Infiniti Q60 Coupe (2012) manual

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    2012 Infiniti G C OUPE Owner’s M anual Printing: August 2011 (15) / OM2E GV36U0 / Printed in U.S.A. For y our safety , re ad car efully and keep in thi s vehic le. 2012 Infiniti G C OUPE 922386 EN G37 OM Coupe.indd 1 7/20/11 11:12 AM[...]

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    Y our INFINITI represents a new way of thinking about vehicle design. It integrates advanced engineering and superior crafts- manship with a simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated with traditional Ja- panese 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[...]

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    . AL WAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. . AL WAYS review this Owner ’ s Manual for important safety information. MODIFICA TION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmenta[...]

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    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 reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and c[...]

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    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. Y our INFINITI retailer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. However, i[...]

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    Illustrated table of contents 0 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 Instruments and controls Pre-driving c hec ks 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 T ec hnic al and consumer information[...]

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    0 Illustrat ed table of c ontents Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....................................................... 0-2 Exterior front ....................................................... 0-3 Sedan ............................................................. 0-3 Coupe .............................................[...]

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    0-2 Illustrated table of contents SSI0667 1. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P .1-41) 2. Front seat-mounted side-impact sup- plemental air bags (P .1-41) 3. Seat belts (P .1-14) 4. Head restraints (P .1-9) 5 . Roof-mounted curt ain side-impact supplemental air bags (P .1-41) 6. Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint[...]

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    SSI0643 SEDAN 1. Hood (P .3-18) 2. Headlight and turn signal — Operation (P .2-34) — Bulb replacement (P .8-28) 3. Windshield wiper and washer — Operation (P .2-31) — Maintenance (P .8-22) 4. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P .2-55) 5. Power windows (P .2-52) 6. Recovery hook (P .6-13) 7. Fog light (P .2-39) 8. Tires — Wheel and tires (P .8-33[...]

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    0-4 Illustrated table of contents SSI0806 C OUPE 1. Hood (P .3-18) 2. Headlight and turn signal — Operation (P .2-34) — Bulb replacement (P .8-28) 3. Windshield wiper and washer — Operation (P .2-31) — Maintenance (P .8-22) 4. Moonroof (if so equipped) (P .2-55) 5. Power windows (P .2-52) 6. Recovery hook (P .6-13) 7. Fog light (P .2-39) 8.[...]

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    JVC0207X SEDAN 1. High-mounted stop light (Bulb repla- cement) (P .8-28) 2. Rear window defroster (P .2-34) 3. Rear combination light (Bulb replace- ment) (P .8-28) 4. Satellite antenna (P .4-42) 5. Fuel-filler door — Operation (P .3-23) — Fuel recommendation (P . 9-4) 6. Rear view camera (if so equipped) (P .4-23) 7. Sonar system (if so equipp[...]

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    0-6 Illustrated table of contents SSI0685 C OUPE 1. High-mounted stop light (model with a rear spoiler) (Bulb replacement) (P .8-28) 2. High-mounted stop light (model with- out a rear spoiler) (Bulb replacement) (P .8-28) 3. Rear window defroster (P .2-34) 4. Satellite antenna (P .4-42) 5. Rear view camera (if so equipped) (P .4-23) 6. T runk — I[...]

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    SSI0807 For INFINITI Coupe/INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Package models, the vehicle parts listed below require special care or caution for treating. Refer to additional information in each section. 1. Recovery hook (P .6-13) 2. Exhaust pipes (for INFINITI Perfor- mance Line model) (P .3-21) Illustrated table of contents 0-7 EXTERIOR (C ou[...]

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    0-8 Illustrated table of contents SSI0668 SEDAN 1. Coat hooks (P .2-50) 2. Rear personal light (P .2-57) 3. Power windows (P .2-52) 4. Outside mirror remote control switch (P . 3-29) 5. Automatic drive positioner switch (if so equipped) (P .3- 31) 6. Sun visors (P . 3-27) 7. Moonroof switch (if so equipped) (P .2-55) 8. Map light (P .2-56) 9. Sungl[...]

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    SSI0669 C OUPE 1. Coat hooks (P .2-50) 2. Power windows (P .2-52) 3. Outside mirror remote control switch (P . 3-29) 4. Automatic drive positioner switch (if so equipped) (P .3- 31) 5. Sun visors (P . 3-27) 6. Moonroof switch (if so equipped) (P .2-55) 7. Map light (P .2-56) 8. Sunglasses holder (P .2-47) 9. Inside rearview mirror — Operation (P [...]

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    0-10 Illustrated table of contents SIC4683 1. V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P . 5-55) 2. T runk lid release switch (P . 3-19) 3 . Sonar system off switch (if so equipped) (P .5-50) 4. Instrument brightness control switch (P .2-38) 5. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od- ometer (P .2-7) 6. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P .[...]

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    SSI0671 1. Side ventilator (P .4-30) 2. Meters and gauges (P .2-6) 3. Center ventilator (P .4-30) 4. Audio system (P .4-41) 5. Cloc k (P .2-42) 6. Center multi-function control panel — Navigation system* (if so equipped) — Vehicle information and setting buttons (P .4-9) — Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone Sys- tem (if so equipped) (P .4-90, P .4[...]

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    0-12 Illustrated table of contents 19. Glove box lid release handle (P .2-47) 20. Trunk release power cancel switch (P . 3-20) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner ’ s Manual.[...]

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    SIC4288 1. T achometer (P .2-8) 2. Warning/Indic ator lights (P .2-12) 3. Speedometer (P .2-7) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P .2-8) 5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/ Odometer/twin trip odometer (P .2-20) 6. Fuel gauge (P .2-9) Illustrated table of contents 0-13 METERS AND GAUGES[...]

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    0-14 Illustrated table of contents SDI2709 VQ25HR/VQ37VHR ENGINE 1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P .8-24) 2. Battery (P .8-17) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P .8-11) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P .8-15) 5. Clutc h fluid reservoir (Manual Trans- mission models) (P .8-15) 6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P .8-16) 7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P .8-14) 8[...]

