serial Bus) ● Do not attempt to modify the system to
Connection Port” in this section. display a movie on the front screen
For additional information about the Bluetooth® while the vehicle is being driven. Doing
streaming audio feature available with this sys- so may distract the driver and may
tem, refer to “Bluetooth® streaming audio” in this cause a collision and serious personal
section. injury or death.
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To adjust the display ON/OFF, brightness, tint, – Select the “Move” key to move the loca-
color and contrast, select the “Display Adjust- tion of the operation keys on the screen.
ment” key with the INFINITI controller or with the
– Select the “Back” key to return to the
touch-screen and then select the key of the set-
previous menu screen.
ting you wish to adjust. After the desired changes
have been made, press the BACK button to save – Select the “Hide” key to hide the opera-
the settings. tion keys.
● Title Menu (DVD-VIDEO)
Some menus specific to each disc will be
shown. For additional information, refer to
the instructions attached to the disc.
● Title Search (DVD-VIDEO, DVD-VR)
The scene with the specified title will be
LHA2165 displayed the number of times the “+” or “-”
side is selected.
Playing a DVD
● Group Search (VIDEO CD)
DVD settings The scene with the specified group will be
displayed the number of times the “+” or “-”
Select the “Settings” key to adjust the following
side is selected.
settings:
● 10 Key Search (DVD-VIDEO, VIDEO CD,
● Key (DVD-VIDEO) CD-DA, DVD-VR)
Displays the operation keys for the specific Select the “10 Key Search” key to open the
DVD menu. number entry screen. Input the number you
– Select the directional keys to move the want to search for and select the “OK” key.
cursor on the DVD menu. The specified Title/Chapter or Group/Track
will be played.
– Select the “Enter” key to fix the selected
menu item.
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CAUTION
● Do not force the USB device into the
USB port. Inserting the USB device
tilted or up-side-down into the port may
damage the port. Make sure that the
USB device is connected correctly into
the USB port.
● Do not grab the USB port cover (if so
equipped) when pulling the USB device
out of the port. This could damage the
port and the cover.
● Do not leave the USB cable in a place
LHA2141 where it can be pulled unintentionally. LHA1378
Pulling the cable may damage the port.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) File selection (models with Navigation
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner infor- System)
CONNECTION PORT mation regarding the proper use and care of the
Connecting a device to the USB device. When there are both audio and movie files in the
USB memory, the mode select screen is displayed.
(Universal Serial Bus) Connection Port The USB connection port is located in the center Use the touch-screen or the INFINITI controller to
console. Insert the USB device into the ports
1 .
select the preferred type of file. When there is only
WARNING When a compatible storage device is plugged type of file in the USB memory, that audio or movie
Do not connect, disconnect, or operate the into the port, compatible audio files on the stor- operation screen is displayed and starts to play.
USB device while driving. Doing so can be age device can be played through the vehicle’s When you play a file with limited playing time, the
a distraction. If distracted you could lose audio system. confirmation screen will be displayed before
control of your vehicle and cause an acci- starting to play the file. Confirm the playing time
dent or serious injury. and select “Yes” to start playing.
Audio file operation
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● 10 Key Search
Select the “10 Key Search” key to open the
number entry screen. Input the number you
want to search for and the specified file or
folder will be played.
● Display
Adjust the image quality of the screen.
● DRC
DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) auto-
matically adjusts the soundtrack volume
level to maintain a more even sound to the
speakers.
● Audio
LHA1380 LHA2141
Choose the preferred language of the audio.
Settings
● Subtitle iPod®* PLAYER OPERATION
Select the “Settings” key to adjust the following Choose the preferred language of the sub- Connecting iPod®
settings: titles.
● Audio File Playback ● Display Mode WARNING
Switch to the audio playback mode. This Choose between the “Normal”, “Wide”,
Do not connect/disconnect or operate the
item is displayed only when the USB “Cinema” or “Full” display modes.
USB device while driving. Doing so can be
memory contains audio files. a distraction. If distracted you could lose
● Play Mode control of your vehicle and cause an acci-
Choose between the “Normal” or “1 Track dent or serious injury.
Repeat” play modes.
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While connected to the vehicle, the iPod® can ● iPod® nano - 5th generation (firmware ver-
CAUTION
only be operated by the vehicle audio controls. sion 1.0.1 or later)
● Do not force the USB device into the
USB port. Inserting the USB device To disconnect the iPod® from the vehicle, re- * Some features of this iPod® may not be fully
tilted or up-side-down into the port may move the USB end of the cable from the USB functional.
damage the port. Make sure that the connection port on the vehicle, then remove the Make sure that your iPod® firmware is updated to
USB device is connected correctly into cable from the iPod®. the version indicated above.
the USB port. * iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
● Do not grab the USB port cover (if so the U.S. and other countries.
equipped) when pulling the USB device
out of the port. This could damage the Compatibility
port and the cover. The following models are compatible:
● Do not leave the USB cable in a place
● iPod® 5th Generation (firmware version
where it can be pulled unintentionally.
1.2.3 or later)
Pulling the cable may damage the port.
● iPod® Classic (firmware version 1.1.1 or
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner infor- later)
mation regarding the proper use and care of the
device. ● iPod® Touch (firmware version 2.0.0 or
later)*
To connect an iPod® to the vehicle so that the
iPod® can be controlled with the audio system ● iPod® nano - 1st generation (firmware ver-
controls and display screen, use the USB con- sion 1.3.1 or later)
nection ports 1 located in the center console.
● iPod® nano - 2nd generation (firmware ver-
Connect the iPod®-specific end of the cable to
sion 1.1.3 or later)
the iPod® and the USB end of the cable to the
USB connection port on the vehicle. If your ● iPod® nano - 3rd generation (firmware ver-
iPod® supports charging via a USB connection, sion 1.1.3 or later)
its battery will be charged while connected to the
vehicle with the ignition switch in the ACC or ON ● iPod® nano - 4th generation (firmware ver-
position. sion 1.0.4 or later)
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Audio main operation Connecting Bluetooth® audio
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON To connect your Bluetooth® audio device to the
position. Press the DISC·AUX button repeatedly vehicle, follow the procedure below:
to switch to the iPod® mode.
1. Press the SETTING button on the control
If the system has been turned off while the iPod® panel.
was playing, pressing the VOL/ON·OFF control
2. Select the “Bluetooth” key.
knob will start the iPod®.
3. Select the “Connect Bluetooth” key.
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Connected Devices
Registered devices are shown on the list. Select
a Bluetooth® device from the list, the following
options will be available.
● Select
Select “Select” to connect the selected de-
vice to the vehicle. If there is a different
device currently connected, the selected
device will replace the current device.
● Edit
Rename the selected Bluetooth® device
using the keypad displayed on the screen.
● Delete
LHA1316 LHA0049
Delete the selected Bluetooth® device.
Bluetooth® audio settings Edit Bluetooth Info CD CARE AND CLEANING
Press the SETTING button and select the Change the name broadcasted by this system ● Handle a CD by its edges. Do not bend the
“Bluetooth” key to set up the Bluetooth® device over Bluetooth®. Change the PIN code that is disc. Never touch the surface of the disc.
system to the preferred settings. entered when connecting a hands free device to
this system. ● Always place the discs in the storage case
Bluetooth when they are not being used.
If this setting is turned off, the connection be- Replace Connected Phone
Replace the Bluetooth® connection with a con- ● To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the
tween the Bluetooth® devices and the in-vehicle
nected Bluetooth® cellular phone. For additional center to the outer edge using a clean, soft
Bluetooth® module will be canceled.
information about Hands-Free Phone System, cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular
Connect Bluetooth refer to “Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System motion.
Connects to the Bluetooth® device. For addi- (models with navigation system)” in this section.
● Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
tional information, refer to “Connecting proce-
alcohol intended for industrial use.
dure” in this section. Up to five devices can be
registered.
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● Press the ENTER button to show the list of ● Press the ENTER button to select an item
preset stations. from the DVD display.
iPod® ● When the transparent operation menu ap-
pears, the switch will control the menu.
● Tilt up/down for less than 1.5 seconds to
increase or decrease the track number. USB
● Press the ENTER button to show the iPod ● Tilt up/down for less than 1.5 seconds to
Menu. increase or decrease the track number.
● Tilt up/down for more than 1.5 seconds to
increase or decrease the folder number.
● Press the ENTER button to show the USB
Menu.
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Headphones Volume control
The headphones for this system are a wireless Turn the volume control knob to adjust the vol-
type and no cables are necessary. The head- ume.
phones can only be used in the rear seat.
The headphones will automatically turn off after
Power ON/OFF about 4 minutes if there is no sound during that
Press the power ON/OFF button to turn the period. The headphones will also turn off after
headphones on or off. approximately 4 hours of continuous use. To pre-
vent the battery from being discharged, keep the
power turned off when not in use.
If the sound from the headphones is not clear, it
may be due to interference from an infrared com-
munication device or a cellular phone. If this
happens, turn down the headphone volume or
stop using the headphones.
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LHA2211 JVH0360X
Channel change The selected headphone channel (9Left9 or
9Right9) s
1 will appear on the menu screen on the
When the rear displays are playing different
rear display.
sources, slide the channel select switch to select
the sound. “Left” is the sound on the left display.
“Right” is the sound on the right display.
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3. MENU button
4. Directional buttons
5. Backlight button
6. SETUP button
7. (next chapter) button
8. (fast forward) button
9. (stop) button
10. Volume control button
11. (reverse) button
SAA0978
12. (play and pause) button
Remote control and headphones
13. (previous chapter) button
battery replacement
14. BACK button
15. SOURCE button CAUTION
● An improperly disposed battery can
harm the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
LHA2673
● When changing batteries, do not let
Remote control dust or oil get on the components.
The remote control has the following controls:
1. POWER button
2. Display select switch (L or R)
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2. Replace both batteries with new ones. Any change or modification in the device
which may cause the device to operate out-
● Recommended battery:
side the permitted limits of this standard
Size AA 6 2 (DVD remote control)
could void the user’s authority to operate
Size AAA 6 2 (headphones)
the equipment.
● Be careful not to touch the battery termi-
The concerned authorities have the right to
nal.
inspect the device and in case of com-
● Make sure that the (+) and (-) ends on the plaints of harmful interference caused by
batteries match the markings inside the the device, it shall be liable to be forfeited.
compartment.
BEFORE OPERATING DUAL HEAD
3. Close the lid securely. RESTRAINT/HEADREST DVD
● If you will not be using the remote control SYSTEM
for long periods of time, remove the bat-
teries. Precautions
● Replacement of the batteries is needed Start the engine when using the Dual Head
when the remote control only functions at Restraint/Headrest DVD System.
extremely close distances to the Dual
Head Restraint DVD System or when it WARNING
does not function at all. The driver must not attempt to operate the
Low power radio frequency devices: Dual Head Restraint/Headrest DVD Sys-
SAA3081 tem or wear the headphones while the
This device complies with SASO 1322/1997 vehicle is in motion so that full attention
To replace the battery: “Low Power Radio Frequency Devices”. may be given to vehicle operation.
1. Open the lid as illustrated. Operation is subject to the following two
● For headphones, remove the screw s 1 conditions: (1) This device may not cause
with a flat-bladed screwdriver before re- harmful interference, and (2) any interfer-
moving the lid. ence received by the device must be ac-
cepted.
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This is only active when in the Rear AUX To pause the DVD/USB movie file, it is also
JVH0243X
mode. To set the AUX volume, select from possible to push the button on the keypad of the
Front display remote control.
“HIGH”, “LOW” or “MIDDLE”.
PLAYING DVD/USB MOVIE FILE PLAY
Rear display is available only in English.
DVD related information is displayed on the
screen. Designs and items displayed on the Select the “ ” key and press the ENTER
screen may vary depending on the country and button to start playing the DVD/USB movie file,
model. for example, after pausing the DVD/USB movie
DVD/USB OPERATION KEYS file.
To start playing the DVD/USB movie file, it is also
To operate the DVD/USB movie file, select the
possible to push the button on the keypad of the
preferred key displayed on the operation screen
remote control.
using the INFINITI controller.
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JVH0361H
Select the “10 Key Search” key and push the The amount of seconds for CM Skip can be set to
ENTER button to open the number entry screen. 15, 30 or 60 seconds.
Rear screen
The items indicated with “ * ” can also be set from Input the number you want to search for and DRC (DVD-VIDEO)
the rear display. Push the SOURCE button on the select the “OK” key with the INFINITI controller.
DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) allows tun-
remote and select “DVD”/“USB” shown on the Then push the ENTER button. The specified
ing of the dynamic range of sound recorded in the
rear screen while a DVD/USB movie file is being Title/Chapter or Group/Track will be played.
Dolby Digital format.
played. Select the preferred item using the select Angle* (DVD-VIDEO)
button on the remote control and push the EN- DOWN MIX (DVD-VIDEO) (if so equipped)
TER button. If the DVD contains different angles (such as
Convert a multi-channel recording to a traditional
moving images), the current image angle can be
Key (DVD-VIDEO, DVD-AUDIO) two-channel (stereo) recording.
switched to another one.
Keys for the DVD menu operation are displayed. DVD Language (DVD-VIDEO, VIDEO-CD)
Select the “Angle” key and push the ENTER
button. When the “+” side or “2” side is selected, Select the “DVD Language” key and push the
the angle will change. ENTER button to open the number entry screen.
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Input the number corresponding to the preferred Surround Information* (if so equipped) Select buttons
language and select the “OK” key with the
Display surround sound information. Push the select buttons to select the items dis-
INFINITI controller. Then push the ENTER button.
The DVD top menu language will be changed to played on the rear screen.
Remote control operation
the one selected. ENTER button
Use the remote control to adjust the following
Display items. Push the ENTER button to confirm the setting for
Adjust the image quality of the screen, select the the selected item.
Rear display select switch
preferred adjustment items and push the ENTER SETUP button
button. To activate the left screen or right screen, move
the rear display select switch on the remote con- Push the SETUP button to display the rear seat
Audio* trol to the side corresponding to the screen you display settings.
Choose the preferred language using the want to activate (L or R).
BACK button
INFINITI controller and push the ENTER button. POWER button
Subtitle* (DVD-VIDEO) Push to go back to the previous screen or cancel
The rear displays can be activated or deactivated the selection.
Choose the preferred language using the individually.
INFINITI controller and push the ENTER button. Volume
To activate or deactivate the rear displays, push
To turn off the subtitles, push and hold the EN- the button on the remote control. To adjust the speaker volume push or on the VOL
TER button until a beep sounds. button.
SOURCE button
Display Mode (DVD-VIDEO, VIDEO-CD) This button is used to control the volume from the
Push the SOURCE button to change the mode in vehicle speakers. To adjust the volume of the
Choose from the “Full”, “Wide”, “Normal” or “Cin- the sequence of DVD, USB memory (movie file) headphones, use the volume knob that is at-
ema” mode using the INFINITI controller and and AUX (media not connected/inserted will be tached to the headphones.
push the ENTER button again. skipped).
Keypad
Play Mode MENU button
PLAY/PAUSE button
Choose the preferred play mode using the Push the MENU button to display the operation
INFINITI controller and push the ENTER button. screen for the source that is being played. STOP button
FORWARD button
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REWIND button Multiple source display 6. Connect an auxiliary device to the AUX jack,
push the rear display select switch to the L
FORWARD button for commercial skip It is possible to play different sources on each or R side and press the SOURCE button to
(for DVD-VIDEO and DVD-VR) or still images (for display. The following example shows how to select “Rear AUX”. The selected side of the
DVD-AUDIO) operate multiple sources. rear display will switch to the AUX mode.
1. Display a movie file on the front display by The other rear display will continue to display
REWIND button for commercial skip (for
selecting the DVD mode. the DVD.
DVD-VIDEO and DVD-VR) or still images (for
DVD-AUDIO) 2. Set the rear display select switch on the 7. Turn on the other pair of headphones. If the
remote controller to the L side and press the sound from AUX jack is not audible using the
Key illumination button
POWER button. The left rear display will turn headphones, switch the channel with the
If the key illumination button is pushed, the but- on and the DVD screen will be displayed. (If channel select switch on the headphones.
tons on the remote control will be lit up. “Auto Display” is set to ON, the display will CARE AND MAINTENANCE
turn on automatically.)
OPERATING TIPS Use a lightly dampened, lint free cloth to clean the
3. Push the rear display select switch on the
● The AUX mode is not displayed in the front surfaces of your Dual Head Restraint DVD Sys-
remote controller to the R side and press the
screen. tem (DVD player face, screen, remote control,
POWER button. The right rear display will
etc.).
● It is not possible to display different movie turn on and the DVD screen will be dis-
files, such as DVD or movie files in the USB played. (If “Auto Display” is set to ON, the
memory, on the front and rear displays at the display will turn on automatically.)
same time.
4. Switch the source on the front display to an
● It is not possible to play an audio file and a audio source. The sound from the speakers
movie file in the same USB memory at the switches according to the front display. The
same time. rear display continues to display the DVD.
● When rear display is turned on with no sig- 5. Turn on a pair of headphones and listen to
nal, 9No Signal9 will appear on the rear dis- the DVD on the rear displays using the head-
play. phones.
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CAUTION
To avoid discharging the vehicle battery,
use a phone after starting the engine.
LHA3157
Your INFINITI is equipped with the Bluetooth® make or receive a hands-free telephone call with
Hands-Free Phone System. If you have a com- your cellular phone in the vehicle.
patible Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone, you
Once your cellular phone is connected to the
can set up the wireless connection between your
in-vehicle phone module, no other phone con-
cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module.
necting procedure is required. Your phone is
With Bluetooth® wireless technology, you can
automatically connected with the in-vehicle
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phone module when the ignition switch is placed garage, near a tall building or in a moun- ● Refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual
in the ON position with the previously connected tainous area. regarding the telephone charges, cellular
cellular phone turned on and carried in the ve- phone antenna and body, etc.
– Your cellular phone is locked to prevent it
hicle.
from being dialed. REGULATORY INFORMATION
You can connect up to 5 different Bluetooth®
● When the radio wave condition is not ideal FCC Regulatory information
cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module.
or ambient sound is too loud, it may be
However, you can talk on only one cellular phone – CAUTION: To maintain compliance with
difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur-
at a time. FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the
ing a call.
Before using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
● Do not place the cellular phone in an area modification, or attachments could damage
System, refer to the following notes.
surrounded by metal or far away from the the transmitter and may violate FCC regula-
● Set up the wireless connection between a in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone tions.
compatible cellular phone and the in-vehicle quality degradation and wireless connection
phone module before using the hands-free disruption. – Operation is subject to the following two con-
ditions:
phone system.
● While a cellular phone is connected through
1. This device may not cause interference and
● Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phones the Bluetooth® wireless connection, the
may not be recognized by the in-vehicle battery power of the cellular phone may dis- 2. this device must accept any interference,
phone module. Consult an INFINITI retailer charge quicker than usual. The Bluetooth® including interference that may cause unde-
or visit an INFINITI owner portal for details Hands-Free Phone System cannot charge sired operation of the device.
regarding phone compatibility. cellular phones. IC Regulatory information
● You will not be able to use a hands-free ● If the hands-free phone system seems to be – Operation is subject to the following two con-
phone under the following conditions: malfunctioning, refer to “Troubleshooting ditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer-
guide” in this section. ence, and (2) this device must accept any
– Your vehicle is outside of the cellular ser-
vice area. ● Some cellular phones or other devices may interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
cause interference or a buzzing noise to
– Your vehicle is in an area where it is
come from the audio system speakers. Stor- – This Class B digital apparatus meets all re-
difficult to receive a cellular signal; such
ing the device in a different location may quirements of the Canadian Interference-
as in a tunnel, in an underground parking reduce or eliminate the noise. Causing Equipment Regulations.
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BLUETOOTH® is a
Operating tips ● If a command is not recognized, the system
announces, “Command not recognized.
trademark owned by To get the best performance out of the INFINITI Please try again.” Make sure the command is
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Voice Recognition system, observe the following: said exactly as prompted by the system and
and licensed to ● Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as repeat the command in a clear voice.
Visteon. possible. Close the windows to eliminate ● If you want to go back to the previous com-
surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration
mand, you can say “Go back” or “Correc-
USING THE SYSTEM sounds, etc.), which may prevent the system
tion” any time the system is waiting for a
from recognizing voice commands correctly.
The INFINITI Voice Recognition system allows response.
hands-free operation of the Bluetooth® Phone ● Wait until the tone sounds before speaking a
command. Otherwise, the command will not ● You can cancel a command when the sys-
System. tem is waiting for a response by saying,
be received properly.
If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may “Cancel” or “Quit.” The system announces
not be available so full attention may be given to ● Start speaking a command within 5 seconds “Cancel” and ends the VR session. You can
vehicle operation. after the tone sounds.
also press and hold the button on the
● Speak in a natural voice without pausing steering wheel for 5 seconds at any time to
Initialization between words. end the VR session. Whenever the VR ses-
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON sion is cancelled, a double beep is played to
position, INFINITI Voice Recognition is initialized,
Giving voice commands indicate you have exited the system.
which takes a few seconds. If the button is To operate INFINITI Voice Recognition (VR),
● If you want to adjust the volume of the voice
pressed before the initialization completes, the press and release the button located on feedback, press the volume control switches
system will announce “Hands-free phone system the steering wheel. After the tone sounds, speak (+ or -) on the steering wheel while being
not ready” and will not react to voice commands. a command.
provided with feedback. You can also use
The command given is picked up by the micro- the radio volume control knob.
phone, and voice feedback is given when the
command is accepted. ● In most cases you can interrupt the voice
feedback to speak the next command by
● If you need to hear the available commands pressing the button on the steering
for the current menu again, say “Help” and wheel.
the system will repeat them.
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● To use the system faster, you may speak the ● Numbers can be spoken in small groups. NOTE:
second level commands with the main menu The system will prompt you to continue en-
For best results, say phone numbers as
command on the main menu. For example, tering digits, if desired. single digits.
press the button and after the tone Example: 1-800-662-6200
say, “Call Redial.” The voice command “Help” is available at any
– “One eight zero zero” time. Please use the “Help” command to get
How to say numbers information on how to use the system.
The system repeats the numbers and
INFINITI Voice Recognition requires a certain prompts you to enter more.
way to speak numbers in voice commands. Refer
to the following rules and examples. – “six six two”
The system repeats the numbers and
● Either “zero” or “oh” can be used for “0”.
prompts you to enter more.
Example: 1-800-662-6200
– “six two zero zero”
– “One eight oh oh six six two six two oh ● Say “pound” for “#”. Say “star” for “*” (avail-
oh”, or able when using the “Special Number” com-
– “One eight zero zero six six two six two oh mand and the “Send” command during a
oh” call).
● Words can be used for the first four digits For additional information, refer to “List of
places only. voice commands” and “Special number” in
this section.
Example: 1-800-662-6200
Example: 1-555-1212 *123
– “One eight hundred six six two six two oh
– “One five five five one two one two star
oh”,
one two three”
– NOT “One eight hundred six six two sixty ● Say “plus” for “+” (available only when using
two hundred,” and the “Special Number” command).
– NOT “One eight oh oh six six two sixty two ● Say “pause” for a 2-second pause (available
hundred” only when storing a phone book number).
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System with INFINITI Voice Recognition. For ad- Initiate from handset s
C
ditional command options, refer to “List of voice Name phone s
D
commands” in this section.
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1. Press the button on the steering already used, the system tells you, then four” as the 3rd group. For dialing more than
wheel. The system announces the available prompts you for a name again. ten digits or any special characters, say
commands. “Special Number”. For additional informa-
Making a call by entering a phone tion, refer to “How to say numbers” in this
2. Say: “Connect phone” s A . The system ac- number section.
knowledges the command and announces
the next set of available commands. Main Menu 5. When you have finished speaking the phone
number, the system repeats it back and an-
“Call” s
A
3. Say: “Add phone” sB . The system acknowl- nounces the available commands.
edges the command and asks you to initiate “Phone Number” s
B
6. Say: “Dial” s
D . The system acknowledges
connecting from the phone handset sC. Speak the digits s
C
the command and makes the call.
The connecting procedure of the cellular “Dial” s
D
For additional information, refer to “List of voice
phone varies according to each cellular commands” in this section.
phone model. For additional information, re- 1. Press the button on the steering
fer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual. wheel. A tone will sound. Receiving a call
Consult an INFINITI retailer or visit an 2. Say: “Call” sA . The system acknowledges
INFINITI owner portal for details regarding the command and announces the next set of When you hear the ring tone, press the
phone compatibility. available commands. button on the steering wheel.
When prompted for a PIN code, enter 3. Say “Phone Number” s B . The system ac- Once the call has ended, press the button
“1234” from the handset. The PIN code knowledges the command and announces on the steering wheel.
“1234” has been assigned by INFINITI and the next set of available commands.
cannot be changed. NOTE:
4. Say the number you wish to call starting with
4. The system asks you to say a name for the the area code in single digit format s
C . If the If you do not wish to take the call when you
phone sD. system has trouble recognizing the correct hear the ring tone, press the button
phone number, try entering the number in on the steering wheel.
If the name is too long or too short, the
system tells you, then prompts you for a the following groups: 3-digit area code, For additional command options, refer to “List of
name again. 3-digit prefix and the last 4-digits. For ex- voice commands” in this section.
ample, 555-121-3354 can be said as “five
Also, if more than one phone is connected five five” as the 1st group, then “one two
and the name sounds too much like a name one” as the 2nd group, and “three three five
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Main Menu Main Menu When prompted by the system, say the number
you wish to call. For additional information, refer
“Call” “Call” to “How to say numbers” and “Making a call by
“Phonebook” (Speak name) s
A entering a phone number” in this section.
“Recent Calls” “Phone Number” “Special Number” s
C
“Connect Phone” (Speak Digits) s
B
For dialing more than 10 digits or any special
“Special Number” s
C characters, say “Special Number”. When the
When you press and release the button on
the steering wheel, you can choose from the “Redial” s
D system acknowledges the command, the system
commands on the Main Menu. The following “Call Back” s
E will prompt you to speak the number.
pages describe these commands and the com- “Redial” s
D
mands in each sub-menu. (Speak name) s
A
Use the Redial command to call the last number
Remember to wait for the tone before If you have stored entries in the phonebook, you
that was dialed.
speaking. can dial a number associated with a name.
