Infiniti QX50 (2011) manual

2011 Infiniti EX Owner’s M anual Printing: February 2011 (11) / OM1E 0J50U2 / Printed in U.S.A. For y our safety , r ead c arefully and keep in thi s v ehicle. 2011 Infiniti EX[...]

Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking about vehicle design. It integrates advanced engineering and superior craftsmanship with a simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated with traditional Japanese culture. The result is a different notion of luxury and beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the sense of harmony that the vehi[...]

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modifica- tion could affect its performance, safety or dura- bility, and may even violate governmental regu- lations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification will not be covered under the INFINITI warranties. WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual include[...]

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above call attention to an item in the illustration. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. In addi[...]

INFINITI CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM INFINITI CARES ... Both INFINITI and your INFINITI retailer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your INFINITI retailer are our primary concerns. Your INFINITI retailer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, if[...]

Table of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself Technical and consumer in[...]

[...]

0 Illustrated table of contents Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system (SRS) ..................................... 0 - 2 Exterior front ...................................... 0 - 3 Exterior rear ...................................... 0 - 4 Passenger compartment ........................... 0 - 5 Cockpit .................................[...]

1. Rear seat power folding/return switch (Page 1-4) 2. Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint) (P. 1-33) 3. Head restraints (P. 1-6) 4. Seat belts (P. 1-12) 5. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bags (P. 1-37) 6. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P. 1-37) 7. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildr[...]

1. Hood (P. 3-16) 2. Headlight and turn signal (P. 2-34) — Bulb replacement (P. 8-26) — Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) (if so equipped) (P. 2-37) 3. Windshield wiper and washer (P. 2-32) — Maintenance (P. 8-17) 4. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P. 2-52) 5. Roof rack (if so equipped) (P. 2-50) 6. Power windows (P. 2-50) 7. Outside mirrors (P[...]

1. Rearview camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-22, P. 4-27) 2. Lift gate (P. 3-16) — Intelligent Key system (P. 3-6) — Remote keyless entry system (P. 3-13) 3. Rear window defroster (P. 2-34) 4. High-mounted stop light (bulb replace- ment) (P. 8-24) 5. Rear window wiper and washer (P. 2-33) — Maintenance (P. 8-19) 6. Antenna (P. 4-91) 7. Sonar sen[...]

1. Coat hooks (P. 2-48) 2. Seat-mounted jacket hanger (P. 2-47) 3. Rear personal light (P. 2-55) 4. Power window controls (P. 2-50) — Outside mirror remote control switch (P. 3-23) 5. Automatic drive positioner switch (if so equipped) (P. 3-24) 6. Sun visors (P. 3-20) 7. Moonroof switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-52) 8. Map light (P. 2-54) 9. Sunglas[...]

1. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer (P. 2-6) 2. Instrument brightness control switch (P. 2-38) 3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P. 2-34) 4. Trip computer switch (P. 2-27) 5. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P. 2-32) 6. Warning systems switch (if so equipped) — Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (P. 5-66) — Lane Departure [...]

15. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control switches (P. 5-32) — Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-34) — Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-17) — Distance Control Assist (DCA) switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-54) 16. Center-console-mounted controls — Heated seat [...]

1. Side ventilator (P. 4-38) 2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-5) 3. Center ventilator (P. 4-38) 4. Center display (P. 4-2) 5. Clock (P. 2-44) 6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-39) 7. Center multi-function control panel — Navigation system* (if so equipped) — Vehicle information and setting buttons (P. 4-8) — Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone Syst[...]

1. Tachometer (P. 2-7) 2. Warning/Indicator lights (P. 2-11) 3. Speedometer (P. 2-6) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 2-7) 5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/Odometer/twin trip odometer (P. 2-20) 6. Fuel gauge (P. 2-8) SIC4694 METERS AND GAUGES Illustrated table of contents 0-9[...]

VQ35HR ENGINE 1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P. 8-20) 2. Battery (P. 8-13) 3. Radiator filler cap (P. 8-6) 4. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-8) 5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-8) 6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-12) 7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-12) 8. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-11) 9. Air cleaner (P. 8-16) 10. Drive belts (P. 8-15) 11. Co[...]

Warning light Name Page All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)* 2-12 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light 2-12 Automatic Transmission (AT) check warning light 2-13 Brake warning light 2-13 Blind Spot Warning (BSW) sys- tem warning light (orange)* 2-13 Charge warning light 2-13 Distance Control Assist (DCA) system warning light (or[...]

MEMO 0-12 Illustrated table of contents[...]

1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................................. 1 - 2 Front seats ..................................... 1 - 2 Rear seats ...................................... 1 - 4 Head restraints ................................. 1 - 6 Front-seat active head restraint ................... 1 - 9 [...]

WARNING ● 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 inju- ries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. ● For the most effective protect[...]

Forward and backward : Moving the switch 䊊 1 forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Reclining : Move the recline switch 䊊 2 backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch 䊊 2 forward. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for oc[...]

Lumbar support (if so equipped) : The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Type A Push the front 䊊 1 or back 䊊 2 end of the switch to adjust the seatback lumbar area. Type B Move the lever 䊊 1 up or down to adjust the seatback lumbar area. REAR SEATS CAUTION When folding or returning the seatback(s) to the upright[...]

Power folding Luggage room switch (Type A) : Push the front side of the switch 䊊 1 located on the right side or left side of the luggage room. The corresponding rear seatback will be folded down automatically. Push and hold the rear side of the switch 䊊 2 . The corresponding rear seatback will be re- turned automatically. A beep sounds once and[...]

Manual folding Pull the lever 䊊 A located on the right side or left side of the seatback before folding down the corresponding seatback. Part of the release lever is marked with a red indicator. The red indicator is visible if the seatback is not fully latched. Return the rear seatback manually until it se- curely locks in position. Make sure the[...]

Components 1. Head restraint 2. Adjustment notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Adjustment Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears. To raise the head restraint, pull it up. SSS0992 SSS0997 SSS0993 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-7[...]

To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. Removal Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable head restraints. 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat. 4. Store the head restraint properly in a secure place so it is not l[...]

FRONT-SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz- ing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The move- ment of the head restraint helps support the occupant’s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whiplash-type injuries.[...]

Components 1. Adjustable headrest 2. Adjustment notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Adjustment Adjust the headrest so the center is level with the center of your ears. To raise the headrest, pull it up. SSS0992 SSS0997 SSS0993 1-10 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system[...]

To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the headrest down. Removal Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable headrests. 1. Pull the headrest up to the highest posi- tion. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the headrest from the seat. 4. Store the headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle. 5. Inst[...]

ARMREST Rear armrest Pull the tab and draw the armrest forward until it is horizontal. PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, 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 an accident and/or the severity of injury may be gre[...]

WARNING ● Every person who drives or rides in this ve- hicle should use a seat belt at all times. Chil- dren should be properly restrained in the rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child restraint. ● The seat belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increas[...]

● Do not allow more than one person to use the same seat belt. ● Never carry more people in the vehicle than there are seat belts. ● If the seat belt warning light glows continu- ously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indicate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by an I[...]

PREGNANT WOMEN INFINITI recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist, and place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific[...]

3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown. 4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest. The front passenger and rear passenger seating positions’ three-point seat belts have two modes of operation: ● Emergency[...]

● Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly. The retractor should lock and re- strict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any question about seat belt operation, see an INFINITI retailer. Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted t[...]

Rear center seat belt The center seat belt buckle is identified by the CENTER mark. The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with the insta[...]

Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is differ- ent, so be sure to learn the best wa[...]

LARGER CHILDREN Children who are too large for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 ft 9 in (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. INFINITI recomm[...]

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING ● Failure to follow the warnings and instruc- tions for proper use and installation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: – The child restraint must be used and in- stalled properly. Always follow all of the child restrain[...]

Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: ● Choose only a restraint with a label certify- ing that it complies with Federal Motor Ve- hicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. ● Check the chil[...]

LATCH lower anchor point locations The LATCH anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH anchors. Installing child restraint LATCH anchor attachments LATCH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to [...]

Top tether anchor WARNING ● If the cargo cover (if so equipped) contacts the top tether strap when it is attached to the top tether anchor, remove the cargo cover from the vehicle or secure it on the cargo floor below its attachment location. If the cargo cover is not removed, it may damage the top tether strap during a collision. ● Do not allo[...]

3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor at- tachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tighten- ing the webbing of the anchor attach- ments. 4. After attaching[...]

Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles. 5. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 1 through 4. REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT BELTS WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Lock- ing Retractor (ALR) must be used when [...]

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt re- tractor is in the Automatic Locking Retr[...]

5. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint [...]

2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check to make sure the LATCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors. 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. See “Installing top tether strap” in this[...]

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LATCH attachment path. The child restraint 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 attachment holds the restraint in place. If[...]

2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint or headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint or headrest is removed, store i[...]

5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. 7. Tighten the tether strap ac[...]

9. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 2 through 8. 10. If the child restraint is installed in the front passenger seat, place the ignition switch in the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light should illuminate. If this light is not illuminated, se[...]

If necessary, raise or remove the headrest to position the top tether strap over the top of the seatback. If the headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the headrest when the child restraint is removed. See ⬙ Ad- justable headrest ⬙ in this section for headrest adjustment, removal and installation information. 3. R[...]

● If the booster seat is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures. All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territo- ries require that infants and small children be restrained in an appro[...]

3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint or headrest to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint or headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint or headrest when the booster seat is re- moved. See[...]

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the following systems. ● Driver and passenger supplemental front- impact air bag (INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System) ● Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemen- tal air bag ● Roof-mounted curtain side-impact[...]

WARNING ● The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll- over, or lower severity frontal collision. Al- ways wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. ● The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is l[...]

● The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that de- tect if the seat belts are fastened. The Ad- vanced Air Bag System monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt usage then in- flates the air bags as needed. Failure to prop- erly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. [...]

WARNING ● Never let children ride unrestrained or ex- tend 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. ● Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are[...]

WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags: ● The side air bags and curtain air bags ordi- narily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or lower sever- ity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity [...]

1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front-impact air bag mod- ules (INFINITI Advanced Air Bags) 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bag modules 4. Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor) 5. Occupant classification system control unit 6. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags 7. Roof-mounted curtain side-imp[...]

information from the crash zone sensor, the Air bag Control Unit (ACU), the diagnosis sensor unit, seat belt buckle sensors and the occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor). Inflator 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 monito[...]

Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to au- tomatically turn OFF under some conditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it oper- ates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is necessary for most effective pro- tection. Failure to follow all instructions in this manual con[...]

INFINITI recommends that pre-teens and chil- dren be properly restrained in a rear seat. INFINITI also recommends that appropriate child restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor is designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for [...]

● Do not place objects with sharp edges on the seat. Also, do not place heavy objects on the seat that will leave permanent impressions in the seat. Such objects can damage the seat or occupant classification sensor (pat- tern sensor). This can affect the operation of the air bag system and result in serious per- sonal injury. ● Do not use wate[...]

FRONT SEAT-MOUNTED SIDE-IMPACT SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG AND ROOF-MOUNTED CURTAIN SIDE- IMPACT SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS The side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The curtain air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guide- lines to help reduce the risk of injury t[...]

WARNING ● Do not place any objects near the seatback of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if a side air bag inflates. ● Right after inflation, several front seat- mounted side air bags and roo[...]

becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occupants. 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. The smoke is not harmful, and it does not indicate a[...]

When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illumi- nates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and pretensioner systems need servicing: ● The supplemental air bag warning li[...]

MEMO Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-51[...]

2 Instruments and controls Cockpit ........................................... 2 - 2 Instrument panel .................................. 2 - 4 Meters and gauges ................................ 2 - 5 Speedometer and odometer ..................... 2 - 6 Tachometer .................................... 2 - 7 Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........[...]

Card holder ................................... 2-47 Seat-mounted jacket hanger (if so equipped) .................................... 2-47 Coat hooks ................................... 2-48 Luggage hooks ................................ 2-48 Cargo cover (if so equipped) ................... 2-48 Roof rack (if so equipped) ...................... 2-5[...]

1. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip odometer (P. 2-6) 2. Instrument brightness control switch (P. 2-38) 3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P. 2-34) 4. Trip computer switch (P. 2-27) 5. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P. 2-32) 6. Warning systems switch (if so equipped) — Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (P. 5-66) — Lane Departure [...]

15. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side) — Cruise control switches (P. 5-32) — Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-34) — Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-17) — Distance Control Assist (DCA) switch (if so equipped) (P. 5-54) 16. Center-console-mounted controls — Heated seat [...]

1. Side ventilator (P. 4-38) 2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-5) 3. Center ventilator (P. 4-38) 4. Center display (P. 4-2) 5. Clock (P. 2-44) 6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-39) 7. Center multi-function control panel — Navigation system* (if so equipped) — Vehicle information and setting buttons (P. 4-8) — Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone Syst[...]

1. Tachometer (P. 2-7) 2. Warning/Indicator lights (P. 2-11) 3. Speedometer (P. 2-6) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 2-7) 5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/Odometer/twin trip odometer (P. 2-20) 6. Fuel gauge (P. 2-8) *: The needle indicators in the speedometer, ta- chometer, engine coolant temperature gauge and fuel gauge may move slight[...]

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer/twin trip odometer The odometer 䊊 1 and twin trip odometer 䊊 2 are displayed on the dot matrix crystal display when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the v[...]

TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev the engine into the red zone 䊊 1 . CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce engine speed. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicat[...]

FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills. The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers “E” (Empty). The low fuel warning appe[...]

brate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The compass will be cali- brated once it has tracked 3 complete circles. To turn on and off the compass manually, push the switch 䊊 A while the ignition switch is in the ON position. Zone map SIC0611B Instruments and controls 2-9[...]

ZONE VARIATION CHANGE PROCEDURE The difference between magnetic north and geographical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens: 1. Push the switch for more than 3 seconds. The c[...]