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    Warning light Name Page All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)* 2-12 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light 2-13 Automatic Transmission check warning light 2-13 Brake warning light 2-13 Charge warning light 2-14 Engine oil pressure warning light 2-14 4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) warning light* 2-14 Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) sy[...]

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    0-16 Illustrated table of contents MEMO[...]

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    1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ................................................................... 1-2 Front seats ...................................................... 1-3 Rear seats ....................................................... 1-7 Head restraints................................................ 1[...]

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    1-2 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0133 WARNING . Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be danger- ous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt[...]

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    FRONT SEA TS Front power seat adjustment Operating tips: . The power seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 sec- onds, then reactivate the switch. . Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery. See “ Automatic[...]

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    1-4 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS1052 Seat lifter: Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the angle of the front portion or height of the seat. Lumbar support (if so equipped): The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. SSS1053 T ype A T ype A Push the front or b[...]

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    SSS0685 Side support (if so equipped): The side support feature provides thigh and torso supports. Push the switch inside * 1 or outside * 2 to adjust the thigh area. Push the switch inside * 3 or outside * 4 to adjust the torso area. SSS1057 Thigh extension (if so equipped): The front portion of the front seats can be extended forward for seating [...]

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    1-6 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0786 Walk -in mechanism (Coupe): This feature makes it easier to get in and out of the rear seat. Use the following procedure when getting in and out of the rear seat. If the sun visor is used, close it to the original position before operating the walk- in feature. 1. Pull the s[...]

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    sion model ’ s driver ’ s seat) or the parking brake is not applied (Manual T ransmission model ’ s driver ’ s seat). . When the door is closed (automatic forwarding only). . While the automatic drive positioner operates. . When the automatic drive positioner switches are pushed. . When the seatback switch is pushed. . When the seat positio[...]

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    1-8 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0220A T o fold from the trunk: 1. Open the trunk lid. 2. Pull the handle * 1 located on the left side of the trunk. The rear seatback will be unlatched. SSS0219A 3. Fold the rear seatback down * 2 . SPA2122 T o fold from the rear seat: 1. Pull the strap * 1 located at the center [...]

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    SSS0805 T o return the seatback: 1. Fold up the rear seatback. 2. Securely lock the seatback in position. HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING Head restraints supplement the other vehi- cle safety systems. They may provide addi- tional protection against injury in certain rear end collisions. Adjust the head re- straints properly, as specified in this sec- tion[...]

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

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    SSS0994 T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. SSS0995 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 pla[...]

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    1-12 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0996 Install 1. Align the head restraint stalks with the holes in the seat. Make sure that the head restraint is facing the correct direction. The stalk with the adjustment notches * 1 must be installed in the hole with the lock knob * 2 . 2. Push and hold the lock knob and push[...]

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    SSS0678 ARMREST (if so equipped) Rear armrest Pull the armrest forward until it is hor- izontal. SSS0677 T runk pass-through The rear center seatback can be folded to allow trunk access from inside of the vehicle. T o access the trunk, pull down the rear center armrest and pull out the trunk pass- through lid * 1 . T o lock the lid, use the mechani[...]

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    1-14 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system PRECAUTIONS ON SEA T BEL T 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 chance s of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. IN[...]

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    WARNING . Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. . The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase [...]

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    1-16 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0016 SSS0014 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 [...]

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    seat with both feet on the floor and adjust the seat belt properly. . Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a c hild ’ s neck with the ALR mode activated, the child can be seriously injured or killed i[...]

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    1-18 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0290 3. Position the lap belt port ion 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 three-point type seat belts have two modes o[...]

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    . Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this chec k or if you have any question about seat belt operation, see an INFINITI retailer. SSS0687 Center of rear seat (Sedan) Selecting correct set of seat belts: The center seat belt buckle is [...]

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    1-20 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system WARNING . After adjustment, release the adjustment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure it is securely fixed in position. . The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effec- ti[...]

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    sudden stop. SEA T BEL T MAINTENANCE . T o clean the seat belt webbing, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then, wipe with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry. . If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide [...]

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    1-22 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system children. See “ Child restraints ” (P .1-23). A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle by using either the LA TCH (Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren) system or with the vehicle seat belt. See “ Child restraints ” (P .1-23) for more information. INFINITI recommend[...]

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    SSS0099 SSS0100 PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE- STRAINTS WARNING . Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and installa- tion 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 installed properly. Always follow all of the [...]

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    1-24 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system . When the child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with the LATCH system or a seat belt. In a sudden stop or collision, loose objects can injure occu- pants or damage the vehicle. CAUTION A child restraint in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface an[...]

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    Lower Anc hors and T ethers for CHildren System (LA TCH) Y our vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren) system compatible child restraints. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle sea[...]

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    1-26 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system LA TCH lower anchor location The LA TCH lower 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. SSS0643 LA TCH webbing-mounted attachment SSS0644 LA TCH rigid attachment Installing c hild[...]

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    SSS0791 Sedan SSS0790 Coupe T op tether anchor point locations Anchor points are located on the rear parcel shelf. The child restraint top tether strap must be used when installing the child restraint with the LA TCH lower anchor attac hments or seat belts. See “ Installing top tether strap ” (P .1-37). If you have any questions when installing[...]

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    1-28 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0649 Rear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2 SSS0639 Rear-facing — step 3 3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint w[...]

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    applicable). 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. SSS0100 REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN- ST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor[...]

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    1-30 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0100 Rear-facing — step 1 Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “ Child safety ” (P .1-21) and “ Child re- straints ” (P .1-23) before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belts in the rear[...]

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    SSS0656 Rear-facing — step 4 4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. SSS0657 Rear-facing — step 5 5. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt; press downward and rear- ward firmly in the center of the child restraint to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up[...]

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    1-32 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 1 through 6. After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode (child restraint mode) is canceled. FORWARD-FACING CH[...]