The system acknowledges the command, re-
After the main menu, you can say “Help” to hear For additional information about learning how to
peats the number and begins dialing.
the list of commands currently available any time store entries, refer to “Phonebook” in this section.
the system is waiting for a response. If a redial number does not exist, the system
When prompted by the system, say the name of
announces, “There is no number to redial” and
If you want to end an action without completing it, the phone book entry you wish to call. The system
ends the VR session.
you can say “Cancel” or “Quit” at any time the acknowledges the name.
system is waiting for a response. The system will “Call Back” s
E
If there are multiple numbers associated with the
end the VR session. Whenever the VR session is name, the system asks you to choose the correct Use the Call Back command to dial the number of
cancelled, a double beep is played to indicate number. the last incoming call within the vehicle.
you have exited the system.
Once you have confirmed the name and location, The system acknowledges the command, re-
If you want to go back to the previous command, the system begins the call. peats the number and begins dialing.
you can say “Go back” or “Correction” any time
the system is waiting for a response.
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If a call back number does not exist, the system ● “Transfer call” — Use the Transfer Call com- “Phonebook” (phones without
announces, “There is no number to call back” and mand to transfer the call from the automatic phonebook download
ends the VR session. Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System to
the cellular phone when privacy is desired. function)
During a call
The system announces, “Transfer call. Call NOTE:
During a call there are several command options
transferred to privacy mode.” The system
available. Press the button on the steering then ends the VR session. The “Transfer Entry” command is not avail-
wheel to mute the receiving voice and enter com- able when the vehicle is moving.
mands. To reconnect the call from the cellular phone
to the Bluetooth® Hands-Free System, Main Menu
● “Help” — The system announces the avail-
press the button. “Phonebook”
able commands.
● “Mute” — Use the Mute command to mute “Transfer Entry” s
A
● “Cancel/Quit” — The system announces
your voice so the other party cannot hear it. “Delete Entry” s
B
“Cancel,” ends the VR session and returns
Use the mute command again to unmute
to the call. “List Names” s
C
your voice.
● “Send” — Use the Send command to enter For phones that do not support automatic down-
numbers, “*” or “#” during a call. For ex- NOTE:
load of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® pro-
ample, if you were directed to dial an exten- If a call is ended or the cellular phone file), the “Phonebook” command is used to manu-
sion by an automated system: network connection is lost while the Mute ally add entries to the vehicle phonebook.
Say: “Send one two three four.” feature is on, the Mute feature will be reset
to “off” for the next call so the other party The phonebook stores up to 40 names for each
The system acknowledges the command can hear your voice. phone connected to the system.
and sends the tones associated with the
numbers. The system then ends the VR ses-
sion and returns to the call. Say “star” for “*”,
Say “pound” for “#”.
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For phones that support automatic download of When the playback of the list is complete, the Use the Recent Calls command to access out-
the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® profile), the system goes back to the main menu. going, incoming, missed calls and to call back the
“Phonebook” command is used to manage en- last incoming call or to redial the last outgoing
You can stop the playback of the list at any time
tries in the vehicle phonebook. You can say the call.
name of an entry at this menu to initiate dialing of by pressing the button on the steering
wheel. The system ends the VR session. For “Outgoing” s
A
that entry.
additional information, refer to the “Record name” Use the Outgoing command to list the outgoing
The phonebook stores up to 1,000 names for command in this section for information about calls made from the vehicle.
each phone connected to the system. recording custom voice tags for list entries that
the system has difficulty pronouncing. “Incoming” s
B
When a phone is connected to the system, the
phonebook is automatically downloaded to the “Record Name” s
B Use the Incoming command to list the incoming
vehicle. This feature allows you to access your calls made to the vehicle.
phonebook from the Bluetooth® system and call The system allows you to record custom voice
tags for contact names in the phonebook that the “Missed” s
C
contacts by name. You can record a custom
voice tag for contact names that the system has vehicle has difficulty recognizing. This feature can Use the Missed command to list the calls made to
difficulty recognizing. For additional information, also be used to record voice tags to directly dial the vehicle that were not answered.
refer to “Record name” in this section. an entry with multiple numbers. Up to 40 voice
tags can be recorded to the system. “Call Back” s
D
NOTE: “Recent Calls” Use the Call Back command to dial the number of
Each phone has its own separate phone- the last incoming call to the vehicle.
Main Menu
book. You cannot access Phone A’s phone- “Redial” s
E
book if you are currently connected with “Recent Calls”
Phone B. Use the Redial command to dial the number of
“Outgoing” s
A
the last outgoing call from the vehicle.
“List Names” s
A “Incoming” s
B
Main Menu
“Delete Phone” s
D 2. Sit in the driver’s seat with the engine run-
ning, the parking brake on, and the transmis-
“Connect Phone” Use the Delete Phone command to delete a
sion in P (Park).
phone that is connected to the vehicle. The sys-
“Add Phone” s
A
tem will list the names assigned to each phone 3. Press and hold the button for approxi-
“Select Phone” s
B and then prompt you for the phone you wish to mately 5 seconds.
“Replace Phone” s
C delete. Deleting a phone from the vehicle will also
delete that phonebook for that phone. 4. The system announces: “Press the
“Delete Phone” s
D
PHONE/SEND ( ) button for the
“Turn Bluetooth OFF” s
E
“Turn Bluetooth OFF” s
E hands-free phone system to enter the voice
Use the Turn Bluetooth OFF command to prevent adaptation mode or press the PHONE/END
Use the Connect Phone commands to manage a wireless connection to your phone.
the phones connecting to the vehicle or to enable ( ) button to select a different lan-
the Bluetooth® function on the vehicle. VOICE ADAPTATION (VA) MODE guage.”
“Add Phone” s
A Voice Adaptation allows up to two out-of-dialect 5. Press the button.
users to train the system to improve recognition
Use the Add Phone command to add a phone to For information on selecting a different lan-
accuracy. By repeating a number of commands,
the vehicle. For additional information, refer to guage, refer to “Choosing a language” in this
the users can create a voice model of their own
“Connecting procedure” in this section. section.
voice that is stored in the system. The system is
“Select Phone” s
B capable of storing a different voice adaptation 6. Voice memory A or memory B is selected
model for each connected phone. automatically. If both memory locations are
Use the Select Phone command to select from a
list of phones connected to the vehicle. The sys- already in use, the system will prompt you to
tem will list the names assigned to each phone overwrite one. Follow the instructions pro-
and then prompt you for the phone you wish to vided by the system.
select. Only one phone can be active at a time.
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7. When preparation is complete and you are ● transfer entry ● dial eight three zero five one
ready to begin, press the button. ● eight pause nine three two pause seven ● record name
8. The VA mode will be explained. Follow the ● delete all entries ● four three pause two nine pause zero
instructions provided by the system.
● call seven two four zero nine ● delete redial number
9. When training is finished, the system will tell
you an adequate number of phrases have ● phonebook delete entry ● phonebook list names
been recorded. ● call eight oh five four one
● next entry
10. The system will announce that voice adap- ● correction
tation has been completed and the system is ● dial star two one seven oh
ready. ● yes ● connect phone
The VA mode will stop if: ● no ● dial seven four oh one eight
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Symptom Solution
1. Ensure that the command is valid. For additional information, refer to “List of voice commands” in this section.
2. Ensure that the command is spoken after the tone.
3. Speak clearly without pausing between words and at a level appropriate to the ambient noise level in the vehicle.
4. Ensure that the ambient noise level is not excessive (for example, windows open or defroster on). NOTE: If it is too
System fails to interpret the command correctly. noisy to use the phone, it is likely that the voice commands will not be recognized.
5. If more than one command was said at a time, try saying the commands separately.
6. If the system consistently fails to recognize commands, the voice training procedure should be carried out to im-
prove the recognition response for the speaker. For additional information, refer to “Voice Adaptation (VA) mode” in
this section.
1. Ensure that the phone book entry name requested matches what was originally stored. This can be confirmed by
The system consistently selects the wrong entry from the
using the “List Names” command. For additional information, refer to “Phonebook” in this section.
phone book.
2. Replace one of the names being confused with a new name.
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CAUTION
To avoid discharging the vehicle battery,
use a phone after starting the engine.
LHA3156
Your INFINITI is equipped with the Bluetooth® make or receive a hands-free telephone call with
Hands-Free Phone System. If you have a com- your cellular phone in the vehicle.
patible Bluetooth® enabled cellular phone, you
Once your cellular phone is connected to the
can set up the wireless connection between your
in-vehicle phone module, no other phone con-
cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module.
necting procedure is required. Your phone is
With Bluetooth® wireless technology, you can
automatically connected with the in-vehicle
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phone module when the ignition switch is placed – Your cellular phone is locked to prevent it ● Refer to the cellular phone owner’s manual
in the ON position with the connected cellular from being dialed. regarding the telephone charges, cellular
phone turned on and carried in the vehicle. phone antenna and body, etc.
● When the radio wave condition is not ideal
You can register up to 5 different Bluetooth® or ambient sound is too loud, it may be ● The signal strength display on the monitor
cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. difficult to hear the other person’s voice dur- will not coincide with the signal strength
However, you can talk on only one cellular phone ing a call. display of some cellular phones.
at a time. ● If reception between callers is unclear, ad-
● Immediately after the ignition switch is placed
Before using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone in the ON position, it may be impossible to justing the incoming or outgoing call volume
System, refer to the following notes. receive a call for a short period of time. may improve the clarity. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Call volume” in this section.
● Set up the wireless connection between a ● Do not place the cellular phone in an area
cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone surrounded by metal or far away from the REGULATORY INFORMATION
module before using the hands-free phone in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone
FCC Regulatory information
system. quality degradation and wireless connection
disruption. – CAUTION: To maintain compliance with
● Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phones FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the
● While a cellular phone is connected through
may not be recognized by the in-vehicle supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
the Bluetooth® wireless connection, the
phone module. Consult an INFINITI retailer modification, or attachments could damage
battery power of the cellular phone may dis-
or visit an INFINITI owner portal for details the transmitter and may violate FCC regula-
charge quicker than usual. The Bluetooth®
regarding phone compatibility. tions.
Hands-Free Phone System cannot charge
● You will not be able to use a hands-free cellular phones. – Operation is subject to the following two con-
phone under the following conditions: ditions:
● If the hands-free phone system seems to be
– Your vehicle is outside of the cellular ser- malfunctioning, refer to “Troubleshooting 1. This device may not cause interference and
vice area. guide” in this section.
2. this device must accept any interference,
– Your vehicle is in an area where it is ● Some cellular phones or other devices may including interference that may cause unde-
difficult to receive cellular signal; such as cause interference or a buzzing noise to sired operation of the device.
in a tunnel, in an underground parking come from the audio system speakers. Stor-
garage, near a tall building or in a moun- ing the device in a different location may
tainous area. reduce or eliminate the noise.
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BLUETOOTH® is a
trademark owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
LHA2152
and licensed to
Clarion.
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CONNECTING PROCEDURE
Press the SETTING button on the control panel,
then touch the “Bluetooth” key on the display.
Menu Item Result
Bluetooth ON/OFF Allows user to switch Bluetooth on and off. Bluetooth must be on in order to connect device.
On Turns Bluetooth on.
Off Turns Bluetooth off.
Connect Bluetooth Upon pressing this button, a popup box will appear on the screen, prompting you to confirm that the connection is for the phone system. Touch the
9Yes9 key.
Yes Confirms that you are connecting a Bluetooth device. Upon pressing this button, the following message will appear on screen. 9The system is
searching for your phone. Using your handset, look for a Bluetooth device called MY-CAR. When requested by the handset, enter the PIN 1234. Exit-
ing screen cancels search.9 The connecting procedure phone varies by phone. For additional information, refer to phone Owner’s Manual. When the
connecting is complete, the screen will return to the Bluetooth settings screen.
Cancel Cancels operation.
No Indicates to the system that you are connecting a Bluetooth enabled audio device.
Cancel Cancels operation.
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MAKING A CALL
Press the button on the steering wheel.
The 9Phone9 screen will appear on the display.
Select one of the following options to make a call:
LHA1322
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DURING A CALL
There are some options available during a call.
Select one of the following displayed on the
screen, if necessary:
Menu Item Result
Hang Up Finish the call. If pressed while another caller is on hold, current call will be ended and user will be able to speak to the caller that was previously on hold.
Use Handset Transfer the call to the cellular phone.
Mute Mute your voice to the person.
Cancel This will appear after the 9Mute9 key is selected. Mute will be cancelled.
Mute
Keypad Brings up a keypad. Enter digits when needed. For example, entering your PIN number for voicemail.
Note Press the button during a call to send numbers and digits using Voice Recognition.
Switch Call Select this option to answer another incoming call (function may not be available depending on the model of the phone).
ENDING A CALL
To finish the call, perform one of the following
procedures:
Menu Item Result
9Hang up9 key on the 9Call in Finish the call.
Progress9 Display
button on the steer- Finish the call.
ing wheel
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PHONE SETTINGS
To set up the Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem to your perferred settings, press the SET-
TING button on the control panel and touch the
9Phone9 key on the display.
Menu Item Result
Edit Vehicle Phonebook For additional information, refer to 9Vehicle Phonebook9 in this section for adding, editing, and deleting contacts in the vehicle phonebook.
Delete Phonebook Delete a phonebook stored on the system.
Download Handset Phonebook For additional information, refer to 9Handset Phonebook9 in this section for adding, editing, and deleting contacts in the handset
phonebook.
Volume and Ringtone Adjust the volume level of the ringtone, incoming call sound and outgoing call sound.
Automatic Hold When this option is turned on, an incoming call will be placed on hold automatically after several rings.
Vehicle Ringtone When this option is turned on, a specific ringtone that is different than the cellular phone’s will sound when receiving a call.
Auto Downloaded For additional information about automatically downloading the handset phonebook, refer to “Handset Phonebook” in this section.
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BLUETOOTH SETTINGS
To set up the Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem to your preferred settings, press the SET-
TING button on the control panel and touch the
9Bluetooth9 key on the display.
Menu Item Result
Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth system on or off.
Connect Bluetooth For additional information about connecting a phone, refer to 9Connecting Procedure9 in this section.
Connected Devices Display a list of the Bluetooth devices connected to the system.
Edit Bluetooth Info Check information about the device name, device address, and device PIN.
Replaced Connected Phone Replace the phone currently connected to the system. This option allows you to keep an voicetags that were recorded using the previous
phone.
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CALL VOLUME
Adjusting the incoming or outgoing call volume
may improve clarity if reception between callers is
unclear. To access the volume settings, press the
SETTING button, then select ”Volume and
Beeps”. You can also adjust the volume of an
incoming voice during a call by pushing the vol-
ume control switch on the steering wheel or by
turning the volume control knob on the control
panel:
Menu Item Result
Ringtone Adjusting this setting allows ringer volume to be set at a desired level.
Incoming Call Adjusting this setting allows you to hear a difference in volume (You can also adjust the volume of an incoming voice during a call by
pushing the volume control switch on the steering wheel or by turning the volume control knob.
Outgoing Call Adjusting this setting allows the person you are talking with to hear a difference in volume.
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Precautions when starting and driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 INFINITI Drive mode selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Standard mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Three-way catalyst. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Sport mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Snow mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
On-pavement and off-road driving ECO mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/ Lane
Avoiding collision and rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Departure Prevention (LDP) system
Off-road recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Rapid air pressure loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Lane departure warning (LDW) system. . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Lane departure prevention (LDP) system . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Driving safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Lane camera unit maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Push-Button Ignition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Blind Spot Warning (BSW) System/Blind Spot
Intervention® (BSI) System/Back-up Collision
Operating range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Intervention (BCI) System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Push-button ignition switch positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 Blind spot warning (BSW) system/blind spot
Emergency engine shut off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 intervention® (BSI) systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33
INFINITI Intelligent Key battery discharge . . . . . . . . . 5-15 BSW system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 BSI system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Before starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16 BSW/BSI driving situations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16 The back-up collision intervention (BCI)
Remote start (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17 system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
Driving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17 BCI system description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . . . . . . . 5-17 BCI system precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-46
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21 BCI system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-47
WARNING ● If you suspect that exhaust fumes are ● The exhaust system and body should be
entering the vehicle, drive with all win- inspected by a qualified mechanic
● Do not leave children or adults who dows fully open, and have the vehicle whenever:
would normally require the assistance inspected immediately.
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets a. The vehicle is raised for service.
should also not be left alone. They ● Do not run the engine in closed spaces
b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are
could accidentally injure themselves or such as a garage.
entering into the passenger
others through inadvertent operation of ● Do not park the vehicle with the engine compartment.
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, running for any extended length of time.
temperatures in a closed vehicle could c. You notice a change in the sound of
quickly become high enough to cause ● Keep the rear vent windows, liftgates, the exhaust system.
severe or possibly fatal injuries to doors and trunk lids (if so equipped)
d. You have had an accident involving
people or animals. closed while driving, otherwise exhaust
damage to the exhaust system, un-
gases could be drawn into the passen-
● Properly secure all cargo with ropes or derbody, or rear of the vehicle.
ger compartment. If you must drive with
straps to help prevent it from sliding or one of these open, follow these
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than THREE-WAY CATALYST
precautions:
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or col- The three-way catalyst is an emission control
lision, unsecured cargo could cause 1. Open all the windows. device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust
personal injury. gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at
2. Set the air recirculation but-
ton to off and the fan control dial to high temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)
high to circulate the air.
WARNING ● If electrical wiring or other cable con-
nections must pass to a trailer through
● Do not breathe exhaust gases; they
the seal on the liftgate or the body,
contain colorless and odorless carbon
follow the manufacturer’s recommen-
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is danger-
dation to prevent carbon monoxide en-
ous. It can cause unconsciousness or
try into the vehicle.
death.
● Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-
WARNING
level. Running out of fuel could cause inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread
● The exhaust gas and the exhaust sys- the engine to misfire, damaging the life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
tem are very hot. Keep people, animals three-way catalyst. stopping ability.
or flammable materials away from the
exhaust system components. ● Do not race the engine while warming it Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
up. proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s re-
● Do not stop or park the vehicle over sponsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if
flammable materials such as dry grass, ● Do not push or tow your vehicle to start
the engine. under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger
waste paper or rags. They may ignite
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
and cause a fire.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
CAUTION SYSTEM (TPMS) TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly. The TPMS mal-
● Do not use leaded gasoline. Deposits Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
function indicator is combined with the low tire
from leaded gasoline will seriously re- should be checked monthly when cold and in-
pressure telltale. When the system detects a
duce the three-way catalyst’s ability to flated to the inflation pressure recommended by
malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi-
help reduce exhaust pollutants. the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard
mately 1 minute and then remain continuously
or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has
● Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc- illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
tires of a different size than the size indicated on
tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal-
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label,
electrical systems can cause overrich function exists. When the malfunction indicator is
you should determine the proper tire inflation
fuel flow into the three-way catalyst, illuminated, the system may not be able to detect
pressure for those tires.)
causing it to overheat. Do not keep driv- or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
ing if the engine misfires, or if notice- As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
able loss of performance or other un- equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System including the installation of replacement or alter-
usual operating conditions are (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale nate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
detected. Have the vehicle inspected when one or more of your tires is significantly the TPMS from functioning properly. Always
promptly by an INFINITI retailer. under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replac-
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
check all four tires as soon as possible, and ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to properly.
Starting and driving 5-5
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel Some devices and transmitters may temporarily NOTE:
is replaced, tire pressure will not be interfere with the operation of the TPMS and
Changes or modification not expressly ap-
indicated, the TPMS will not function cause the low tire pressure warning light to illu-
proved by the party responsible for compli-
and the low tire pressure warning light minate.
ance could void the user’s authority to op-
will flash for approximately 1 minute. Some examples are: erate the equipment.
The light will remain on after 1 minute.
Contact your INFINITI retailer as soon – Facilities or electric devices using similar radio For Canada:
as possible for tire replacement and/or frequencies are near the vehicle.
This device complies with Industry Canada
system resetting.
– If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is license-exempt RSS standard(s). Opera-
● Replacing tires with those not originally being used in or near the vehicle. tion is subject to the following two condi-
specified by INFINITI could affect the tions: (1) this device may not cause inter-
proper operation of the TPMS. – If a computer (or similar equipment) or a
ference, and (2) this device must accept any
DC/AC converter is being used in or near the interference, including interference that
● Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol vehicle.
tire sealant into the tires, as this may may cause undesired operation of the de-
cause a malfunction of the tire pressure FCC Notice: vice.
sensors. TPMS with Tire Inflation Indicator
For USA:
CAUTION This device complies with Part 15 of the When adding air to an under-inflated tire, the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- TPMS with Tire Inflation Indicator provides visual
● The TPMS may not function properly and audible signals outside the vehicle to help
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may
when the wheels are equipped with tire you inflate the tires to the recommended COLD
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
chains or the wheels are buried in snow. tire pressure.
device must accept any interference re-
● Do not place metalized film or any ceived, including interference that may Vehicle set-up:
metal parts (antenna, etc.) on the win- cause undesired operation.
dows. This may cause poor reception of 1. Park the vehicle in a safe and level place.
the signals from the tire pressure sen- 2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift
sors, and the TPMS will not function lever into the P (Park) position.
properly.
3. Place the ignition switch to the ON position.
Do not start the engine.
Starting and driving 5-7
Operation: – The air pressure from the inflation device clearance is a better view of the road, allowing
is not sufficient to inflate the tire. you to anticipate problems. However, they are not
1. Add air to the tire.
designed for cornering at the same speeds as
– There is a malfunction in the TPMS sys-
2. After a few seconds, the hazard indicators conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles any more
tem.
will start flashing. than low-slung sports cars are designed to per-
– There is a malfunction in the horn or haz- form satisfactorily under off-road conditions. If at
3. When the designated pressure is reached,
ard indicators. all possible, avoid sharp turns at high speeds. As
the horn beeps once and the hazard indica-
with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate
tors stop flashing. – The identification code of the tire pres-
sure sensor is not registered to the sys- this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control
4. Perform the above steps for each tire. tem. or vehicle rollover. In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to die than a
● If the tire is over-inflated more than ap- – The battery of the tire pressure sensor is person wearing a seat belt.
proximately 4 psi (30 kPa), the horn low.
beeps and the hazard indicators flash For additional information, refer to “Driving safety
three times. To correct the pressure, push ● If the TPMS with Tire Inflation Indicator precautions” in this section.
the core of the valve stem on the tire does not operate due to TPMS interfer-
briefly to release pressure. When the ence, move the vehicle about 3 ft (1 m) AVOIDING COLLISION AND
backward or forward and try again. ROLLOVER
pressure reaches the designated pres-
sure, the horn beeps once. If the TPMS with Tire Inflation Indicator is not
working, use a tire pressure gauge. WARNING
● If the hazard indicator does not flash
within approximately 15 seconds after ON-PAVEMENT AND OFF-ROAD Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe
starting to inflate the tire, it indicates that and prudent manner may result in loss of
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS control or an accident.
the TPMS with Tire Inflation Indicator is
not operating. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
Be alert and drive defensively at all times. Obey
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
● The TPMS will not activate the TPMS with all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive speed,
Tire Inflation Indicator under the following They have higher ground clearance than passen- high speed cornering, or sudden steering ma-
ger cars to make them capable of performing in a neuvers, because these driving practices could
conditions:
variety of on-pavement and off-road applications. cause you to lose control of your vehicle. As with
– If there is interference from an external This gives them a higher center of gravity than any vehicle, loss of control could result in a
device or transmitter. ordinary vehicles. An advantage of higher ground collision with other vehicles or objects or
5-8 Starting and driving
cause the vehicle to roll over, particularly if 3. Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel Rapid air pressure loss can affect the handling
the loss of control causes the vehicle to with both hands and try to hold a straight and stability of the vehicle, especially at highway
slide sideways. Be attentive at all times, and course. speeds.
avoid driving when tired. Never drive when under
4. When appropriate, slowly release the accel- Help prevent rapid air pressure loss by maintain-
the influence of alcohol or drugs (including pre-
erator pedal to gradually slow the vehicle. ing the correct air pressure and visually inspect
scription or over-the-counter drugs which may
the tires for wear and damage. For additional
cause drowsiness). Always wear your seat belt 5. If there is nothing in the way, steer the ve-
information, refer to “Wheels and tires” in the
as outlined in the “Safety – Seats, seat belts and hicle to follow the road while vehicle speed
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
supplemental restraint system” section of this is reduced. Do not attempt to drive the ve-
manual. If a tire rapidly loses air pressure or
manual, and also instruct your passengers to do hicle back onto the road surface until vehicle
“blows-out” while driving, maintain control of the
so. speed is reduced.
vehicle by following the procedure below. Please
Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in colli- 6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turn the note that this procedure is only a general guide.
sions and rollovers. In a rollover crash, an steering wheel until both tires return to the The vehicle must be driven as appropriate based
unbelted or improperly belted person is road surface. When all tires are on the road on the conditions of the vehicle, road and traffic.
significantly more likely to be injured or surface, steer the vehicle to stay in the ap-
killed than a person properly wearing a propriate driving lane. WARNING
seat belt. The following actions can increase the
● If you decide that it is not safe to return the
OFF-ROAD RECOVERY vehicle to the road surface based on vehicle, chance of losing control of the vehicle if
road or traffic conditions, gradually slow the there is a sudden loss of tire air pressure.
If the right side or left side wheels unintentionally vehicle to a stop in a safe place off the road. Losing control of the vehicle may cause a
leave the road surface, maintain control of the collision and result in personal injury.
vehicle by following the procedure below. Please RAPID AIR PRESSURE LOSS ● The vehicle generally moves or pulls in
note that this procedure is only a general guide. the direction of the flat tire.
Rapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” can occur
The vehicle must be driven as appropriate based
if the tire is punctured or is damaged due to ● Do not rapidly apply the brakes.
on the conditions of the vehicle, road and traffic.
hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid air pressure loss
1. Remain calm and do not overreact. can also be caused by driving on under-inflated ● Do not rapidly release the accelerator
tires. pedal.
2. Do not apply the brakes.
● Do not rapidly turn the steering wheel.