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)* Intelligent Key warning light Front fog light indicator light Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Lane departure warning light (orange)* Front passenger air bag status light Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light Automatic transmission check warning light Low washer fluid[...]

CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and push the ignition switch to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on (if so equipped): , or , , , , , The following lights come on briefly and then go off (if so equipped): , or , , , , , , , , If any light does not come on, it may indicate a bur[...]

Automatic transmission check warning light When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, the light comes on for 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the transmission is not functioning properly. Have your INFINITI retailer check and repair the transmission. or Brake warning light This light functions for both[...]

CAUTION Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is loose, broken or missing. Distance Control Assist (DCA) system warning light (orange; if so equipped) This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Distance Control Assist (DCA) system. If the warning light illuminates, park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn the engine off, restart th[...]

If the light comes on in orange and remains on, it may indicate that the LDW and LDP systems are not functioning properly. Have the systems checked by an INFINITI retailer. See “LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) SYSTEM/LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION (LDP) SYSTEM” in the “5. Starting and driving” sec- tion. Low tire pressure warning light Your vehicle[...]

● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will re- main on after 1 minute. Contact your INFINITI retailer as soon as possible for tire replace- ment and/or system resetting. ● Replacing tires with those not originally[...]

light will illuminate. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the supplemental front air bag and supple- mental side air bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems and/or pretensioner seat belt are op- erational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and prete[...]

Front fog light indicator light The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are on. (See “FOG LIGHT SWITCH” later in this section.) Front passenger air bag status light The front passenger air bag status light ( ) will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is b[...]

closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 US gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. If this indicator light remains on for 20 seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when the engine is not running, it indicates that[...]

AUDIBLE REMINDERS Key reminder chime A chime will sound if the driver side door is opened while the ignition switch is pushed to the ACC position or pushed to the OFF or LOCK position with the Intelligent Key left in the Intelligent Key port. Make sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position, and take the Intelligent Key with you when lea[...]

For detailed information about each system, see the following sections: ● Automatic Transmission (AT) – “WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AU- DIBLE REMINDERS” earlier in this section. – “DRIVING THE VEHICLE” in the “5. Start- ing and driving” section. ● Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system – “INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC) [...]

SIC4686 2-22 Instruments and controls[...]

INDICATORS FOR OPERATION 1. Engine start operation indicator This indicator appears when the selector lever is in the P (Park) position. This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the ignition switch with the brake pedal depressed. 2. Steering lock release malfunction indicator (if so equipped) This indicator appears when the steeri[...]

SHIFT “P” warning → (Move the selector lever to “P”) → PUSH warning → (Push the ignition switch → ignition switch position is turned to ON) → PUSH warning → (Push the ignition switch → ignition switch position is turned to OFF) 8. Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key batte[...]

Cruise set switch indicator : The indicator is displayed while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control sys- tem. If the indicator blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate that the cruise control system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer. See “CRUISE CONTROL” in the “5. Startin[...]

INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE 1. Engine oil replacement indicator This indicator appears when the set time comes for changing the engine oil. You can set or reset the distance for changing the engine oil. (See “TRIP COMPUTER” later in this section.) 2. Oil filter replacement indicator This indicator appears when the set time comes for replacing th[...]

TRIP COMPUTER Switches for the trip computer are located on the right side of the combination meter panel. To operate the trip computer, push the side or front of the switches as shown above. 䊊 A switch 䊊 B switch When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, modes of the trip computer can be selected by pushing the switch 䊊 A . Each[...]

4. Distance to empty (dte — mls or km) The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you with an estimation of the distance that can be driven before refueling. The dte is constantly being calculated, based on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consump- tion. The display is updated every 30 seconds. The dte mode includes a low ra[...]

● TIRE Select this submenu to set or reset the distance for replacing tires. ● OTHER Select this submenu and set or reset the distance for replacing items other than the engine oil, oil filter and tires. The maintenance distance will increase by 250 miles (500 km) up to 18,500 miles (30,000 km). To increase the number by 500 miles (1,000 km), p[...]

The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or exterior vehicle components in all situations. Always secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your Intelligent Key(s) in the vehicle, and always lock it when unat- tended. Be aware of your surroundings, and park in sec[...]

The alarm is activated by: ● Unlocking the door or opening the lift gate without using the button on the Intelligent Key, the door handle request switch or the mechanical key. (Even if the door is opened by releasing the door inside lock knob, the alarm will activate.) ● Opening the hood. How to stop an activated alarm The alarm will stop when [...]

If the light still remains on and/or the engine will not start, see an INFINITI retailer for INFINITI Ve- hicle Immobilizer System service as soon as possible. Please bring all Intelligent Keys that you have when visiting an INFINITI retailer for service. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the window and obscure your[...]

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER 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: 䊊 1 Intermittent — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward 䊊 A (Slower) or 䊊 B (Faster). When the speed sensing wiper interv[...]

䊊 2 Low (ON) — continuous low speed operation Push the switch forward 䊊 3 to operate the washer. Then the wiper will also operate several times. Wiper drip wipe system (if so equipped): The wiper will also operate once about 3 sec- onds after the washer and wiper are operated. This operation is to wipe washer fluid that has dripped on the rea[...]

● The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on-off operation. It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals (for example, when the ve- hicle stops at a traffic signal). Even when the daytime running lights are active (Canada only), the xenon headlights do not turn on. This way the life of the xenon [...]

If the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position and one of the doors is opened and this condition is continued, the headlights re- main on for 5 minutes. Automatic headlights off delay : You can keep the headlights on for up to 180 seconds after you push the ignition switch to OFF and open any door then close all the doors. You can adjust the [...]

position and the ignition switch in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. When the headlight switch is in the or position while the ignition switch is in the ON position, the lights will automatically turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has been pushed to the OFF position. When the headlight switch remains in the or position after the lights auto[...]

Instrument brightness control The instrument brightness control switch can be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON position. When the switch is operated, the dot matrix liquid crystal display switches to the brightness adjustment mode. Push the upper switch 䊊 A to brighten the instrument panel lights. The bar 䊊 1 moves to the + side. [...]

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH 䊊 1 Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signals cancel automatically. 䊊 2 Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where lights begin flashing. FOG LIGHT SWITCH To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight swit[...]

The flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch in any position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. Tamper[...]

● If any malfunctions are found or the heated seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer. The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The switches located on the center console can be operated independently of each other. 1. Start the engine. 2. Turn the control knob 䊊 A to the right 䊊 1[...]

The warning systems switch will turn on and off the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, the Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system and the For- ward Collision Warning (FCW) system at the same time. The LDW system will sound a warning chime and blink the lane departure warning light (orange) to alert the driver if the vehicle is traveling close to either [...]

For driving or starting the vehicle on snowy roads or slippery areas, turn on the SNOW mode switch. The indicator light 䊊 1 on the switch will illuminate. When the SNOW mode is activated, engine output is controlled to avoid wheel spin. Turn off the SNOW mode for normal driving. The vehicle should be driven with the Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)[...]

If the power supply is disconnected, the clock will not indicate the correct time. Readjust the time. ADJUSTING THE TIME 1. To set the clock forward, push the button 䊊 1 . 2. To set the clock backward, push the but- ton 䊊 2 . 3. To move forward or backward faster, push and hold the button more than 5 seconds. For details about display clock adj[...]

CUP HOLDERS CAUTION ● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger. ● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident. To open the cup holder, push the knob 䊊 1 . The flap 䊊 A will be folded down wh[...]

The cup holders for rear passengers are located on the rear center armrest. To open the cup holder, pull the lid. Make sure that the lid is closed before storing the rear center armrest in the seatback. SUNGLASSES HOLDER WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driv- ing to prevent an accident. To open the sunglasses holder, push 䊊 1 . CAU[...]

CONSOLE BOX To open the console box, push the button 䊊 1 . To close, push the lid down until latched. The inner tray (if so equipped) can be posi- tioned to the front or rear 䊊 2 . Make sure that the arrow mark on the tray points toward the front and the bosses 䊊 A are aligned in the slits. CARD HOLDER Pull the sun visor down 䊊 1 and slide [...]

COAT HOOKS The coat hooks are equipped beside the rear personal lights. CAUTION Do not place items which are more than 2 lb (1 kg) on the hook. LUGGAGE HOOKS WARNING ● Always make sure that the cargo is properly secured. Use the suitable ropes and hooks. ● Unsecured cargo can become dangerous in an accident or sudden stop. CAUTION Do not apply [...]

To stow the cargo cover, remove it from the hooks and hold until it is retracted. Make sure that the cargo cover is snapped into the holders 䊊 2 to keep it from moving around while driving. To remove the cargo cover, stow the cover and pull the holder to the opposite side 䊊 3 . WARNING ● Never put anything on the cargo cover, no matter how sm[...]

ROOF RACK (if so equipped) Always distribute the luggage evenly on the roof rack. Do not load more than 220 lb (100 kg) on the roof rails. Observe the maximum load limit shown on the crossbars or roof carriers when you attach them on the roof rails. Contact an INFINITI retailer for crossbar or other equipment information. Be careful that your vehic[...]

Main power window switch (driver’s side) 1. Driver side window 2. Front passenger side window 3. Rear left passenger side window 4. Rear right passenger side window 5. Window lock button To open or close the window, push down 䊊 A or pull up 䊊 B the switch and hold it. The main switch (driver side switches) will open or close all the windows. [...]

Auto reverse function WARNING There are some small distances immediately before the closed position which cannot be de- tected. Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle before clos- ing the window. If the control unit detects something caught in the window as it is closing, the window will be immediately lowered. The[...]

Sunshade The sunshade will open automatically when the moonroof is opened. However, it must be closed manually. Tilting the moonroof To tilt up, first close the moonroof, then push the UP 䊊 1 side of the moonroof switch and release it; it need not be held. To tilt down the moonroof, push the DOWN 䊊 2 side. Sliding the moonroof To fully open or [...]

To activate or deactivate the welcome light function, perform the following procedure. Note that the function is set to disabled as the factory default setting. 1. Push the ignition switch to the ON posi- tion. 2. Open the driver’s side door. 3. Within 20 seconds after the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, push the door open request s[...]

PERSONAL LIGHTS Rear Push the button as illustrated to turn the light on or off. INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH The interior light control switch has three posi- tions: ON, DOOR and OFF. ON position When the switch is in the ON position 䊊 1 the map lights and rear personal lights will illumi- nate. DOOR position When the switch is in the DOOR posi[...]

When the auto interior illumination is set to the OFF position (see “VEHICLE INFORMATION AND SETTINGS” in the “4. Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems” section), the lights will illuminate under the following condition: ● any door is opened with the ignition switch in any position – remain on while the door is op[...]

HomeLink 姞 Universal Transceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into one built-in device. HomeLink 姞 Universal Transceiver: ● Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF) de- vices such as garage doors, gates, home and office lighting, entry door locks and security systems. ?[...]

1. To begin, push and hold the 2 outer HomeLink 姞 buttons (to clear the memory) until the indicator light 䊊 A blinks (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons. 2. Position the end of the hand-held trans- mitter 1-3 inches away from the HomeLink 姞 surface. 3. Using both hands, simultaneously push and hold both the HomeLink 姞 button you want t[...]

NOTE: Once you have pushed and released the training button on the garage door opener’s motor and the “training light” is lit, you have 30 seconds in which to perform step 7. For convenience, use the help of a second person to assist when per- forming this step. 7. Quickly (within 30 seconds of pushing and releasing the garage door opener tra[...]

CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED INFORMATION Individual buttons cannot be cleared, however to clear all programming, push and hold the two outside buttons and release when the indicator light begins to flash (in approximately 20 sec- onds). REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE HOMELINK 姞 BUTTON To reprogram a HomeLink 姞 Universal Trans- ceiver button, complete the fo[...]

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Keys ............................................. 3 - 2 Intelligent Key ................................. 3 - 2 Valet hand-off .................................. 3 - 3 Doors ............................................ 3 - 4 Locking with mechanical key .................... 3 - 4 Opening and closing windows with[...]

A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see an INFINITI retailer for duplicates by using the key number. INFINITI does not record any key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate. A key number is o[...]

– Do not allow the Intelligent Key to come into contact with water or salt water, and do not wash it in a washing machine. This could affect the system function. ● If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI recommends erasing the ID code of that In- telligent Key. This will prevent the Intelli- gent Key from unauthorized use to unlock th[...]

WARNING ● Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this pro- vides greater safety in the event of an acci- dent by helping to prevent persons from be- ing thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintention- ally opening the doors, and will help keep out intruders. ● Before ope[...]

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB To lock the door individually, move the inside lock knob to the lock position 䊊 1 . To unlock, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position 䊊 2 . Be sure not to leave the Intelligent Key inside the vehicle. LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Operating the power door lock switch will lock or unlock all the door[...]

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. 4. When activated, the hazard indicator will flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard indicator will flash once. 5. The ignition switch must be placed in the OFF and ON position again between each setting change. Wh[...]

● Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. The Intelligent Key is always communicating with the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio waves. Environmental conditions may interfere with the operation of the Intelligent Key system under the following operating condition[...]

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli- gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to oper- ate the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing procedure, contact an INFINITI retailer. INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATING RANGE The Intelligent Key functio[...]

DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRECAUTION ● Do not push the door handle request switch with the Intelligent Key held in your hand as illustrated. The close distance to the door handle will cause the Intelligent Key system to have difficulty recognizing that the Intel- ligent Key is outside the vehicle. ● After locking with the door handle request switch, v[...]

When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you can lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door handle request switch (driver’s or front passen- ger’s) 䊊 A or the lift gate request switch 䊊 B within the range of operation. When you lock or unlock the doors or the lift gate, the hazard indicator will flash and the horn (or the outside chim[...]

BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM When all the following conditions are met for 60 minutes, the battery saver system will cut off the power supply to prevent battery discharge. ● The ignition switch is in the ACC position, and ● All doors are closed, and ● The selector lever is in the P (Park) position. WARNING SIGNALS To help prevent the vehicle from mov[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Possible cause Action to take When pushing the ignition switch to stop the engine The SHIFT P warning appears on the display and the inside warning chime sounds continuously. The selector lever is not in the P (Park) position. Shift the selector lever to the P (Park) position. When opening the driver’s door to get ou[...]

WARNING The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pushed. The FAA advises that the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation and communication systems. Do not operate the Intelligent Key while on an airplane. Make sure that the buttons are not operated uninten- tionally when the unit is stored for a flight. It is possible to l[...]

4. All the doors, the lift gate and fuel-filler door will lock. 5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once. *1: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. *2: Doors will not lock with the Intelligent Key while any door is open. Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door 1. Push the[...]

Hazard indicator and horn mode: DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK Intelligent Key system (Using door handle request switch) HAZARD - twice OUTSIDE CHIME - twice HAZARD - once OUTSIDE CHIME - once Remote keyless entry system (Using or button) HAZARD - twice HORN - once HAZARD - once HORN - none Hazard indicator mode: DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK Intelligent Key system[...]

1. Pull the hood lock release handle 䊊 1 located below the instrument panel; the hood will then spring up slightly. 2. Pull the lever 䊊 2 up at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood. 3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down to latch both the right and left locks. Push the hood down to lock the hood securely i[...]

● The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors including the lift gate simultaneously. ● Push the opener switch 䊊 A and pull the opener handle to open the lift gate. LIFT GATE RELEASE LEVER If the lift gate cannot be opened with the door lock switch due to a discharged battery, follow these steps. 1. Remove the cover 䊊 [...]

request switch, the LOCK button on the Intelli- gent Key, the mechanical key or the power door lock switch. FUEL-FILLER CAP WARNING ● Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. You could be burned or seriously injured if it is misused or mishandled. Always stop engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sp[...]

Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to re- move. To tighten, turn the cap clockwise until a single click is heard. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder 䊊 A while refueling. LOOSE FUEL CAP warning The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears on the vehicle information display when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle h[...]

MANUAL OPERATION (if so equipped) Tilt or telescopic operation Pull the lock lever 䊊 1 down and adjust the steering wheel up, down, forward or rearward to the desired position. Push the lock lever up securely to lock the steering wheel in place. ELECTRIC OPERATION (if so equipped) Tilt or telescopic operation Move the lever to adjust the steering[...]

1. To block glare from the front, swing down the main sun visor 䊊 1 . 2. To block glare from the side, remove the main sun visor from the center mount and swing the visor to the side 䊊 2 . 3. Slide the sun visor 䊊 3 in or out as needed. INSIDE MIRROR Adjust the height and the angle of the inside mirror to the desired position. Manual anti-gla[...]

Automatic anti-glare type The inside mirror is designed so that it auto- matically changes reflection according to the intensity of the headlights of the following vehicle. The anti-glare system will be automatically turned on when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position. When the anti-glare system is turned on, the indicator light 䊊 A w[...]

OUTSIDE MIRRORS WARNING Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects. Adjusting outside mirrors The outside mirror control swi[...]

4. The selected outside mirror surface moves downward. When one of the following conditions has oc- curred, the selected outside mirror surface will return to its original position. ● The selector lever is moved to any position other than R (Reverse). ● The outside mirror control switch is set to the center position. ● The ignition switch is [...]

The driver’s seat will not return to the previous positions if the seat or steering adjusting switch is operated when the seat is at the exit position. Cancel or activate entry/exit function The selector lever must be in the P (Park) position with the ignition switch in the OFF position. The entry/exit function can be activated or canceled by pre[...]

The seat synchronization function operates un- der the following conditions: ● The ignition switch is in the ON position. ● The selector lever is in the P (Park) position. If the outside mirrors or the steering wheel reaches its maximum adjustment, the function is automatically disabled. Restart the function by selecting a previously stored sea[...]

Confirming memory storage ● Push the ignition switch to the ON position and push the SET switch. If the main memory has not been stored, the indicator light will come on for approximately 0.5 second. When the memory has stored in position, the indicator light will stay on for approximately 5 seconds. ● If the battery cable is disconnected, or i[...]

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Safety note ....................................... 4 - 2 Center multi-function control panel ................. 4 - 2 How to use INFINITI controller ................... 4 - 5 How to use touch screen (models with navigation system) ............................. 4 - 5 Menu options (models[...]

Steering-wheel-mounted controls for audio ...... 4-90 Antenna ...................................... 4-91 Car phone or CB radio ............................ 4-92 Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System (models with navigation system) ........................... 4-93 Regulatory information ......................... 4-94 Voice commands ................[...]

WARNING ● Do not disassemble or modify this system. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electric shock. ● Do not use this system if you notice any abnormality, such as a frozen screen or lack of sound. Continued use of the system may result in accident, fire or electric shock. ● In case you notice any foreign object in the system [...]

1. “ AUX ” button (P. 4-27) 2. “ RADIO AM·FM ” band selector button (P. 4-48) 3. INFINITI controller (P. 4-5) 4. “ OFF ” brightness control and dis- play ON/OFF button (P. 4-8) 5. “ INFO ” vehicle information button (P. 4-8) 6. “ DISC ” selector button (P. 4-48) 7. “ STATUS ” status display button (P. 4-8) 8. “ SETTING ?[...]

1. “ DISC·AUX ” selector button (P. 4-48) 2. “ CAMERA ” Around View Monitor display (P. 4-27) 3. INFINITI controller (P. 4-5) 4. “ OFF ” brightness control and dis- play ON/OFF button (P. 4-8) 5. “ INFO ” vehicle information button (P. 4-8) 6. “ RADIO AM·FM ” band selector button (P. 4-48) 7. “ STATUS ” status display butt[...]

HOW TO USE INFINITI CONTROLLER Choose an item on the display using the main directional buttons 䊊 2 (or additional directional buttons 䊊 6 with navigation system) or center dial 䊊 3 , and push the ENTER button 䊊 1 for operation. If you push the BACK button 䊊 4 before the setup is completed, the setup will be canceled and/or the display wi[...]

Adjusting an item : Touch the + 䊊 1 or ⫺ 䊊 2 button to adjust the settings. Touch the 䊊 3 or 䊊 4 button to move to the previous or next item. Touch the 䊊 5 or 䊊 6 button to move to the previous or next page. Inputting characters : Touch the letter or number 䊊 1 . There are some options available when input- ting characters. ● Uppe[...]

MENU OPTIONS (models with navigation system) The start menu can be displayed using the menu control switch on the steering-wheel- mounted controls. 1. While the MAP or STATUS screen is dis- played, push and hold the menu control switch until the “Menu Options” screen appears. 2. Highlight the preferred item by tilting the menu control switch up[...]

HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE SCREEN Vehicle functions are viewed on the display screen in menus. To select each key item, highlight the preferred item using the INFINITI controller and push the ENTER button. Whenever a menu selection is made or menu item is highlighted, different areas on the screen provide you with important information. See the fol[...]

Vehicle information display 1. Push the INFO button on the control panel. 2. Select an item from the INFO menu. 3. After viewing or adjusting the information on the following screens, push the BACK button to return to the INFO menu. See the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual for the following items: ● Where am I? ● Traffic Info ● Wea[...]

Fuel Economy information The distance to empty, average fuel economy and current fuel economy will be displayed for reference. To reset the average fuel economy (Avg Fuel Econ), select the “Reset Fuel Eco” or “Reset” key. If the “Fuel Eco History” or “View” key is selected, the average fuel consumption history will be displayed in g[...]

Maintenance information The maintenance intervals can be displayed for the engine oil, oil filter, tire and other remind- ers. To set a maintenance interval, select a preferred item from the list. You can also set to display a message to remind you that the maintenance needs to be per- formed. The following example shows how to set the engine oil m[...]

Others information (models with navigation system) The Others information display will appear when pushing the INFO button and selecting the “Others” key. GPS Position : For the details of this item, see the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. Voice Recognition : For the details of this item, see “INFINITI VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (m[...]

Audio settings The display as illustrated will appear when pushing the SETTING button and selecting the “Audio” key. Bass/Treble/Balance/Fade : To adjust the speaker tone quality and sound balance, select the “Bass”, “Treble”, “Balance” or “Fade” key and adjust it with the INFINITI controller. These items can also be adjusted by[...]

Phone settings (models with navigation system) For details of the “Phone” settings, see “BLUETOOTH 姞 HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM (models with navigation system)” later in this section. Bluetooth 姞 settings (for models with navigation system) For details of the “Bluetooth” settings, see “BLUETOOTH 姞 HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM (models wi[...]

Button BEEPS settings (models without navigation system) The “Button Beeps” screen will appear when pushing the SETTING button, selecting the “But- ton Beeps” key with the INFINITI controller and pushing the ENTER button. Button Beeps : When this item is turned to ON, you will hear a beep sound when you use a button. Display settings (model[...]

DISPLAY settings (models without navigation system) The “Display” screen will appear when pushing the SETTING button, selecting “Display” key with the INFINITI controller and pushing the ENTER button. Display : To turn off the screen, push the ENTER button and turn the “ON” indicator off. When any mode button is pushed with the screen o[...]

This clock will indicate the time almost exactly because it is always adjusted by the GPS system. Clock Format (24h) : When this item is turned to ON, the 24-hour clock is displayed. When this item is not turned to ON, the 12-hour clock is displayed. Offset (hour)/(min) : Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing per hour or per minute. Daylight [...]

Others settings (models with navigation system) The Others settings display will appear when pushing the SETTING button and selecting the “Others” key. The following items are available: ● Comfort ● Language & Units ● Voice Recognition ● Image Viewer Comfort settings Models with navigation system The display illustrated will appear [...]

Lift Steering Wheel on Exit (if so equipped) : When this item is turned on, the steering wheel moves upward for easy exit if the ignition switch is in the LOCK position and the driver’s door is opened. After getting into the vehicle and pushing the ignition switch to the ACC position, the steering wheel moves to the pre- vious position. Slide Dri[...]

If you select the “Français” key, the French language will be displayed, so please use the French Owner’s Manual. To obtain a French Owner’s Manual, see “OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMA- TION” in the “9. Technical and consumer infor- mation” section. Select Units : Select the “Select Units” key. Choose “US” (M[...]

Full Screen Display : The full screen display will appear when select- ing the “Full Screen Display” key. To operate the Image Viewer or to change the settings, select the desired key using the INFINITI controller. ● (Start) Select the “ ” key to start playing the slideshow. ● (Stop) Select the “ ” key to stop the slide- show. ● ([...]

When the selector lever is shifted into the R (Reverse) position, the monitor display shows view to the rear of the vehicle. The system is designed as an aid to the driver in detecting large stationary objects to help avoid damaging the vehicle. The system will not de- tect small objects below the bumper and may not detect objects close to the bump[...]

Predicted course lines 䊊 6 : Indicate the predicted course when backing up. The predicted course lines will be displayed on the monitor when the selector lever is in the R (Reverse) position and the steering wheel is turned. The predicted course lines will move depending on how much the steering wheel is turned and will not be displayed while the[...]

3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting the steering wheel so that the predicted course lines 䊊 B enter the parking space 䊊 C . 4. Maneuver the steering wheel to make the vehicle width guide lines 䊊 D parallel to the parking space 䊊 C while referring to the predicted course lines. 5. When the vehicle is parked in the space completely, move [...]

(1 m) to the place 䊊 A , but the actual 3 ft (1 m) distance on the hill is the place 䊊 B . Note that any object on the hill is further than it appears on the monitor. Backing up on a steep downhill When backing up the vehicle down a hill, the distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown further than the actual distance. For [...]

Backing up near a projecting object The predicted course lines 䊊 A do not touch the object in the display. However, the vehicle may hit the object if it projects over the actual backing up course. Backing up behind a projecting object The position 䊊 C is shown further than the position 䊊 B in the display. However, the posi- tion 䊊 C is actu[...]

OPERATING TIPS ● When the selector lever is shifted to the R (Reverse) position, the monitor screen auto- matically changes to the rearview monitor mode. However, the radio can be heard. ● It may take some time until the rearview monitor is displayed after the selector lever has been shifted to R from another position or to another position fro[...]

There are some areas where the system will not detect objects. When in the front or the rearview display, an object below the bumper or on the ground may not be detected 䊊 1 . When in the bird-eye view, a tall object near the seam of the camera detecting areas will not appear in the monitor 䊊 2 . WARNING ● The Around View Monitor is a conveni[...]

: Shift the selector lever : Select the “Wide”, “Side” or “Top” key on the screen. : Push the CAMERA button HOW TO SWITCH THE DISPLAY The Around View Monitor display consists of the left and the right screens. You can see a combination of different views on the screens as illustrated above. Starting with the selector lever operation ●[...]

● The view on the screen on the passenger’s side switches to the front-side view 䊊 C when the CAMERA button is pushed 䊊 3 . When the CAMERA button is pushed again 䊊 5 , the rear-wide view 䊊 D is displayed. When the CAMERA button is pushed again 䊊 7 , the view on the screen on the passenger’s side switches to the bird-eye view 䊊 B [...]

Front and rearview Guiding lines, which indicate the vehicle width and distances to objects with reference to the vehicle body line 䊊 A , are displayed on the monitor. Distance guide lines: Indicate distances from the vehicle body. ● Red line 䊊 1 : approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m) ● Yellow line 䊊 2 : approx. 3 ft (1 m) ● Green line 䊊 3 : approx[...]

NOTE: When the monitor displays the front view and the steering wheel turns about 90 degrees or less from the neutral position, both the right and left predicted course lines 䊊 6 are displayed. When the steering wheel turns about 90 degrees or more, a line is displayed only on the opposite side of the turn. Bird-eye view The bird-eye view shows t[...]