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    SSS0647 Forward-f acing — step 4 4. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to com- press the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while tightening the webbing of the anchor [...]

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    1-34 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0640 Forward-f acing (front passenger seat) — step 1 Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “ Child safety ” and “ Child restraints ” sec- tions before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a forward- facing child restraint using the vehicle se[...]

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    1-36 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0641 Forward-f acing — step 8 8. 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 seat belt path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side.[...]

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    SSS0791 Sedan SSS0790 Coupe INST ALLING TOP TETHER STRAP First, secure the child restraint with the LA TCH lower anchors (rear outboard seat positions only) or the seat belt, as applic- able. 1. Flip up the anchor cover from the anchor point which is located directly behind the child seat. 2. Position the top tether strap over the top of the seatba[...]

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    1-38 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system LRS0455 Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: . Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V[...]

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    LRS0464 All U.S. stat es and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small childr en be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated. The instructions in this section apply to booster seat installation in the rear seats or the front passenger seat. Booster seat installation CAUTION Do[...]

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    1-40 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system LRS0454 Front passenger position 3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to rei[...]

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    PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger front impact supplemental air bags (INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System), front seat- mounted side-impact supplemental air bag system, roof-mounted cur tain side- impact supplemental air bag a[...]

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    1-42 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0131B SSS0132B WARNING . The supplemental front air bags ordina- rily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of acciden[...]

  • Page 66

    and as far-away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always use the seat belts. . The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The Advanced Air Bag Syst em monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt usage then inflates the air bags as needed. Fail[...]

  • Page 67

    1-44 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0099 SSS0100 WARNING . Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations. . Children may be severely injured or killed [...]

  • Page 68

    SSS0140 SSS0162 SSS0159 WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemen- tal air bags and roof-mounted curtain side- impact supplemental air bags: . The front seat-mounted side-impact air bags and roof-mounted cur tain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact, rollover or lower severity side collision. Alw[...]

  • Page 69

    1-46 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0683 Sedan INFINITI ADV ANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM (front seats) 1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front air bag modules (INFINITI Advanced Air Bags) 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact sup- plemental air bags 4. Occupant classification sensor (pat- tern sensor) 5. Occupant classific[...]

  • Page 70

    SSS0807 Coupe 1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front air bag modules (INFINITI Advanced Air Bags) 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact sup- plemental air bags 4. Occupant classification sensor (pat- tern sensor) 5. Occupant classification system con- trol unit 6 . Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags 7 . Roof-mounted curtain side[...]

  • Page 71

    1-48 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system sensor, the Air bag Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle switches and the occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor). In- flator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage for the driver. For the front passenger, the occu- pant classification sensor [...]

  • Page 72

    SSS0676 Front passenger air bag status light Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some condi- tions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is necessary for most effective protection. Failure to f[...]

  • Page 73

    1-50 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system as outlined in this manual should not cause the passenger air bag to be auto- matically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF , however, if the occupant does not sit in the seat properly (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by othe[...]

  • Page 74

    If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemen- tal air bag warning light , located in the meter and gauges area will blink. Have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer. Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions WARNING . Do not place any objects on the steering wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also,[...]

  • Page 75

    1-52 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system the air bag system. . A cracked windshield should be replaced immediately by a qualified repair facility. A crac ked windshield could affect the function of the supplemental air bag system. * The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy identification. When sell[...]

  • Page 76

    and curtain air bags may cause abrasions or other injuries. Side air bags and curtain air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door fi[...]

  • Page 77

    1-54 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SEA T BEL TS WITH PRETENSIONERS (front seats) WARNING . The pretensioners cannot be reused after activation. They must be replaced to- gether with the retractor and buckle as a unit. . If the vehicle becomes involved in a collision but a pretensioner is not activated, be sure to ha[...]

  • Page 78

    SSS1016 SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front-impact air bag systems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration. SRS air bag The warning labels * 1 are located on the surface of the sun visors. SPA1097 SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the[...]

  • Page 79

    1-56 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system systems will not operate in an accident. T o help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle check ed by a retailer as soon as possible. REP AIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE- DURE The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags and pretensioners are designed to activate on [...]

  • Page 80

    2 Instruments and contr ols Coc kpit ................................................................ 2-3 Instrument panel ................................................. 2-4 Meters and gauges .............................................. 2-6 Speedometer and odometer ............................ 2-7 T achometer ..................................[...]

  • Page 81

    Coat hooks .................................................... 2-50 Stowing golf bags (Coupe)............................. 2-51 Cargo net retainers........................................ 2-51 T runk net for extra window washer fluid (Canada only; if so equipped) ....................... 2-51 Windows ................................................[...]

  • Page 82

    SIC4683 1. V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P .5-55) 2. T runk lid release switch (P .3-19) 3 . Sonar system off switch (if so equipped) (P .5-50) 4. Instrument brightness control switch (P .2-38) 5. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od- ometer (P .2-7) 6. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P .2-34) 7. Paddle shifter (if so equipp[...]

  • Page 83

    2-4 Instruments and controls SSI0671 1. Side ventilator (P .4-30) 2. Meters and gauges (P .2-6) 3. Center ventilator (P .4-30) 4. Audio system (P .4-41) 5. Cloc k (P .2-42) 6. Center multi-function control panel — Navigation system* (if so equipped) — Vehicle information and setting buttons (P .4-9) — Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone Sys- tem (i[...]

  • Page 84

    19. Glove box lid release handle (P .2-47) 20. Trunk release power cancel switch (P .3-20) *: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner ’ s Manual. Instruments and controls 2-5[...]

  • Page 85

    2-6 Instruments and controls SIC4288 1. T achometer (P .2-8) 2. Warning/Indic ator lights (P .2-12) 3. Speedometer (P .2-7) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P .2-8) 5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/ Odometer/twin trip odometer (P .2-20) 6. Fuel gauge (P .2-9) *: The needle indicators in the speed- ometer, tac hometer, engine coolant tempera[...]