1. Remain calm and do not overreact. DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2. Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel DRIVING Your INFINITI is designed for both normal and
with both hands and try to hold a straight off-road use. However, avoid driving in deep wa-
course. WARNING ter or mud as your INFINITI is mainly designed for
3. When appropriate, slowly release the accel- Never drive under the influence of alcohol leisure use, unlike a conventional off-road ve-
erator pedal to gradually slow the vehicle. or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream re- hicle.
duces coordination, delays reaction time
4. Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe location and impairs judgement. Driving after Remember that 2-wheel drive models are less
off the road and away from traffic if possible. drinking alcohol increases the likelihood capable than 4-wheel drive models for rough
of being involved in an accident injuring road driving and extrication when stuck in deep
5. Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradually snow or mud, or the like.
yourself and others. Additionally, if you
stop the vehicle. are injured in an accident, alcohol can Please observe the following precautions:
6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers and increase the severity of the injury.
contact a roadside emergency service to INFINITI is committed to safe driving. However, WARNING
change the tire or for additional information, you must choose not to drive under the influence
refer to “Changing a flat tire” in the “In case ● Spinning the front wheels on slippery
of alcohol. Every year thousands of people are surface may cause the AWD warning
of emergency” section of this manual. injured or killed in alcohol-related accidents. Al- message to display and the AWD sys-
though the local laws vary on what is considered tem to automatically switch from the
to be legally intoxicated, the fact is that alcohol AWD to the 2WD mode. This could re-
affects all people differently and most people duce the traction. Be especially careful
underestimate the effects of alcohol. when towing a trailer. (AWD models)
Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! And ● Drive carefully when off the road and
that is true for drugs, too (over-the-counter, pre- avoid dangerous areas. Every person
scription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive if your who drives or rides in this vehicle
ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alco- should be seated with their seat belt
hol, drugs, or some other physical condition. fastened. This will keep you and your
passengers in position when driving
over rough terrain.
● Do not drive across steep slopes. In- ● Unsecured cargo can be thrown around ● Do not drive beyond the performance
stead drive either straight up or straight when driving over rough terrain. Prop- capability of the tires, even with AWD
down the slopes. Off-road vehicles can erly secure all cargo so it will not be engaged.
tip over sideways much more easily thrown forward and cause injury to you
● For AWD equipped vehicles, do not at-
than they can forward or backward. or your passengers.
tempt to raise two wheels off the
● Many hills are too steep for any vehicle. ● Secure heavy loads in the cargo area as ground and shift the transmission to
If you drive up them, you may stall. If far forward and as low as possible. Do any drive or reverse position with the
you drive down them, you may not be not equip the vehicle with tires larger engine running. Doing so may result in
able to control your speed. If you drive than specified in this manual. This could drivetrain damage or unexpected ve-
across them, you may roll over. cause your vehicle to roll over. hicle movement which could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal
● Do not shift gears while driving on ● Do not grip the inside or spokes of the
injury.
downhill grades as this could cause steering wheel when driving off-road.
loss of control of the vehicle. The steering wheel could move sud- ● Do not attempt to test a AWD equipped
denly and injure your hands. Instead vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer
● Stay alert when driving to the top of a
drive with your fingers and thumbs on (such as the dynamometers used by
hill. At the top there could be a drop-off
the outside of the rim. some states for emissions testing), or
or other hazard that could cause an
similar equipment even if the other two
accident. ● Before operating the vehicle, ensure
wheels are raised off the ground. Make
that the driver and all passengers have
● If your engine stalls or you cannot make sure you inform test facility personnel
their seat belts fastened.
it to the top of a steep hill, never at- that your vehicle is equipped with AWD
tempt to turn around. Your vehicle could ● Always drive with the floor mats in place before it is placed on a dynamometer.
tip or roll over. Always back straight as the floor may become hot. Using the wrong test equipment may
down in R (Reverse) gear and apply result in drivetrain damage or unex-
● Lower your speed when encountering
brakes to control your speed. pected vehicle movement which could
strong crosswinds. With a higher center
● Heavy braking going down a hill could of gravity, your INFINITI is more af- result in serious vehicle damage or per-
cause your brakes to overheat and fade, fected by strong side winds. Slower sonal injury.
resulting in loss of control and an acci- speeds ensure better vehicle control. ● When a wheel is off the ground due to
dent. Apply brakes lightly and use a low an unlevel surface, do not spin the
gear to control your speed. wheel excessively.
● Accelerating quickly, sharp steering ● Whenever you drive off-road through WARNING
maneuvers or sudden braking may sand, mud or water as deep as the
cause loss of control. wheel hub, more frequent maintenance Do not operate the push-button ignition
may be required. For additional infor- switch while driving the vehicle except in
● If at all possible, avoid sharp turning an emergency. (The engine will stop when
mation, refer to “Periodic maintenance”
maneuvers, particularly at high speeds. the ignition switch is pushed three con-
in the “INFINITI Service and Mainte-
Your INFINITI vehicle has a higher cen- secutive times in quick succession or the
nance Guide.”
ter of gravity than a passenger car. The ignition switch is pushed and held for
vehicle is not designed for cornering at more than 2 seconds.) If the engine stops
the same speeds as passenger cars. while the vehicle is being driven, this
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly could lead to a crash and serious injury.
could result in loss of control and/or a
rollover accident.
● Always use tires of the same type, size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-belted,
or radial), and tread pattern on all four
wheels. Install tire chains on the front
wheels when driving on slippery roads
and drive carefully.
● Be sure to check the brakes immedi-
ately after driving in mud or water. For
additional information, refer to “Brake
system” in this section for “Wet
brakes”.
● Avoid parking your vehicle on steep
hills. If you get out of the vehicle and it
rolls forward, backward or sideways,
you could be injured.
The operating range of the engine start function ACC (Accessories): The battery saver feature will be cancelled if any
is inside of the vehicle s
1 . of the following occur:
This position activates electrical accessories,
● The luggage area is not included in the op- such as the radio, when the engine is not running. ● any door is opened.
erating range, but the Intelligent Key may
ACC has a battery saver feature that will turn the ● shift lever is moved out of the P (Park) posi-
function.
ignition switch to the OFF position after a period tion.
● If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instru- of time under the following conditions:
● ignition switch changes position.
ment panel, inside the glove box, storage bin
● all doors are closed.
or door pocket, the Intelligent Key may not
function. ● shift lever is in P (Park). CAUTION
● If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door Do not leave the vehicle with the ignition
The battery saver feature will be cancelled if any
or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent switch in ACC or ON positions when the
of the following occur:
Key may function. engine is not running for an extended pe-
● any door is opened. riod. This can discharge the battery.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH ● shift lever is moved out of P (Park). OFF:
POSITIONS
● ignition switch changes position. The ignition switch is in the OFF position when
LOCK (Normal parking position): the engine is turned off using the ignition switch.
ON (Normal operating position):
The ignition switch can only be locked in this No lights will illuminate on the ignition switch.
position. This position turns on the ignition system and
electrical accessories. EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF
The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is
ON has a battery saver feature that will turn the To shut off the engine in an emergency situation
pushed to the ACC position while carrying the
ignition switch to the OFF position, if the vehicle while driving, perform the following procedure:
Intelligent Key.
is not running, after some time under the follow- – Rapidly push the push-button ignition switch
The ignition switch will lock when any door is ing conditions: three consecutive times in less than 1.5 sec-
opened or closed with the ignition switched off.
● all doors are closed. onds, or
● shift lever is in P (Park). – Push and hold the push-button ignition switch
for more than 2 seconds.
● Make sure the area around the vehicle is 1. Apply the parking brake. accelerator pedal by depressing the
clear. brake pedal and pushing the push-button
2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neu-
● Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool- ignition switch to start the engine. If the
tral). P (Park) is recommended.
ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluid engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the
as frequently as possible, or at least when- The starter is designed not to operate if above procedure.
ever you refuel. the shift lever is in any of the driving
positions. CAUTION
● Check that all windows and lights are clean.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON position. Do not operate the starter for more than
● Visually inspect tires for their appearance Depress the brake pedal and push the igni- 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does
and condition. Also check tires for proper tion switch to start the engine. not start, push the ignition switch to the
inflation. OFF position and wait 10 seconds before
To start the engine immediately, push and cranking again, otherwise the starter
● Check that all doors are closed. release the ignition switch while depressing could be damaged.
● Position seat and adjust head the brake pedal with the ignition switch in
restraints/headrests. any position. 4. Warm-up
● Adjust inside and outside mirrors. ● If the engine is very hard to start in ex- Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 sec-
tremely cold weather or when restarting, onds after starting. Do not race the engine
● Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to depress the accelerator pedal a little (ap- while warming it up. Drive at moderate
do likewise. proximately 1/3 to the floor) and while speed for a short distance first, especially in
● Check the operation of warning lights when holding, crank the engine. Release the cold weather. In cold weather, keep the en-
the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi- accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
gine running for a minimum of 2 - 3 minutes
tion. For additional information, refer to ● If the engine is very hard to start because before shutting it off. Starting and stopping
“Warning/indicator lights and audible re- it is flooded, depress the accelerator the engine over a short period of time may
minders” in the “Instruments and controls” pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. make the vehicle more difficult to start.
section of this manual. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi-
tion to start cranking the engine. After 5 or 5. To stop the engine, place the shift lever into
6 seconds, stop cranking by pushing the the P (Park) position and push the ignition
ignition switch to LOCK. After cranking switch to the OFF position.
the engine, release the accelerator pedal.
Crank the engine with your foot off the
5-16 Starting and driving
NOTE: CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE 2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and
TRANSMISSION (CVT) move the shift lever to a driving position.
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge 3. Release the parking brake and foot brake
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in
and potential no-start conditions such as: pedal, and then gradually start the vehicle in
your vehicle is electronically controlled to pro- motion.
1. Installation or extended use of electronic duce maximum power and smooth operation.
accessories that consume battery power
when the engine is not running (Phone char- The recommended operating procedures for this WARNING
gers, GPS, DVD players, etc.) transmission are shown on the following pages.
● Do not depress the accelerator pedal
Follow these procedures for maximum vehicle
while shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu-
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only performance and driving enjoyment.
tral) to R (Reverse) or D (Drive) position.
driven short distances. In these cases, the
Engine power may be automatically re- Always depress the brake pedal until
battery may need to be charged to maintain
duced to protect the CVT if the engine shifting is completed. Failure to do so
battery health.
speed increases quickly when driving on could cause you to lose control and
REMOTE START (if so equipped) slippery roads or while being tested on have an accident.
some dynamometers. ● Cold engine idle speed is high, so use
Vehicles started with the remote start require the
ignition switch to be placed in the ON position Starting the vehicle caution when shifting into a forward or
before the shift lever can be moved from the P reverse gear before the engine has
(Park) position. To place the ignition switch to the 1. After starting the engine, fully depress the warmed up.
ON position, follow the steps: foot brake pedal before moving the shift
lever out of the P (Park) position. ● Never shift to P (Park) or R (Reverse)
1. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is on you. This CVT is designed so that the foot while vehicle is moving. Failure to do so
brake pedal must be depressed before could cause you to lose control and
2. Apply the brake. have an accident.
shifting from P (Park) to any driving
3. Press the ignition switch once to the ON position while the ignition switch is in
position. the ON position.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of
For additional information, refer to “INFINITI Intel-
the P (Park) position and into any of
ligent Key” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust-
the other positions if the ignition
ments” section of this manual.
switch is placed in the LOCK, OFF or
ACC position.
Starting and driving 5-17
CAUTION WARNING
● When stopping the vehicle on an uphill Apply the parking brake if the shift lever is
grade, do not hold the vehicle by de- in any position while the engine is not
pressing the accelerator pedal. The foot running. Failure to do so could cause the
brake should be used for this purpose. vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away
and result in serious personal injury or
● Do not downshift abruptly on slippery
property damage.
roads. This may cause a loss of control.
● Except in an emergency, do not shift to CAUTION
the N (Neutral) position while driving.
Coasting with the transmission in the N Use the P (Park) or R (Reverse) position
(Neutral) position may cause serious only when the vehicle is completely
damage to the transmission. stopped.
LSD2019 P (Park):
Shifting
CAUTION
Press the button s
A while depressing the
brake pedal
To prevent transmission damage, use the
P (Park) or R (Reverse) position only when
Press the button s
A to shift
the vehicle is completely stopped.
R (Reverse): manual shift mode, return the shift lever to the D 1 (1st)
(Drive) position. The transmission returns to au-
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly
CAUTION tomatic driving mode.
or when driving slowly, or for maximum engine
To prevent transmission damage, use the When the shift lever is shifted from D (Drive) to braking on steep downhill grades.
P (Park) or R (Reverse) position only when the manual shift gate with the vehicle stopped or
the vehicle is completely stopped. ● Remember not to drive at high speeds for
while driving, the transmission enters the manual
extended periods of time in lower than 7th
shift mode. Shift ranges can be selected manu-
Use the R (Reverse) position to back up. Make gear. This reduces fuel economy.
ally. In the manual shift mode, the shift range is
sure the vehicle is completely stopped before
displayed on the position indicator in the meter. When shifting up:
selecting the R (Reverse) position. The brake
When shifting the shift lever to the manual shift
pedal must be depressed and the shift lever Move the shift lever to the + (up) side. (Shifts to
gate, the position indicator displays 1 (first) up to
button pushed in to move the shift lever higher range.)
7 (seventh) depending on vehicle speed.
from P (Park), N (Neutral) or any drive po-
When shifting down:
sition to R (Reverse). Shift ranges up or down one by one as follows:
Move the shift lever to the 2 (down) side. (Shifts
N (Neutral): 1⇔ 2 ⇔ 3 ⇔ 4 ⇔ 5 ⇔ 6 ⇔ 7
to lower range.)
Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The 7 (7th):
● The transmission will automatically down-
engine can be started in this position. You may
Use this position for all normal forward driving at shift the gears. (For example, if you select the
shift to N (Neutral) and restart a stalled engine
highway speeds. 3rd range, the transmission will shift down
while the vehicle is moving.
between the 3rd and 1st gears.)
5 (5th) and 6 (6th):
D (Drive):
● Moving the shift lever rapidly to the same
Use this position when driving up long slopes, or
Use this position for all normal forward driving. side twice will shift the ranges in succession.
for engine braking when driving down long
Manual shift mode slopes. When canceling the manual shift mode:
When the shift lever is in the manual shift gate, 4 (4th), 3 (3rd) and 2 (2nd): Return the shift lever to the D (Drive) position to
the transmission is ready for the manual shift return the transmission to the normal driving
Use these positions for hill climbing or engine
mode. Shift ranges can be selected manually by mode.
braking on downhill grades.
moving the shift lever up or down. To cancel
● In the manual shift mode, the transmis- 5. Press the shift lever button s
C and move the
sion may not shift to the selected gear. shift lever to the N (Neutral) position s D
This helps maintain driving perfor- while holding down the shift lock release.
mance and reduces the chance of ve- The vehicle may be moved to the desired
hicle damage or loss of control. location. Replace the removed shift lock re-
lease cover after the operation. If the shift
● When this situation occurs, the CVT
lever cannot be moved out of the P (Park)
position indicator light will blink and
position, have an INFINITI retailer check the
the chime will sound.
CVT system as soon as possible.
● In the manual shift mode, the transmis-
sion may shift up automatically to a WARNING
higher range than selected if the en-
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the
gine speed is too high. When the ve-
P (Park) position while the engine is run-
hicle speed decreases, the transmis-
ning and the brake pedal is depressed, the
sion automatically shifts down and LSD2022
stop lights may not work. Malfunctioning
shifts to 1st gear before the vehicle
comes to a stop. Shift lock release stop lights could cause an accident injur-
ing yourself and others.
● CVT operation is limited to automatic drive If the battery charge is low or discharged, the
mode when CVT fluid temperature is ex- shift lever may not be moved from the P (Park) Accelerator downshift
tremely low even if manual shift mode is position even with the brake pedal depressed — in D position —
selected. This is not a malfunction. When and the shift lever button pushed. To move the
CVT fluid warms up, manual mode can be shift lever, perform the following procedure: For passing or hill climbing, depress the accel-
selected. erator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmis-
1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK sion down into a lower gear, depending on the
● When the CVT fluid temperature is high, the position. vehicle speed.
shift range may upshift in lower rpm than 2. Apply the parking brake.
usual. This is not a malfunction.
3. Remove the shift lock release cover s
A us-
ing a suitable tool.
4. Push down the shift lock release s
B using a
suitable tool.
5-20 Starting and driving
PARKING BRAKE
STANDARD MODE
Standard mode is recommended for normal driv-
ing. Turn the drive mode select switch to the
center position. “STANDARD” appears in the ve-
hicle information display for 2 seconds.
SPORT MODE
The Sport mode adjusts the engine and transmis-
sion to enhance performance. Turn the drive
mode select switch to the SPORT position.
“SPORT” appears in the vehicle information dis-
play for 2 seconds.
ECO MODE ● When the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) When the ECO drive indicator illuminates in
system (if so equipped) is operated. green, the accelerator reaction force is normal.
The Eco mode adjusts the engine and transmis- When the ECO drive indicator light is blinking or
sion to enhance fuel economy. ECO pedal system (if so equipped) turns orange, the ECO pedal system increases
The ECO pedal system helps assist the driver to the reaction force of the accelerator pedal.
NOTE:
improve fuel economy by increasing the reaction The ECO pedal system may not vary accelerator
Selecting this drive mode will not necessar- force of the accelerator pedal. When the ECO reaction force under the following conditions:
ily improve fuel economy as many driving drive indicator light is blinking or turns orange, the
factors influence its effectiveness. ECO pedal system increases the reaction force ● When the shift lever is in the N (Neutral) or
of the accelerator pedal. R (Reverse) position.
Operation
● When Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (if so
Turn the drive mode select switch to the ECO equipped) is being operated.
position. “ECO” appears in the vehicle informa- Illuminate or blink
ECO drive indicator
tion display for 2 seconds and the ECO drive when If the ECO pedal system malfunctions, it will
indicator light illuminates on the instrument panel. cancel automatically. The ECO pedal system will
When the accelerator pedal is depressed within When the pedal is not vary the reaction force of the accelerator
the range of economy drive, the ECO drive indi- Illuminate depressed within pedal.
cator light illuminates in green. When the accel- (green) range of economy
drive When the drive mode select switch is rotated
erator pedal is depressed above the range of from the ECO mode to another mode (STAN-
economy drive, the color of the ECO drive indi- When the pedal
is depressed DARD, SPORT or SNOW) while the ECO pedal
cator light changes to orange. For ECO pedal Blinks
likely over the system is operating, the ECO pedal system con-
system equipped models, refer to “ECO pedal (green)
system” in this section. range of tinues to operate until the pedal is released.
economy drive
The ECO drive indicator light will not illuminate in If the accelerator pedal is depressed quickly, the
the following cases: When the pedal ECO pedal system will not increase the reaction
is depressed force of the acceleration pedal. The ECO pedal
Illuminate
● When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) over the range
(orange) system is not designed to prevent the vehicle
position. of economy
drive from accelerating.
● When the vehicle speed is below 3 MPH
(4.8 km/h) or over 90 MPH (144 km/h).
Starting and driving 5-23
SSD0939 LHA2152
Setting ECO pedal reaction force:
1. Press the SETTING s 1 button and select
“ECO DRIVE” on the display using the
INFINITI controller. Then press the ENTER
s2 button.
on the instrument panel blinks in orange and a ● If the LDW system malfunctions, it will – When there is a lane closure due to
warning chime sounds. When the LDP system is cancel automatically, and “Please see road repairs.
on, it will automatically apply the brakes for a owner’s manual” will appear in the ve-
short period of time, using the function of the – When driving in a makeshift or tem-
hicle information display. If “Please see
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system. porary lane.
owner’s manual” appears in the vehicle
information display, pull off the road to – When driving on roads where the
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING a safe location and stop the vehicle. lane width is too narrow.
(LDW) SYSTEM Place the shift lever into the P (Park) – When driving without normal tire
position and the ignition switch to the conditions (for example, tire wear,
Precautions on LDW system off position and restart the engine. If low tire pressure, installation of
“Please see owner’s manual” continues spare tire, tire chains, nonstandard
WARNING to appear in the vehicle information dis- wheels).
● This system is only a warning device to play, have the system checked by an
inform the driver of a potential unin- INFINITI retailer. – When the vehicle is equipped with
tended lane departure. It will not steer nonoriginal brake parts or suspen-
● Excessive noise will interfere with the sion parts.
the vehicle or prevent loss of control. It warning chime sound, and the chime
is the driver’s responsibility to stay may not be heard. – When you are towing a trailer or
alert, drive safely, keep the vehicle in other vehicle.
the traveling lane, and be in control of ● Do not use the LDW system under the
the vehicle at all times. following conditions as it may not func- The system may not function properly under the
tion properly: following conditions:
● The system will not operate at speeds
below approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h) – During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, ● On roads where there are multiple parallel
or if it cannot detect lane markers. etc.). lane markers; lane markers that are faded or
– When driving on slippery roads, such not painted clearly; yellow painted lane
as on ice or snow, etc. markers; non-standard lane markers; or lane
– When driving on winding or uneven markers covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
roads. ● On roads where the discontinued lane mark-
ers are still detectable.
● On roads where there are sharp curves.
5-26 Starting and driving
● On roads where there are sharply contrast- The LDW system is not designed to warn under
ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water, the following conditions.
wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDW system could detect ● When you operate the lane change signal
these items as lane markers.) and change traveling lanes in the direction of
the signal. (The LDW system will become
● On roads where the traveling lane merges or operable again approximately 2 seconds af-
separates. ter the lane change signal is turned off.)
● When the vehicle’s traveling direction does ● When the vehicle speed lowers to less than
not align with the lane marker. approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h).
● When traveling close to the vehicle in front of
● When the Blind Spot Intervention™ system
you, which obstructs the lane camera unit
activates an audible warning or when the
detection range.
brakes are automatically applied by the sys-
● When rain, snow, dirt or object adheres to LSD2040 tem.
the windshield in front of the lane camera Lane Departure Warning indicator light
unit. After the above conditions have finished and the
LDW system operation necessary operating conditions are satisfied, the
● When the headlights are not bright due to LDW functions will resume.
dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not adjusted The LDW system provides a lane departure
properly. warning function when the vehicle is driven at How to enable/disable the LDW system
speeds of approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h) and
● When strong light enters the lane camera Perform the following steps to enable or disable
above and the lane markings are clear. When the
unit. (For example, the light directly shines on the LDW system.
vehicle approaches either the left or the right side
the front of the vehicle at sunrise or sunset.)
of the traveling lane, a warning chime will sound 1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-
● When a sudden change in brightness oc- and the Lane Departure Warning indicator light plays in the vehicle information display. Use
curs. (For example, when the vehicle enters on the instrument panel will blink to alert the the button to select “Driver Assis-
or exits a tunnel or under a bridge.) driver. tance”. Then press the ENTER button.
The warning function will stop when the vehicle 2. Select “Driver Aids”, and press the ENTER
returns inside of the lane markers. button.
3. To set the LDW system to on or off, use LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION ● When the LDP system is operating,
the buttons to navigate in the menu (LDP) SYSTEM avoid excessive or sudden steering ma-
and use the ENTER button to select or neuvers. Otherwise, you could lose con-
change an item: Precautions on LDP system trol of the vehicle.
● Select “Lane” and press the ENTER but- ● The LDP system will not operate at
ton. WARNING
speeds below approximately 45 MPH
– To turn on the warning, use the ENTER ● The LDP system will not always steer (70 km/h) or if it cannot detect lane
button to check box for “Warning (LDW)” the vehicle to keep it in the lane. It is not markers.
designed to prevent loss of control. It is
– To turn on the assistance system, use the ● Do not use the LDP system under the
the driver’s responsibility to stay alert,
ENTER button to check box for “Assis- following conditions as it may not func-
drive safely, keep the vehicle in the trav-
tance (LDP)” tion properly:
eling lane, and be in control of vehicle at
all times. – During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,
Temporary disabled status at high etc.).
temperature ● The LDP system is primarily intended
for use on well-developed freeways or – When driving on slippery roads, such
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under highways. It may not detect the lane as on ice or snow, etc.
high temperature conditions (over approximately markers in certain roads, weather or – When driving on winding or uneven
104°F) (40°C) and then started, the LDW system driving conditions. roads.
may be deactivated automatically, the warning
systems ON indicator on the switch will flash and ● Using the LDP system under some con- – When there is a lane closure due to
the following message will appear in the vehicle ditions of road, lane marker or weather, road repairs.
information display. - “Unavailable High Cabin or when you change lanes without us-
ing the lane change signal could lead to – When driving in a makeshift or tem-
Temp. ”
an unexpected system operation. In porary lane.
When the interior temperature is reduced, the such conditions, you need to correct the – When driving on roads where the
LDW system will resume operating automatically vehicle’s direction with your steering lane width is too narrow.
and the warning systems ON indicator will stop operation to avoid accidents.
flashing.
– When driving without normal tire ● On roads where there are multiple par- ● When the headlights are not bright due
conditions (for example, tire wear, allel lane markers; lane markers that to dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
low tire pressure, installation of are faded or not painted clearly; yellow adjusted properly.
spare tire, tire chains, non-standard painted lane markers; non-standard
● When strong light enters the lane cam-
wheels). lane markers; or lane markers covered
era unit. (For example, the light directly
with water, dirt, snow, etc.
– When the vehicle is equipped with shines on the front of the vehicle at
nonoriginal brake parts or suspen- ● On roads where discontinued lane sunrise or sunset.)
sion parts. markers are still detectable.
● When a sudden change in brightness
– When you are towing a trailer or ● On roads where there are sharp curves. occurs. (For example, when the vehicle
other vehicle. enters or exits a tunnel or under a
● On roads where there are sharply con-
bridge.)
● If the LDP system malfunctions, it will trasting objects, such as shadows,
cancel automatically. The LDP system snow, water, wheel ruts, seams or lines While the LDP system is operating, you may hear
warning light (orange) will illuminate in remaining after road repairs. (The LDP a sound of brake operation. This is normal and
the display. system could detect these items as lane indicates that the LDP system is operating prop-
markers.) erly.
● If LDP system warning light (orange)
illuminates in the display, pull off the ● On roads where the traveling lane
road to a safe location and stop the merges or separates.
vehicle. Turn the engine off and restart
● When the vehicle’s traveling direction
the engine. If the LDP system warning
does not align with the lane marker.
light (orange) continues to illuminate,
have the LDP system checked by an ● When traveling close to the vehicle in
INFINITI retailer. front of you, which obstructs the lane
camera unit detection range.