Front-side view Guiding lines: Guiding lines that indicate the width and the front end of the vehicle are displayed on the monitor. The front-of-vehicle line 䊊 1 shows the front part of the vehicle. The side-of-vehicle line 䊊 2 shows the vehicle width including the outside mirror. The extensions 䊊 3 of both the front 䊊 1 and side 䊊 2 line[...]

Vehicle width guide lines 䊊 5 : Indicates the vehicle width when backing up. The corner sonar indicator 䊊 6 will appear when a corner of the vehicle moves closer to an object. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDICTED AND ACTUAL DISTANCES The distance guide line and the vehicle width guide line on the front and the rearview should be used as a reference onl[...]

Moving to a steep downhill When moving the vehicle down a hill, the distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown further than the actual distance. For example, the display shows 3 ft (1.0 m) to the place 䊊 A , but the actual 3 ft (1.0 m) distance on the hill is the place 䊊 B . Note that any object on the hill is viewed in th[...]

Moving closer to a projecting object The position 䊊 C is shown further than the position 䊊 B in the display. However, the posi- tion 䊊 C is actually at the same distance as the position 䊊 A . The vehicle may hit the object when moving toward the position 䊊 A if the object projects over the actual moving course. CAMERA AIDING CORNER SONAR [...]

HOW TO ADJUST THE SCREEN VIEW To adjust the Display ON/OFF, Brightness, Tint, Color, Contrast and Black Level of the Around View Monitor, push the SETTING button with the Around View Monitor on, select the item key and adjust the level using the INFINITI control- ler. Do not adjust the Brightness, Tint, Color, Con- trast and Black Level of the Arou[...]

Sonar Display: When this item is turned on, the corner sonar indicator is displayed in the front-side view. Corner Sensor Sensitivity: Adjust the sensitivity level of the corner sonar higher (right) or lower (left). OPERATING TIPS ● The screen displayed on the Around View Monitor will automatically return to the pre- vious screen 3 minutes after [...]

Open or close, and adjust the air flow direction of ventilators. : This symbol indicates that the vents are closed. : This symbol indicates that the vents are open. WARNING ● The air conditioner cooling function oper- ates only when the engine is running. ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone i[...]

You can individually set the driver and front passenger side temperature using each tem- perature control button. 1. “AUTO” automatic climate control ON button/Temperature control dial (driver side) 2. “A/C” air conditioner ON/OFF button 3. “ ” fan speed increase button 4. “ ” front defroster button 5. “MODE” manual air flow con[...]

side temperature, air flow distribution and fan speed after the preferred temperature is set manually. 1. Push the “AUTO” button on. (The indicator on the button will illuminate and AUTO will be displayed.) 2. Turn the temperature control dial (driver side) to set the desired temperature. ● The temperature can be set within the following rang[...]

Air recirculation : Push the intake air control button “ ” to recirculate interior air inside the vehicle. The indicator light on the “ ” side will come on. The air recirculation mode cannot be activated when the air conditioner is in the front defrost- ing mode “ ”. Outside air circulation : Push the intake air control button “ ” t[...]

1. “AUTO” automatic operation button/Temperature control dial (driver side)* 2. “A/C” air conditioner ON/OFF button* 3. “ ” fan speed increase button 4. “ ” front defroster button 5. “MODE” manual air flow control button* 6. “DUAL” zone control ON/OFF button/Temperature control dial (passen- ger side)* 7. “OFF” button fo[...]

● To set separate desired temperatures for the driver and front passenger, push the “DUAL” button, the indicator light illumi- nates, and then turn the corresponding temperature control dial. ● To cancel the separate temperature set- ting, push the “DUAL” button, the indica- tor light turns off, and the driver’s side temperature setti[...]

Manual operation The manual mode can be used to control the heater and air conditioner to your desired set- tings. To turn off the heater and air conditioner, push the “OFF” button. Fan speed control : Push the fan speed control button “ ”t o increase the fan speed. Push the fan speed control button “ ”t o decrease the fan speed. Push t[...]

Ion control : This unit generates highly concentrated Plas- macluster ions into the air blown from the ventilators and reduces odor absorbed into the interior trim. When the air conditioner is turned on, the system generates Plasmacluster ions automati- cally. The amount of Plasmacluster ions increases according to the amount of air flow. When the [...]

The sunload sensor 䊊 A on the instrument panel helps maintain a constant temperature. Do not put anything on or around this sensor. IN-CABIN MICROFILTER Type A: The climate control system is equipped with an in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen, dust, etc. To make sure the air conditioner heats, defogs, and ventilates efficiently, rep[...]

AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS Radio Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position and push the radio band select button to turn on the radio. If you listen to the radio with the engine not running, the ignition switch should be pushed to the ACC position. Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio transmitter, bu[...]

Static and flutter: During signal interference from buildings, large hills or due to antenna position, usually in conjunction with increased distance from the station transmitter, static or flutter can be heard. This can be reduced by lowering the treble setting to reduce the treble response. Multipath reception: Because of the reflective character[...]

● Trying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD changer. ● During cold weather or rainy days, the player may malfunction due to the humidity. If this occurs, remove the CD and dehumidify or ventilate the player completely. ● The player may skip while driving on rough roads. ● The CD player sometimes cannot functi[...]

● During cold weather or rainy days, the player may malfunction due to humidity. If this occurs, remove the CD/DVD and dehumidify or ventilate the player completely. ● The player may skip while driving on rough roads. ● The CD/DVD player sometimes cannot func- tion when the passenger compartment tem- perature is extremely high. Decrease the t[...]

● Dolby digital is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories, Inc. ● Dolby and the double D mark “ ” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. ● DTS and DTS Digital Surround “ ” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Sys- tems, Inc. Parental level (parental control) : DVDs with the parental control setting can be playe[...]

● An incorrect song title may appear when the Play Mode is changed while using the iPod 姞 nano (2nd Generation) iPod 姞 is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Compressed Audio Files (MP3/WMA/AAC) Explanation of terms : ● MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the most w[...]

Playback order : ● 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 a 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. ●[...]

Specification chart: Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (models with navigation system), DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, USB2.0 Supported file systems CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (models with navigation system), DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL: ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. * Files save[...]

Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (models with navigation system), DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, USB2.0 Folder levels With navigation system: Folder levels: 8, Folders: 255 (including root folder), Files: 512 (Max. 255 files for one folder) Without navigation system: Folder levels: 8, Folders and files: 999 (Max. 255 files for one folder) Text[...]

Troubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc or USB device was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player, and if there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) be- fore using the player. If there is a temperature increase error[...]

Symptom Cause and Countermeasure The songs do not play back in the desired order. 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. Random/Shuffle may be active on the audio system or on a USB device. 4-58 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition sy[...]

Compressed Video Files (models with navigation system) Explanation of terms : ● DivX 姞 - DivX 姞 refers to the DivX 姞 codec owned by DivX, Inc. used for a lossy com- pression of video based on MPEG-4. ● AVI - AVI stands for Audio Video Interleave. It is a standard file format originated by Micro- soft Corporation. A “.divx” encoded fil[...]

Bluetooth 姞 Audio player (models with navigation system) ● Some Bluetooth 姞 audio devices may not be recognized by the in-vehicle audio system. Contact an INFINITI retailer for compatible devices. ● It is necessary to set up the wireless connec- tion between a compatible Bluetooth 姞 audio device and the in-vehicle Bluetooth 姞 module bef[...]

1. ON·OFF/VOLUME control knob 2. Radio SCAN (tuning) button 3. RDM (random) RPT (repeat) play button 4. Radio CAT (category)/REW (rewind) button for SEEK/TRACK 5. FF (fast forward) button for SEEK/TRACK 6. Radio tuning / MP3/WMA/AAC folder se- lector / AUDIO control knob 7. CD EJECT button 8. Radio station preset and CD selector but- tons No satel[...]

1. AM·FM·SAT band select button 2. DISC·AUX button 1. RADIO AM·FM band select button 2. DISC/DISC·AUX button FM-AM-SAT RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER For all operation precautions, see “AUDIO OP- ERATION PRECAUTIONS” earlier in this section. The satellite radio mode requires an active XM Satellite Radio subscription. The satellite rad[...]

mediately before the system was turned off. While the system is on, pushing the ON·OFF button turns the system off. Turn the VOL control knob to adjust the volume. Adjusting tone quality and speaker balance : To adjust Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade, push the Audio control knob. When the display shows the setting you want to change (Bass, Treble, [...]

SCAN tuning : Push the SCAN tuning button to tune from low to high frequencies and stop at each broadcast- ing station/channel for 5 seconds. Pushing the button again during this 5 seconds period will stop SCAN tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station/channel. If the SCAN tuning button is not pushed within 5 seconds, SCAN tuning moves[...]

Compact Disc (CD) player operation Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position and insert the Compact Disc (CD) into the slot with the label side facing up. The CD will be guided automatically into the slot and start playing. After loading the CD, the number of tracks on the CD and the play time will appear on the display. If the radio is al[...]

CD with compressed audio files: ● Folder title ● File title ● Song title ● Album title ● Artist Next/Previous Track and Fast Forward/Rewind : When the (fast forward) or (re- wind) button is pushed for more than 1.5 sec- onds while the CD is being played, the CD will play while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the button is released, the[...]

CAUTION ● Only operate the DVD while the vehicle en- gine is running. Operating the DVD for ex- tended periods of time with the engine OFF can discharge the vehicle battery. ● Do not allow the system to get wet. Exces- sive moisture such as spilled liquids may cause the system to malfunction. ● While playing VIDEO-CD media, this DVD player do[...]

/ Next/Previous Chapter: Select the “ ”o r“ ” key to skip the chapter(s) of the disc forward/backward. The chapters will advance/go back the number of times this key is selected. / Commercial Skip: This function is only for DVD-VIDEO, DVD-VR. Select the “ ”o r“ ” key to skip forward or backwards by the set amount as defined in the D[...]

Angle (DVD-VIDEO) : If the DVD contains different angles (such as moving images), the current image angle can be switched to another one. Select the “Angle” key. The angle will change each time the “+” side or “ ⫺ ” side is selected. Angle Mark (DVD-VIDEO) : When this item is turned on, an angle mark will be shown on the bottom of the[...]

USB MEMORY OPERATION Audio main operation Open the console lid and connect a USB memory 䊊 1 as illustrated. Then, push the DISC·AUX or DISC button repeatedly to switch to the USB memory mode. If the system has been turned off while the USB memory was playing, pushing the ON·OFF/VOL control knob will start the USB memory. File selection (models [...]

Audio file operation or PLAY : When the DISC·AUX or DISC button is pushed with the system off and the USB memory in- serted, the system will turn on. If another audio source is playing and a USB memory is inserted, push the DISC·AUX or DISC button repeatedly until the center display changes to the USB memory mode. Next/Previous File and Fast Forw[...]

Menu (models with navigation system) : There are some options available during play- back. Select one of the following options that are displayed on the screen if necessary. Refer to the following information for each item. ● Movie Playback Switch to the movie playback mode. This item is displayed only when a USB memory contains movie files. ● [...]

Operation keys : To operate the USB memory, select the desired key displayed on the operation screen using the INFINITI controller. Pause Select the “ ” key to pause the movie file. To resume playing the movie file, select the “ ” key. Play Select the “ ” key to start playing a movie file, for example, after pausing a movie file. STOP S[...]

● 10 Key Search Select the “10 Key Search” key to open the number entry screen. Input the number to be searched and select the “OK” key. The specified folder/file will be played. ● Display To adjust the image quality of the screen, select the preferred adjustment items. ● DRC DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) auto- matically adjusts the[...]

Bluetooth 姞 trademark: Bluetooth 姞 is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Connecting procedure 1. Push the SETTING button and select the “Bluetooth” key. 2. Select the “Connect Bluetooth” key. SAA2505 SAA2506 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-75[...]

3. A confirmation screen will be displayed. Select “No”. Note: Selecting “Yes” will only connect the hands free phone portion of a Bluetooth 姞 device. 4. Choose a PIN code to use with the com- patible Bluetooth 姞 audio device using the number input screen. The PIN code will need to be entered into the Bluetooth 姞 audio device after st[...]

Audio main operation Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Then, push the DISC·AUX button re- peatedly to switch to the Bluetooth 姞 audio mode. If the system has been turned off while the Bluetooth 姞 audio device was playing, push- ing the ON·OFF/VOL control knob will start the Bluetooth 姞 audio device. The ability to pause, c[...]

Play Mode : The play mode setting display will appear when the “Menu” key is selected. Choose the preferred play mode from the fol- lowing items. ● Shuffle Choose “Shuffle OFF”, “Shuffle All Tracks” and “Shuffle Group”. ● Repeat Choose from “Repeat OFF”, “Repeat 1 Track”, “Repeat All Tracks” and “Repeat Group”. B[...]

Replace Connected Phone : Replace the Bluetooth 姞 connection with a con- nected Bluetooth 姞 cellular phone. For details about Hands-Free Phone System, see “BLUETOOTH 姞 HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM (models with navigation system)” later in this section. IPOD 姞 PLAYER OPERATION Connecting iPod 姞 Open the console lid and connect the iPod 姞 [...]

● First generation iPod touch 姞 (firmware ver- sion 2.1) ● Second generation iPod touch 姞 (firmware version 2.1.1) ● First generation iPod nano 姞 (firmware ver- sion 1.3.1) ● Second generation iPod nano 姞 (firmware version 1.1.3) ● Third generation iPod nano 姞 (firmware ver- sion 1.1 PC) ● Third generation iPhone 姞 (firmware[...]

REPEAT (RPT), RANDOM (RDM) : When the RPT button is pushed while a track is being played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: MUSIC BOX 姞 (if so equipped) The “Music Box 姞 ” can store songs from CDs being played. 40.0 GB (9.3 GB for music storage capacity) (with navigation system) or a 2.0 GB (800 MB for music storage capacity) (wit[...]