  • Page 86

    SIC4289 Speedometer SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). SIC3259 Odometer/twin trip odometer Odometer/twin trip odometer The odometer * 1 and twin trip odometer * 2 are displayed on the dot matrix crystal display when the ignition switch is in the ON pos[...]

  • Page 87

    2-8 Instruments and controls SIC4290 T ACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev the engine into the red zone * 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. SIC4291 ENGINE C[...]

  • Page 88

    SIC4292 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 wa[...]

  • Page 89

    2-10 Instruments and controls km/h). Y ou can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The compass will be calibrated once it has tracked 3 complete circles. T o turn on and off the compass manually, push the switch * A while the ignition switch is in the ON position. SIC0611B Zone map[...]

  • Page 90

    ZONE VARIA TION CHANGE PROCE- DURE The difference between magnetic north and geographical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can some- times be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instruc- tions to set the variance for your parti cular location if this happens: 1. Push the switch for more than 3 second[...]

  • Page 91

    2-12 Instruments and controls All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)* Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system warning light (orange)* Front fog light indicator light Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Intelligent Key warning light Front passenger air bag status light Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light Auto[...]

  • Page 92

    CAUTION . If the warning light comes on while driving there may be a malfunction in the AWD system. Reduce the vehicle speed and have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible. . If the AWD warning light blinks on when you are driving: — blinks rapidly (about twice a sec- ond): Pull off the road in a safe area, and idle the[...]

  • Page 93

    2-14 Instruments and controls Braking System (ABS) warning light illumi- nate, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the brake sys- tem chec ked, and if necessary repaired, by an INFINITI retailer promptly. (See “ Anti- lock Braking System (ABS) warning light ” (P .2-13).) WARNING . Y our brake system may not be working prop[...]

  • Page 94

    even when driving on a straight road. Drive carefully to the nearest INFINITI retailer. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system warning light (orange; if so equipped) This light comes on if there is a malfunc- tion in the Intelligent Cruise C ontrol (IC C) system. If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn the engine off,[...]

  • Page 95

    2-16 Instruments and controls WARNING . If the light does not illuminate with the ignition switch pushed ON, have the vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible. . If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicl[...]

  • Page 96

    Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, and will remain illuminated until the driver ’ s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless the driver ’ s seat belt is securely fas[...]

  • Page 97

    2-18 Instruments and controls INDICA TOR LIGHTS Automatic T ransmission (A T) position indicator light (if so equipped) When the ignition switch is pushed to the “ ON ” position, the indicator shows the automatic selector position. In the manual shift mode, when the transmission does not shift to the selected gear due to a transmission protecti[...]

  • Page 98

    which may damage the emission con- trol system. T o reduce or avoid emission control system damage: 1) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH ( 72 km/h). 2) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion. 3) Avoid steep uphill grades. 4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator light may stop blinking and rem[...]

  • Page 99

    2-20 Instruments and controls Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion. This scraping sound will first occur only when the brake pedal is depressed. After more wear of the brake pad, the sound will always be [...]

  • Page 100

    JVI0354X Instruments and controls 2-21[...]

  • Page 101

    2-22 Instruments and controls INDICA TORS FOR OPERA TION 1. Engine start operation indicator (Automatic T ransmission models) 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. Intelligent Key insertion indicato[...]

  • Page 102

    8. Engine start operation indicator (Manual T ransmission models) This indicator means that the engine will start by pushing the ignition switch with the clutch pedal depressed. 9. Parking brake release warning This warning appears when the vehicle speed is above 4 MPH ( 7 km/h) and the parking brake is applied. 10. Low fuel warning This warning ap[...]

  • Page 103

    2-24 Instruments and controls 18. Intelligent C ruise C ontrol (IC C) system MAIN switch indicator (if so equipped) The indicator is displayed when the In- telligent Cruise Control (ICC) system main switch is pushed. When the main switch is pushed again, the indicator disappears. While the main switch indicator is dis- played, the ICC system is ope[...]

  • Page 104

    road conditions affect tire wear and when tires should be replaced. Setting the tire replacement indicator for a certain driving distance does not mean your tires will last that long. Use the tire replacement indicator as a guide only and always perform regular tire checks. Failure to perform regular tire chec ks, including tire pressure chec ks co[...]

  • Page 105

    2-26 Instruments and controls SIC3264 TRIP C OMPUTER 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. * A switch * B switch When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, modes of the trip computer can be selecte[...]

  • Page 106

    amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption. The display is updated every 30 seconds. The dte mode includes a low range warning feature. If the fuel level is low, the warning is displayed on the screen. When the fuel level drops even lower, the dte display will change to “——” . . If the amount of fuel added is small, the[...]

  • Page 107

    2-28 Instruments and controls . BACK Select this submenu to return to the top page of the setting mode. . LANGUAGE Select this submenu to choose English or French for display. . UNIT Select this submenu to choose the unit from MPG or l/100 km. 7. Warning c heck SKIP: Push the switch * A to move to the warning check mode. Push the switch * B to sele[...]

  • Page 108

    SIC2045 How to arm the vehicle security system 1. Close all windows. The system can be armed even if the windows are open. 2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position. 3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle. 4. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the Intelligent Key, door handle request switch, [...]

  • Page 109

    2-30 Instruments and controls INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The INFINITI V ehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered Intelligent Key. Never leave these keys in the vehicle. Statement related to section 15 of FCC rules for INFINITI V ehicle Immobilizer System (C ONT ASSY - CARD SLO T) FC C N[...]

  • Page 110

    If the light still remains on and/or the engine will not start, see an INFINITI retailer for INFINITI Vehicle 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 solu- tion may freeze on the windshield and obscure [...]

  • Page 111

    2-32 Instruments and controls SIC3238 T ype A SIC4281 T ype B 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: * 1 Intermittent — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward * A (Slower) or * B (Faster). When the speed se[...]