● Excessive noise will interfere with the
warning chime sound, and the chime ● When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
may not be heard. windshield in front of the lane camera
unit.
The LDP system may or may not operate
properly under the following conditions:
Automatic deactivation ● When the hazard warning flashers are oper- Temporary disabled status at high tem-
ated. perature:
Condition A:
● When driving on a curve at high speed. If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under
The warning and assist functions of the LDP high temperature conditions (over approximately
system are not designed to work under the fol- After the above conditions have finished and the
104°F (40°C)) and then the LDP system is turned
lowing conditions: necessary operating conditions are satisfied, the
on, the LDP system may be deactivated auto-
LDP system application of the brakes will resume.
matically and the following message will appear
● When you operate the lane change signal
Condition C: on the vehicle information display. “Unavailable
and change the traveling lanes in the direc- High Cabin Temp.” When the interior tempera-
tion of the signal. (The LDP system will be If the following messages appear in the vehicle ture is reduced, the system will resume operating
deactivated for approximately 2 seconds af- information display, a chime will sound and the automatically.
ter the lane change signal is turned off.) LDP system will be turned off automatically.
● When the vehicle speed lowers to less than ● “Unavailable Road is slippery”:
approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h). When the VDC system (except TCS func-
tion) or ABS operates.
After the above conditions have finished and the
necessary operating conditions are satisfied, the ● “Unavailable VDC OFF”:
warning and assist functions will resume. When the VDC system is turned off.
Condition B: ● “Unavailable Snow mode active”:
When the drive mode select switch is turned
The assist function of the LDP system is not to the SNOW mode.
designed to work under the following conditions
(warning is still functional): Action to take:
● When the brake pedal is depressed. When the above conditions no longer exist, turn
off the LDP system. Push the dynamic driver
● When the steering wheel is turned as far as assistance switch again to turn the LDP system
necessary for the vehicle to change lanes. back on.
● When the vehicle is accelerated during LDP
system operation.
● When the ICC approach warning occurs.
Starting and driving 5-31
● Do not strike or damage the areas around ● Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI®) system (if
the camera unit. Do not touch the camera so equipped)
lens or remove the screw located on the ● Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) system
camera unit. If the camera unit is damaged (if so equipped)
due to an accident, contact an INFINITI re-
tailer.
WARNING
● The BSW and BSI systems are not a
replacement for proper driving proce-
SSD0453 dure and are not designed to prevent
LANE CAMERA UNIT contact with vehicles or objects. When
MAINTENANCE changing lanes, always use the side and
rear mirrors and turn and look in the
The lane camera unit s 1 for the LDW/LDP sys- direction you will move to ensure it is
tem is located above the inside mirror. To keep safe to change lanes. Never rely solely
the proper operation of the LDW/ LDP systems on the BSW or BSI system.
and prevent a system malfunction, be sure to ● There is a limitation to the detection
observe the following: capability of the radar or the sonar. Not
● Always keep the windshield clean. every moving object or vehicle will be
detected. Using the BSW, BSI and BCI
● Do not attach a sticker (including transpar- systems under some road, ground, lane
ent material) or install an accessory near the marker, traffic or weather conditions
camera unit. could lead to improper system opera-
tion. Always rely on your own operation
to avoid accidents.
The BSI system operates above approximately The brightness of the BSW indicator light is
37 MPH (60 km/h). If the system detects a ve- adjusted automatically depending on the bright-
hicle in the detection zone and your vehicle is ness of the ambient light.
approaching the lane marker, the BSI system
A chime sounds if the radar sensors have already
provides an audible warning (three times),
detected vehicles when the driver activates the
flashes the Blind Spot Warning indicator light
turn signal. If a vehicle comes into the detection
and slightly applies the brakes for a short period
zone after the driver activates the turn signal, then
of time on one side to help return the vehicle back
only the BSW indicator light flashes and no
to the traveling lane. The BSI system provides an
chime sounds. For additional information, refer to
audible warning and turns on or flashes the Blind
“BSW/BSI driving situations” in this section.
Spot Warning indicator light even if the BSW
system is off. The BSW system automatically turns on every
time the engine is started, as long as it is acti-
vated using the settings menu on the vehicle
LSD2053 information display.
BSW indicator light
BSW SYSTEM OPERATION
If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the detec-
tion zone, the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indica-
tor light located by the outside mirrors illumi-
nates. If the turn signal is then activated, the
system chimes (twice) and the BSW indicator
light flashes. The BSW indicator light continues
to flash until the detected vehicles leave the
detection zone.
The BSW indicator light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position.
NOTE:
Warning and system application of the
brakes will only be activated if the Blind
Spot Warning indicator light is already illu-
minated when your vehicle approaches a
lane marker. If another vehicle comes into
the detection zone after your vehicle has
crossed a lane marker, no warning or brake
application will be activated. For additional
information, refer to “BSW/BSI driving
situations” in this section. The BSI system
is typically activated earlier than the Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP) system when
your vehicle is approaching a lane marker.
LSD2053 LSD2154
BSW/BSI system precautions – A vehicle which your vehicle over- – On roads where there are multiple
takes rapidly. For additional informa- parallel lane markers; lane markers
WARNING tion, refer to “BSW/BSI driving situ- that are faded or not painted clearly;
● The radar sensors may not be able to ations” in this section. yellow painted lane markers; non-
detect and activate BSW/BSI when cer- standard lane markers; lane markers
– A vehicle that passes through the de-
tain objects are present such as: covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
tection zone quickly.
– Pedestrians, bicycles, or animals. – On roads where discontinued lane
● The radar sensors detection zone is de-
markers are still detectable.
– Vehicles such as motorcycles, low signed based on a standard lane width.
height vehicles, or high ground clear- When driving in a wider lane, the radar – On roads where there are sharp
ance vehicles. sensors may not detect vehicles in an curves.
adjacent lane. When driving in a narrow
– Oncoming vehicles. – On roads where there are sharply
lane, the radar sensors may detect ve-
contrasting objects, such as shad-
– Vehicles remaining in the detection hicles driving two lanes away.
ows, snow, water, wheel ruts, seams
zone when you accelerate from a ● The radar sensors are designed to ig- or lines remaining after road repairs.
stop. For additional information, re- nore most stationary objects, however
fer to “BSW/BSI driving situations” – On roads where the traveling lane
objects such as guardrails, walls, foli-
in this section. merges or separates.
age and parked vehicles may occasion-
– A vehicle merging into an adjacent ally be detected. This is a normal driving – When the vehicle’s traveling direc-
lane at a speed approximately the condition. tion does not align with the lane
same as your vehicle. For additional markers.
● Severe weather or road spray condi-
information, refer to “BSW/BSI driv- tions may reduce the ability of the radar – When traveling close to the vehicle in
ing situations” in this section. to detect other vehicles. front of you, which obstructs the lane
– A vehicle approaching rapidly from camera unit detection range.
● The camera may not detect lane mark-
behind. For additional information, ers in the following situations and the – When rain, snow or dirt adheres to
refer to “BSW/BSI driving situa- BSI system may not operate properly. the windshield in front of a lane cam-
tions” in this section. era unit.
– When the headlights are not bright – When driving with a tire that is not
due to dirt on the lens or if aiming is within normal tire conditions (e.g.
not adjusted properly. tire wear, low tire pressure, installa-
tion of spare tire, tire chains, non-
– When strong light enters a lane cam-
standard wheels).
era unit. (For example: light directly
shines on the front of the vehicle at – When the vehicle is equipped with
sunrise or sunset.) non-original brake parts or suspen-
sion parts.
– When a sudden change in brightness
occurs. (For example: when the ve- ● Do not use the BSI systems when tow-
hicle enters or exits a tunnel or under ing a trailer.
a bridge.)
● Excessive noise (e.g. audio system vol-
● Do not use the BSI system under the ume, open vehicle window) will inter-
following conditions because the sys- fere with the chime sound, and it may SSD1026
tem may not function properly. not be heard.
Illustration 1 – Approaching from behind
– During bad weather (For example: BSW/BSI DRIVING SITUATIONS
rain, fog, snow, etc.)
– When driving on slippery roads, such Another vehicle approaching from
as on ice or snow, etc. behind
– When driving on winding or uneven Illustration 1: The Blind Spot Warning indicator
roads. light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection
zone from behind in an adjacent lane.
– When there is a lane closure due to
road repairs. However, if the overtaking vehicle is traveling much
faster than your vehicle, the indicator light may not
– When driving in a makeshift lane.
illuminate before the detected vehicle is beside
– When driving on roads where the your vehicle. Always use the side and rear mirrors
lane width is too narrow. and turn and look in the direction your vehicle will
move to ensure it is safe to change lanes.
SSD1036 LSD2050
Illustration 8 – Overtaking several vehicles Illustration 9 – Entering from the side
NOTE: Entering from the side
Illustration 8: When overtaking several ve- Illustration 9: The Blind Spot Warning indicator
hicles in a row, the vehicles after the first light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection
vehicle may not be detected if they are zone from either side.
traveling close together.
NOTE:
The radar sensors may not detect a vehicle
which is traveling at about the same speed
as your vehicle when it enters the detection
zone.
– When the ICC, DCA, FCW or IBA warn- ● There is a limitation to the detection
ings sound. capability of the radar or the sonar. Us-
– When the hazard warning flashers are ing the BCI systems under some road,
operated. ground, lane marker, traffic or weather
conditions could lead to improper sys-
– When driving on a curve at a high speed. tem operation. Always rely on your own
operation to avoid accidents.
BCI SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The BCI systems can help alert the driver of an
approaching vehicle or objects behind the ve-
hicle when the driver is backing out of a parking
space.
LSD2025 When the shift position is R (Reverse) and the
THE BACK-UP COLLISION vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 MPH
(8 km/h), the BCI system operates.
INTERVENTION (BCI) SYSTEM (if so
equipped)
WARNING
● The BCI system is not a replacement for
proper driving procedure, is not de-
signed to prevent contact with vehicles
or objects and does not provide full
brake power. When backing out of park-
ing space, always use the side and rear
mirrors and turn and look in the direc-
tion you will move. Never rely solely on
the BCI system.
LSD2026 LSD2042
The BCI system uses radar sensors s 1 installed If the radar detects a vehicle approaching from
on both sides near the rear bumper to detect an the side or the sonar detects close stationary
approaching vehicle and sonar sensors to detect objects behind the vehicle, the system gives vi-
objects in the rear. sual and audible warnings. If the driver does not
apply the brakes, the system automatically ap-
The radar sensors s 1 detect an approaching
plies the brake for a moment when the vehicle is
vehicle from up to approximately 49 ft. (15 m)
moving backwards. After the automatic brake
away. The sonar sensors s 2 detect stationary
application, the driver must depress the brake
objects behind the vehicle up to approximately
pedal to maintain brake pressure. If the driver’s
4.9 ft (1.5 m) s
3 .
foot is on the accelerator pedal, the system
pushes the accelerator upward before applying
the brake. If you continue to press the accelera-
tor, the system will not engage the brake.
WARNING
● Always check surroundings and turn to
check what is behind you before back-
ing up. The radar sensors detect ap-
proaching (moving) vehicles. The radar
sensors cannot detect every object such
as:
– Pedestrians, bicycles, motorcycles,
animals or child operated toy
vehicles
– A vehicle that passing at speeds
greater than approximately 24 km/h
(15 MPH)
● The radar sensors may not detect ap-
proaching vehicles in certain situations:
– Illustration A: When a vehicle parked
next to you obstructs the beam of the
radar sensor.
– Illustration B: When the vehicle is
parked in an angled parking space.
LSD2173
– Illustration C: When the vehicle is
BCI SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS parked on inclined ground.
– Illustration D: When an approaching
vehicle turns into your vehicle’s park-
ing lot aisle.
– Illustration E: When the angle – Thin objects such as rope, wire and BCI SYSTEM OPERATION
formed by your vehicle and ap- chain, etc. When the shift lever is placed in R (Reverse)
proaching vehicle is small. position, the BCI ON appears in the vehicle infor-
● The brake engagement by the BCI sys-
● The following conditions may reduce tem is not as effective on a slope as it is mation display.
the ability of the radar to detect other on flat ground. When on a steep slope
vehicles: the system may not function properly.
– Severe weather ● Do not use the BCI system under the
following conditions because the sys-
– Road spray
tem may not function properly.
– Ice build up on the vehicle
– When driving with a tire that is not
– Frost up on the vehicle within normal tire conditions (e.g.
– Dirt up on the vehicle tire wear, low tire pressure, installa-
tion of spare tire, tire chains, non-
● Do not attach stickers (including trans- standard wheels).
parent material), install accessories or
apply additional paint near the radar – When the vehicle is equipped with
sensors. These conditions may reduce non-original brake parts or suspen-
the ability of the radar to detect other sion parts.
vehicles. ● Do not use the BCI systems when tow-
● The sonar sensors detect stationary ob- ing a trailer.
jects behind the vehicle. The sonar sen- ● Excessive noise (e.g. audio system vol-
sor may not detect: ume, open vehicle window) will inter-
– Small or moving objects fere with the chime sound, and it may
not be heard.
– Wedge-shaped objects
– Object close to the bumper (less than
approximately 30 cm (1 ft.))
CRUISE CONTROL
● The SET indicator may sometimes blink To set cruising speed, accelerate the vehicle to ● you depress the brake pedal while pushing
when the cruise control main switch is the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch the ACCEL/RES or SET/COAST switch.
turned ON while pushing the ACCEL/RES, and release it. The SET indicator light in the The preset speed is deleted from memory.
COAST/SET or CANCEL switch. To prop- vehicle information display will illuminate. Take
erly set the cruise control system, perform ● the vehicle slows down more than 8 MPH
your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle
the steps below. (13 km/h) below the set speed.
maintains the set speed.
● you move the shift lever to N (Neutral).
WARNING ● To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-
celerator pedal. When you release the To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of
Do not use the cruise control when driving pedal, the vehicle returns to the previously the following three methods:
under the following conditions: set speed.
● Depress the accelerator pedal. When the
● when it is not possible to keep the ve- ● The vehicle may not maintain the set speed vehicle attains the desired speed, push and
hicle at a set speed
when going up or down steep hills. If this release the COAST/SET switch.
● in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in happens, drive without the cruise control.
speed ● Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch.
To cancel the preset speed, use one of the When the vehicle attains the speed you de-
● on winding or hilly roads following three methods: sire, release the switch.
● on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.) ● Push the CANCEL button; the SET indicator ● Push and release the ACCEL/RES switch.
● in very windy areas light in the vehicle information display goes Each time you do this, the set speed in-
out. creases by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident. ● Tap the brake pedal; the SET indicator light To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
goes out. of the following three methods:
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS
● Push the ON·OFF switch off. Both the ● Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-
The cruise control allows driving at a speed be- CRUISE indicator light and SET indicator hicle attains the desired speed, push the
tween 25 - 89 MPH (40 - 144 km/h) without light in the vehicle information display go out. COAST/SET switch and release it.
keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is automatically canceled and ● Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Re-
To turn on the cruise control, push the
the SET light in the vehicle information display lease the switch when the vehicle slows to
ON·OFF switch on. The CRUISE indicator light in
the vehicle information display will illuminate. goes out if: the desired speed.
VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE
CONTROL MODE
In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode,
the ICC system automatically maintains a se-
lected distance from the vehicle traveling in front
of you according to that vehicle’s speed (up to
LSD2118
the set speed), or at the set speed when the road
1. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode Once a control mode is activated, it cannot be ahead is clear.
changed to the other cruise control mode. To
2. Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control With ICC, the driver can maintain the same
change the mode, push the CRUISE ON/OFF
mode speed as other vehicles without the constant
switch once to turn the system off. Then push the
need to adjust the set speed as you would with a
Push the CRUISE ON/OFF switch s A to choose CRUISE ON/OFF switch again to turn the sys-
normal cruise control system.
the cruise control mode between the vehicle-to- tem back on and select the desired cruise control
vehicle distance control mode s 1 and the con- mode.
ventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode s
2 .
Always confirm the setting in the ICC system
To choose the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control display.
mode s 1 , quickly push and release the CRUISE
For the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode,
ON/OFF switch s A . To choose the conventional
see the following description. For the conven-
(fixed speed) cruise control mode s 2 , push and
tional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, refer to
hold the CRUISE ON/OFF switch s A for longer
“Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode”
than approximately 1.5 seconds.
in this section.
5-54 Starting and driving
sensor cannot detect the reflection from the ve- necessary and if the vehicle ahead comes to a ● When there are no vehicles traveling ahead,
hicle ahead, the ICC system may not maintain the stop, the vehicle decelerates to a standstill. How- the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
selected distance. ever, the ICC system can only apply up to 40% of mode maintains the speed set by the driver.
the vehicles total braking power. This system The set speed can be selected by the driver
The following are some conditions in which the between 32 to 144 km/h (20 to 89 MPH) for
should only be used when traffic conditions allow
sensor cannot detect the signals: Mexico or 32 to 189 km/h (20 to 117 MPH)
vehicle speeds to remain fairly constant or when
● When snow or road spray from traveling vehicle speeds change gradually. If a vehicle for Gulf Coast Countries.
vehicles reduces the sensor’s visibility moves into the traveling lane ahead or if a vehicle ● When there is a vehicle traveling ahead, the
traveling ahead rapidly decelerates, the distance vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
● When excessively heavy baggage is loaded
between vehicles may become closer because adjusts the speed to maintain the distance,
in the rear seat or the luggage room of your
the ICC system cannot decelerate the vehicle selected by driver, from the vehicle ahead.
vehicle
quickly enough. If this occurs, the ICC system will The adjusting speed range is up to the set
The ICC system is designed to automatically sound a warning chime and blink the system speed. If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop,
check the sensor’s operation within the limitation display to notify the driver to take necessary the vehicle decelerates to a standstill within
of the system. When the front bumper area action. the limitations of the system. The system will
around the distance sensor is obstructed, the cancel once it judges a standstill with a
The system will cancel and a warning chime will warning chime.
system will automatically cancel. If the front bum-
sound if the speed is below approximately
per area around the distance sensor is covered ● When the vehicle traveling ahead has moved
24 km/h (15 MPH) and a vehicle is not detected
with ice, a transparent or translucent vinyl bag, out from its lane of travel, the vehicle-to-
etc., the ICC system may not detect them. In ahead. The system will also disengage when the
vehicle distance control mode accelerates
these instances, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance vehicle goes above the maximum set speed.
and maintains vehicle speed up to the set
control mode may not cancel and may not be able For additional information, refer to “Approach speed.
to maintain the selected following distance from warning” in this section.
the vehicle ahead. Be sure to check and clean the The ICC system does not control vehicle speed
front bumper area around the distance sensor The following items are controlled in the vehicle- or warn you when you approach stationary and
regularly. to-vehicle distance control mode: slow moving vehicles. You must pay attention to
vehicle operation to maintain proper distance
The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is from vehicles ahead when approaching toll gates
designed to maintain a selected distance and or traffic congestion.
reduce the speed to match the slower vehicle
ahead. The system will decelerate the vehicle as
Starting and driving 5-57
SSD0252
The detection zone of the ICC sensor is limited. A manually control the proper distance away
vehicle ahead must be in the detection zone for from the vehicle traveling ahead.
the vehicle-to-vehicle distance detection mode
to maintain the selected distance from the vehicle
ahead.
A vehicle ahead may move outside of the detec-
tion zone due to its position within the same lane
of travel. Motorcycles may not be detected in the
same lane ahead if they are traveling offset from
the centerline of the lane. A vehicle that is enter-
ing the lane ahead may not be detected until the
vehicle has completely moved into the lane. If
this occurs, the ICC system may warn you
by blinking the system indicator and
sounding the chime. The driver may have to
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SSD0253 SSD0254
When driving on some roads, such as winding, have to manually control the proper dis- When driving on the freeway at a set speed and
hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are tance away from the vehicle traveling approaching a slower traveling vehicle ahead, the
under construction, the ICC sensor may detect ahead. ICC will adjust the speed to maintain the dis-
vehicles in a different lane, or may temporarily not tance, selected by the driver, from the vehicle
detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may cause ahead. If the vehicle ahead changes lanes or exits
the ICC system to decelerate or accelerate the the freeway, the ICC system will accelerate and
vehicle. maintain the speed up to the set speed. Pay
attention to the driving operation to maintain con-
The detection of vehicles may also be affected by trol of the vehicle as it accelerates to the set
vehicle operation (steering maneuver or traveling speed.
position in the lane, etc.) or vehicle condition. If
The vehicle may not maintain the set speed on
this occurs, the ICC system may warn you winding or hilly roads. If this occurs, you will have
by blinking the system indicator and to manually control the vehicle speed.
sounding the chime unexpectedly. You will
3. CANCEL switch:
Deactivates the system without erasing the
set speed.
4. DISTANCE switch:
Changes the vehicle’s following distance:
● Long
● Middle
● Short
5. CRUISE ON/OFF switch:
Master switch to activate the system.
LSD2056 LSD2119
ICC switch ICC system display and indicators
The system is operated by the CRUISE ON/OFF The display is located between the speedometer
switch and four control switches, all mounted on and tachometer.
the steering wheel.
1. CRUISE ON/OFF switch indicator:
1. ACCEL/RES switch:
Indicates that the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
Resumes set speed or increases speed in- is ON.
crementally.
2. Vehicle ahead detection indicator:
2. COAST/SET switch:
Indicates whether it detects a vehicle in front
Sets desired cruise speed or reduces speed of you.
incrementally.
3. Set distance indicator:
Displays the selected distance between ve-
hicles set with the distance switch.
5-60 Starting and driving
LSD2120 LSD2125
Operating vehicle-to-vehicle distance To set cruising speed, accelerate your vehicle
control mode to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET
switch and release it. (Vehicle ahead detection
To turn on the cruise control, quickly push indicator, set distance indicator and set vehicle
and release the CRUISE ON/OFF switch s A on.
speed indicator s B will come on.) Take your foot
The cruise indicator light, set distance indicator off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will main-
and set vehicle speed indicator come on in a tain the set speed.
standby state for setting.
When the COAST/SET switch is pushed under
the following conditions, the system cannot be
set and the ICC indicators will flash for a period of
time:
● When traveling below 20 MPH (32 km/h)
and the vehicle ahead is not detected
● When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive) or ● When a wheel is slipping (To use the ICC
Manual mode system, make sure the wheels are no longer
slipping. Push the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
● When the parking brake is applied to turn off the ICC, and reset the ICC system
● When the brakes are operated by the driver by pushing the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
again.)
When the COAST/SET switch is pushed under
the following conditions, the system cannot be
set.
A warning chime will sound and a message will
pop up.
● When the SNOW mode switch is ON (To
use the ICC system, turn off the SNOW
mode switch, push the CRUISE ON/OFF LSD2122
switch to turn off the ICC and reset the ICC
switch by pressing the CRUISE ON/OFF 1. System set display with vehicle ahead
switch again.) For additional information 2. System set display without vehicle ahead
about the SNOW mode switch, refer to
“Snow mode” in this section.
● When the VDC system is off (To use the ICC
system, turn on the VDC system. Push the
CRUISE ON/OFF switch to turn off the ICC
system and reset the ICC switch by pushing
the CRUISE ON/OFF switch again.)
For additional information about the VDC
system, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in this section.
● When ABS or VDC (including the TCS) is
operating
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How to change the set vehicle speed To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following methods:
To cancel the preset speed, use any of these
methods: ● Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-
hicle attains the desired speed, push the
● Push the CANCEL switch. The set vehicle COAST/SET switch and release it.
speed indicator will go out.
● Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. The
● Tap the brake pedal. The set vehicle speed set vehicle speed will decrease by approxi-
indicator will go out. mately 5 MPH (5 km/h for Canada).
● Turn the CRUISE ON/OFF switch off. The ● Push, then quickly release the COAST/ SET
ICC indicators will go out. switch. Each time you do this, the set speed
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of will decrease by approximately 1 MPH
the following methods: (1 km/h for Canada).
● Depress the accelerator pedal. When the To resume the preset speed, push and re- LSD2061
vehicle attains the desired speed, push and lease the ACCEL/RES switch. The vehicle will
resume the last set cruising speed when the
How to change the set distance to the
release the COAST/SET switch.
vehicle speed is over 20 MPH (32 km/h). vehicle ahead
● Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch. The
The distance to the vehicle ahead can be se-
set vehicle speed will increase by approxi-
lected at any time depending on the traffic con-
mately 5 MPH (5 km/h for Canada).
ditions.
● Push, then quickly release the ACCEL/RES
Each time the distance switch s A is pushed, the
switch. Each time you do this, the set speed
set distance will change to long, average, short
will increase by approximately 1 MPH
and back to long again, in that sequence.
(1 km/h for Canada).
Approach warning
If your vehicle comes closer to the vehicle ahead
due to rapid deceleration of that vehicle or if
another vehicle cuts in, the system warns the
driver with the chime and ICC system display.
Decelerate by depressing the brake pedal to
maintain a safe vehicle distance if:
● The chime sounds.
● The vehicle ahead detection indicator blinks
in orange.
The warning chime may not sound in some cases
when there is a short distance between vehicles.
LSD2124 Some examples are: SSD0284A
Distance Approximate distance at ● When the vehicles are traveling at the same NOTE:
60 MPH (100 km/h) [ft (m)] speed and the distance between vehicles is The approach warning chime may sound
1. Long 180 (55) not changing and the system display may blink when the
● When the vehicle ahead is traveling faster ICC sensor detects objects on the side of
2. Average 130 (40)
and the distance between vehicles is in- the vehicle s A or on the side of the road s
A.
3. Short 80 (25) This may cause the ICC system to deceler-
creasing
● The distance to the vehicle ahead will ate or accelerate the vehicle. The ICC sen-
● When a vehicle cuts in near your vehicle sor may detect these objects when the ve-
change according to the vehicle speed. The
higher the vehicle speed, the longer the dis- The warning chime will not sound when: hicle is driven on winding roads, narrow
tance. roads, hilly roads, or when entering or exit-
● The vehicle approaches other vehicles that ing a curve. In these cases you will have to
● If the engine is stopped, the set distance are parked or moving slowly. manually control the proper distance
becomes “long”. (Each time the engine is ahead of your vehicle.