Recording CDs 1. Operate the audio system to play a CD. For the details of playing CDs, see “Compact Disc (CD) player operation” earlier in this section. 2. Select the “Start REC” or “REC” key. NOTE: ● The system starts playing and recording the 1st track on the CD when the “Start REC” or “REC” key is selected. ● The recordi[...]

If the CD is ejected, the audio system is turned off or the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position, the recording also stops. Playing recorded songs Select the “Music Box 姞 ” audio system by using one of the following methods. ● Push the audio source switch on the steering wheel repeatedly until the center display changes to the Musi[...]

Next/Previous Track and Fast Forward/Rewind : When the or button is pushed for more than 1.5 seconds while a track is being played, the track will play while fast forwarding or rewinding. When the button is released, the track will return to the normal play speed. When the or button is pushed for less than 1.5 seconds while a track is being played,[...]

There are some options available by selecting the “Menu” key on the screen during playback. Select one of the following options that are displayed on the screen if necessary. Now Playing (models with navigation system) : Displays a track list to choose a preferred track for playback. Music Library : There are some options available during play-[...]

● Edit Information of Current Song (models with navigation system) Edit the “Track”, “Artist” and “Genre” infor- mation of the current track using the keypad displayed on the screen. (See “HOW TO USE TOUCH SCREEN (models with navigation sys- tem)” earlier in this section.) Edit the “Mode” information by selecting from the list[...]

Music Box 姞 settings To set the Music box 姞 hard drive/flash memory to your preferred settings, select the “ Menu ” key during playback, and the “ Music Box Set- tings ” key with the INFINITI controller, and then push the ENTER button. Music Box Used/Free Space : Information about “Saved Album”, “Saved Track” and “Remaining Ti[...]

you are. For more information, see the web page for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for the Gracenote service. The Gracenote Software and each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you “AS IS.” Gracenote makes no representations or warran- ties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy of any Gracenote Data from in the Gracenote Servers. Gracen[...]

● A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges. Remove the rough edges by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated. USB memory ● Never touch the terminal portion of the USB memory. ● Do not place heavy objects on the USB memory. ● Do not store the USB memory in highly humid locations. ● Do [...]

3. Volume control switch 4. Back switch STEERING-WHEEL-MOUNTED CONTROLS FOR AUDIO Menu control switch (models with navigation system) or audio tuning switch (models without navigation system) While the display is showing a MAP (navigation systems only), STATUS or Audio screen, tilt the switch upward or downward to select a station, track, CD or fol[...]

● Tilting up/down for more than 1.5 seconds will scroll up or down through the album (folder) number (if playing compressed au- dio files). ● Pushing the menu control switch will show the Music Box 姞 Menu. Bluetooth 姞 Audio (models with navigation sys- tem) : ● Tilting up/down for less than 1.5 seconds will scroll up or down through the t[...]

– The vehicle is covered with a car cover. ● Always properly tighten the antenna rod dur- ing installation. Otherwise, the antenna rod may break during vehicle operation. When installing a car phone or a CB radio in your INFINITI, be sure to observe the following cautions, otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the electronic control [...]

WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to ve- hicle operation. ● If you find yourself unable to devote full at- tention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe locatio[...]

● If the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System seems to be malfunctioning, please visit www.InfinitiUSA.com/bluetooth for trouble- shooting help. ● Some cellular phones or other devices may cause interference or a buzzing noise to come from the audio system speakers. Stor- ing the device in a different location may reduce or eliminate the noise[...]

CONTROL BUTTONS 1) TALK button 2) PHONE SEND button CONNECTING PROCEDURE 1. Push the button, and select the “Connect Phone” key. 2. When a PIN code appears on the screen, operate the compatible Bluetooth 姞 cellu- lar phone to enter the PIN code. The connecting procedure of the cellular phone varies according to each cellular phone. See the ce[...]

PHONE SELECTION Up to 5 cellular phones can be registered to the system. To switch to connect another cellular phone, push the button and select the “Connected Phones” key. The registered cellu- lar phones are shown on the list. If you select a cellular phone that is different from the one currently connected, the newly selected phone will be c[...]

5. Select the “Voicetag” key to record a name to speak when using the INFINITI Voice Recognition system. 6. Select the “Store” key and prepare to speak the name after the tone. 7. When the voicetag is successfully saved, select the “OK” key to save the phone- book entry. 8. After the phonebook entry is saved, it will show a screen that [...]

The following editing items are available: ● Entry # Changes the displayed number of the se- lected entry. ● Name Edit the name of the entry using the keypad displayed on the screen. ● Number Edit the phone number using the keypad displayed on the screen. ● Type Select an icon from the icon list. ● Voicetag Confirm and store the voicetag.[...]

5. Select the “Call” key to start dialing the number. There are different methods to make a call. Select one of the following options instead of “Handset Phonebook” in step 2 above. ● Vehicle Phonebook Select an entry stored in the Vehicle’s Phonebook. ● Call History Select an outgoing, incoming or missed call downloaded from your cel[...]

● Hold Call Put an incoming call on hold. ● Reject Call Reject an incoming call. To finish the call, perform one of the follow- ing procedures listed below. a) Select the “Hang up” key. b) Push the button on the steering wheel. DURING A CALL There are some options available during a call. Select one of the following displayed on the screen [...]

PHONE SETTING To set up the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System to your preferred settings, push the SETTING button on the instrument panel and select the “PHONE” key. Edit Vehicle Phonebook To edit the vehicle phonebook, use the same procedure as described in “VEHICLE PHONE- BOOK” earlier in this section. Delete Phonebook The vehicle pho[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty. If problems are encountered, try the following solutions. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution System fails to interpret the com- mand correctly. [...]

WARNING ● Use a phone after stopping your vehicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise extreme caution at all times so full attention may be given to ve- hicle operation. ● If you find yourself unable to devote full at- tention to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe locatio[...]

● If the Bluetooth 姞 Hands-Free Phone System seems to be malfunctioning, please contact an INFINITI retailer. ● Some cellular phones or other devices may cause interference or a buzzing noise to come from the audio system speakers. Stor- ing the device in a different location may reduce or eliminate the noise. ● Refer to the cellular phone [...]

INFO ● The available voice commands are only ap- plicable to the relevant language set in the LANGUAGE setting screen. (See “HOW TO USE SETTING BUTTON” earlier in this sec- tion.) ● If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may not be available so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Using system Initialization : When the igni[...]

2. A list of commands appears on the screen, and the system announces, “Please say a command after the beep. Available commands are: Call, Phone- book, Recent Calls, Connect Phone or Help”. 3. After the tone sounds and the icon on the screen changes from to , speak a command. See the “List of voice commands” later in this section for the vo[...]

Personal vocabulary (voicetags) : Voice Recognition System is equipped with the function called “voicetags”, which can be asso- ciated with the phone number and name in the phonebook. Using the voice tag will automati- cally generate a speed dial to the registered number. See “PHONEBOOK REGISTRATION” earlier in this section. You can call th[...]

List of voice commands: COMMAND ACTION “Call/Dial” “<name>” Dials the specified <name>. “Call/Dial” “Redial” Dials the last number. “Call” “<number>” Dials the specified <number>. “Phonebook” “<name>” Displays the specified <name> in the phonebook. “Phonebook” “List Names” [...]

PAIRING PROCEDURE Up to 5 cellular phones can be registered. 1. Push the button on the steering wheel. The system announces the avail- able commands. 2. Speak: “Connect Phone”. The system ac- knowledges the command and announces the next set of available commands. 3. Speak: “Add Phone”. The system ac- knowledges the command and asks you to [...]

5. The system asks the user to speak a name for the phone. Speak: “Yes”. The system acknowledges the command and registers the cellular phone. If the name is too long or too short, the system tells the user, then prompts the user for a name again. Also, if more than one phone is connected and the name sounds too much like a name already used, t[...]

RECEIVING A CALL When the ring tone is heard, press the button on the steering wheel. Once the call has ended, press the button on the steering wheel. NOTE: To reject a call when the ring tone is heard, press the button on the steering wheel. DURING A CALL During a call there are several command op- tions available. Press the button on the steering[...]

PHONE SETTINGS Call ● (a name) If there are entries stored in the Phone Book, a number associated with a name and loca- tion can be dialed. See “Phone book regis- tration” in this section to learn how to store entries. When prompted by the system, say the name of the phone book entry to call. The system acknowledges the name. If there are mul[...]

the command, the system announces all voicetags registered in the system. Playback of the list can be stopped at any time by pressing a button on the steering wheel. The system ends the VR session. ● Transfer Entry Use the Transfer Entry command to transfer the phonebook data stored in a cellular phone to the system. The system acknowledges the c[...]

● Callback Use the Callback command to dial the last incoming call. ● Help The system announces the available com- mands. Connect Phone ● Add Phone Use the Pair Phone command to connect a compatible phone to the Bluetooth 姞 Hands- Free Phone System. When asked to enter a PIN code to connect a Bluetooth 姞 cellular phone, enter the code “[...]

chooses to delete a phone or all phones, the system asks the user to confirm. NOTE: When the user deletes a phone, the associated phone book for that phone will also be deleted. ● Replace Phone Use the Replace Phone command to change the priority level of the active phone. The priority level determines which phone is active when more than one pai[...]

The voice adaptation mode will stop if: ● The button is pressed in voice adap- tation mode. ● The vehicle is driven during voice adaptation mode. ● The ignition switch is turned to the OFF or LOCK position. INFINITI Voice Recognition allows hands-free operation of the Phone, Navigation, Information and Audio systems in one of two modes, Stan-[...]

Activating Standard Mode When the Alternate Command Mode is active, perform the following steps to switch to the Standard Mode. 1. Push the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Select the “Others” key. 3. Select the “Voice Recognition” key. 4. Select the “Alternate Command Mode” key. 5. The indicator turns off and the Standard M[...]

Available items : ● Getting Started Describes the basics of how to operate the INFINITI Voice Recognition system. ● Let’s Practice Mode that allows practicing by following the instructions of the system voice. ● Using the Address Book Tutorial for entering a destination by using the Address Book. ● Finding a Street Address (if so equipped[...]

Useful tips for correct operation You can display useful speaking tips to help the system recognize your voice commands cor- rectly. Select “Help on Speaking” to start display. USING THE SYSTEM Initialization When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, INFINITI Voice Recognition is initial- ized, which may take up to one minute. When[...]

2. A list of commands appears on the screen, and the system announces, “Would you like to access Phone, Naviga- tion, Information, Audio or Help?”. 3. After the tone sounds and the icon on the screen changes from to , speak a command. Selecting the “Practice” key will start the practice mode. See “Let’s Practice” earlier in this secti[...]

When speaking a house number, speak the number “0” as “zero”. If the letter “o (Oh)” is included in the house number, it will not be recognized as the number “0 (zero)” even if you speak “oh” instead of “zero”. Please speak “zero” for the number “0 (zero)”, “oh” for the letter “o (oh)” Monitor, climate, audio[...]

Command List Category Command: Command Action Phone Operates the Phone function Navigation Operates the Navigation function Information Displays the vehicle Information function Audio Operates the Audio function. Help Displays User Guide ● Phone Command: Command Action Dial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number up to 10 digits. Vehicle Pho[...]

● Navigation Command: Command Action Home Sets a route to your home that is stored in the Address Book. Address Searches for a location by the street address specified, and sets a route to the location. Places Sets a route to a facility near the current vehicle location. Address Book Searches for stored information in the Address Book. Previous D[...]

● General Commands Command Action Go back Corrects the last recognition result to return to the previous screen Exit Cancels Voice Recognition 4-124 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems[...]

Voice command examples To use the INFINITI Voice Recognition function, speaking one command is sometimes suffi- cient, but at other times it is necessary to speak two or more commands. As examples, some additional basic operations by voice commands are described here. For navigation system commands, see the sepa- rate Navigation System Owner’s Ma[...]

4. Speak “Dial Number”. 5. Speak “8 0 0”. Selecting the “Manual Controls” key switches the screen to the keypad to input the phone number manually. 6. The system announces, “Please say the next three digits or dial, or say change number.” 7. Speak “6 6 2”. SAA2536 SAA2537 SAA2538 4-126 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice re[...]

8. The system announces, “Please say the last four digits” or say change number. 9. Speak “ 6200 ” . 10. The system announces, “Dial or Change Number?” 11. Speak “Dial”. 12. The system makes a call to 800-662- 6200. Note : ● You can also speak “800-662-6200” (10 continuous digits) or “662-6200” (7 continu- ous digits), if [...]

Example 2 - Placing an international call to the phone number 011-81-111-222-3333: 1. Push the TALK switch located on the steering wheel. 2. The system announces, “Would you like to access Phone, Navigation, Information or Help?” 3. Speak “Phone”. 4. Speak “International Call”. SAA1588 SAA2535 SAA2536 4-128 Monitor, climate, audio, phon[...]

5. Speak “011811112223333”. 6. Speak “Dial”. 7. System makes a call to 011-81-111-222- 3333. Note : Any digit input format is available in the Inter- national Number input process. INFINITI VOICE RECOGNITION ALTERNATE COMMAND MODE The following section is applicable when Alter- nate Command Mode is activated. When Alternate Command Mode is [...]

Activating Alternate Command Mode When the Standard Mode is active, perform the following steps to switch to the Alternate Com- mand Mode. 1. Push the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Highlight the “Others” key. 3. Highlight the “Voice Recognition” key. 4. Highlight the “Alternate Command Mode” key. 5. The confirmation messa[...]

5. Select a category from the list. 6. Select an item. 7. If necessary, scroll the screen using the INFINITI controller to view the entire list. 8. Press the BACK button to return to the previous screen. SAA2545 SAA2546 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-131[...]

Command List Phone Commands: Command Action Dial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number. Vehicle Phonebook Makes a call to a contact that is stored in the Vehicle Phonebook. Handset Phonebook Makes a call to a contact that is stored in the mobile phone. Call History Incoming Calls Makes a call to the incoming call number. Outgoing Calls Makes[...]