  • Page 112

    SIC4190 RAIN- SENSING AUTO WIPER SYS- TEM (if so equipped) The rain-sensing auto wiper system can automatically turn on the wipers and adjust the wiper speed depending on the rainfall and the vehicle speed by using the rain sensor located on the upper part of the windshield. T o set the rain-sensing auto wiper system, push the lever down to the AUT[...]

  • Page 113

    2-34 Instruments and controls SIC3239 T ype A SIC3278 T ype B T o defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the switch * 1 on. The indicator light * 2 will come on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. It will automatically turn off in approxi- mately 15 minutes. CAUTION When cle[...]

  • Page 114

    It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for shor t intervals (for example, when the vehicle 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 head- lights is not reduced. . If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning out[...]

  • Page 115

    2-36 Instruments and controls The autolight system can turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark and turn off the headlights when it is light. If the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position and one of the doors is opened and this condition is continued, the head- lights remain on for 5 minutes. Automatic headlights off delay: Y ou [...]

  • Page 116

    Battery saver system A chime will sound when the driver side door is opened with the light switch in the or 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 automati- cally turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch h[...]

  • Page 117

    2-38 Instruments and controls SIC3270 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 adjust- ment mode. Push the upper switch * A to brighten the instrument panel light[...]

  • Page 118

    SIC3272 FOG LIGHT SWITCH T o turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the position, then turn the switch to the position. To turn them off, turn the switch to the OFF position. The headlights must be on for the fog lights to operate. SIC2574 Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions. [...]

  • Page 119

    2-40 Instruments and controls SIC3312 T o 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 supple- mental front air bag system. T ampering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. WARNING Do not use or allow occ[...]

  • Page 120

    SSS0911 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 * A to the right * 1 and select the desired heat range. . For high heat, turn the knob to the right * 1 . . For low heat, turn the knob to the left * 2 . . The [...]

  • Page 121

    2-42 Instruments and controls JVS0022X The vehicle should be driven with the V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driving conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engin[...]

  • Page 122

    JVI0329X Automatic transmission models SIC4684 Manual transmission models SIC4316 Automatic transmission models The power outlet is located in the center console and storage box (if so equipped). CAUTION . The outlet and plug may be hot during or immediately after use. . Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do n[...]

  • Page 123

    2-44 Instruments and controls SIC3219 FRONT T o open the ashtray lid, push the lid down and release it * 1 . T o empty the ashtray, pull out * 2 . The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Push the lighter in all the way * 3 , then release it. When the lighter is heated, it will spring out. Return the lighter to[...]

  • Page 124

    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. SIC4689 Automatic transmission models — Front T o open the cup holder, push the lid *[...]

  • Page 125

    2-46 Instruments and controls SIC1846B Rear T o open the cup holder, pull the lid. SIC3276 Sedan SIC3462 Coupe Soft bottle holder CAUTION . Do not use bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident. . Do not use bottle holder for open liquid containers.[...]

  • Page 126

    SIC3246 SUNGLASSES HOLDER WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident. T o open the sunglasses holder, push * 1 . CAUTION . Do not use for anything other than glasses. . Do not leave glasses in the sunglasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the glasses. SIC3469 GL OVE BOX WARNING Keep [...]

  • Page 127

    2-48 Instruments and controls SIC4363 Automatic transmission models SIC4307 Manual transmission models C ONSOLE BOX T o open the console boxes, push the knob * A and pull up the lid. T o close, push the lid down until latched. The inner tray (if so equipped) can be moved to the front or rear position. SIC3468 Coupe — Manual transmission model[...]

  • Page 128

    Removing the console lid (model with manual transmission) T o remove the console lid: 1. Remove the hinge mask * A using a screwdriver wrapped with a cloth. 2. Loosen four screws, and remove the lid. 3. Tighten the two outside screws * B . 4. Install the removed hinge mask * A to the original position. SIC3928 T ype A SIC3929 T ype B SIC3927A T ype[...]

  • Page 129

    2-50 Instruments and controls SIC4308 STORAGE BOX (if so equipped) T o open, push the storage box lid * 1 as illustrated. Do not place valuable items in the storage box. Do not use the storage box as an ashtray. SIC3248 Sedan C OA T HOOKS Sedan The coat hooks are equipped beside the rear personal lights. CAUTION Do not place items which are more th[...]

  • Page 130

    SIC3467 STOWING GOLF BAGS (Coupe) Normally, two standard golf bags can be stowed in the trunk. Insert the top of the golf bag into left side of the trunk room * 1 then put the bag forward * 2 . Insert the top of the 2nd golf bag into right side of the trunk room * 3 and pull it in all the way * 4 . In some cases, you may not be able to stow two gol[...]

  • Page 131

    2-52 Instruments and controls POWER WINDOWS WARNING . Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the win- dows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows. . Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switch[...]

  • Page 132

    SIC3241 Passenger side power window switch The passenger side switch will open or close only the corresponding window. T o open or close the window, push down or pull up the switch and hold it. SIC3289 Sedan — Type A SIC3285 Sedan — Type B SIC3288 Coupe Automatic operation (for front door windows or all door windows) T o fully open or close the[...]

  • Page 133

    2-54 Instruments and controls Auto reverse function WARNING There are some small distances immediately before the closed position which cannot be detected. Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle before closing the window. If the control unit detects something caught in the window as it is closing, the window will b[...]

  • Page 134

    WARNING . In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle through an open moonroof. Always use seat belts and child re- straints. . Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the moonroof opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the moonroof is closing. CAUTION . Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand from [...]

  • Page 135

    2-56 Instruments and controls the moonroof switch and release it; it need not be held. The roof will automatically open or close all the way. To stop the roof, push the switch once more while it is opening or closing. Auto reverse function WARNING There are some small distances immediately before the closed position which cannot be detected. Make s[...]