● The accelerator pedal is depressed, overrid-
started, the initial setting becomes “long”.)
ing the system.
Also, the sensor sensitivity can be affected by ● When distance measurement becomes im-
vehicle operation (steering maneuver or driving paired due to adhesion of dirt or obstruction
position in the lane) or traffic or vehicle condition to the sensor area
(for example, if a vehicle is being driven with some ● When a wheel slips
damage).
Automatic cancellation
A chime sounds under the following conditions
and the control is automatically canceled.
● When the vehicle ahead is not detected and
your vehicle is traveling below the speed of
15 MPH (24 km/h)
● When the system judges the vehicle is at LSD2063
standstill
Warning light and display
● When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive) or
Manual mode Condition A:
● When the parking brake is applied Under the following conditions, the ICC system is
automatically canceled. The chime will sound and
● When the SNOW mode switch is turned the system will not be able to be set.
ON
● When the VDC system is turned off
● When the VDC system is turned off ● When the VDC or ABS (including the TCS)
● When ABS or VDC (including the TCS) operates
operates ● When a tire slips
● When the radar signal is temporarily inter- ● When the SNOW mode switch is turned
rupted ON
Action to take:
When the conditions listed above are no longer
present, turn the system off using the ICC
CRUISE ON/OFF switch. Turn the ICC system
back on to use the system.
Condition B:
When the sensor area of the front bumper is dirty
making it impossible to detect a vehicle ahead,
the ICC system is automatically canceled.
The chime sounds and the system warning light
(orange) will come on and the “Sensor Blocked”
indicator will appear.
LSD2174 LSD2175
Action to take: Action to take:
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a
safe place, turn the engine off. When the radar safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the engine,
signal is temporarily interrupted, clean the sensor resume driving and set the ICC system again.
area of the front bumper and perform the settings
If it is not possible to set the system or the
again.
indicator stays on, it may indicate that the
Condition C: system is malfunctioning. Although the ve-
hicle is still driveable under normal condi-
When the ICC system is not operating properly,
tions, have the vehicle checked at an
the chime sounds and the system warning light
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(orange) will come on.
● Do not attach metallic objects near the sen- ● Do not use the conventional (fixed
sor area (brush guard, etc.) This could cause speed) cruise control mode when driv-
failure or malfunction. ing under the following conditions:
● Do not alter, remove, or paint the front bum- – when it is not possible to keep the
per. Before customizing or restoring the vehicle at a set speed
front bumper, please contact an INFINITI
– in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies
retailer.
in speed
CONVENTIONAL (fixed speed) – on winding or hilly roads
CRUISE CONTROL MODE – on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,
This mode allows driving at a speed between 25 etc.)
to 90 MPH (40 to 144 km/h) without keeping – in very windy areas
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
LSD2098 ● Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.
Sensor maintenance WARNING
The sensor for the ICC system s
A is located ● In the conventional (fixed speed) cruise
behind the front bumper. control mode, a warning chime does not
sound to warn you if you are too close
To keep the ICC system operating properly, be to the vehicle ahead, as neither the
sure to observe the following: presence of the vehicle ahead nor the
● Always keep the sensor area of the front vehicle-to-vehicle distance is detected.
bumper clean. ● Pay special attention to the distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle
● Do not strike or damage the areas around ahead of you or a collision could occur.
the sensor.
● Always confirm the setting in the Intel-
● Do not cover or attach stickers or similar ligent Cruise Control system display.
objects on the front bumper near the sensor
area. This could cause failure or malfunction.
4. CANCEL switch:
Deactivates the system without erasing the
set speed.
LSD2064 LSD2075
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control switch control mode display and indicators
1. ACCEL/RES switch: The display is located between the speedometer
and tachometer.
Resumes set speed or increases speed in-
crementally. 1. CRUISE ON/OFF switch indicator:
2. COAST/SET switch: Indicates that the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
is ON.
Sets the desired cruise speed, reduces
speed incrementally. 2. Cruise set switch indicator:
3. CRUISE ON/OFF switch: Displays while the vehicle speed is con-
trolled by the conventional (fixed speed)
Master switch to activate the system.
cruise control mode of the ICC system.
3. Cruise system warning light: speed. Pushing the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
again will turn the system completely off.
Comes on if there is a malfunction in the
cruise control system. When the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position, the system is also automatically turned
off. To use the ICC again, quickly push and re-
lease the CRUISE ON/OFF switch (vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control mode) or push and hold
it (conventional cruise control mode) again to turn
it on.
When the Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
is on, the conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-
trol mode cannot be turned on even though the
CRUISE ON/OFF switch is pushed and held.
LSD2076
To turn on the conventional (fixed speed) cruise
Operating conventional (fixed speed) control mode, turn off the DCA system. For addi-
cruise control mode tional information, refer to “Distance Control As-
sist (DCA) system” in this section.
To turn on the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, push and hold the CAUTION
CRUISE ON/OFF switch s A for longer than
To avoid accidentally engaging cruise con-
about 1.5 seconds. trol, make sure to turn the ON/OFF switch
When pushing the CRUISE ON/OFF switch on, off when not using the Intelligent Cruise
the ICC system display and the CRUISE indica- Control.
tor are displayed in the vehicle information dis-
play. After you hold the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
on for longer than about 1.5 seconds, the ICC
system display goes out. The CRUISE indicator
stays lit. You can now set your desired cruising
To cancel the preset speed, use any of the 2. Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Re-
following three methods: lease the switch when the vehicle slows
down to the desired speed.
1. Push the CANCEL button. The SET indica-
tor will go out. 3. Push, then quickly release the COAST/SET
switch. Each time you do this, the set speed
2. Tap the brake pedal. The SET indicator will will decrease by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).
go out.
To resume the preset speed, push and re-
3. Turn the CRUISE ON/OFF switch off. Both lease the ACCEL/RES switch. The vehicle will
the CRUISE indicator and SET indicator will resume the last set cruising speed when the
go out. vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40 km/h).
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of Automatic cancellation
the following three methods:
Under the following conditions, a chime will
LSD2066 1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the sound and the system control is automatically
To set cruising speed, accelerate your vehicle vehicle attains the desired speed, push and canceled:
to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET release the COAST/SET switch.
● When the vehicle slows down more than
switch and release it. (The SET indicator will 2. Push and hold the ACCEL/RES set switch. 8 MPH (13 km/h) below the set speed
come on in the display.) Take your foot off the When the vehicle attains the speed you de-
accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will maintain the ● When the vehicle speed falls below approxi-
sire, release the switch. mately 20 MPH (32 km/h)
set speed.
3. Push, then quickly release the ACCEL/ RES ● When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive) or
● To pass another vehicle, depress the ac- switch. Each time you do this, the set speed Manual mode
celerator pedal. When you release the will increase by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).
pedal, the vehicle will return to the previously ● When the parking brake is applied
set speed. To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods: ● When the VDC (including the TCS) oper-
● The vehicle may not maintain the set speed ates
when going up or down steep hills. If this 1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-
● When a wheel slips
happens, manually maintain vehicle speed. hicle attains the desired speed, push the
COAST/SET switch and release it.
If it is not possible to set or the indicator The Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
stays on, it may indicate that the system is brakes and moves the accelerator pedal upward
malfunctioning. Although the vehicle is still according to the distance from and the relative
driveable under normal conditions, have speed of the vehicle ahead to help assist the
the vehicle checked at an INFINITI retailer. driver to maintain a following distance.
PREVIEW FUNCTION (for ICC
WARNING
system equipped models)
● DCA helps maintain a distance to the
The ICC system with the Preview Function iden- vehicle in front under certain condi-
tifies the need to apply emergency braking by tions. It is not a collision avoidance sys-
sensing the vehicle ahead in the same lane and tem. Failure to apply the brakes could
the distance to the vehicle ahead and relative result in an accident.
speed from it. It applies the brake pre-pressure
before the driver depresses the brake pedal and ● Always drive carefully and attentively
LSD2067 helps improve brake response by reducing pedal when using the DCA system. Read and
Warning light free play. understand the Owner’s Manual thor-
oughly before using the DCA system.
When the system is not operating properly, the For additional information, refer to “Brake assist” Do not use the Distance Control Assist
chime sounds and the system warning light (or- in this section. system except in appropriate road and
ange) will come on. traffic conditions.
Action to take: ● If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the
vehicle decelerates to a standstill
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a
within the limitations of the system. The
safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the engine,
system will cancel once it judges that
resume driving and then perform the setting
the vehicle has come to a standstill with
again.
a warning chime. To prevent the vehicle
from moving, the driver must depress
the brake pedal.
● The DCA system will not apply brake The detection range of the sensor is approxi-
control while the driver’s foot is on the mately 490 ft (150 m) ahead.
accelerator pedal.
WARNING
● This system is only an aid to assist the
driver and is not a collision warning or
avoidance device. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely
and be in control of the vehicle at all
times.
● This system will not adapt automatically
to road conditions.
The distance sensor will not detect the following
LSD2098
objects:
PRECAUTIONS ON DCA SYSTEM ● Stationary and slow moving vehicles
The system is intended to assist the driver to ● Pedestrians or objects in the roadway
keep a following distance from the vehicle ahead
traveling in the same lane and direction. ● Oncoming vehicles in the same lane
The distance sensor is located behind the front ● Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel lane
bumper s A . If the distance sensor s
A detects a
slower moving vehicle ahead, the system will
reduce the vehicle speed to help assist the driver
to maintain a following distance.
The system automatically controls the throttle
and applies the brakes (up to 40% of vehicle
braking power) if necessary.
The following are some conditions in which the The DCA system is designed to help assist the
sensor cannot detect the signals: driver to maintain a following distance from the
vehicle ahead. The system will decelerate as nec-
● When the reflector of the vehicle ahead is
essary and if the vehicle ahead comes to a stop,
covered with dirt, snow and road spray
the vehicle decelerates to a standstill. However,
● When dense exhaust or other smoke (black the DCA system can only apply up to 40% of the
smoke) from vehicles reduces the sensor’s vehicle’s total braking power. If a vehicle moves
detection into the traveling lane ahead or if a vehicle travel-
ing ahead rapidly decelerates, the distance be-
● When excessively heavy baggage is loaded tween vehicles may become closer because the
in the rear seat or the luggage room of your DCA system cannot decelerate the vehicle
vehicle quickly enough. If this occurs, the DCA system
The DCA system is designed to automatically will sound a warning chime and blink the system
check the sensor’s operation. When the front display to notify the driver to take necessary
bumper area around the distance sensor is cov- action.
ered with dirt or is obstructed, the system will For additional information, refer to “Approach
automatically cancel. If the front bumper area of warning” in this section.
the distance sensor is covered with ice, a trans-
parent or translucent vinyl bag, etc., the DCA This system only brakes and moves the accelera-
system may not detect them. In these instances, tor pedal upward to help assist the driver to
the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode may maintain a following distance from the vehicle
not cancel and may not be able to maintain the ahead. Acceleration should be operated by the
selected following distance from the vehicle driver.
ahead. Be sure to check and clean the front
The DCA system does not control vehicle speed
bumper area around the distance sensor regu-
or warn you when you approach stationary and
larly.
slow moving vehicles. You must pay attention to
vehicle operation to maintain proper distance
from vehicles ahead.
SSD0252
DCA Detection Zone
The detection zone of the sensor is limited. A control the proper distance away from ve-
vehicle ahead must be in the detection zone for hicle traveling ahead.
the system to operate.
A vehicle ahead may move outside of the detec-
tion zone due to its position within the same lane
of travel. Motorcycles may not be detected in the
same lane ahead if they are traveling offset from
the centerline of the lane. A vehicle that is enter-
ing the lane ahead may not be detected until the
vehicle has completely moved into the lane. If
this occurs, the system may warn you by
blinking the system indicator and sounding
the chime. The driver may have to manually
SSD0253 LSD2068
DCA Detection Zones On Winding Roads DCA Indicators
When driving on some roads, such as winding, DCA system display and indicators
hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are
under construction, the sensor may detect ve- The display is located between the speedometer
hicles in a different lane, or may temporarily not and tachometer.
detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may cause 1. DCA system switch indicator:
the system to work inappropriately.
Indicates that the dynamic driver assistance
The detection of vehicles may also be affected by switch is ON.
vehicle operation (steering maneuver or traveling
position in the lane, etc.) or vehicle condition. If
this occurs, the system may warn you by
blinking the system indicator and sounding
the chime unexpectedly. You will have to
manually control the proper distance away
from the vehicle traveling ahead.
For additional information on LDP and BSI, refer When the Conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-
to “Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane trol mode is operating, the DCA system will not
Departure Prevention (LDP) system (if so operate. (To use the DCA system, turn the Con-
equipped)” and “Blind Spot Warning ventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode off,
(BSW)/Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI) systems” then push the dynamic driver assistance switch.)
in this section.
For additional information about the Conventional
Under the following conditions, the DCA system (fixed speed) cruise control mode, refer to “Intel-
will not operate and the DCA cancellation mes- ligent Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full speed
sage will pop up: range)” in this section.
● When the SNOW mode switch is ON (To When the engine is turned off, the system is
use the DCA system, turn off the SNOW automatically turned off.
mode switch, then turn on the dynamic driver
assistance switch.)
LSD2126
For additional information about the SNOW
mode switch, refer to “Snow mode” in this s
1 System set display with vehicle ahead
section.
s
2 System set display without vehicle ahead
● When the VDC system is off (To use the
DCA system, turn on the VDC, then push the
dynamic driver assistance switch.)
For additional information about the VDC
system, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” in this section.
● When ABS or VDC (including the TCS) is
operating
System operation ● If the driver’s foot is on the accelerator pedal, ● If the vehicle ahead comes to a stand-
the system moves the accelerator pedal up- still, the vehicle decelerates to a stand-
WARNING ward to assist the driver to release the ac- still within the limitations of the system.
The Distance Control Assist system auto- celerator pedal. The system will release brake control
matically decelerates your vehicle to help When brake operation by driver is required: with a warning chime once it judges the
assist the driver to maintain a following vehicle is at a standstill. To prevent the
distance from the vehicle ahead. Manually The system alerts the driver by a warning chime vehicle from moving, the driver must
brake when deceleration is required to and blinking the vehicle ahead detection indica- depress the brake pedal. (The system
maintain a safe distance upon sudden tor. If the driver’s foot is on the accelerator pedal will resume control automatically once
braking by the vehicle ahead or when a after the warning, the system moves the accel- the system reaches 3 MPH (5 km/h)).
vehicle suddenly appears in front of you. erator pedal upward to assist the driver to switch
Overriding the system:
Always stay alert when using the DCA to the brake pedal.
system. The following driver’s operations override the
The stoplights of the vehicle come on when system operation.
The DCA system helps assist the driver to keep a braking is performed by the DCA system.
following distance to the vehicle ahead by brak- ● When the driver depresses the accelerator
When the brake operates, a noise may be pedal even further while the system is mov-
ing and moving the accelerator pedal upward in heard. This is not a malfunction.
the normal driving condition. ing the accelerator pedal upward, the DCA
system control of the accelerator pedal is
When a vehicle is detected ahead: WARNING canceled.
The vehicle ahead detection indicator comes on. ● When the vehicle ahead detection indi- ● When the driver’s foot is on the accelerator
cator light is not illuminated, the system pedal, the brake control by the system is not
When vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead: will not control or warn the driver. operated.
● If the driver’s foot is not on the accelerator ● Depending on the position of the accel- ● When the driver’s foot is on the brake pedal,
pedal, the system activates the brakes to erator pedal, the system may not be neither the brake control nor the alert by the
decelerate smoothly as necessary. If the ve- able to assist the driver to release the system operates.
hicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicle accelerator pedal appropriately.
decelerates to a standstill within the limita- ● When the ICC system is set, the DCA sys-
tions of the system. tem will be cancelled.
Condition B:
When the sensor area of the front bumper is dirty,
making it impossible to detect a vehicle ahead,
the DCA system is automatically canceled.
The chime sounds and the system warning light
(orange) will come on and the “Sensor Blocked”
indicator will appear.
Action to take:
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a
safe place, turn the engine off. Clean the sensor
area of the bumper and then perform the settings
again.
LSD2080 LSD2081
● When the VDC system is turned off DCA warning light (orange)
Condition C:
● When the VDC or ABS (including the TCS)
operates When the DCA system is not operating properly,
the chime sounds and the system warning light
● When the SNOW mode switch is turned
(“DCA” orange) will come on.
ON
Action to take:
Action to take:
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a
When the conditions listed above are no longer
safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the engine,
present, turn the system off with the dynamic
and turn on the DCA system again.
driver assistance switch. Turn the DCA system
back on to use the system.
If it is not possible to set the system or the The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system
indicator stays on, it may indicate that the will warn the driver by a warning light and chime
system is malfunctioning. Although the ve- when your vehicle is getting close to the vehicle
hicle is still driveable under normal condi- ahead in the traveling lane.
tions, have the vehicle checked at an
The FCW system will function when your vehicle
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is driven at speeds of approximately 10 MPH
Sensor maintenance (15 km/h) and above.
How to handle the sensor:
The sensor for the DCA system is common with
ICC and is located behind the front bumper.
To handle the sensor, refer to “Intelligent Cruise
Control (ICC) system (Full speed range)” in this
section. LSD2098
The FCW system uses the distance sensor s A
located behind the front bumper to measure the
distance to the vehicle ahead. When the system
judges that your vehicle is getting close to the
vehicle ahead in the travel lane, the vehicle ahead
detection indicator light on the instrument panel
blinks and a warning chime sounds.
The FCW system can be turned on/off by push-
ing the warning systems switch. The warning
systems ON indicator light s1 on the switch will
illuminate when the system is ON.
– When snow or road spray from trav- ● The system may not function when the If the system cancels and a message appears
eling vehicles is splashed. distance to the vehicle ahead is ex- with a beep sound, pull off the road to a safe
tremely close. location, stop the vehicle and turn the engine off.
– When excessively heavy baggage is
loaded in the rear seat or the luggage ● The system is designed to automatically Check to see if the sensor area of the front
room of your vehicle. check the sensor’s functionality. If the bumper is blocked. If the sensor area of the front
sensor area of the front bumper is cov- bumper is blocked, remove the object blocking
– When abruptly accelerating or and restart the engine.
ered with ice, a transparent or translu-
decelerating.
cent bag, etc., the system may not de- If the sensor is malfunctioning, have the system
– On a steep downhill slope or on tect them. In these instances, the checked by an INFINITI retailer.
roads with sharp curves. system may not be able to warn the
– When there is a highly reflective ob- driver properly. Be sure to check and
ject near the vehicle ahead (for ex- clean the sensor area of the front bum-
ample, being very close to another per regularly.
vehicle, signboard, etc.) ● Excessive noise will interfere with the
– When you are towing a trailer. warning chime sound, and the chime
may not be heard.
● Depending on certain road conditions
(curved or beginning of a curve), vehicle ● A sudden appearance of a vehicle in
conditions (steering position or vehicle front (for example, it abruptly cuts in)
position), or the preceding vehicle’s may not be detected and the system
conditions (position in lane, etc.), the may not warn the driver soon enough.
system may not function properly. The ● The system will be cancelled automati-
system may detect highly reflective ob- cally with a beep sound and a message
jects such as signs and other stationary will pop up under the following
objects on the road or near the traveling conditions:
lane and provide unnecessary warning.
– When the sensor area of the front
● The system may not function in offset bumper is dirty
conditions.
– When the system malfunctions
Warning (LDW) and the Blind Spot Warning 3. To set the DCA system to on or off, use
(BSW) systems are deactivated. the buttons to navigate in the menu
and use the ENTER button to select or
When the warning systems switch is pushed, the
change an item:
LDW and BSW system will also turn on or off
simultaneously. For additional information, refer ● Select “Forward” and press the ENTER
to “Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane button.
Departure Prevention (LDP) system” and “Blind – To turn on the warning, use the ENTER
Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot Intervention button to check box for “Warning (FCW)”
(BSI)/Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) sys-
tems” in this section. – To turn on the system, use the ENTER
button to check box for “Assistance
For the sensor maintenance, refer to “Intelligent (DCA)”
Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full speed range)”
LSD2015
in this section.
Warning systems switch How to enable/disable the FCW
FCW SYSTEM OPERATION system
The FCW system is active at speeds of approxi- Perform the following steps to enable or disable
mately 10 MPH (15 km/h) and above, when the the FCW system.
system turns on.
1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-
The warning systems switch is used to turn on plays in the vehicle information display. Use
and off the FCW system when it is activated
the button to select “Driver Assis-
using the settings menu on the information dis-
tance”. Then press the ENTER button.
play. For additional information, refer to “How to
enable/disable the FCW system” using the set- 2. Select “Driver Aids”, and press the ENTER
tings menu in this section. button.
When the warning systems switch is turned off,
the indicator s
1 on the switch is off. The indicator
will also be off if the FCW, the Lane Departure
5-86 Starting and driving
– Oncoming vehicles in the same lane – When there is a highly reflective ob-
ject near the vehicle ahead (for ex-
● The sensor generally detects the sig-
ample, being very close to another
nals returned from the vehicle ahead.
vehicle, signboard, etc.)
Therefore, the system may not function
properly under the following – When you are towing a trailer.
conditions:
● Depending on certain road conditions
– When the sensor area of the front (curved or beginning of a curve), vehicle
bumper gets dirty and it is impos- conditions (steering position or vehicle
sible to detect the distance from the position), or the preceding vehicle’s
vehicle ahead. conditions (position in lane, etc.), the
system may not function properly. The
– When radar signal is temporarily
system may detect objects such as
interrupted.
signs and other stationary objects on
– When visibility is low (such as rain, the road or near the traveling lane and
fog, snow, etc.). provide unnecessary warning.
– When snow or road spray from trav- ● The system may not function in offset
eling vehicles is splashed. conditions.
– When excessively heavy baggage is
loaded in the rear seat or the luggage
room of your vehicle.
– When abruptly accelerating or
decelerating.
– On a steep downhill slope or on
roads with sharp curves.
● The system is designed to automatically If the IBA OFF indicator light illuminates with a
check the sensor’s functionality. When beep sound, pull off the road to a safe location,
the sensor detects an obstruction of the stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. Check to
radar signals due to dirt, adhesive ma- see if the sensor area of the front bumper is dirty.
terial, or similar objects to the front If the sensor area of the front bumper is dirty,
bumper, the system will automatically clean it with a soft cloth and restart the engine. If
cancel. However, sensor may not detect the sensor area of the front bumper is not dirty,
all obstructive material. In these in- restart the engine. If the IBA OFF indicator light
stances the system may not be able to continues to illuminate even if the IBA system is
warn the driver properly. Be sure to turned on, have the system checked by an
check and clean the sensor area of the INFINITI retailer.
front bumper regularly.
IBA SYSTEM OPERATION
● Excessive noise will interfere with the
LSD2021 warning chime sound, and the chime The IBA system will function when your vehicle is
may not be heard. driven at speeds of approximately 10 MPH
Reflectors on the road
● A sudden appearance of a vehicle in (15 km/h) or above, and when the vehicle’s
WARNING front (for example, it abruptly cuts in) speed is approximately 10 MPH (15 km/h) faster
● In extreme conditions, detection of may not be detected and the system than that of the vehicle ahead.
these objects may cause the system to may not warn the driver soon enough. To turn the system on/off:
function. ● The system will be cancelled automati-
cally with a beep sound and the IBA 1. Push the button to enter the “Set-
warning light will illuminate under the tings” menu in the vehicle information dis-
following conditions: play, then select using the ENTER button.
– When the sensor area of the front 2. Use the buttons to select “Driver As-
bumper is dirty sistance”, then press the ENTER button.
– When the system malfunctions 3. Use the buttons to select “Intelligent
Brake Assist”, using the ENTER button the
system can be turned On or Off.
Starting and driving 5-89
The IBA system will remain in the last ON or OFF Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving
CAUTION
state it was left in until it is changed in the vehicle Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy
information display. For additional information, During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), from your vehicle.
refer to “Driver Assistance” in the “Instrument and follow these recommendations to obtain
maximum engine performance and ensure 1. Use Smooth Accelerator and Brake
controls” section of this manual.
the future reliability and economy of your Pedal Application
Illumination of the IBA OFF indicator light without new vehicle. Failure to follow these rec- ● Avoid rapid starts and stops.
the warning chime sound is an indication that the ommendations may result in shortened
IBA system is temporarily unavailable. It will occur engine life and reduced engine ● Use smooth, gentle accelerator and
under the following conditions: performance. brake application whenever possible.
When the radar signal is temporarily interrupted. ● Maintain constant speed while commut-
● Avoid driving for long periods at constant
ing and coast whenever possible.
The IBA OFF indicator light will turn off when the speed, either fast or slow, and do not run the
system returns to its normal operating conditions. engine over 4,000 RPM. 2. Maintain Constant Speed
For the sensor maintenance, refer to “Intelligent ● Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear. ● Look ahead to try and anticipate and mini-
Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full speed range)” mize stops.
● Avoid quick starts.
in this section.
● Synchronizing your speed with traffic
● Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
lights allows you to reduce your number
● Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 mi of stops.
(805 km). Your engine, axle or other parts
● Maintaining a steady speed can minimize
could be damaged.
red light stops and improve fuel effi-
ciency.
3. Use Air Conditioning (A/C) at Higher 5. Use Cruise Control 9. Winter Warm Up
Vehicle Speeds
● Using cruise control during highway driv- ● Limit idling time to minimize impact to fuel
● Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more ing helps maintain a steady speed. economy.
efficient to open windows to cool the
● Cruise control is particularly effective in ● Vehicles typically need no more than
vehicle due to reduced engine load.
providing fuel savings when driving on flat 30 seconds of idling at start-up to effec-
● Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more terrains. tively circulate the engine oil before driv-
efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle ing.
6. Plan for the Shortest Route
due to increased aerodynamic drag.
● Your vehicle will reach its ideal operating
● Utilize a map or navigation system to de-
● Recirculating the cool air in the cabin temperature more quickly while driving
termine the best route to save time.
when the A/C is on reduces cooling load. versus idling.