Information Commands: Command Action Fuel Economy Displays fuel economy information. Maintenance Displays maintenance information. Where am I? Displays your current location. Traffic Information Turns the traffic information system ON and OFF. Weather Information Displays weather information. Weather Map Displays a weather map. Audio Commands: Comm[...]

Help Commands: Command Action Command List Navigation Commands Displays the navigation command list. Phone Commands Displays the phone command list. Audio Commands Displays the audio command list. Information Commands Displays the information command list. Help Commands Displays the help command list. User Guide Displays the User Guide. Speaker Ada[...]

Displaying user guide You can confirm how to use voice commands by accessing a simplified User Guide, which con- tains basic instructions and tutorials for several voice commands. 1. Push the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Select the “Others” key using the INFINITI controller and push the ENTER button. 3. Highlight the “Voice Recogni[...]

● Wait until a tone sounds before speaking a command. ● Speak in a natural voice without pausing between words. Giving voice command 1. Push and release the TALK switch located on the steering wheel. 2. A list of commands appears on the screen, and the system announces, “Please say a command”. 3. After the tone sounds and the icon on the sc[...]

● Push the BACK button once to return to the previous screen. ● If you want to cancel the command, push and hold the TALK switch for 1 sec- ond. The message “Voice canceled” will be announced. ● To skip the voice guidance function and give the command immediately, press the TALK switch to interrupt the system. Re- member to speak after th[...]

4. Select the user whose voice is memorized by the system. 5. Select the “Start Speaker Adaptation Learning” key. 6. Select a category to be learned by the system from the following list. ● Phone Commands ● Navigation Commands ● Information Commands ● Audio Commands ● Help Commands The voice commands in the category are displayed. 7. [...]

Speaker Adaptation function settings : Edit User Name Edit the user name using the keypad displayed on the screen. Delete Voice Data Resets the user’s voice that the voice recogni- tion system has learned. Continuous Learning When this item is turned to ON, you can have the system learn the voice commands in suc- cession, without selecting comman[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty. If problems are encountered, follow the solutions given in this guide for the appropriate error. Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number one, until the problem is resolved. Symptom/error message Solut[...]

MEMO Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-141[...]

5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving .............. 5 - 2 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .................. 5 - 2 Three-way catalyst ............................. 5 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ......... 5 - 3 Avoiding collision and rollover ................... 5 - 5 On-pavement and off-road driving precautions [...]

Preview function (for Intelligent Cruise Control system equipped models) .............. 5-54 Distance Control Assist (DCA) system (if so equipped) ....................................... 5-54 Precautions on distance control assist system ....................................... 5-54 Distance control assist operation ............... 5-56 Forward Coll[...]

WARNING ● Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone either. They could accidentally injure them- selves or others through inadvertent opera- tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to[...]

● Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunctions in the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical sys- tems can cause overrich fuel flow into the three-way catalyst, causing it to overheat. Do not keep driving if the engine misfires, or if noticeable loss of performance or other unusual operating conditions are detected. Have the vehicle inspected promptl[...]

and low tire pressure is detected. The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning turns off when the low tire pressure warning light turns off. The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning does not appear if the low tire pressure warning light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction. ● Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the heat caused by the vehicle’s operatio[...]

● If a computer (or similar equipment) or a DC/AC converter is being used in or near the vehicle. FCC Notice: For USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harm- ful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including [...]

Be sure to read “ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) DRIV- ING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (for AWD models)” later in this section. OFF-ROAD RECOVERY If the right side or left side wheels unintention- ally leave the road surface, maintain control of the vehicle by following the procedure below. Please note that this procedure is only a gen- eral guide. The vehicle mu[...]

6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers and either contact a roadside emergency ser- vice to change the tire or see “CHANGING A FLAT TIRE” in the “6. In case of emer- gency” section of this Owner’s Manual. DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND DRIVING WARNING Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces co- [...]

WARNING Do not operate the push-button ignition switch while driving the vehicle except in an emer- gency. (The engine will stop when the ignition switch is pushed 3 consecutive times or the ignition switch is pushed and held for more than 2 seconds.) If the engine stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead to a crash and serious inju[...]

PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH OPERATION When the ignition switch is pushed without depressing the brake pedal, the ignition switch position will change as follows: ● Push center once to change to ACC. ● Push center two times to change to ON. ● Push center three times to change to OFF. (No position illuminates.) ● Push center four times to ret[...]

ACC (Accessories) This position activates electrical accessories such as the radio, when the engine is not running. ON (Normal operating position) This position turns on the ignition system and electrical accessories. OFF The engine can be turned off in this position. The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch cannot be switched to t[...]

NOTE: The Intelligent Key port does not charge the In- telligent Key battery. If you see the low battery indicator in the dot matrix liquid crystal display, replace the battery as soon as possible. (See “INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec- tion.) CAUTION ● Never place anything except the In[...]

pedal and pushing the push-button igni- tion switch to start the engine. If the engine starts, but fails to run, repeat the above procedure. CAUTION Do not operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, push the ignition switch to OFF and wait 10 seconds before cranking again, otherwise the starter could be da[...]

● Except in an emergency, do not shift to the N (Neutral) position while driving. Doing so can cause a loss of engine braking which may result in a collision, serious personal injury or death. In addition, coasting with the transmission in the N (Neutral) position may cause serious damage to the transmission. CAUTION ● When stopping the vehicle[...]

CAUTION Use this position only when the vehicle is com- pletely stopped. R (Reverse) : Use this position to back up. Always be sure the vehicle is completely stopped before selecting the R (Reverse) position. The brake pedal must be depressed and the selector lever button pushed in to move the selector lever from the P (Park) position, the N (Neutr[...]

● Moving the selector lever rapidly to the same side twice will shift the ranges in succes- sion. However, if this motion is done rapidly, the second shifting may not be completed properly. ● In the manual shift mode, the transmission may not shift to the selected gear. This helps maintain driving performance and reduces the chance of vehicle d[...]

4. Push down the shift lock 䊊 B as illustrated. 5. Push the selector lever button 䊊 C and move the selector lever to N (Neutral) position 䊊 D while holding down the shift lock. Push the ignition switch to the ON position to unlock the steering wheel (if so equipped). Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired loca- tion. For models with a st[...]

The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) sys- tem will operate when the vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately 45 MPH (72 km/h) and above, and when it is traveling close to either the left or the right of a traveling lane. Each system functions as follows: ● Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system — warns the dr[...]

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) SYSTEM Precautions on LDW system WARNING ● This system is only a warning device to in- form the driver of a potential unintended lane departure. It will not steer the vehicle or prevent loss of control. It is the driver’s re- sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep the vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in[...]

LDW system operation The LDW system provides a lane departure warning function when the vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h) and above. When the vehicle approaches either the left or the right side of the traveling lane, a warning chime will sound and the lane depar- ture warning light (orange) on the instrument panel will [...]

When the interior temperature is reduced, the LDW system will resume operating automati- cally and the warning systems ON indicator will stop flashing. LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION (LDP) SYSTEM Precautions on LDP system WARNING ● The LDP system will not steer the vehicle or prevent loss of control. It is the driver’s re- sponsibility to stay alert[...]

● On roads where there are sharply contrast- ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water, wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after road repairs. (The LDP system could detect these items as lane markers.) ● On roads where the traveling lane merges or separates. ● When the vehicle’s traveling direction does not align with the lane marker. ●[...]

The LDP system turns on when you push the dynamic driver assistance switch on the steer- ing wheel after starting the engine. The LDP ON indicator light (green) on the instrument panel will illuminate. Push the dynamic driver assis- tance switch again to turn off the LDP system. The LDP ON indicator light will turn off. Changing the dynamic driver [...]

3. To set the LDP system to on or off, high- light the “Lane Departure Prevention” key, select ON or OFF and push the ENTER 䊊 2 button. If you set all of the systems to disable and push the dynamic driver assistance switch, the indi- cator of the disabled system will blink for approximately 4 seconds and turn off. (See “DISTANCE CONTROL ASS[...]

When the interior temperature is reduced, the system will resume operating automatically and the LDP ON indicator will stop blinking. LANE CAMERA UNIT MAINTENANCE The lane camera unit 䊊 1 for the LDW/LDP system is located inside the map light cover. To keep the proper operation of the LDW/LDP systems and prevent a system malfunction, be sure to o[...]

The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system can help alert the driver of other vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing lanes. The BSW system uses radar sensors 䊊 A in- stalled near the rear bumper to detect other vehicles beside your vehicle in an adjacent lane. The radar sensors can detect vehicles on either side of your vehicle within the detection zo[...]

WARNING ● The BSW system is not a replacement for proper driving procedure and is not de- signed to prevent contact with vehicles or objects. When changing lanes, always use the side and rear mirrors and turn and look in the direction you will move to ensure it is safe to change lanes. Never rely solely on the BSW system. ● The BSW system may n[...]

The brightness of the BSW indicator lights is adjusted automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light. A chime sounds if the radar sensors have already detected vehicles when the driver acti- vates the turn signal. If a vehicle comes into the detection zone after the driver activates the turn signal, then only the BSW indicator ligh[...]

BSW DRIVING SITUATIONS Another vehicle approaching from behind The BSW indicator light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection zone from behind in an adjacent lane. However, if the overtaking vehicle is traveling much faster than your vehicle, the indicator light may not illuminate before the detected vehicle is beside your vehicle. Always us[...]

Overtaking other vehicles The BSW indicator light illuminates if you over- take a vehicle and that vehicle stays in the detection zone for approximately 3 seconds. The radar sensors may not detect slower mov- ing vehicles if they are passed quickly. If the driver activates the turn signal while another vehicle is in the detection zone, then the BSW[...]

NOTE: When overtaking several vehicles in a row, the vehicles after the first vehicle may not be de- tected if they are traveling close together. Entering from the side The BSW indicator light illuminates if a vehicle enters the detection zone from either side. NOTE: The radar sensors may not detect a vehicle which is traveling at about the same sp[...]

If the driver activates the turn signal, then the BSW indicator light flashes and a chime will sound twice. NOTE: If the driver activates the turn signal before a vehicle enters the detection zone, the BSW indi- cator light will flash but no chime will sound when another vehicle is detected. BSW temporarily not available ● When radar blockage is [...]

Radio frequency statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful inter- ference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Frequency of operat[...]

1. RESUME/ACCELERATE switch 2. SET/COAST switch 3. CANCEL switch 4. MAIN (ON·OFF) switch CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS The cruise control allows driving at a speed between 25 to 89 MPH (40 to 144 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. To turn on the cruise control, push the MAIN switch on. The CRUISE indicator will come on. To set c[...]

To resume the preset speed, push and release the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch. The vehicle will resume the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40 km/h). The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system maintains a selected distance from the vehicle in front of you within the speed range of 0 to 90 MPH (0 to 144 km/h) up to the set[...]

1. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode 2. Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode Push the MAIN switch 䊊 A to choose the cruise control mode between the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode 䊊 1 and the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode 䊊 2 . To choose the vehicle-to-vehicle distance con- trol mode 䊊 1 , quickly [...]

PRECAUTIONS ON VEHICLE-TO- VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE The system is intended to enhance the opera- tion of the vehicle when following a vehicle traveling in the same lane and direction. If the distance sensor 䊊 A detects a slower moving vehicle ahead, the system will reduce the vehicle speed so that your vehicle follows the vehicle in front at[...]

– During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) When the windshield wiper is operated at the low speed (LO) or high speed (HI) po- sition, the Intelligent Cruise Control sys- tem is automatically canceled. – When strong light (for example, at sun- rise or sunset) is directly shining on the front of the vehicle – When rain, snow or dirt adhere to[...]

fore, if the sensor cannot detect the reflector on the vehicle ahead, the ICC system may not maintain the selected distance. The following are some conditions in which the sensor cannot detect the signals: ● When the reflector of the vehicle ahead is positioned high on the vehicle (trailer, etc.) ● When the reflector on the vehicle ahead is mis[...]

The detection zone of the ICC sensor is limited. A vehicle ahead must be in the detection zone for the vehicle-to-vehicle distance detection mode to maintain the selected distance from the vehicle ahead. A vehicle ahead may move outside of the de- tection zone due to its position within the same lane of travel. Motorcycles may not be detected in th[...]

When driving on some roads, such as winding, hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are under construction, the ICC sensor may detect vehicles in a different lane, or may temporarily not detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may cause the ICC system to decelerate or acceler- ate the vehicle. The detection of vehicles may also be affected by v[...]

4. MAIN (ON·OFF) switch: Master switch to activate the system 5. DISTANCE switch: Changes the vehicle’s following dis- tance: ● Long ● Middle ● Short Intelligent cruise control system display and indicators The display is located between the speedom- eter and tachometer. 1) MAIN switch indicator: Indicates that the MAIN switch is ON. 2) Ve[...]

When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, the indicators come on as illustrated to check for a burned-out bulb, and it turns off when the engine is started. Operating vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode To turn on the cruise control, quickly push and release the MAIN switch 䊊 A on. The cruise indicator light, set distance indica[...]

When the SET/COAST switch is pushed under the following conditions, the system cannot be set and the ICC indicators will blink for approxi- mately 2 seconds: ● When traveling below 20 MPH (32 km/h) and the vehicle ahead is not detected ● When the selector lever is not in the D, DS or Manual mode ● When the windshield wipers are operating at l[...]

1. System set display with vehicle ahead 2. System set display without vehicle ahead System operation WARNING Normally when controlling the distance to a vehicle ahead, this system automatically accel- erates or decelerates your vehicle according to the speed of the vehicle ahead. Depress the accelerator to properly accelerate your vehicle when acc[...]

Vehicle ahead not detected : When a vehicle is no longer detected ahead, the ICC system gradually accelerates your vehicle to resume the previously set vehicle speed. The ICC system then maintains the set speed. When a vehicle is no longer detected the vehicle ahead detection indicator turns off. If a vehicle ahead appears during acceleration to th[...]