  • Page 136

    SIC3250 PERSONAL LIGHTS (Sedan) Rear Push the button as illustrated to turn the light on or off. SIC3251 INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH The interior light control switc h has three positions: ON, DOOR and OFF. ON position When the switc h is in the ON position * 1 the map lights and rear personal lights will illuminate. DOOR position When the switc [...]

  • Page 137

    2-58 Instruments and controls . any door is opened with the ignition switch in any position — remain on while the door is opened. When the door is closed, the lights go off. OFF position When the switch is in the OFF position * 3 , the lights will not illuminate, regardless of the condition. CAUTION Do not use for extended periods of time with th[...]

  • Page 138

    The light illuminates when the trunk lid is opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light will turn off. The light will also turn off after 15 minutes when the light remains illuminated after the ignition switch has been pushed to the OFF or LOCK position to prevent the battery from becoming discharged. HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver provides [...]

  • Page 139

    2-60 Instruments and controls PROGRAMMING HomeLink ® T o program your HomeLink ® T ransceiver to operate a garage door, gate, or entry door opener, home or office lighting, you need to be at the same location as the device. Note: Garage door openers (manufactured after 1996) have “ rolling code protection ” . T o program a garage door opener [...]

  • Page 140

    programmed device, push and hold the programmed HomeLink ® button - re- leasing when the device begins to activate. 5. If the indicator light on HomeLink ® blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid, HomeLink ® has pick ed up a “ rolling code ” garage door opener signal. Y ou will need to proceed with the next steps to train HomeLin[...]

  • Page 141

    2-62 Instruments and controls PROGRAMMING TROUBLE-DIAGNO- SIS If HomeLink ® does not quickly learn the hand-held transmitter information: . replace the hand-held transmitter bat- teries with new batteries. . position the hand-held transmitter with its battery area facing away from the HomeLink ® surface. . push and hold both the HomeLink ® and h[...]

  • Page 142

    NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user ’ s authority to operate the equipment. For Canada: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accep[...]

  • Page 143

    2-64 Instruments and controls MEMO[...]

  • Page 144

    3 Pr e-driving c hec ks and adjustments Keys .................................................................... 3-2 Intelligent Key ................................................. 3-2 V alet hand-off.................................................. 3-3 Doors .................................................................. 3-4 Locking with me[...]

  • Page 145

    3-2 Pre-driving chec ks and adjustments 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 [...]

  • Page 146

    — Do not place the Intelligent Key for an extended period in a place where temperatures exceed 140 8 F (60 8 C). — Do not change or modify the In- telligent Key. — Do not use a magnet key holder. — Do not place the Intelligent Key near an electric appliance such as a television set or personal computer. — Do not allow the Intelligent Key [...]

  • Page 147

    3-4 Pre-driving checks and adjustments and “ Seats ” (P .1-2). WARNING . Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep childr en and others from unintentionally opening t[...]

  • Page 148

    . Y ou can switch the lock system to the mode that allows you to open all the doors when the key is turned once. (See “ How to use SETTING button ” (P .4- 14).) OPENING AND CL OSING WINDOWS WITH THE MECHANICAL KEY The driver ’ s door key operation also allows you to open and close the window that is equipped with the automatic open/close func[...]

  • Page 149

    3-6 Pre-driving checks and adjustments door, push the power door lock switc h to the unlock position * 2 . Lock out protection When the power door lock switch (driver or front passenger) is moved to the lock position with the Intelligent Key in the port and any door open, all doors will lock and unlock automatically. With the Intelligent Key left i[...]

  • Page 150

    WARNING . Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influences before use. . The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pushed. The FAA advises that the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation and com- mu[...]

  • Page 151

    3-8 Pre-driving checks and adjustments information about the purchase and use of additional Intelligent Keys, contact an INFINITI retailer. CAUTION . Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which contains electrical components, to come into contact with water or salt water. This could affect the system function. . Do not drop the Intelligent Key. . Do no[...]

  • Page 152

    When the Intelligent Key battery is dis- charged or strong radio waves are present near the operating location, the Intelligent Key system ’ s operating range becomes narrower, and the Intelligent Key may not function properly. The operating range is within 31.50 in (80 cm) from each request switch * 1 . If the Intelligent Key is too close to the[...]

  • Page 153

    3-10 Pre-driving checks and adjustments SPA2724 INTELLIGENT KEY OPERA TION Y ou can lock or unlock the doors without taking the key out from your pocket or bag. SPA2725 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 passenger ’ s) * A within the range [...]

  • Page 154

    . When locking the doors using the request switch, make sure to have the Intelligent Key in your possession before operating the request switch to prevent the Intelligent Key from being left in the vehicle. . The request switch is operational only when the Intelligent Key has been detected by the Intelligent Key system. Lockout protection: T o prev[...]

  • Page 155

    3-12 Pre-driving checks and adjustments JVP0077X SPA2324 Sedan SPA2404 Coupe Opening trunk lid 1. Push the trunk open request switch * A for more than 1 second. 2. The trunk will unlatch. An outside chime will sound four times. 3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk. Lockout protection: T o prevent the Intelligent Key from being accidentally lock[...]

  • Page 156

    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 con- tinuously (Automatic Transmission models). The selector lever is not in the P (Park) position. Shift the selector lever to the P (Park) position. When shi[...]

  • Page 157

    3-14 Pre-driving checks and adjustments 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 sys- tems. Do not operate the Intelligent Key while on an airplane. Make sure the buttons are not operated unintentionally when the unit is store[...]

  • Page 158

    Locking doors and fuel-filler door 1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position and make sure you carry the Intelligent Key with you.* 2. Close all the doors. 3. Push the LOCK button * 1 on the Intelligent Key. 4. All the doors and fuel-filler door will lock. 5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once. *: Doors will lock with[...]

  • Page 159

    3-16 Pre-driving checks and adjustments . Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key are pushed. (Note: Panic button should be pushed for more than 1 second.) Setting hazard indicator and horn mode This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn mode when you first receive the vehicle. In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the LOCK button * 1 is [...]