7. Avoid Idling
4. Drive at Economical Speeds and Dis- 10. Keeping your Vehicle Cool
tances ● Shutting off your engine when safe for
● Park your vehicle in a covered parking
stops exceeding 30–60 seconds saves
● Observing the speed limit and not ex- area or in the shade whenever possible.
fuel and reduces emissions.
ceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h) (where le-
● When entering a hot vehicle, opening the
gally allowed) can improve fuel efficiency 8. Buy an Automated Pass for Toll Roads
windows will help to reduce the inside
due to reduced aerodynamic drag.
● Automated passes permit drivers to use temperature faster, resulting in reduced
● Maintaining a safe following distance be- special lanes to maintain cruising speed demand on your A/C system.
hind other vehicles reduces unnecessary through the toll and avoid stopping and
braking. starting.
● Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate
changes in speed permits reduced brak-
ing and smooth acceleration changes.
● Select a gear range suitable to road con-
ditions.
● Keep your engine tuned up. If any malfunction occurs in the Intelligent AWD
system while the engine is running, messages are
● Follow the recommended scheduled main-
displayed in the meter.
tenance.
● Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-
sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
● Keep all the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
● Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
For additional information, refer to “Engine
oil and oil filter recommendations” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec- LSD2082
tion of this manual. If the AWD error warning message is displayed,
there may be a malfunction in the Intelligent AWD
system. Reduce vehicle speed and have your
vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as
possible.
WARNING
● Do not drive beyond the performance
capability of the tires. Accelerating
quickly, sharp steering maneuvers or
sudden braking may cause loss of con-
trol, even with Intelligent AWD
engaged.
● For AWD equipped vehicles, do not at-
tempt to raise 2 wheels off the ground
and shift the transmission to any drive
or reverse position with the engine run-
ning. Doing so may result in drivetrain
damage or unexpected vehicle move-
LSD2083 LSD2084 ment which could result in serious per-
The AWD high temperature message may be The tire size message may be displayed if there is sonal injury or vehicle damage.
displayed while trying to free a stuck vehicle due a large difference between the diameters of front
to increased oil temperature. The driving mode and rear wheels. Pull off the road in a safe area,
may change to 2-wheel drive. If this message is with the engine idling. Check that all tire sizes are
displayed, stop the vehicle with the engine idling, the same, that the tire pressure is correct and that
as soon as it is safe to do so. Then if the message the tires are not excessively worn.
turns off, you can continue driving.
If any warning messages continue to be dis-
played, have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI
retailer as soon as possible.
PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS
of the power steering system will go down after a The brake system has two separate hydraulic
WARNING
period of time and the power assist level will circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
● If the engine is not running or is turned return to normal after starting the engine. The have braking at two wheels.
off while driving, the power assist for power steering warning light will go off. Avoid
the steering will not work. Steering will repeating such steering wheel operations that BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
be harder to operate. could cause the power steering system to over-
heat. Vacuum assisted brakes
● When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running, You may hear a sound from the front of the vehicle The brake booster aids braking by using engine
there will be no power assist for the when the steering wheel is operated quickly. This vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
steering. You will still have control of is a normal operational noise and is not a mal- vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However,
the vehicle but the steering will be function. greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be
harder to operate. Have the power required to stop the vehicle and stopping dis-
steering system checked by an INFINITI If the electric power steering warning light PS
tance will be longer.
retailer. illuminates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the power steering system is not func- Using the brakes
The power steering system is designed to pro- tioning properly and may need servicing. Have
vide power assist while driving to operate the the power steering system checked by an Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal while
steering wheel with light force. INFINITI retailer. driving. This will overheat the brakes, wear out the
brake pads faster, and reduce gas mileage.
When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly When the electric power steering warning light
or continuously while parking or driving at a very illuminates with the engine running, there will be To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the
low speed, the power assist for the steering no power assist for the steering but you will still brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
wheel will be reduced. This is to prevent over- have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater downshift to a lower gear before going down a
steering effort is required to operate the steering slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may
heating of the power steering system and protect
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low reduce braking performance and could result in
it from getting damaged. While the power assist
speeds. loss of vehicle control.
is reduced, steering wheel operation will become
heavy. If the steering wheel operation is still per- For additional information, refer to “Power steer-
formed, the power steering may stop and the ing warning light” in the “Instruments and con-
power steering warning light will illuminate. In a trols” section of this manual.
safe location, stop the engine and push the igni-
tion switch to the OFF position. The temperature
5-96 Starting and driving
This procedure is described in the vehicle service – When installing a spare tire, make
WARNING
manual and can be performed by an INFINITI sure that it is the proper size and type
● While driving on a slippery surface, be retailer. as specified on the Tire and Loading
careful when braking, accelerating or Information label. For additional in-
downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel- ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM formation, refer to “Tire and Loading
erating could cause the wheels to skid (ABS) Information label” in the “Technical
and result in an accident. and consumer information” section
● If the engine is not running or is turned WARNING of this manual.
off while driving, the power assist for ● The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a – For additional information, refer to
the brakes will not work. Braking will be sophisticated device, but it cannot pre- “Wheels and tires” in the “Mainte-
harder. vent accidents resulting from careless nance and do-it-yourself” section of
or dangerous driving techniques. It can this manual.
Wet brakes help maintain vehicle control during
When the vehicle is washed or driven through braking on slippery surfaces. Remem- The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your ber that stopping distances on slippery brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard
braking distance will be longer and the vehicle surfaces will be longer than on normal braking or when braking on slippery surfaces.
may pull to one side during braking. surfaces even with ABS. Stopping dis- The system detects the rotation speed at each
tances may also be longer on rough, wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe gravel or snow covered roads, or if you vent each wheel from locking and sliding. By
speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to are using tire chains. Always maintain a preventing each wheel from locking, the system
heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return safe distance from the vehicle in front of helps the driver maintain steering control and
to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high you. Ultimately, the driver is respon- helps to minimize swerving and spinning on slip-
speeds until the brakes function correctly. sible for safety. pery surfaces.
Parking brake break-in ● Tire type and condition may also affect
braking effectiveness. Using the system
Break-in the parking brake shoes whenever the – When replacing tires, install the Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. De-
effect of the parking brake is weakened or when- specified size of tires on all 4 wheels. press the brake pedal with firm steady pressure,
ever the parking brake shoes and/or rotors are but do not pump the brakes. The ABS will oper-
replaced, in order to assure the best brake per- ate to prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
formance. the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
Starting and driving 5-97
WARNING When the ABS senses that one or more wheels PREVIEW FUNCTION (Intelligent
are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly ap- Cruise Control system equipped
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so plies and releases hydraulic pressure. This action
may result in increased stopping is similar to pumping the brakes very quickly. You models)
distances. may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a When the Preview Function identifies the need to
noise from under the hood or feel a vibration from apply emergency braking by sensing a vehicle
Self-test feature the actuator when it is operating. This is normal ahead in the same lane and the distance and
and indicates that the ABS is operating properly. relative speed from it, it applies the brake pre-
The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric
However, the pulsation may indicate that road pressure before the driver depresses the brake
pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The
conditions are hazardous and extra care is re- pedal and helps improve brake response by re-
computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that quired while driving. ducing pedal free play.
tests the system each time you start the engine
and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or BRAKE ASSIST ● This system will not operate when the ve-
reverse. When the self-test occurs, you may hear hicle is moving at approximately 32 km/h
When the force applied to the brake pedal ex- (20 MPH) or less.
a “clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake
ceeds a certain level, the brake assist is activated
pedal. This is normal and does not indicate a generating greater braking force than a conven- ● The pre-pressure function ceases when the
malfunction. If the computer senses a malfunc- tional brake booster even with light pedal force. following conditions are met:
tion, it switches the ABS off and illuminates the
ABS warning light on the instrument panel. The 1. When the driver depresses the accelerator
WARNING pedal or the brake pedal.
brake system then operates normally, but without
anti-lock assistance. The brake assist is only an aid to assist 2. If the driver does not operate the accelerator
braking operation and is not a collision or brake pedal within approximately 1 sec-
If the ABS warning light illuminates during the warning or avoidance device. it is the driv- ond.
self-test or while driving, have the vehicle ers responsibility to stay alert, drive safely
checked by an INFINITI retailer. and be in control of the vehicle at all times.
Normal operation
The ABS operates at speeds above 3 - 6 MPH (5
- 10 km/h). The speed varies according to road
conditions.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses ● The road may be slippery or the system may The VDC system is automatically reset to on
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- determine some action is required to help when the ignition switch is placed in the off
hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, keep the vehicle on the steered path. position then back to the on position.
the VDC System helps to perform the following
● You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal The computer has a built in diagnostic feature
functions:
and hear a noise or vibration from under the that tests the system each time you start the
● Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel hood. This is normal and indicates that the engine and move the vehicle forward or in reverse
slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is VDC system is working properly. at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you
transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on may hear a clunk noise and/or feel a pulsation in
● Adjust your speed and driving to the road
the same axle. the brake pedal. This is normal and is not an
conditions.
indication of a malfunction.
● Controls brake pressure and engine output
For additional information, refer to “Slip indicator
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
light” and ”Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off WARNING
speed (traction control function). indicator light” in the ”Instruments and controls”
● The VDC system is designed to help the
● Controls brake pressure at individual wheels section of this manual.
driver maintain controllability but does
and engine output to help the driver maintain not prevent accidents due to abrupt
control of the vehicle in the following condi- If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
and indicator lights come on in the instru- steering operation at high speeds or by
tions: careless or dangerous driving tech-
ment panel. The VDC system automatically turns
– understeer (vehicle tends to not follow off when these indicator lights are on. niques. Reduce vehicle speed and be
the steered path despite increased steer- especially careful when driving and cor-
ing input) The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC nering on slippery surfaces and always
system. The indicator illuminates to indi- drive carefully.
– oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to cate the VDC system is off.
certain road or driving conditions)
When the VDC switch is used to turn off the
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain system, the VDC system still operates to prevent
control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of one drive wheel from slipping by transferring
vehicle control in all driving situations.
power to a non slipping drive wheel. The
When the VDC system operates, the indi- indicator flashes if this occurs. All other VDC
cator in the instrument panel flashes to note the functions are off and the indicator will not
following: flash.
5-100 Starting and driving
● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. ● When driving on extremely inclined sur- ACTIVE TRACE CONTROL (if so
If suspension parts such as shock ab- faces such as higher banked corners, equipped)
sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, the VDC system may not operate prop-
bushings and wheels are not INFINITI This system senses driving based on the driver’s
erly and the indicator may flash or
recommended for your vehicle or are steering and acceleration/braking patterns, and
both the and indicator controls brake pressure at individual wheels to
extremely deteriorated, the VDC system
lights may illuminate. Do not drive on help smooth vehicle response.
may not operate properly. This could
these types of roads.
adversely affect vehicle handling per- When the VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the
formance, and the indicator may ● When driving on an unstable surface
VDC system, the active trace control system is
such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
flash or both the and indica- also turned off.
tor lights may illuminate. ramp, the indicator may flash or
both the and indicator If the active trace control is not functioning prop-
● If brake related parts such as brake erly, the IBA OFF indicator light illuminates in the
lights may illuminate. This is not a mal-
pads, rotors and calipers are not instrument panel.
function. Restart the engine after driv-
INFINITI recommended or are extremely
ing onto a stable surface.
deteriorated, the VDC system may not BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION
operate properly and both the ● If wheels or tires other than the INFINITI
recommended ones are used, the VDC During braking while driving through turns, the
and the indicator lights may system optimizes the distribution of force to each
illuminate. system may not operate properly and
the indicator may flash or both of the four wheels depending on the radius of the
● If engine control related parts are not turn.
INFINITI recommended or are extremely the and indicator lights may
illuminate.
deteriorated, both the and
indicator lights may illuminate. ● The VDC system is not a substitute for
winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.
● The system is designed as an aid to the 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, will affect the accuracy of the sonar system.
driver in detecting large stationary ob- the tone will sound for only 3 seconds. Once the
system detects an object approaching, the tone SYSTEM OPERATION
jects to help avoid damaging the ve-
hicle. The system will not detect small will sound again. The system informs with a visual and audible
objects below the bumper, and may not The Front Sonar System sounds a tone to warn signal of front obstacles when the shift lever is in
detect objects close to the bumper or the driver of obstacles near the front bumper. The the “D” (Drive) position and both front and rear
on the ground. obstacles when the shift lever is in the “R” (Re-
front sonar system automatically turns on when
● If your vehicle sustains damage to the the shift lever is placed in a forward gear and the verse) position.
front bumper fascia or the rear bumper ignition switch is in the ON position. The system Sonar Operation Table
fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the may not detect objects at speeds above 3 MPH FR Sensor RR Sensor
sensing zone may be altered causing (5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or
inaccurate measurement of obstacles moving objects. Range Sound Display Sound Display
or false alarms. P x † x †
The Front Sonar System detects obstacles up to
The RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of 3 feet (1.0 m) from the front bumper with a R o o o o
obstacles near the rear bumper. The RSS auto- decreased coverage area at the outer corners of N x † x †
matically turns on when the shift lever is placed in the bumper, (refer to the illustration for approxi- D o o x †
R (Reverse) and the ignition is ON. The system mate zone coverage areas). As you move closer
may not detect objects at speeds above 3 MPH to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. o – Display/Beep when detect
(5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or When the obstacle is less than 10 inches † – Display on camera view
moving objects. (25.0 cm) away, the tone will sound continuously. x – No Display and Beep
If it detects a stationary or receding object further
The RSS detects obstacles up to 5.9 feet The system is deactivated at speeds above
than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the
(1.8 meters) from the rear bumper with a de- 10 km/h (6 mph). It is reactivated at lower
vehicle, the tone will sound for only 3 seconds.
creased coverage area at the outer corners of the speeds.
Once the system detects an object approaching,
bumper, (refer to the illustration for approximate
the tone will sound again.
zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the The intermittent tone will stop after 3 seconds
obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When Keep the front and rear sonar sensors (located on when an obstacle is detected by only the corner
the obstacle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) the bumper fascia) free from snow, ice and large sensor and the distance does not change. The
away, the tone will sound continuously. If it de- accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors tone will stop when the obstacle get away from
tects a stationary or receding object further than with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it the vehicle.
5-104 Starting and driving
LSD2136 LSD2137
When the corner of the vehicle moves closer to The system indicators s A will appear when the
an object, the corner sonar indicators s A ap- vehicle moves closer to an object.
pears. When the center of the vehicle moves
close to an object, the center sonar indicator s
B
appears.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK engine coolant” in the “Maintenance and do-it- SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
yourself” section of this manual.
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de- It is recommended that the following items be
icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes TIRE EQUIPMENT carried in the vehicle during winter:
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key 1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to ● A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
hole, or use the INFINITI Intelligent Key. provide superior performance on dry pave- ice and snow from the windows and wiper
ANTIFREEZE ment. However, the performance of these blades.
tires will be substantially reduced in snowy
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem- and icy conditions. If you operate your ve- ● A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C), check the hicle on snowy or icy roads, INFINITI recom- jack to give it firm support.
antifreeze to assure proper winter protection. For mends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL ● A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.
additional information, refer to “Engine cooling SEASON TIRES on all 4 wheels. Please
system” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” consult an INFINITI retailer for the tire type, ● Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield-
section of this manual. size, speed rating and availability informa- washer fluid reservoir.
tion.
BATTERY DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely tires may be used. However, some U.S. WARNING
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may states and Canadian provinces prohibit their
use. Check local, state and provincial laws ● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi-
before installing studded tires. very cold snow or ice can be slick and
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
regularly. For additional information, refer to “Bat- Skid and traction capabilities of studded have much less traction or “grip” under
tery” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec- snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be these conditions. Try to avoid driving on
tion of this manual. poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. wet ice until the road is salted or
sanded.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER 3. Tire chains may be used. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Tire chains” in the “Main- ● Whatever the condition, drive with cau-
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti- tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this tion. Accelerate and slow down with
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the manual. care. If accelerating or downshifting too
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle. fast, the drive wheels will lose even
For additional information, refer to “Changing more traction.
MEMO
6 In case of emergency
The flashers will operate with the ignition switch To shut off the engine in an emergency situation
placed in any position. while driving, perform the following procedure:
Some jurisdictions may prohibit the use of – Rapidly push the push-button ignition switch
the hazard warning flasher switch while three consecutive times in less than 1.5 sec-
driving. onds, or
– Push and hold the push-button ignition switch
for more than 2 seconds.
LIC0394
Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
● If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
● Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to
drive so slowly that your vehicle might
become a hazard to other traffic.
● Turn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on.
FLAT TIRE
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING ● If the low tire pressure warning light ● Replacing tires with those not originally
SYSTEM (TPMS) illuminates while driving, avoid sudden specified by INFINITI could affect the
steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, proper operation of the TPMS.
This vehicle is equipped with TPMS. It monitors reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road
tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When ● Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
to a safe location and stop the vehicle
the low tire pressure warning light is lit, and the tire sealant into the tires, as this may
as soon as possible. Driving with under-
“Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warning appears in cause a malfunction of the tire pressure
inflated tires may permanently damage
the vehicle information display, one or more of sensors.
the tires and increase the likelihood of
your tires is significantly under-inflated. If tire failure. Serious vehicle damage CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
equipped, the system also displays pressure of could occur and may lead to an accident
all tires (except the spare tire) on the display and could result in serious personal in- If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions be-
screen by sending a signal from a sensor that is jury. Check the tire pressure for all four low:
installed in each wheel. If the vehicle is being tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the
driven with low tire pressure, the TPMS will acti- recommended COLD tire pressure Stopping the vehicle
vate and warn you of it by the low tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Informa- 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and
warning light. This system will activate only when tion label to turn the low tire pressure
away from traffic.
the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 mph warning light OFF. If you have a flat tire,
(25 km/h). For additional information, refer to replace it with a spare tire as soon as 2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
“Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders” possible.
in the “Instruments and controls” section and 3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel brake. Move the shift lever to P (Park).
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the is replaced, tire pressure will not be
“Starting and driving” section of this manual. indicated, the TPMS will not function 4. Turn off the engine.
and the low tire pressure warning light 5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to
WARNING will flash for approximately 1 minute. signal professional road assistance person-
● Radio waves could adversely affect The light will remain on after 1 minute.
nel that you need assistance.
electric medical equipment. Those who Contact your INFINITI retailer as soon
use a pacemaker should contact the as possible for tire replacement and/or 6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle
electric medical equipment manufac- system resetting. and stand in a safe place, away from traffic
turer for the possible influences before and clear of the vehicle.
use.
WARNING
● Make sure the parking brake is securely
applied and the CVT is shifted into P
(Park).
● Never change tires when the vehicle is
on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This is
hazardous.
● Never change tires if oncoming traffic is
close to your vehicle. Wait for profes-
sional road assistance.
LCE2142 LCE2035
WARNING
Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury.
9. Securely store the flat tire, tools and jacking ● Use only the jack provided with your
equipment in the vehicle. vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the
jack provided with your vehicle on other
CAUTION vehicles. The jack is designed for lifting
● Make sure safety cable is coiled above only your vehicle during a tire change.
spare tire when reinstalling spare ● Use the correct jack-up points. Never
tire/wheel. use any other part of the vehicle for jack
● When re-installing the spare tire under support.
the vehicle after use, be sure to secure it ● Never jack up the vehicle more than
with the tire stem facing down toward necessary.
the ground. If the spare tire is improp-
erly secured with the tire stem facing up ● Never use blocks on or under the jack.
towards the bottom of the vehicle, there ● Do not start or run the engine while
LCE2169 is an increased risk of separating from vehicle is on the jack. It may cause the
6. Insert the spare tire winch socket s
H to the the vehicle in the event of a crash which vehicle to move. This is especially true
lowering mechanism nut. may pose a hazard in traffic or risk of for vehicles with limited slip
injury to others. differentials.
7. To lower the spare tire, insert the wheel nut
wrench s F to the extension s E and insert Jacking up vehicle and removing the ● Do not allow passengers to stay in the
the T-shaped end to the winch socket s H vehicle while it is on the jack.
damaged tire
and rotate counterclockwise. ● Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off
8. After removing the spare tire from under the WARNING the ground. It may cause the vehicle to
vehicle, be sure to crank the cable up to move.
● Never get under the vehicle while it is
stow it. supported only by the jack. If it is nec- Always refer to the illustration for the correct
essary to work under the vehicle, sup- placement and jack-up points for your specific
NOTE: port it with safety stands. vehicle model and jack type.
Fully lower the spare tire below the vehicle Carefully read the caution label attached to
before attempting to remove the winch the jack body and the following instruc-
from the spare tire. tions.
6-6 In case of emergency
LCE2040 LCE0087
1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by contacts the vehicle at the jack-up point. The 3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jack
turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut jack-up points are indicated by stamped ar- as shown.
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts rows on the side of the frame.
4. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever
until the tire is off the ground. The jack should be used on firm and and rod. Carefully raise the vehicle until the
2. Place the jack directly under the jack-up level ground. tire clears the ground.
point as illustrated so the top of the jack
In case of emergency 6-7
WARNING
● Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly
tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident.
● Do not use oil or grease on the wheel
studs or nuts. This could cause the nuts
LCE2043 WCE0056 to become loose.
NOTE: Installing the spare tire ● Retighten the wheel nuts when the ve-
If the lug nut wrench/jack handle contacts hicle has been driven for 600 miles
The spare tire is designed for emergency (1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
the ground while raising the vehicle, disas- use. For additional information, refer to
semble the lug nut wrench from the jack etc.).
“Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance
extension rod, rotate it 90 degrees and re- As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
assemble.
to the specified torque with a torque
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface be-
5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the wrench.
tire. tween the wheel and hub.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
2. Carefully put the spare tire on and tighten
the wheel nuts finger tight. 83 ft-lb (113 N·m)
3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheel The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to
nuts alternately and evenly as illustrated until specification at all times. It is recom-
they are tight (s
A,s B,s C,s D,s E ). mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
specifications at each lubrication interval.
6-8 In case of emergency
JUMP STARTING
Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure. To start your engine with a booster battery, the ● Whenever working on or near a battery,
instructions and precautions below must be fol- always wear suitable eye protectors (for
COLD pressure: After vehicle has been
parked for 3 hours or more or driven less lowed. example, goggles or industrial safety
than 1 mile (1.6 km). spectacles) and remove rings, metal
WARNING bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire over the battery when jump starting.
and loading information label affixed to the ● If done incorrectly, jump starting can
driver side center pillar. lead to a battery explosion, resulting in ● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
severe injury or death. It could also battery. It could explode and cause se-
5. Securely store the flat tire, tools and jacking damage your vehicle. rious injury.
equipment in the vehicle.
● Explosive hydrogen gas is always pres- ● Your vehicle has an automatic engine
6. Close the liftgate. ent in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all cooling fan. It could come on at any
sparks and flames away from the time. Keep hands and other objects
WARNING battery. away from it.
● Always make sure that the spare tire ● Do not allow battery fluid to come into
and jacking equipment are properly se- contact with eyes, skin, clothing or
cured after use. Such items can become painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
dangerous projectiles in an accident or rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
sudden stop. cause severe burns. If the fluid should
come into contact with anything, imme-
● The spare tire is designed for emer-
diately flush the contacted area with
gency use. For additional information,
water.
refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of ● Keep battery out of the reach of
this manual. children.
● The booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improperly rated
battery can damage your vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not keep the starter motor engaged for
more than 10 seconds. If the engine does
not start right away, place the ignition
switch in the OFF position and wait 3 to
4 seconds before trying again.
7. After starting the engine, carefully discon-
WCE0054
nect the negative cable and then the positive
3. Ensure vent caps are level and tight. cable.
WARNING
Always follow the instructions below. Fail- 4. Connect the jumper cables in the sequence
ure to do so could result in damage to the illustrated (s
A,s
B,sC,s D ).
charging system and cause personal
injury. CAUTION
● Always connect positive (1) to positive
1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle,
(1) and negative (2) to body ground (for
position the 2 vehicles to bring their batter-
example, strut mounting bolt, engine
ies near each other. lift bracket, etc.) — not to the battery.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. ● Make sure the jumper cables do not
2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever touch moving parts in the engine com-
to P (Park). Switch off all unnecessary elec- partment and that the cable clamps do
trical systems (lights, heater, air conditioner, not contact any other metal.
etc.).
6-10 In case of emergency
6. After the engine cools down, check the cool- When towing your vehicle, all jurisdictions and For additional information about towing your ve-
ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank local regulations for towing must be followed. hicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV), refer to
with the engine running. Add coolant to the Incorrect towing equipment could damage your “Flat towing” in the “Technical and consumer
engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary. vehicle. Towing instructions are available from an information” section of this manual.
Have your vehicle repaired at an INFINITI INFINITI retailer. Local service operators are gen-
retailer. erally familiar with the applicable laws and proce-
dures for towing. To assure proper towing and to
prevent accidental damage to your vehicle,
INFINITI recommends having a service operator
tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have the ser-
vice operator carefully read the following precau-
tions:
WARNING
● Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.
● Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by a tow truck.
CAUTION
● When towing, make sure that the trans-
mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.
● Always attach safety chains before
towing.
CLEANING EXTERIOR
In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
CAUTION
hicle, it is important to take proper care of it. must be cleaned regularly. Take care that the
● Do not use car washes that use acid in drain holes in the lower edge of the door are
To protect the paint surfaces, please wash your the detergent. Some car washes, espe- open. Spray water under the body and in the
vehicle as soon as you can: cially brushless ones, use some acid for wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away
● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage cleaning. The acid may react with some road salt.
from acid rain plastic vehicle components, causing
them to crack. This could affect their A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to
● after driving on coastal roads appearance, and also could cause them avoid water spots.
not to function properly. Always check WAXING
● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop-
with your car wash to confirm that acid
pings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs get is not used. Regular waxing protects the paint surface and
on the paint surface helps retain new vehicle appearance. Polishing is
● Do not wash the vehicle with strong recommended to remove built-up wax residue
● when dust or mud builds up on the surface household soap, strong chemical deter- and to avoid a weathered appearance before
Whenever possible, store or park your vehicle gents, gasoline or solvents. re-applying wax.
inside a garage or in a covered area. ● Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun- An INFINITI retailer can assist you in choosing the
light or while the vehicle body is hot, as proper product.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a
the surface may become water-spotted.
shady area or protect the vehicle with a body ● Wax your vehicle only after a thorough wash-
cover. ● Avoid using tight-napped or rough
ing. Follow the instructions supplied with the
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface wax.
must be taken when removing
when putting on or removing the body caked-on dirt or other foreign sub- ● Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,
cover. stances so the paint surface is not cutting compounds or cleaners that may
scratched or damaged. damage the vehicle finish.