● Push, then quickly release the SET/COAST switch. Each time you do this, the set speed will decrease by approximately 1 MPH (1 km/h for Canada). To resume the preset speed, push and release the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch. The vehicle will resume the last set cruising speed when the vehicle speed is over 20 MPH (32 km/h). How to change the set dist[...]

● The distance to the vehicle ahead will change according to the vehicle speed. The higher the vehicle speed, the longer the distance. ● If the engine is stopped, the set distance becomes “long”. (Each time the engine is started, the initial setting becomes “long”.) Approach warning If your vehicle comes closer to the vehicle ahead due [...]

NOTE: The approach warning chime may sound and the system display may blink when the ICC sensor detects some reflectors 䊊 A which are fitted on vehicles in other lanes or on the side of the road. This may cause the ICC system to decelerate or accelerate the vehicle. The ICC sensor may de- tect these reflectors when the vehicle is driven on windin[...]

Warning light and display Condition A : Under the following conditions, the Intelligent Cruise Control system is automatically can- celed. The chime will sound and the system will not be able to be set. ● When the VDC system is turned off ● When the VDC or ABS (including the traction control system) operates ● When a tire slips ● When the S[...]

Condition C : When the ICC system is not operating properly, the chime sounds and the system warning light (orange) will come on. Action to take : If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the engine, resume driving and set the ICC system again. If it is not possible to set the system or the indic[...]

– in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed – on winding or hilly roads – on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.) – in very windy areas ● Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in an accident. Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control switch 1) RESUME/ACCELERATE switch: Resumes set speed or increases speed i[...]

Operating conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode To turn on the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, push and hold the MAIN switch 䊊 A for longer than about 1.5 seconds. When pushing the MAIN switch on, the Intelli- gent Cruise Control system display and the CRUISE indicator are displayed on the dot ma- trix liquid crystal disp[...]

a) Push the CANCEL button. The SET indica- tor will go out. b) Tap the brake pedal. The SET indicator will go out. c) Turn the MAIN switch off. Both the CRUISE indicator and SET indicator will go out. To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following three methods: a) Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired s[...]

PREVIEW FUNCTION (for Intelligent Cruise Control system equipped models) The ICC system with the preview function iden- tifies the need to apply emergency braking by sensing the vehicle ahead in the same lane and the distance to the vehicle ahead and relative speed from it, it applies the brake pre-pressure before the driver depresses the brake ped[...]

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 responsibility to stay alert, drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times. ● This system will not adapt automatically to road conditions. Do not use the system on roads with sharp curves, or on icy ro[...]

DISTANCE CONTROL ASSIST OPERATION Always pay attention to the operation of the vehicle and be ready to manually decelerate to maintain the proper following distance. The Distance Control Assist (DCA) system may not be able to decelerate the vehicle under some circumstances. The DCA system uses a sensor 䊊 A located on the front of the vehicle to d[...]

The detection zone of the sensor is limited. A vehicle ahead must be in the detection zone for the system to operate. A vehicle ahead may move outside of the de- tection 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 vehi[...]

When driving on some roads, such as winding, hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are under construction, the sensor may detect ve- hicles in a different lane, or may temporarily not detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may cause the system to work inappropriately. The detection of vehicles may also be affected by vehicle operation (steeri[...]

3) Distance Control Assist system warning light (orange): The light comes on if there is a malfunc- tion in the DCA system. Operating Distance Control Assist (DCA) system To turn on the DCA system, push the dynamic driver assistance switch on the steering wheel after starting the engine. The Distance Control Assist (DCA) system switch indicator lig[...]

Setting DCA system to ON/OFF: 1. Push the SETTING 䊊 1 button and highlight the “Driver Assistance” key on the display using the INFINITI controller. Then push the ENTER 䊊 2 button. 2. Highlight the “Dynamic Assistance set- tings” key, and push the ENTER 䊊 2 but- ton. 3. To set the DCA system to on or off, highlight the “Distance Con[...]

Under the following conditions, the Distance Control Assist system will not operate and the Distance Control Assist (DCA) system switch indicator light will blink: ● When the SNOW mode switch is ON (To use the DCA system, turn off the SNOW mode switch, then push the dynamic driver assis- tance switch.) For details about the SNOW mode switch, see [...]

1. System set display with vehicle ahead 2. System set display without vehicle ahead System operation WARNING The Distance Control Assist system automati- cally decelerates your vehicle to help assist the driver to maintain a following distance from the vehicle ahead. Manually brake when decelera- tion is required to maintain a safe distance upon s[...]

The stoplights of the vehicle come on and the brake pedal depresses when braking is per- formed by the DCA system. When the brake operates, a noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction. WARNING ● When the vehicle ahead detection indicator light is not illuminated, system will not con- trol or warn the driver. ● Never place your foot under th[...]

NOTE: The approach warning chime may sound and the system display may blink when the sensor de- tects some reflectors 䊊 A which are fitted on ve- hicles in other lanes or on the side of the road. This may cause the DCA system to operate inap- propriately. The sensor may detect these reflec- tors when the vehicle is driven on winding roads, hilly [...]

Action to take : When the conditions listed above are no longer present, turn the system off with the dynamic driver assistance switch. Turn the DCA system back on to use the system. Condition B : When the sensor window is dirty, making it impossible to detect a vehicle ahead, the DCA system is automatically canceled. The chime sounds and the syste[...]

Sensor maintenance How to handle the sensor : The sensor for the DCA system is common with Intelligent Cruise Control and is located below the front bumper. To handle the sensor, see “INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC) SYSTEM (FULL SPEED RANGE)” earlier in this section. The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system will warn the driver by a warning [...]

The FCW system uses the distance sensor 䊊 A located below 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 instru- ment panel blinks and a warning chime sounds. The FCW system will be [...]

– When abruptly accelerating or decelerating. – On a steep downhill slope or on roads with sharp curves. – When there is a highly reflective object near the vehicle ahead (i.e., being very close to another vehicle, signboard, etc.) – When you are towing a trailer. ● Depending on certain road conditions (curved or beginning of a curve), ve[...]

FCW system operation The FCW system will function at speeds of approximately 10 MPH (15 km/h) and above, when the system turns on. The FCW system has an automatic setting mode and a manual setting mode to turn the system on. The setting mode can be changed. In the automatic setting mode, the FCW system is automatically turned on when the ignition s[...]

The IBA system uses a distance sensor 䊊 A located below 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 traveling lane, the vehicle ahead detection indicator light on the instru- ment panel blinks and a warning chime sounds. The IBA system will be[...]

– When dense exhaust or other smoke (black smoke) from vehicles reduces the visibility of the sensor. – 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. – When there is a highly reflective [...]

● The system is designed to automatically check the sensor’s functionality. If the sen- sor is covered with ice, a transparent or translucent plastic bag, etc., the system may not detect them. In these instances the sys- tem may not be able to warn the driver prop- erly. Be sure to check and clean the sensor regularly. ● Excessive noise will [...]

The IBA system will remain in the last ON or OFF state it was left in until it is manually changed by pressing the IBA OFF switch. Illumination of the IBA OFF indicator light with- out the warning chime sound is an indication that the IBA system is temporarily unavailable. It will occur under the following conditions: – When driving into a strong[...]

The AWD warning light is located in the meter. The AWD warning light comes on when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position. It turns off soon after the engine is started. If any malfunction occurs in the AWD system while the engine is running, the warning light will come on. The warning light may blink rapidly (about twice per second) whil[...]

● If the warning light comes on while driving there may be a malfunction in the AWD sys- tem. Reduce the vehicle speed and have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible. ● If the warning light remains on after the above operation, have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible. ● The power train [...]

WARNING ● Do not stop or park the vehicle over flam- mable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire. ● Never leave the engine running while the vehicle is unattended. ● Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could [...]

WARNING If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the steering will not work. Steering will be harder to operate. The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering. If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you will still have control of the vehicle. However, much[...]

WARNING ● While driving on a slippery surface, be care- ful when braking, accelerating or downshift- ing. Abrupt braking or accelerating could cause the wheels to skid and result in an accident. ● If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the brakes will not work. Braking will be harder. BRAKE ASSIST When[...]

● The sensor will not detect: a) Pedestrians or objects in the roadway b) Oncoming vehicles in the same lane c) Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel lane as illustrated WARNING ● This system is only an aid to assist braking operation and is not a collision warning or avoidance device. It is the driver’s responsi- bility to stay alert, d[...]

Warning light and display When the Preview Function is not operating properly, the buzzer sounds and the system warning light (orange) will come on. Action to take : If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the engine and resume driving. If the indicator stays on, it may indicate that the Preview[...]

– For detailed information, see “WHEELS AND TIRES” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard braking or when braking on slippery surfaces. The system detects the rotation speed at each wheel and varies the brake fluid pres[...]

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion. Under certain driving condi- tions, the VDC system helps to perform the following functions. ● Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle. ?[...]

● Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If suspension parts such as shock absorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings and wheels are not INFINITI recommended for your vehicle or are extremely deterio- rated, the VDC system may not operate prop- erly. This could adversely affect vehicle han- dling performance, and the VDC warning lig[...]

TIRE EQUIPMENT SUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide superior performance on dry pavement. How- ever, the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy condi- tions. If you operate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads, INFINITI recommends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. Consult an [...]

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so equipped) Engine block heaters are used to assist in cold temperature starting. The engine block heater should be used when the outside temperature is 20°F ( ⫺ 7°C) or lower. To use the engine block heater 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine block heater cord. 3. Plug the engine block heater[...]

MEMO 5-86 Starting and driving[...]

6 In case of emergency Roadside assistance program ...................... 6 - 2 Emergency engine shut off ......................... 6 - 2 Flat tire ........................................... 6 - 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ......... 6 - 2 Changing a flat tire ............................. 6 - 3 Jump starting ..........................[...]

In the event of a roadside emergency, Roadside Assistance Service is available to you. Please refer to your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.) or Warranty & Roadside Assistance Infor- mation Booklet (Canada) for details. To shut off the engine in an emergency situa- tion, while driving perform the following proce- dure: ● Rapidly push the pu[...]

WARNING ● If the low tire pressure warning light illumi- nates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Seriou[...]

Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks 䊊 1 at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked up. WARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury. Getting the spare tire and tools Raise the luggage room floor cover 䊊 1 using the h[...]

● Use only the jack provided with your vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the jack pro- vided with your vehicle on other vehicles. The jack is designed for lifting only your ve- hicle during a tire change. ● Use the correct jack-up points. Never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support. ● Never jack up the vehicle more than nec[...]

2. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground. 3. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above. Remove the wheel nuts, and then rem[...]

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground. Then, with the wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts se- curely in the sequence as illustrated. Lower the vehicle completely. 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 [...]

To start your engine with a booster battery, the instructions and precautions below must be followed. WARNING ● If done incorrectly, jump starting can lead to a battery explosion, resulting in severe in- jury or death. It could also damage your vehicle. ● Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks a[...]

WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charging system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle 䊊 A , position the two vehicles ( 䊊 A and 䊊 B ) to bring their batteries into close proxim- ity to each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Apply [...]

8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes as it may be contaminated with corrosive acid. 9. Put the battery cover on. Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing. CAUTION ● Automatic transmission models cannot be push-started or tow-started. Attempting to do so may cause transmission[...]

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radia- tor before opening the hood. (If steam or coolant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not open the hood further until no steam or coolant can be seen. 5. Open the engine hood. WARNING If steam or water is coming from the engine, stand clear to prevent getting[...]

For information about towing your vehicle be- hind a recreational vehicle (RV), see “FLAT TOWING” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section of this manual. If needed, Roadside Assistance is available. Please see your Warranty Information Booklet or Roadside Assistance I.D. Card for the toll-free number to call (U.S.) or Warrant[...]

● When towing rear wheel drive models with the front wheels on the ground or on towing dollies: Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position, and secure the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or similar device. For models with a steering wheel lock mechanism: Never se- cure the steering wheel by selecting the LOCK posit[...]

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle) WARNING ● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. ● Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged. Pulling a stuck vehicle If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use a tow strap or other [...]

Rocking a stuck vehicle If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use the following procedure: 1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system. 2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions. 3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires. 4. Slowly rock the vehicle fo[...]

MEMO 6-16 In case of emergency[...]

7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior .................................. 7 - 2 Washing ....................................... 7 - 2 Waxing ........................................ 7 - 2 Removing spots ................................ 7 - 3 Underbody ..................................... 7 - 3 Glass ......................................... 7 - 3[...]

In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle, it is important to take proper care of it. To protect the paint surface, wash your vehicle as soon as you can: ● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain ● after driving on coastal roads ● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop- pings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs [...]

REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, in- sects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the paint surface to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are avail- able at an INFINITI retailer or any automotive accessory stores. UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, the underbody must be cleaned[...]

TIRE DRESSING INFINITI does not recommend the use of tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating to the tires to help reduce discoloration of the rubber. If a tire dressing is applied to the tires, it may react with the coating and form a com- pound. This compound may come off the tire while driving and stain the vehicle paint. If you choose[...]

Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions before using air fresheners. FLOOR MATS WARNING To avoid potential pedal interference that may result in a collision or injury: ● NEVER place a floor mat on top of another floor mat in the driver front position. ● Use only genuine NISSAN floor mats specifi- cally designed for use in yo[...]

WARNING Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in the retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, or chemical solvents to clean the seat belts, since these materials may severely weaken the seat belt webbing. MOST COMMON FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE CORROSION ● The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and [...]

CAUTION ● NEVER remove dirt, sand or other debris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner. ● Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic components inside the vehicle as this may damage them. Chemicals used for road surface deicing are extremely corrosive. They ac[...]

MEMO 7-8 Appearance and care[...]