  • Page 160

    Hazard indicator and horn mode: DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK TRUNK UNLOCK Intelligent Key system (Using door handle or trunk request switch) HAZARD - twice OUTSIDE CHIME - twice HAZARD - once OUTSIDE CHIME - once HAZARD - none OUTSIDE CHIME - 4 times Remote keyless entry system (Using , or button) HAZARD - twice HORN - once HAZARD - once HORN - none HAZAR[...]

  • Page 161

    3-18 Pre-driving checks and adjustments SPA2318 1. Pull the hood lock release handle * 1 located below the instrument panel; the hood will then spring up slightly. 2. Pull the lever * 2 up at the front of the hood with your finger tips and raise the hood. 3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down to latch both the right and left locks. P[...]

  • Page 162

    SPA2307 TRUNK LID RELEASE SWITCH The trunk lid release switch * A is located on the instrument panel. T o open the trunk lid, push the release switch down as illustrated. T o close, push the trunk lid down. Y ou can open the trunk lid with Intelligent Key . (See “ Intelligent Key system ” (P .3-7) or “ Remote keyless entry system ” (P .3-14[...]

  • Page 163

    3-20 Pre-driving checks and adjustments SPA2308 TRUNK RELEASE POWER CANCEL SWITCH When the switch located inside the glove box is in the OFF position * A , the power to the trunk lid will be canceled and the trunk lid cannot be opened by the trunk lid release switch, the trunk open request switch or the TRUNK button on the Intelligent Key. When you[...]

  • Page 164

    INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE WARNING Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured. Keep the car lock ed, with the trunk lid securely latched, when not in use, and prevent children ’ s access to Intelligent Keys. The interior trunk lid release[...]

  • Page 165

    3-22 Pre-driving checks and adjustments . driving over speed bumps. SPA2835 INFINITI Performance Line models CAUTION The approach and departure angles are small. Reduce vehicle speed when the vehicle approaches or leaves a steep hill. Otherwise, the exhaust pipes may contact the road surface and be damaged. SPA2836 Aerodynamic Package models — Se[...]

  • Page 166

    SPA2554 Sedan SPA1562A Coupe OPENING THE FUEL -FILLER DOOR T o open the fuel-filler door, unlock the fuel- filler door by using one of the following operations, then push the right side of the door (Sedan) or push the left side of the door (Coupe). . Push the door handle request switch with the Intelligent Key carried with you. . Push the UNLOCK bu[...]

  • Page 167

    3-24 Pre-driving checks and adjustments . Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity can cause an explosion of flammable liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. T o reduce the risk of serious injury or death when filling por table fuel containers: — Always place the container on the ground when fil[...]

  • Page 168

    SPA2838 Coupe SPA2802 L OOSE FUEL CAP warning The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears on the dot matrix liquid cry stal display when the fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle has been refueled. It may take a few driving trips for the message to be displayed. T o turn off the warning, perform the following: 1. Remove and install th[...]

  • Page 169

    3-26 Pre-driving checks and adjustments WARNING . Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. . Do not adjust the steering wheel any closer to you than is necessary for proper steering operation and comfort. The driver ’ s air bag inflates with great force. If you are unrestrained[...]

  • Page 170

    out of the seat more easily. For more information, see “ Automatic drive positioner ” (P .3-31). SIC3451 CAUTION . Do not store the main sun visor before storing the extension sun visor. . Do not pull the extension sun visor forcedly downward. 1. To block out glare from the front, swing down the main sun visor * 1 . 2. To block glare from the s[...]

  • Page 171

    3-28 Pre-driving checks and adjustments SPA2447 INSIDE MIRROR Adjust the height and the angle of the inside mirror to the desired position. SPA2143 Manual anti-glare type The night position * 1 will reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night. Use the day position * 2 when driving in daylight hours. WARNING Use the night positi[...]

  • Page 172

    Automatic anti-glare type The inside mirror is designed so that it automatically 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 * A will [...]

  • Page 173

    3-30 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Adjusting outside mirrors The outside mirror control switch is located on the armrest. The outside mirror will operate only when the ignition switch is in the AC C or ON position. T urn the switch right or left to select the right or left side mirror * 1 , then adjust using the control switch * 2 . Defrosting[...]

  • Page 174

    VANIT Y MIRROR T o use the front vanity mirror, pull down the sun visor and pull up the cover. The automatic drive positioner system has three features: . Entry/exit function (Automatic Trans- mission Sedan models) . Seat synchronization function . Memory storage ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION (Automatic T ransmission Sedan models) This system is designed so [...]

  • Page 175

    3-32 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Back on Exit ” key is turned to ON or OFF in the “ Comfort ” settings. (See “ Vehicle information and settings ” (P .4-9).) Initialize entr y/exit function If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse opens, the entry/exit function will not work though this function was set on before. In suc[...]

  • Page 176

    Cancel or activate seat synchroni- zation function For Automatic Transmission models: The selector lever must be in the P (Park) position with the ignition switch in the ACC position. For Manual Transmission models: The parking brake must be applied with the ignition switch in the ACC position. The seat synchronization function can be activated or [...]

  • Page 177

    3-34 Pre-driving checks and adjustments approximately 0.5 second. When the memory has stored in position, the indicator light will stay on for approxi- mately 5 seconds. . If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse opens, the memory will be canceled. In this case, reset the desired position using the previous procedure. . If optional Inte[...]

  • Page 178

    . When the seatback is folded (Coupe). . While the walk-in function operates (Coupe). . The seat synchronization function is automatically disabled if the outside mirrors or steering wheel reaches its maximum adjustment. . The seat synchronization function will not operate if the seat is adjusted over one of the following maximum thresh- olds: — [...]

  • Page 179

    3-36 Pre-driving checks and adjustments MEMO[...]

  • Page 180

    4 Monitor , climat e, audio, phone and voic e r ecogni- tion syst ems Safety note .......................................................... 4-3 Center multi-function control panel ...................... 4-3 How to use INFINITI controller.......................... 4-5 How to use touch screen (models with navigation system) .........................[...]