WASHING
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean Machine compounding or aggressive polishing
Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of
water. on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the
water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly using a mild
finish or leave swirl marks.
soap, a special vehicle soap or general purpose Inside edges, seams and folds on the doors,
dishwashing liquid mixed with clean, lukewarm hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to
(never hot) water.
7-2 Appearance and care
CLEANING INTERIOR
Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior ● Small dirt particles can be abrasive and Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s in-
trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum damaging to leather surfaces and structions before using the air fresheners.
cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and should be removed promptly. Do not
leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth damp- POWER MOONROOF
use saddle soap, car waxes, polishes,
ened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- The moonroof is made from a suede material.
dry, soft cloth. gents or ammonia-based cleaners as
they may damage the leather’s natural CAUTION
Regular care and cleaning is required in order to
finish.
maintain the appearance of the leather. To help prevent damaging the moonroof
● Never use fabric protectors unless rec- while cleaning:
Before using any fabric protector, read the manu- ommended by the manufacturer.
facturer’s recommendations. Some fabric pro- ● Do not rub the material with a cloth.
tectors contain chemicals that may stain or ● Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on Doing so can damage the surface of the
bleach the seat material. meter or gauge lens covers. It may dam- material or cause a stain to spread.
age the lens cover.
Use a cloth dampened only with water to clean ● Never use benzine, thinner or any simi-
the meter and gauge lens. AIR FRESHENERS lar chemical to clean the suede. This
may discolor the moonroof and damage
Most air fresheners use a solvent that could affect the surface.
WARNING
the vehicle interior. If you use an air freshener,
Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot ● Clean water based stains by patting the
take the following precautions:
steam cleaners) on the seat. This can dam- surface with a clean soft cloth damp-
age the seat or occupant classification ● Hanging-type air fresheners can cause per- ened in warm water. Press a clean dry
sensor. This can also affect the operation manent discoloration when they contact ve- cloth onto the surface to remove as
of the air bag system and result in serious hicle interior surfaces. Place the air fresh- much dampness as possible and then
personal injury. ener in a location that allows it to hang free let air dry.
and not contact an interior surface. ● Clean oil based stains by patting the
CAUTION ● Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip on surface with a clean soft cloth damp-
ened in warm water. Press a clean dry
● Never use benzine, thinner or any simi- the vents. These products can cause imme-
cloth onto the surface to remove as
lar material. diate damage and discoloration when
much dampness as possible and then
spilled on interior surfaces. let air dry.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING
To avoid potential pedal interference that
may result in a collision or injury:
● NEVER place a floor mat on top of an-
other floor mat in the driver front
position.
● Use only genuine INFINITI floor mats
specifically designed for use in your ve-
hicle model. For additional information,
refer to your INFINITI retailer.
● Properly position the mats in the floor- LAI2002 LAI2003
well using the floor mat positioning aid. Bracket Bracket positions
Refer to (Floor mat positioning aid( in
this section.
Floor mat positioning aid
This vehicle includes the following floor mat po-
The use of genuine INFINITI floor mats can ex-
tend the life of your vehicle carpet and make it sitioning aids to help keep your floor mats in
easier to clean the interior. Mats should be main- place:
tained with regular cleaning and replaced if they ● two driver’s side front floor mat brackets
become excessively worn.
● two passenger’s side front floor mat brack-
ets
● one driver’s side 2nd row floor mat bracket
● one passenger’s side 2nd row floor mat
bracket
CORROSION PROTECTION
Genuine INFINITI floor mats have been specially CLEANING THE SEAT TRACKS MOST COMMON FACTORS
designed for your vehicle model. The floor mats CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
have grommet holes incorporated in them. Posi- CAUTION
tion each mat by placing the floor mat bracket CORROSION
hook through the floor mat grommet holes while Periodically clean the seat tracks to pre-
Most vehicle corrosion is caused by:
centering the mat in the floorwell. vent reduction of ability to move the seats.
● the accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt
Periodically check to make certain the mats are Clean periodically with a high-powered vacuum
and debris in body panel sections, cavities,
properly positioned. cleaner. Dirt and debris may reduce the ability to
adjust the seat. A wet cleansing agent may be and other areas
SEAT BELTS used if necessary. ● damage to paint and other protective coat-
The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them ings caused by gravel and stone chips or
with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution. minor traffic collisions
Allow the belts to dry completely in the shade
before using them. For additional information, ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
refer to “Seat belt maintenance” in the “Safety – INFLUENCE THE RATE OF
Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint sys- CORROSION
tem” section of this manual.
Moisture
WARNING Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the ve-
Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in the hicle body underside can accelerate corrosion.
retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye or Wet floor coverings will not dry completely inside
chemical solvents to clean the seat belts, the vehicle and should be removed for drying to
since these materials may severely avoid floor panel corrosion.
weaken the seat belt webbing.
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high
relative humidity, especially those areas where
the temperatures stay above freezing and where
atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is
used.
7-6 Appearance and care
Temperature CAUTION
High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro- ● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de-
sion to those parts which are not well ventilated. bris from the passenger compartment
by washing it out with a hose. Remove
Air pollution dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom.
Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air ● Never allow water or other liquids to
in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use acceler- come in contact with electronic compo-
ates the corrosion process. Road salt also accel- nents inside the vehicle as this may
erates the disintegration of paint surfaces. damage them.
PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM Chemicals used for road surface de-icing are
CORROSION extremely corrosive. They accelerate corrosion
● Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the and deterioration of underbody components
vehicle clean. such as the exhaust system, fuel and brake lines,
brake cables, floor pan and fenders.
● Always check for minor damage to the paint
and repair it as soon as possible. In winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically.
● Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doors
open to avoid water accumulation. For additional protection against rust and corro-
● Check the underbody for accumulation of sion, which may be required in some areas, con-
sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with water sult an INFINITI retailer.
as soon as possible.
MEMO
Your INFINITI has been designed to have mini- Performing general maintenance checks requires During the normal day-to-day operation of the
mum maintenance requirements with long ser- minimal mechanical skill and only a few general vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
vice intervals to save you both time and money. automotive tools. formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
However, some day-to-day and regular mainte- These checks or inspections can be done by you, you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
nance is essential to maintain your INFINITI’s a qualified technician, or, if you prefer, an INFINITI smells, be sure to check for the cause or have an
good mechanical condition, as well as its emis- retailer. INFINITI retailer do it promptly. In addition, you
sions and engine performance. should notify an INFINITI retailer if you think that
Where to go for service repairs are required.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general If maintenance service is required or your vehicle When performing any checks or maintenance
maintenance, is performed. appears to malfunction, have the systems work, closely observe the “Maintenance precau-
checked and corrected by an INFINITI retailer.
tions” in this section.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
INFINITI technicians are well-trained specialists
can ensure that your vehicle receives proper
who are kept up-to-date with the latest service EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
maintenance. You are a vital link in the mainte- information through technical bulletins, service MAINTENANCE ITEMS
nance chain. tips, and in-retailer training programs. They are
completely qualified to work on INFINITI vehicles Additional information on the following
Scheduled maintenance items with “ * ” is found in this section.
before they work on your vehicle, rather than
For your convenience, both required and optional after they have worked on it.
scheduled maintenance items are described and
Outside the vehicle
listed in your “INFINITI Service and Maintenance You can be confident that an INFINITI retailer’s
The maintenance items listed here should be
Guide”. You must refer to that guide to ensure service department performs the best job to meet
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
the maintenance requirements on your vehicle —
that necessary maintenance is performed on your specified.
in a reliable and economical way.
INFINITI at regular intervals.
Doors and engine hood Check that the doors
General maintenance and engine hood operate properly. Also ensure
General maintenance includes those items which that all latches lock securely. Lubricate hinges,
should be checked during normal day-to-day op- latches, latch pins, rollers and links as necessary.
eration. They are essential for proper vehicle op- Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the
eration. It is your responsibility to perform these hood from opening when the primary latch is
maintenance procedures regularly as prescribed. released.
8-2 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
When driving in areas using road salt or other alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth opera-
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently. normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be tion. If the brake pedal suddenly goes down fur-
needed. ther than normal, the pedal feels spongy or the
Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular basis. vehicle seems to take longer to stop, see an
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail ● For additional information regarding tires,
INFINITI retailer immediately. Keep the floor mat
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
away from the pedal.
operating properly and installed securely. Also (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
check headlight aim. the Warranty Information Booklet. Brakes Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)* When checking Windshield Clean the windshield on a regular
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing, basis. Check the windshield at least every six Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
months for cracks or other damage. Have a dam- P (Park) position mechanism On a fairly
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
aged windshield repaired by a qualified repair steep hill check that your vehicle is held securely
necessary.
facility. with the shift lever in the P (Park) position without
Tire rotation* Tires should be rotated every applying any brakes.
Windshield wiper blades* Check for cracks or
5,000 miles (8,000 km). wear if they do not wipe properly. Parking brake Check the parking brake opera-
Tires* Check the pressure with a gauge often tion regularly. The vehicle should be securely held
Inside the vehicle on a fairly steep hill with only the parking brake
and always prior to long distance trips. If neces-
sary, adjust the pressure in all tires, including the The maintenance items listed here should be applied. If the parking brake needs adjustment,
spare, to the pressure specified. Check carefully checked on a regular basis, such as when per- see an INFINITI retailer.
for damage, cuts or excessive wear. forming periodic maintenance, cleaning the ve- Seats Check seat position controls such as seat
hicle, etc. adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure they
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Additional information on the following operate smoothly and all latches lock securely in
transmitter components Replace the TPMS
items with an “*” is found in this section. every position. Check that the head restraints and
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap headrests move up and down smoothly and the
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age. Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth locks (if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
Wheel alignment and balance If the vehicle operation and make sure the pedal does not bind positions.
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mat away
should pull to either side while driving on a
from the pedal.
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel
Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt NOTE: Exhaust system Make sure there are no loose
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
Care should be taken to avoid situations
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and are installed securely. Check the belt web- exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust
and potential no-start conditions such as:
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. system inspected by an INFINITI retailer. See the
1. Installation or extended use of electronic carbon monoxide warning in the “Starting and
Steering wheel Check for changes in the steer- accessories that consume battery power driving” section of this manual.
ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard when the engine is not running (Phone char-
steering or strange noises. Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil,
gers, GPS, DVD players, etc.)
water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
Warning lights and chimes Make sure all 2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
warning lights and chimes are operating properly. driven short distances. In these cases, the air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
battery may need to be charged to maintain notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident,
Windshield wiper and washer* Check that check for the cause and have it corrected imme-
battery health.
the wipers and washer operate properly and that diately.
the wipers do not streak. Brake fluid level* Make sure that the brake fluid
level is between the MIN and MAX lines on the Power steering fluid level* and lines Check
Windshield defroster Check that the air reservoir. the level when the fluid is cold, with the engine
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in off. Check the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or Engine coolant level* Check the coolant level cracks, etc.
air conditioner. when the engine is cold.
Radiator and hoses Check the front of the
Engine drive belts* Make sure the drive belts
Under the hood and vehicle are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
The maintenance items listed here should be Engine oil level* Check the level after parking hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
checked periodically (for example, each time you the vehicle on a level surface with the engine off. connections.
check the engine oil or refuel). Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain
Battery* Check the fluid level in each cell. It back into the oil pan.
should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Ve-
hicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.
8-4 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Underbody The underbody is frequently ex- When performing any inspection or maintenance ● Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
posed to corrosive substances such as those work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent matic engine cooling fan. It may come
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to on at any time without warning, even if
important to remove these substances from the the vehicle. The following are general precau- the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
underbody, otherwise rust may form on the floor tions which should be closely observed. tion and the engine is not running. To
pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the avoid injury, always disconnect the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor- WARNING negative battery cable before working
oughly flushed with plain water, in those areas near the fan.
where mud and dirt may have accumulated. For ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap-
additional information, refer to “Appearance and ply the parking brake securely and ● If you must run the engine in an en-
care” section of this manual. block the wheels to prevent the vehicle closed space such as a garage, be sure
from moving. Move the shift lever to P there is proper ventilation for exhaust
Windshield-washer fluid* Check that there is (Park). gases to escape.
adequate fluid in the reservoir.
● Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF ● Never get under the vehicle while it is
or LOCK position when performing any supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
parts replacement or repairs. sary to work under the vehicle, support
● If you must work with the engine run- it with safety stands.
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair ● Keep smoking materials, flame and
and tools away from moving fans, belts sparks away from the fuel tank and
and any other moving parts. battery.
● It is advisable to secure or remove any ● The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
loose clothing and remove any jewelry, serviced by an INFINITI retailer because
such as rings, watches, etc. before the fuel lines are under high pressure
working on your vehicle. even when the engine is off.
● Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle.
CAUTION
● Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
wait until it cools down.
● Avoid contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, engine coolant and/or other vehicle
fluids can damage the environment. Al-
ways conform to local regulations for
disposal of vehicle fluid.
● Never leave the engine or continuously
variable transmission related compo-
nent harnesses disconnected while the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
● Never connect or disconnect the battery
or any transistorized component while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
This “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
gives instructions regarding only those items
which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
servicing may result in operating difficulties or
excessive emissions, and could affect warranty
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing,
have it done by an INFINITI retailer.
LDI2498
● The life expectancy of the factory-fill This vehicle contains Genuine NISSAN Long Life
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or Antifreeze/Coolant (blue). The life expectancy of
7 years. Mixing any other type of cool- the factory-fill coolant is 105,000 miles
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long (168,000 km) or 7 years. Mixing any other type of
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue), includ- coolant or the use of non-distilled water will re-
ing Genuine NISSAN Long Life duce the life expectancy of the factory-fill coolant.
Antifreeze/Coolant (green), or the use For additional information, refer to the INFINITI
of non-distilled water will reduce the Service and Maintenance Guide.
life expectancy of the factory-fill cool-
ant. Refer to the INFINITI Service and The engine coolant reservoir is a pressur-
Maintenance Guide for more details. ized tank. When installing the cap, tighten
it until a clocking sound is heard.
If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked by an INFINITI
LDI2519
retailer.
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
For additional information on the location of the
LEVEL engine coolant reservoir, refer to 9Engine com-
Check the coolant level in the reservoir when partment check locations9 in this section.
the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below
the MIN level s 1 , add coolant to the MAX level CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
s2 . If the reservoir is empty, check the coolant
An INFINITI retailer can change the engine cool-
level in the radiator when the engine is cold. If ant. The service procedure can be found in the
there is insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the
INFINITI Service Manual.
radiator with coolant up to the filler opening and
also add it to the reservoir up to the MAX level s 2 . Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.
ENGINE OIL
WARNING
● To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the en-
gine is hot.
● Never remove the radiator or engine
coolant reservoir cap when the engine
is hot. Serious burns could be caused by
high pressure fluid escaping from the
radiator.
● Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible. LDI2087 WDI0214
● Keep coolant out of the reach of chil- CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil
dren and pets. level. It should be between the H (High) and
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply L (Low) marks s B . This is the normal oper-
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly. the parking brake.
Check your local regulations. ating oil level range. If the oil level is below
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches the L (Low) mark s A , remove the oil filler cap
operating temperature. and pour recommended oil through the
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than opening. Do not fill oil level above H
10 minutes for the oil to drain back into (High) mark s C.
the oil pan. 6. Recheck the oil level with the dipstick.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Re- It is normal to add some oil between oil
insert it all the way. maintenance intervals or during the
break-in period, depending on the severity
of operating conditions.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches
operating temperature, then turn it off.
3. Remove the oil filler cap s
A by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
sB.
● Waste oil must be disposed of prop- 4. Remove pins s C from the right engine pro-
erly. tector located inside right wheel well, re-
move protector. Remove oil filter sB with an
● Check your local regulations.
oil filter wrench by turning it counterclock-
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new wise. Then remove the oil filter by turning it
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with by hand.
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: CAUTION
25 ft-lb (34 N·m) Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through
the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler 5. Wipe the engine oil filter sealing surface with
cap securely. a clean rag.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in CAUTION
the “Technical and consumer information” ● Be sure to remove any old gasket
section of this manual for drain and refill material remaining on the sealing
capacity. surface of the engine. Failure to do
The drain and refill capacity depends on the so could lead to an oil leak and en-
oil temperature and drain time. Use these gine damage.
specifications for reference only. Always use ● The dipstick must be inserted in
the dipstick to determine when the proper place to prevent oil spillage from the
amount of oil is in the engine. LDI2342
dipstick hole when filling the engine
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER with oil.
the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re- 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply 6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean
quired.
the parking brake. engine oil.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than
2. Turn the engine off. 7. Screw on the oil filter until a slight resistance
10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary. 3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter s
B. is felt, then tighten an additional 2/3 turn.
BRAKE FLUID
CAUTION CAUTION
● DO NOT OVERFILL. Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid is
● Use of a power steering fluid other than
spilled, immediately wash the surface with
Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will prevent the
water.
power steering system from operating
properly. Refer to, “Engine compartment check locations”
● Power steering fluid is poisonous and for location of brake fluid reservoir.
should be stored carefully in marked Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the brake
containers out of the reach of children. fluid is below the MIN line s B , the brake warning
light will illuminate. Add brake fluid up to the MAX
line sA . For additional information, refer to “Rec-
ommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in
LDI2463 the “Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion for the recommended type of brake fluid.
WARNING
If the brake fluid must be added frequently, the
● Use only new fluid from a sealed con- brake system should be thoroughly checked by
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated an INFINITI retailer.
fluid may damage the brake system.
The use of improper fluids can damage
the brake system and affect the vehi-
cle’s stopping ability.
● Clean the filler cap before removing.
● Brake fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of reach of children.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving ● Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
conditions require an increased amount of Clean the battery with a solution of baking
windshield-washer fluid. soda and water.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN ● Make certain the terminal connections are
Windshield-Washer Concentrate Cleaner & An- clean and securely tightened.
tifreeze or equivalent.
● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
CAUTION longer, disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharge.
● Do not substitute engine antifreeze
coolant for windshield-washer fluid. NOTE:
This may result in damage to the paint.
Care should be taken to avoid situations
● Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid
that can lead to potential battery discharge
reservoir with washer fluid concen-
LDI0355 and potential no-start conditions such as:
trates at full strength. Some methyl al-
1. Installation or extended use of electronic
WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID cohol based washer fluid concentrates
accessories that consume battery power
RESERVOIR may permanently stain the grille if
spilled while filling the windshield- when the engine is not running (Phone char-
Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir periodi- washer fluid reservoir. gers, GPS, DVD players, etc).
cally. Add windshield-washer fluid when the low ● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with 2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only
windshield-washer fluid warning light comes on. water to the manufacturer’s recom- driven short distances. In these cases, the
To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir, lift mended levels before pouring the fluid battery may need to be charged to maintain
the cap off the reservoir and pour the windshield- into the windshield-washer fluid reser- battery health.
washer fluid into the reservoir opening. voir. Do not use the windshield-washer
fluid reservoir to mix the washer fluid
Add a washer solvent to the washer for better concentrate and water.
cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield-
washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions for the mixture ratio.
LDI2132
CAUTION
● Do not ground accessories directly to
the battery terminal. Doing so will by-
pass the variable voltage control sys-
tem and the vehicle battery may not
charge completely.
LDI0302 ● Use electrical accessories with the en-
gine running to avoid discharging the
2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is vehicle battery.
necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level up to the bottom of
the filler opening. Do not overfill. Reinstall
the vent caps.
DRIVE BELT
Your vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage 2. Have the belt checked regularly for condi-
control system. This system measures the tion and tension in accordance with the
amount of electrical discharge from the battery maintenance schedule found in your
and controls voltage generated by the generator. “INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide”.
The current sensor is located near the battery
along the negative battery cable. If you add elec-
trical accessories to your vehicle, be sure to
ground them to a suitable body ground such as
the frame or engine block area.
LDI2099
1. Drive belt automatic tensioner pulley
2. Alternator pulley
3. Air conditioner compressor pulley
4 Crankshaft pulley
WARNING
Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or
LOCK position before servicing drive belt.
The engine could rotate unexpectedly.
1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual
wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If the belt is
in poor condition or is loose, have it replaced
or adjusted by an INFINITI retailer.
WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch are
off and that the parking brake is engaged
securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect socket
can damage the spark plugs.
If replacement is required see your INFINITI re-
tailer for assistance.
SDI1895 LDI2117
Iridium-tipped spark plugs The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned
and reused.
It is not necessary to replace iridium-tipped s
A
spark plugs as frequently as conventional type Replace the air cleaner filter according to the
spark plugs because they last much longer. Fol- maintenance log shown in the “Warranty Informa-
low the maintenance log shown in the “INFINITI tion and Maintenance Booklet.”
Service and Maintenance Guide”. Do not service To remove the air cleaner filter:
iridium-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regap-
ping. ● Unlatch the clips and move the air cleaner
cover upward.
● Always replace spark plugs with rec-
ommended or equivalent ones. ● Remove the air cleaner filter.
● Wipe the inside of the air cleaner filter hous-
ing and the cover with a damp cloth.
8-18 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
NOTE: CLEANING
After installing a new air cleaner, make If your windshield is not clear after using the
sure the air cleaner cover is seated in the windshield-washer or if a wiper blade chatters
housing and latch the clips. when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.
WARNING
Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer
● Operating the engine with the air cleaner solution or a mild detergent. Your windshield is
removed can cause you or others to be clean if beads do not form when rinsing with clear
burned. The air cleaner not only cleans water.
the air, it stops the flame if the engine
backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked
backfires, you could be burned. Do not in a washer solution or a mild detergent. Then
drive with the air cleaner removed, and rinse the blades with clear water. If your wind-
be careful when working on the engine shield is still not clear after cleaning the blades LDI2486
with the air cleaner removed. and using the wiper, replace the blades.
REPLACING
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body or CAUTION
attempt to start the engine with the air Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
cleaner removed. Doing so could result Worn windshield wiper blades can dam-
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
in serious injury. age the windshield and impair driver
vision. 2. Push the release tab s
B then move the wiper
AIR CONDITIONER FILTER blade down the wiper arm sC to remove.
The air conditioner filter restricts the entry of 3. Remove the wiper blade.
airborne dust and pollen particles and reduces
some objectionable outside odors. The filter is 4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper
located behind the glove box. Refer to the arm until it clicks into place.
“INFINITI Warranty Information and Maintenance 5. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the
Booklet” for change intervals.
groove.
If replacement is required, see your INFINITI re-
tailer.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-19
6. Return the wiper to its original position and Rear window wiper blade
release it until it has made contact with the
windshield. Contact an INFINITI retailer if checking or re-
placement is required.
CAUTION
● After wiper blade replacement, return
the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the
hood is opened.
● Make sure the wiper blades contact the
glass; otherwise the arms may be dam-
aged from wind pressure.
WDI0629
If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful not
to let wax get into the windshield-washer nozzle
sA . This may cause clogging or improper
windshield-washer operation. If wax gets into the
nozzle, remove it with a needle or small pin s
B.
BRAKES
If the brakes do not operate properly, have the Proper brake inspection intervals should
brakes checked by an INFINITI retailer. be followed. For additional information regard-
ing brake inspections, refer to the appropriate
Self-adjusting brakes maintenance schedule information in the
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting “INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide”.
brakes.
The front and rear disc-type brakes self-adjust
every time the brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
See an INFINITI retailer for a brake system
check if the brake pedal height does not
return to normal.
FUSES
LDI2267 LDI0456
ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing the 5. If the fuse is open s
A , replace it with a new
tab and lifting the cover up. fuse s B.
CAUTION 4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower fuse puller is located in the fuse block in the system checked and repaired by an INFINITI
amperage rating than specified on the passenger compartment. retailer.
fuse box cover. This could damage the Fusible links
electrical system or cause a fire.
If the electrical equipment does not operate and
If any electrical equipment does not come on, fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
check for an open fuse. links. If any of these fusible links are melted,
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight replace with only Genuine NISSAN parts.
switch are OFF.
2. Open the engine hood.
LDI2092 LDI0456
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
LDI2035
Extended storage switch
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
remove the extended storage switch and check
for an open fuse.
NOTE:
The extended storage switch is used for
long term vehicle storage. Even if the ex-
tended storage switch is broken it is not
necessary to replace it. Replace only the
open fuse in the switch with a new fuse.
LIGHTS
FOG LIGHTS
Replacing the fog light bulb
If replacement is required, see your INFINITI re-
tailer.
1. Headlight assembly
2 Map light
3 Personal light
4. Cargo light
5. License plate light
6. Rear combination light
7. Courtesy light
8. Fog light
WDI0263
Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When
replacing a bulb, first remove the lens, light
and/or cover using a cloth and suitable tool.
Indicates bulb removal
LDI2496
Indicates bulb installation
8-28 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
WDI0206
Cargo light
Use a cloth s
1 to protect the housing.
LDI2085
Rear combination light
If you have a flat tire, refer to “Flat tire” in The TPMS will activate only when the ● Tires can lose air suddenly when
the “In case of emergency” section of this vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH driven over potholes or other objects
manual for additional information. (25 km/h). Also, this system may not de- or if the vehicle strikes a curb while
TIRE PRESSURE tect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for parking.
example a flat tire while driving).
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The tire pressures should be checked
For additional information, refer to “Low when the tires are cold. The tires are
WARNING tire pressure warning light” in the “Instru- considered COLD after the vehicle has
ments and controls” section and “Flat tire” been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven
Radio waves could adversely affect in the “In case of emergency” section.
electric medical equipment. Those less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate
who use a pacemaker should con- Tire inflation pressure speeds.