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirement .......................... 8 - 2 Scheduled maintenance ........................ 8 - 2 General maintenance ........................... 8 - 2 Where to go for service ......................... 8 - 2 General maintenance .............................. 8 - 2 Explanation of maintenance items .......[...]

Your new INFINITI has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with long service intervals to save you both time and money. However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your INFINITI’s fine mechanical condition, as well as its emission and engine performance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make su[...]

When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication fre- quently. Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlight aim. Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: [...]

Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are operating prop- erly. Windshield defroster: Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the w[...]

When performing any inspection or mainte- nance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are gen- eral precautions which should be closely ob- served. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the parking brake securely and block the wheels to preven[...]

VQ35HR ENGINE 1. Fuse/fusible link holder 2. Battery 3. Radiator filler cap 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Window washer fluid reservoir 8. Power steering fluid reservoir 9. Air cleaner 10. Drive belts 11. Engine coolant reservoir The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixt[...]

CAUTION ● When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted to provide antifreeze protection to ⫺ 34°F ( ⫺ 37°C). If additional freeze protection is needed due to weather where you operate your vehicle, add[...]

of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life expectancy of the factory-fill coolant. Refer to the INFINITI Service and Main- tenance Guide for more details. If the cooling system requires coolant fre- quently, have it checked by an INFINITI retailer. CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT Major cooling system repairs should be per- formed by [...]

5. Remove the plastic engine undercover. a. Remove the small plastic clip at the center point of the undercover. b. Then remove the other bolts that hold the undercover in place. CAUTION Make sure the correct lifting and support points are used to avoid vehicle damage. Engine oil and filter 1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug. 2. Remove[...]

7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten ad- ditionally more than 2/3 turn. Oil filter tightening torque: 11 to 15 ft-lb (14.7 to 20.5 N·m) 8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench. Drain plug tightening torque: 22 to 29 ft-lb (29 to 39 N·m)[...]

When checking or replacement is required, we recommend an INFINITI retailer for servicing. CAUTION ● Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF. Do not mix with other fluids. ● Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the auto[...]

For further brake fluid specification information, see “CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section of this manual. WARNING ● Use only new fluid from a sealed container. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may dam- age the brake system. The use of improper fluids can damage the brake [...]

shield washer antifreeze. Follow the manufac- turer’s instructions for the mixture ratio. Refill the reservoir more frequently when driv- ing conditions require an increased amount of window washer fluid. Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind- shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent. CAUTION ● Do not substitute engin[...]

Check the fluid level in each cell (Remove the battery cover if it is necessary). It should be between the UPPER LEVEL 䊊 1 and LOWER LEVEL 䊊 2 lines. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level to the indicator in each filler opening. Do not overfill. 1. Remove the cell plugs 䊊 A . 2. Add distilled water up to[...]

CAUTION ● Do not ground accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable voltage control system and the ve- hicle battery may not charge completely. ● Use electrical accessories with the engine running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. The variable voltage control system measures the amount of electrical d[...]

WARNING Be sure the engine and the ignition switch are off and that the parking brake is engaged securely. CAUTION Be sure to use the correct socket to remove the spark plugs. An incorrect socket can damage the spark plugs. REPLACING SPARK PLUGS If replacement is required, see an INFINITI re- tailer for servicing. Iridium-tipped spark plugs It is n[...]

When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth. WARNING ● Operating the engine with the air cleaner removed can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned[...]

REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. 1. Pull the wiper arm. 2. Push the release tab 䊊 A , and then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm 䊊 1 while pushing the release tab to remove. 3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds. 4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove. CAUTION ● After[...]

Contact an INFINITI retailer if checking or re- placement is required. If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes checked by an INFINITI retailer. SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKES Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting brakes. The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the brake pedal is applied. WARNING See an INFINITI retailer for a brake[...]

ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse. Be sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the headlight switch is turne[...]

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse. 1. Be sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the head- light switch [...]

NOTE: If the extended storage switch malfunctions, or if the fuse is open, it is not necessary to replace the switch. In this case, remove the extended storage switch and replace it with a new fuse of the same rating. How to remove the extended storage switch: 1. To remove the extended storage switch, be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF”[...]

See an INFINITI retailer if you need any assis- tance for replacement. FCC Notice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential in- stallation. This equipme[...]

1. Clearance light 2. Headlight (high-beam) 3. Headlight (low-beam) 4. Map light 5. Rear personal light 6. Fog light 7. Front turn signal light 8. Front side marker light 9. Puddle light 10. Step light 11. High-mounted stop light 12. Back-up light 13. Rear combination light (tail/stop/side marker light) 14. Cargo light (sidewall) 15. Cargo light (l[...]

HEADLIGHTS Replacing Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A temperature difference between the inside and the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is not a malfunction. If large drops of water collect inside the lens, contact an INFINITI retailer. Xenon headlight bulb (if so equipped) : I[...]

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item Wattage (W) Bulb No. Headlight* low beams (Xenon) 35 D2S low beams (Halogen) 55 H11 high beams (Halogen) 65 H9 Front turn signal light* 21 WY21W Fog light* 35 H8 Clearance light* 5 W5W Front side marker light* 5 W5W Rear combination light* back-up 16 W16W stop/tail/side marker LED — Rear turn signal light* 21 PY2[...]

SDI1679 Map light SDI2030 Rear personal light SDI2031 Cargo light SDI1500B Vanity mirror light SDI1839 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-27[...]

If you have a flat tire, see “FLAT TIRE” in the “6. In case of emergency” section. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit and the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE[...]

● For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety In- formation” (US) or “Tire Safety Informa- tion” (Canada) in the Warranty Informa- tion Booklet. Tire and Loading Information label 䊊 1 Seating capacity: The maximum num- ber of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. 䊊 2 Vehicle load limit: See “VE[...]

䊊 3 Original size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory. 䊊 4 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The recommended cold tire inflat[...]

SIZE COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE FRONT ORIGINAL TIRE P225/ 55R18 97V 230 kPa, 33 PSI P245/ 45R19 98V 230 kPa, 33 PSI REAR ORIGINAL TIRE P225/ 55R18 97V 230 kPa, 33 PSI P245/ 45R19 98V 230 kPa, 33 PSI SPARE TIRE T165/ 80R17 420 kPa, 60 PSI T165/ 80D17 420 kPa, 60 PSI TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized inform[...]

5. Two-digit number (16): This number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches. 6. Two- or three-digit number (94): This number is the tire’s load index. It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support. You may not find this information on all tires be- cause it is not required by law. 7. H: Tire speed rating. You should not drive the [...]

䊊 5 Maximum load rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire. 䊊 6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type” Indicates whether the tire requires an inner tube (“tube t[...]

Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires. If you do not, it can adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Generally, snow tires will have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed[...]

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation INFINITI recommends rotating the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). (See “FLAT TIRE” in the “6. In case of emer- gency” section for tire replacing proce- dures.) As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wrench. Wheel nut tightening torque: 80 ft-lb (108 N·m)[...]

● The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced. ● Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, including the spare, over 6 years old checked by a qualified technician, because some tire damage may not be obvious. Replace the tires as necessary to prevent tire failure and[...]

● For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models CAUTION ● Always use tires of the same type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra- dial), and tread pattern on all four whee[...]

● Tire tread of the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the standard tire. Replace the spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators appear. ● Do not use the spare tire on other vehicles. ● Do not use more than one spare tire at the same time. CAUTION ● Do not use tire chains on a TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire. T[...]

9 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ........ 9 - 2 Fuel recommendation ........................... 9 - 3 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ......... 9 - 5 Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ..................... 9 - 6 Specifications ...................................[...]

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended specifications US measure Imp measure Liter Fuel 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 76 See[...]

FUEL RECOMMENDATION VQ35HR engine INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded pre- mium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96). If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, you may use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI number (Re- search octane number 91[...]

E-85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern- ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispens- ing pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbre- viation o[...]

1. API certification mark 2. API service symbol ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure sat- isfactory engine life and performance, see “CA- PACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS” earlier in this section. INFINITI recommends th[...]

change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Opera- tion under the following conditions may require more frequent oil and filter changes. ● repeated short distance driving at cold out- side temperatures, ● driving in dusty conditions, ● extensive idling, ●[...]

ENGINE Model VQ35HR Type Gasoline, 4-cycle Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60° Bore × Stroke in (mm) 3.760 × 3.205 (95.5 × 81.4) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 213.45 (3,498) Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6 Idle speed rpm No adjustment is necessary. Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) degree/ rpm Spark plug Standard FXE22HR-11 Spark plug gap (Normal)[...]

WHEELS AND TIRES Road wheel Type Size Offset in (mm) Conventional 18 × 8J 1.85 (47) 1 9×8 J Spare 17 × 4T 1.18 (30) Tire Type Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold] Conventional P225/55R18 33 (230) P245/45R19 Spare (T-type) T165/80R17 60 (420) T165/80D17 9-8 Technical and consumer information[...]

DIMENSIONS Overall length (with front license plate) in (mm) 182.5 (4,636) Overall width in (mm) 71.0 (1,803) Overall height (without roof rack) in (mm) 62.1 (1,577)*1*3 62.1 (1,578)*4 62.2 (1,579)*2 (with roof rack) 63.0 (1,599)*1 63.0 (1,601)*2 62.9 (1,598)*3 63.0 (1,600)*4 Front tread in (mm) 60.4 (1,535)*1*2 60.6 (1,540)*3*4 Rear tread in (mm) [...]

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is at- tached as shown. This number is the identifica- tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (chassis number) The number is stamped as shown in the engine compartment. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on[...]

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number ([...]

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is at- tached as shown. STI0495 STI0569 INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE 9-12 Technical and consumer information[...]

Use the following steps to mount the license plate. Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the plastic bag. Only use the recommended mounting position or Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) sensor ob- struction (if so equipped) may result. ● License plate bracket ● J-nut × 2 ● Screw × 2 ● Screw gr[...]

● GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo. ● GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - maximum total combined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is located on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label. ● GAWR (Gro[...]

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle shown as “The combined weight of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not ex- ceed the number of occupants shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load- ing Information label. To get “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo”, add th[...]

Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your vehicle. (See “MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS” later in this section.) Also check tires for proper inflation pres- sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa- tion label. LOADING TIPS ● The GVW must not e[...]

Your new vehicle was designed to be used to carry passengers and cargo. INFINITI does not recommend trailer towing, because it places additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive- train, steering, braking, and other systems. An INFINITI Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available on the website at www.InfinitiUSA.com. This guide includes infor- mat[...]

government test surfaces of asphalt and con- crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy- droplaning, or peak traction characteristics. TEMPERATURE A, B AND C The temperature grades A (t[...]

For Canada: Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty and Roadside Assistance Information that comes with your INFINITI. If you did not receive a Warranty and Roadside Assistance Information, or it has become lost, you may obtain a replace- ment by writing to: ● Nissan[...]

Additional information concerning motor vehicle safety may be obtained from Transport Canada’s Road Safety Infor- mation Centre at 1-800-333-0371 or on- line at www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (English speakers) or www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere (French speakers). To notify INFINITI of any safety concerns please contact our Consumer Informa- tion Centre t[...]

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics an[...]

IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this un- likely event, there is some important informa- tion you should know. Many insurance compa- nies routinely authorize the use of non-genuine collision parts in order to cut costs, among other reasons. Insist on the use of Genuine INFINITI Collision Parts! If you want your vehi[...]

10 Index A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... .5-80 Adaptive front lighting system (AFS) .... .2-37 Adjustable headrest .............. .1-9 Advanced air bag system ........... .1-42 Aiming control, Adaptive front lighting system (AFS) .................. .2-37 Air bag system Advanced air bag system ......... .1-42 Front passenger air bag and sta[...]

Cargo light ................... .2-56 Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst .... .5-2 CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning . . . .4-88 Center multi-function control panel ...... .4-2 Child restraints ................. .1-20 Booster seats ................ .1-34 LATCH system ................ .1-22 Precautions on child restraints ...... .1-21 Child sa[...]

Filter Air cleaner housing filter ......... .8-16 Changing engine oil and filter ....... .8-8 Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ..................... .2-39 Flat tire ...................... .6-2 Flat towing ................... .9-17 Floor mat cleaning ................ .7-5 Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .... .8-11 Brake fluid ..[...]

Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator . .2-24 Intelligent Key insertion indicator ...... .2-23 Intelligent Key removal indicator ....... .2-23 Intelligent Key system ............. .3-6 Battery replacement ............ .8-22 Key operating range ............ .3-8 Key operation ................ .3-9 Warning light ................ .2-14 Warning s[...]

Outside mirrors .............. .3-23 Vanity mirror ................ .3-24 Monitor, Rearview monitor .......... .4-22 Moonroof .................... .2-52 N New vehicle break-in .............. .5-73 No key warning ................. .2-23 O Odometer ..................... .2-6 Off-road recovery ................ .5-6 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel/[...]

Infants .................... .1-19 Injured persons ............... .1-15 Larger children ............... .1-20 Precautions on seat belt usage ...... .1-12 Pregnant women .............. .1-15 Rear center seat belt ............ .1-18 Seat belt cleaning .............. .7-5 Seat belt extenders ............. .1-18 Seat belt maintenance ........... .1-18[...]

Touch screen system .............. .4-5 Towing Flat towing ................. .9-17 Tow truck towing .............. .6-11 Towing a trailer ............... .9-17 TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system .... .5-3 TPMS, Tire pressure warning system ..... .6-2 Trailer towing .................. .9-17 Transceiver, HomeLink 姞 Universal Transceiver ........[...]

FUEL RECOMMENDATION: VQ35HR engine INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded pre- mium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96). If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, you may use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI number (Re- search octane number 9[...]

2011 Infiniti EX Owner’s M anual Printing: February 2011 (11) / OM1E 0J50U2 / Printed in U.S.A. For y our safety , read carefu lly and k eep in this vehicle. 2011 Infiniti EX[...]