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ- Check the tire pressures (including the TPMS with Tire Inflation Indicator pro-
ences before use. spare) often and always prior to long dis- vides visual and audible signals outside
tance trips. The recommended tire pres- the vehicle for inflating the tires to the
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire sure specifications are shown on the recommended COLD tire pressure. For
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label additional information, refer to “TPMS
monitors tire pressure of all tires except or the Tire and Loading Information label with Tire Inflation Indicator” in the “Start-
the spare. When the low tire pressure under the “Cold Tire Pressure” heading. ing and driving” section.
warning light is lit and the “Tire Pressure The Tire and Loading Information label is
Low – Add Air” warning appears in the affixed to the driver side center pillar. Tire Incorrect tire pressure, including un-
vehicle information display, one or more of pressures should be checked regularly der inflation, may adversely affect
your tires is significantly under-inflated. If because: tire life and vehicle handling.
equipped, the system also displays pres-
sure of all tires (except the spare tire) on ● Most tires naturally lose air over time.
the display screen by sending a signal
from a sensor that is installed in each
wheel.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31
s
4 Tire size - refer to “Tire labeling” in
this section.
s
5 Spare tire size.
s
6 Vehicle load limit: Refer to “Vehicle
loading information” in the “Technical
and consumer information” section.
LDI2083
WDI0395
Example
s
1 Tire size (example: P215/65R15 95H) 4. R: The “R” stands for radial.
1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de- 5. Two-digit number (15): This number
signed for passenger vehicles (not all is the wheel or rim diameter in inches.
tires have this information). 6. Two- or three-digit number (95): This
2. Three-digit number (215): This num- number is the tire’s load index. It is a
ber gives the width in millimeters of measurement of how much weight
the tire from sidewall edge to side- each tire can support. You may not
wall edge. find this information on all tires be-
cause it is not required by law.
3. Two-digit number (65): This number,
known as the aspect ratio, gives the
tire’s ratio of height to width.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-35
s
3 Tire ply composition and material
new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX (Optional). This number indicates the maximum load
XXXX) 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufac- in kilograms and pounds that can be car-
ture. ried by the tire. When replacing the tires
1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart- on the vehicle, always use a tire that has
ment Of Transportation”. The symbol 6. Four numbers represent the week the same load rating as the factory in-
can be placed above, below or to the and year the tire was built. For ex- stalled tire.
left or right of the Tire Identification ample, the numbers 3103 means the
Number. 31st week of 2003. If these numbers s
6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”
2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s are missing then look on the other Indicates whether the tire requires an in-
sidewall of the tire. ner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tubeless”).
identification mark.
3. Two-digit code: Tire size.
8-36 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
s
7 The word “radial” TYPES OF TIRES All season tires
The word “radial” is shown if the tire has WARNING
INFINITI specifies All Season tires on some mod-
radial structure. els to provide good performance all year, includ-
● When changing or replacing tires, be ing snowy and icy road conditions. All Season
s
8 Manufacturer or brand name sure all four tires are of the same type tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S
(i.e., Summer, All Season or Snow) and on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow
Manufacturer or brand name is shown. construction. An INFINITI retailer may traction than All Season tires and may be more
Other Tire-related Terminology be able to help you with information appropriate in some areas.
about tire type, size, speed rating and
In addition to the many terms that are availability. Summer tires
defined throughout this section, Intended ● Replacement tires may have a lower INFINITI specifies summer tires on some models
Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that speed rating than the factory equipped to provide superior performance on dry roads.
tires, and may not match the potential Summer tire performance is substantially re-
contains a whitewall, bears white lettering duced in snow and ice. Summer tires do not have
or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed
the maximum speed rating of the tire. the tire traction rating “M&S” on the tire sidewall.
model name molding that is higher or
● Replacing tires with those not originally If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy
deeper than the same molding on the conditions, INFINITI recommends the use of
specified by INFINITI could affect the
other sidewall of the tire, or (2) the out- proper operation of the low tire pres- SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all 4
ward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical sure warning system. wheels.
tire that has a particular side that must ● For additional information regarding Snow tires
always face outward when mounted on a tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety In-
vehicle. formation” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa- If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Informa- tires equivalent in size and load rating to the
tion Booklet. original equipment tires. If you do not, it can
adversely affect the safety and handling of your
vehicle.
Generally, snow tires have lower speed ratings Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to
than factory equipped tires and may not match location. Check the local laws before installing
the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never ex- tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure
ceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. they are the proper size for the tires on your
vehicle and are installed according to the chain
If you install snow tires, they must be the same
manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only SAE
size, brand, construction and tread pattern on all
class “S” chains. Class “S” chains are used on
four wheels.
vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance.
For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are de-
may be used. However, some U.S. states and signed to meet the minimum clearances between
Canadian provinces prohibit their use. Check the tire and the closest vehicle suspension or
local, state and provincial laws before installing body component required to accommodate the
studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of use of a winter traction device (tire chains or
studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be cables). The minimum clearances are determined
poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. using the factory equipped tire size. Other types WDI0258
may damage your vehicle. Use chain tensioners
TIRE CHAINS when recommended by the tire chain manufac- CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
turer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the
CAUTION tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent
Tire rotation
Tire chains/cables should not be installed the possibility of whipping action damage to the INFINITI recommends rotating the tires
on 235/55R20 size tires. Installation of the fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully load- every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
tire chains/cables on 235/55R20 size tires ing your vehicle when using tire chains. In addi-
will cause damage to the vehicle. If you tion, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your For additional information, refer to “Flat
plan to use tire chains/cables, you should vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling tire” in the “In case of emergency” section
install 235/65R18 size tires on your and performance may be adversely affected.
of this manual for tire replacing proce-
vehicle. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with dures.
chains in such conditions can cause damage to
the various mechanisms of the vehicle due to As soon as possible, tighten the
some overstress. wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench.
8-38 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Replacing wheels and tires ● If the wheels are changed for any rea- ● Do not install a damaged or deformed
When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread son, always replace with wheels which wheel or tire even if it has been re-
have the same off-set dimension. paired. Such wheels or tires could have
design, speed rating and load carrying capacity
Wheels of a different off-set could structural damage and could fail with-
as originally equipped. Recommended types and
cause premature tire wear, degrade ve- out warning.
sizes are shown in “Wheels and tires” in the hicle handling characteristics, affect the
“Technical and consumer information” section of ● The use of retread tires is not
VDC system and/or interference with
this manual. recommended.
the brake discs/drums. Such interfer-
ence can lead to decreased braking ef- ● For additional information regarding
WARNING ficiency and/or early brake pad/shoe tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety In-
● The use of tires other than those recom- wear. Refer to “Wheels and tires” in the formation” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
mended or the mixed use of tires of “Technical and consumer information” tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Informa-
different brands, construction (bias, section of this manual for wheel off-set tion Booklet.
bias-belted or radial), or tread patterns dimensions.
can adversely affect the ride, braking, Wheel balance
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel
handling, VDC system, ground clear- is replaced, tire pressure will not be Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
ance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain indicated, the TPMS will not function and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get
clearance, speedometer calibration, and the low tire pressure warning light out of balance. Therefore, they should be bal-
headlight aim and bumper height. will flash for approximately 1 minute. anced as required.
Some of these effects may lead to acci- The light will remain on after 1 minute.
dents and could result in serious per- Wheel balance service should be per-
Contact your INFINITI retailer as soon formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
sonal injury. as possible for tire replacement and/or Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
● If your vehicle was originally equipped system resetting. could lead to mechanical damage.
with 4 tires that were the same size and ● Replacing tires with those not originally
you are only replacing 2 of the 4 tires, ● For additional information regarding
specified by INFINITI could affect the tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
install the new tires on the rear axle. proper operation of the TPMS.
Placing new tires on the front axle may Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Infor-
cause loss of vehicle control in some mation” (Canada) in the Warranty In-
driving conditions and cause an acci- formation Booklet.
dent and personal injury.
MEMO
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . 9-2 Emission control information label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Fuel recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Tire and loading information label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Air conditioner specification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil Installing front license plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8 Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8 Vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Securing the load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9 Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
When traveling or registering your vehicle in Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
another country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Maximum load limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Towing load/specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Vehicle identification number Towing safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
(chassis number) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Flat towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Engine serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11 Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . . . . . . . . 9-11 Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test . . . . . 9-30
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
• For additional information, refer to “Fuel recom-
Fuel 19-1/2 gal 16-1/4 gal 74 L
mendation” in this section.
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil”
Engine oil Drain and refill in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
of this manual.
• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
With oil filter • Engine oil with API Certification Mark
5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt 4.8 L
change • Viscosity SAE 5W-30
VQ35DE • INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester
Without oil filter Oil available at an INFINITI retailer.
4-3/4 qt 4 qt 4.5 L • For additional information, refer to “Engine oil
change
and oil filter recommendations” in this section.
9.6 L • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Cooling system With reservoir 2-1/2 gal 2-1/8 gal
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• INFINITI recommends using Genuine NISSAN
CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in INFINITI CVTs. Do not
mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid — — — equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not
covered under INFINITI’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new INFINITI vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
LTI2051 equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals”.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
RECOMMENDATIONS cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica- Change intervals
tion mark on the front of the container. Oils which
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
Selecting the correct oil do not have the specified quality label should not
engine are based on the use of the specified
be used as they could cause engine damage.
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory Oil additives that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
engine life and performance. For additional infor- recommended oil and filter change intervals
INFINITI does not recommend the use of oil ad- could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
mation, refer to 9Recommended fluids/lubricants
ditives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
and capacities9 in this section. INFINITI recom-
when the proper oil type is used and maintenance rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
mends the use of an energy conserving oil in
intervals are followed. covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited war-
order to improve fuel economy.
ranty.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been
Select only engine oils that meet the American
previously used should not be used.
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval
9-6 Technical and consumer information
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
Model VQ35DE
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-block, Slanted at 60°
Bore x Stroke in (mm) 3.760 x 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4)
Displacement cu in (cm3) 213.45 (3,498)
Firing order 1–2–3–4–5–6
Idle speed
CVT (in “N” position)
No adjustment is necessary.
Ignition timing (degree B.T.D.C. at idle speed)
CO % at idle
Spark plug FXE22HR-11
Spark plug gap (Nominal) in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)
Camshaft operation Timing chain
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
WTI0058 WTI0173
TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABEL LABEL
The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and The air conditioner specification label is affixed to
Loading Information label. The label is located as the underside of the hood as shown.
shown.
● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb ● Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit, VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY
weight plus the combined weight of Total load capacity - maximum total
Do not exceed the load limit of your ve-
passengers and cargo. weight limit specified of the load
hicle shown as “The combined weight of
(passengers and cargo) for the ve-
● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- occupants and cargo” on the Tire and
hicle. This is the maximum combined
ing) - maximum total combined Loading Information label. Do not exceed
weight of occupants and cargo that
weight of the unloaded vehicle, pas- the number of occupants shown as
can be loaded into the vehicle. If the
sengers, luggage, hitch, trailer “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load-
vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the
tongue load and any other optional ing Information label.
trailer tongue weight must be in-
equipment. This information is lo- cluded as part of the cargo load. This To get “the combined weight of occu-
cated on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. information is located on the Tire and pants and cargo”, add the weight of all
certification label. Loading Information label. occupants, then add the total luggage
● GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - weight. Examples are shown in the follow-
● Cargo capacity - permissible weight
ing illustration.
maximum weight (load) limit specified of cargo, the subtracted weight of
for the front or rear axle. This informa- occupants from the load limit.
tion is located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
rating) - The maximum total weight
rating of the vehicle, passengers,
cargo, and trailer.
LTI0152
Example
9-16 Technical and consumer information
TOWING A TRAILER
Secure loose items to prevent weight ● For the first 500 miles (805 km) that you
● Properly secure all cargo with
tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 mph
ropes or straps to help prevent it shifts that could affect the balance of your (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full
from sliding or shifting. Do not vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive throttle. This helps the engine and other
place cargo higher than the seat- to a scale and weigh the front and the rear parts of your vehicle wear in at the
backs. In a sudden stop or colli- wheels separately to determine axle heavier loads.
sion, unsecured cargo could loads. Individual axle loads should not ex-
cause personal injury. Your new vehicle was designed to be used pri-
ceed either of the gross axle weight rat- marily to carry passengers and cargo. Remember
● Do not load your vehicle any ings (GAWR). The total of the axle loads that towing a trailer places additional loads on
heavier than the GVWR or the should not exceed the gross vehicle your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steering, brak-
maximum front and rear GAWRs. weight rating (GVWR). These ratings are ing and other systems.
If you do, parts of your vehicle can given on the vehicle certification label. If An INFINITI Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available
break, tire damage could occur,
or it can change the way your weight ratings are exceeded, move or re- on the website at www.InfinitiUSA.com. This
move items to bring all weights below the guide includes information on trailer towing ca-
vehicle handles. This could result pability and the special equipment required for
in loss of control and cause per- ratings.
proper towing.
sonal injury.
9-18 Technical and consumer information
To determine the available towing capacity, use ● Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) from The available towing capacity may be less than
the following procedure. F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label - the maximum towing capacity due to the passen-
7,250 lb. (3,289 kg). ger and cargo load in the vehicle.
1. Find the GCWR for your vehicle on the
9Towing Load/Specification9 chart found in ● Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) Remember to keep trailer tongue weight be-
this section. from “Towing Load/Specification9 chart - tween 10 - 15% of the trailer weight or within the
15,100 lb. (6,849 kg). trailer tongue load specification recommended
2. Subtract the actual vehicle weight from the by the trailer manufacturer. If the tongue load
GCWR. The remaining amount is the avail- ● Maximum Trailer towing capacity from “Tow- becomes excessive, rearrange the cargo to ob-
able maximum towing capacity. ing Load/Specification9 chart - 9,100 lb. tain the proper tongue load. Do not exceed the
(4,128 kg). maximum tongue weight specification shown in
To determine the Gross Trailer Weight, weigh
the “Towing load/specification” chart even if the
your trailer on a scale with all equipment and 7,250 lb. (3,289 kg) GVWR
calculated available tongue weight is greater
cargo, that are normally in the trailer when it is – 6,350 lb. (2,880 kg) GVW than 15%. If the calculated tongue weight is less
towed. Make sure the Gross trailer weight is not than 10%, reduce the total trailer weight to match
more than the Gross Trailer Weight Rating shown = 900 lb. (409 kg) Available for tongue
the available tongue weight.
on the trailer and is not more than the calculated weight
available maximum towing capacity. Always verify that available capacities are within
the required ratings.
Also weigh the front and rear axles on the scale to 15,100 lb. (6,849 kg) GCWR
make sure the Front Gross Axle Weight and Rear – 6,350 lb. (2,880 kg) GVW
Gross Axle Weight are not more than Front
Gross Axle Weight and Rear Gross Axle Weight = 9,123 lb. (4,138 kg) Capacity available for
on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. towing
The cargo in the trailer and vehicle may need to
be moved or removed to meet the specified rat- 900 lb. (409 kg) Available tongue weight
ings.
/ 8,750 lb. (3,969 kg) Available capacity
Example:
= 10% tongue weight
● Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) as weighed
on a scale - including passengers, cargo and
hitch - 6,350 lb. (2,880 kg).
Technical and consumer information 9-21
● Always secure items in the trailer to prevent ● Always secure items in the trailer to prevent 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
load shift while driving. load shift while driving.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill
● Keep the cargo load as low as possible in ● Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or side of the vehicle and trailer wheels.
the trailer to keep the trailer center of gravity lock to prevent the coupler from inadver-
tently becoming unlatched. 3. After the wheel blocks are in place, slowly
low.
release the brake pedal until the blocks ab-
● Load the trailer so approximately 60% of the ● Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. sorb the vehicle load.
trailer load is in the front half and 40% is in ● Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. 4. Apply the parking brake.
the back half. Also make sure the load is
balanced side to side. ● Always drive your vehicle at a moderate 5. Shift the transmission into P (Park).
speed.
● Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure, ve- 6. Turn off the engine.
● When backing up, hold the bottom of the
hicle tire pressure, trailer light operation, and
steering wheel with one hand. Move your To drive away:
trailer wheel lug nuts every time you attach a
hand in the direction in which you want the
trailer to the vehicle. 1. Start the vehicle.
trailer to go. Make small corrections and
● Be certain your rearview mirrors conform to back up slowly. If possible, have someone 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
all federal, state or local regulations. If not, guide you when you are backing up.
install any mirrors required for towing before 3. Shift the transmission into gear.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
driving the vehicle. 4. Release the parking brake.
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
● Determine the overall height of the vehicle recommended; however, if you must do so: 5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are
and trailer so the required clearance is clear from the blocks.
known. CAUTION
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
Trailer towing tips If you move the shift selector to the P
(Park) position before blocking the 7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
In order to gain skill and an understanding of the wheels and applying the parking brake,
vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning, transmission damage could occur.
stopping and backing up in an area which is free
from traffic. Steering stability and braking perfor-
mance will be somewhat different than under
normal driving conditions.
Technical and consumer information 9-27
● While going downhill, the weight of the ● When making a turn, your trailer wheels will ● Be careful when passing other vehicles.
trailer pushing on the tow vehicle may de- be closer to the inside of the turn than your Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
crease overall stability. Therefore, to main- vehicle wheels. To compensate for this, siderably more distance than normal pass-
tain adequate control, reduce your speed make a larger than normal turning radius ing. Remember, the length of the trailer must
and shift to a lower gear. Avoid long or during the turn. also pass the other vehicle before you can
repeated use of the brakes when descend- safely change lanes.
● Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely
ing a hill, as this reduces their effectiveness
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus- ● Downshift the transmission to a lower gear
and could cause overheating. Shifting to a
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by for engine braking when driving down steep
lower gear instead provides “engine brak-
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible or long hills. This will help slow the vehicle
ing” and reduces the need to brake as fre-
changes in crosswinds that could affect ve- without applying the brakes.
quently.
hicle handling.
● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long
● If the engine coolant temperature rises to a
Do the following if the trailer begins to sway: or too frequently. This could cause the
high temperature, refer to “If your vehicle
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
overheats” in the “In case of emergency” 1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal to
braking efficiency.
section of this owner’s manual. allow the vehicle to coast and steer as
straight ahead as the road conditions allow. ● Increase your following distance to allow for
● Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
This combination will help stabilize the ve- greater stopping distances while towing a
circumstances.
hicle trailer. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
● Avoid towing a trailer for your vehicle’s first
– Do not correct trailer sway by steering or ● INFINITI recommends that the cruise control
500 miles (805 km).
applying the brakes. not be used while towing a trailer.
● For the first 500 miles (805 km) that you do
2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the ● Some states or provinces have specific
tow, do not drive over 50 MPH (80 km/h).
brakes and pull to the side of the road in a regulations and speed limits for vehicles that
● Have your vehicle serviced more often than safe area. are towing trailers. Obey the local speed
at intervals specified in the recommended limits.
3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is bal-
Maintenance Schedule in the “INFINITI Ser-
anced as described in this section. ● Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness con-
vice and Maintenance Guide”.
nections, and trailer wheel lug nuts after
50 miles (80 km) of travel and at every break.
● When launching a boat, don’t allow the wa- DOT (Department of Transportation) Quality
CAUTION
ter level to go over the exhaust tail pipe or Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to
rear bumper. ● Failure to follow these guidelines can federal safety requirements in addition to these
result in severe transmission damage. grades.
● Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights
before backing the trailer into the water or ● Whenever flat towing your vehicle, al- Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the trailer lights may burn out. ways tow forward, never backward. the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
When towing a trailer, final drive gear oil ● DO NOT tow any continuously variable maximum section width. For example:
should be replaced and transmission transmission vehicle with all four Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
oil/fluid should be changed more fre- wheels on the ground (flat towing). Do-
quently. For additional information, refer to ing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmis- Treadwear
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec- sion parts due to lack of transmission
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
tion in this manual. lubrication.
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
FLAT TOWING ● For emergency towing procedures refer under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
to “Towing recommended by INFINITI” ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the in the “In case of emergency” section of 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This this manual. as well on the government course as a tire graded
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle 100. The relative performance of tires depends
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor Continuously Variable Transmission upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
home. To tow a vehicle equipped with a continuously and may depart significantly from the norm due to
variable transmission, an appropriate vehicle variations in driving habits, service practices and
dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle’s differences in road characteristics and climate.
drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufac- Traction AA, A, B and C
turer’s recommendations when using their prod-
uct. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the
tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea-
sured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Technical and consumer information 9-29
MEMO
10 Index
2nd row bench seat adjustment . . . . . .1-5, 1-7 Compact disc (CD) player . . . . . . . . .4-67 Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) system . . . . .5-32
Audio System Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-32
A Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-71 Bluetooth® audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-78
Audio system Bluetooth® hands-free phone
Aiming control, headlights . . . . . . . . . . .2-35 FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-96, 4-110
Air bag (See supplemental restraint (CD) player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-64 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-44
system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-47 Audio System Brake
Air bag system iPod® Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-76 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . . . .5-97
Front (See supplemental front impact iPod® player operation. . . . . . . . . . .4-76 Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-13
air bag system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-54 Audio system Brake light (See stop light). . . . . . . . .8-27
Air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-64 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-49 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-96
Air bag warning light. . . . . . . . . . .1-65, 2-13 Steering wheel audio control switch . . .4-81 Brake warning light. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-65, 2-13 USB interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-74 Brake wear indicators . . . . . . . .2-15, 8-21
Air cleaner housing filter . . . . . . . . . . . .8-18 Autolight switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-34 Parking brake operation . . . . . . . . . .5-21
Air conditioner Automatic Self-adjusting brakes . . . . . . . . . . . .8-21
Air conditioner service . . . . . . . . . . .4-49 Automatic drive positioner . . . . . . . . .3-34 Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-13
Air conditioner specification label . . . . .9-12 Automatic power window switch . . . . .2-55 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-21
Air conditioner system refrigerant and Automatic anti-glare inside mirror . . . . . . .3-31 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-96
oil recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-7 Automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6 Break-in schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-90
Heater and air conditioner controls . . . .4-42 Automatic drive positioner . . . . . . . . . . .3-34 Brightness/contrast button . . . . . . . .4-7, 4-16
Servicing air conditioner . . . . . . . . . .4-49 Brightness control
Alarm system Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36
(See vehicle security system) . . . . . . . . .2-26 B Bulb check/instrument panel . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Anchor point locations . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-30 Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-27
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-83 Backup Collision Intervention (BSI) system. .5-44
Anti-lock brake warning light . . . . . . . . . .2-9 Backup Collision Warning (BCW) system . .5-44
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . . . . . .5-97 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-14 C
Armrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8 Charge warning light . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Around View™ Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-23 Battery replacement Capacities and recommended
Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 Key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-24 fuel/lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2
Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-49 Before starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . .5-16 Cargo light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-60
Bluetooth® audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-78 Belt (See drive belt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-17 Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-14
Car phone or CB radio . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-95 Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6 Changing engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
CD care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-80 Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-51 Changing engine oil filter . . . . . . . . . .8-11
CD player (See audio system) . . . . . . . . .4-67 Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-48 Checking engine coolant level . . . . . . . .8-8
Check tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25 Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Child restraints . . . . . . .1-23, 1-24, 1-25, 1-27 Engine compartment check locations . . . .8-6
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for D Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . .2-6
CHildren) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-27 Engine cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7
Precautions on child Defroster switch Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
restraints. . . . . . . . .1-25, 1-32, 1-39, 1-44 Rear window defroster switch . . . . . . .2-32 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-30 Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player . . . . . . .4-71 Engine oil pressure warning light . . . . . .2-10
Child restraint with top tether strap. . . . . . .1-29 Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-9 Engine oil viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-6
Child safety rear door lock . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7 Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . . . . .2-36 Engine serial number . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11
Chimes, audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . .2-15 Display controls Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-8
Cleaning exterior and interior . . . . . . . . . . .7-2 (see control panel buttons) . . . . . . . . .4-2, 4-8 Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16
C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . . . . . . . .9-11 Distance Control Assist (DCA) system. . . . .5-72 Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . .2-6
Cold weather driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-106 Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5 Enter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2, 4-8
Compact disc (CD) player . . . . . . . . . . .4-67 Drive belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-17 Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) . . . . . . . . .5-4
Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-50 Drive positioner, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . .3-34 Extended storage switch . . . . . . . . . . . .8-24
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). . .5-17 Drive Sport Mode Selector . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Eyeglass case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-47
Continuously Variable Transmission Driving
(CVT) fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12 Cold weather driving . . . . . . . . . . . .5-106
Driving with Continuously Variable Driving with Continuously Variable F
Transmission (CVT) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17 Transmission (CVT) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17
Control panel buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8 Precautions when starting and driving . . . .5-4 Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Brightness/contrast button . . . . . .4-7, 4-16 Dual head restraint DVD system . . . . . . . .4-83 Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
Enter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2, 4-8 Floor mat positioning aid . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5
Without navigation system . . . . . . . . . .4-2 Fluid
Controls E Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-13
Audio controls (steering wheel). . . . . . .4-81 Capacities and recommended
Heater and air conditioner controls. . . . .4-42 Economy - fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-92 fuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2
Coolant Emission control information label . . . . . . .9-11 Continuously Variable Transmission
Capacities and recommended Engine (CVT) fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12
fuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2 Before starting the engine. . . . . . . . . .5-16 Engine coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7
Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . .8-8 Capacities and recommended Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Checking engine coolant level . . . . . . . .8-8 fuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2 Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12
Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . .2-6 Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . .8-8 Windshield-washer fluid. . . . . . . . . . .8-14
10-2
Washer switch
W
Rear window wiper and washer
switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31
Warning
Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . .1-65, 2-13 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-28
Anti-lock brake warning light . . . . . . . . .2-9 Weights (See dimensions and weights) . . . . .9-9
Battery charge warning light . . . . . . . .2-10 Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-31
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) warning Wheel/tire size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-9
light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-32 When traveling or registering your vehicle in
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) warning another country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-32 Windows
Brake warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 Locking passengers’ windows . . . . . . .2-54
Distance Control Assist (DCA) . . . . . . .5-72 Power rear windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54
Engine oil pressure warning light . . . . . .2-10 Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-53
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . .6-2 Rear power windows . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54
Lane Departure Prevention . . . . . . . . .5-25 Windshield-washer fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . .8-14
Lane Departure Warning light. . . . . . . .5-25 Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . .2-28
Loose fuel cap warning . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . .8-19
Low fuel warning light . . . . . . . .2-12, 2-25 Wiper
Low tire pressure warning light . . . . . . .2-10 Rear window wiper and washer
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31
light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11, 2-25
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . .2-28
Passenger air bag and status light . . . . .1-56
Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . .1-18, 2-12 Wiper blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-19
Supplemental air bag warning light .1-65, 2-13
Vehicle security system . . . . . . . . . . .2-26
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Warning labels (for SRS) . . . . . . . . . .1-64
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
10-7