  • Page 181

    V oice commands ........................................... 4-91 Control buttons ............................................. 4-92 Connecting procedure .................................... 4-92 Phone selection ............................................. 4-93 V ehicle phonebook ........................................ 4-93 Making a call .........[...]

  • Page 182

    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 hardwa[...]

  • Page 183

    4-4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1524 Models without navigation system 1. “ AUX ” button (P .4-41) 2. “ RADIO AM·FM ” band selector button (P .4-41) 3. INFINITI controller (P .4-5) 4. “ OFF ” brightness control and display ON/OFF button (P .4-9) 5. “ INFO ” vehicle information button (P .4-9) 6. ?[...]

  • Page 184

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

  • Page 185

    4-6 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2473 Selecting the item: T ouch an item to select it. T o select the “ Audio ” settings, touch the “ Audio ” area * 1 on the screen. T ouch the “ BACK ” * 2 key to return to the previous screen. SAA2474 Adjusting an item: T ouch the + * 1 or − * 2 key to adjust the se[...]

  • Page 186

    . Delete: Deletes the last character that has been input with one touch. Push and hold to delete all of the characters. . OK: Completes character inputs. T ouc h screen maintenance If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft cloth. If additional cleaning is neces- sary, use a small amount of neutral detergent with a soft cloth. Never spray the[...]

  • Page 187

    4-8 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2477 Models with navigation system SAA1510 Models without navigation system HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE SCREEN V ehicle 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.[...]

  • Page 188

    HOW TO USE STA TUS BUTTON T o display the status of the audio, climate control system, fuel consumption and navigation system (if so equipped), push the STA TUS button. The following informa- tion will appear when the STA TUS button is pushed repeatedly. Audio and Climate control system ? Audio and fuel economy ? Audio and Navigation system (if so [...]

  • Page 189

    4-10 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems V ehicle 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 informa- tion on the following screens, push the BACK button to return to the INFO menu. See the separate Navigation System Own- er ’ s[...]

  • Page 190

    Fuel Economy information The approximat e distance to empty, aver- age fuel economy and current fuel econo- my will be displayed for reference. T o 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 hist[...]

  • Page 191

    4-12 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Maintenance information The maintenance intervals can be dis- played for the engine oil, oil filter, tire and other reminders. T o set a maintenance interv al, select a preferred item from the list. Y ou can also set to display a message to remind you that the maintenance needs to be[...]

  • Page 192

    The Reminder will be automatically dis- played when the specified distance has been driven and every time the ignition switch is pushed to the ACC or ON position. The reminder will not appear while driving. Select the “ OK ” key to hide the reminder for the rest of the current drive. T o stop the reminder from appearing, perform one of the foll[...]

  • Page 193

    4-14 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems HOW TO USE SETTING BUTTON The display as illustrated will appear when the SETTING button is pushed. For navigation settings, refer to the sepa- rate Navigation System Owner ’ s Manual. SAA2485 Models with navigation system SAA2740 Models without navigation system Audio settings The[...]

  • Page 194

    Driver ’ s Audio Stage (if so equipped): When this feature is turned to ON, better sound will be provided to the driver ’ s position. The driver can enjoy a more crisp and clear sound that is specialized for the driver ’ s position. The effect of this feature depends on the type of music that is played. For some music, it may be difficult to [...]

  • Page 195

    4-16 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Guidance Volume: T o adjust the guidance voice volume select the “ Guidance Volume ” and adjust it with the INFINITI controller. Y ou can also adjust the guidance voice volume by turning the VOLUME control knob while voice guidance is being an- nounced. Ringtone/Incoming Call/Out[...]

  • Page 196

    When any mode button is pushed with the screen off, the screen turns on for further operation. The screen will turn off auto- matically 5 seconds after the operation is finished. T o turn on the screen, set this item to the ON position, or push and hold the “ OFF ” button. . Brightness/Contrast/Bac kground Color T o adjust the brightness and co[...]

  • Page 197

    4-18 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2487 Cloc k settings (models with navi- gation system) The display as illustrated will appear when pushing the SETTING button and selecting the “ Clock ” key. On-screen Clock: When this item is turned to ON, a clock is always displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. [...]

  • Page 198

    SAA2488 Models with navigation system SAA3150 Models without navigation system Comfort settings Models with navigation system: The display as illustrated will appear when pushing the SETTING button, selecting the “ Others ” key and then selecting the “ Comfort ” key. This key does not appear on the display until the ignition switch is pushe[...]

  • Page 199

    4-20 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems passenger ’ s side door is pushed to be unlocked , only the corresponding door is unlocke d first. All the doors can be unlocked if the door unlock operation is performed again within 60 seconds. When this item is turned to OFF , all the doors will be unlocked after the door unlock[...]

  • Page 200

    system (models with navigation system) ” (P .4-114). Camera settings (if so equipped) The “ CAMERA ” screen will appear when selecting the “ Camera ” key with the INFINITI controller and pushing the ENTER button. For the details about the camera system operation, see “ RearView monitor ” (P .4- 23). JVH0141M Models with navigation sys[...]

  • Page 201

    4-22 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2491 Image Viewer (models with naviga- tion system) The image files in the USB memory will be displayed. T o display the Image Viewer, push the SETTING button, select the “ Other ” key and then select the “ Image Viewer ” key. The image of the selected file is displayed on[...]

  • Page 202

    file. . (Previous) Select the “ ” key to display the previous file. Setting the Image Viewer: The Image Viewer setting display will appear when selecting the “ Settings ” key on the full screen display. The following settings are available for the full screen display. . Slideshow Speed Select the “ Slideshow Speed ” key. From the follow[...]

  • Page 203

    4-24 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . Underneath the bumper and the corner areas of the bumper cannot be viewed on the rearview monitor because of its monitoring range limitation. . Do not put anything on the rearview camera. The rearview camera is installed above the license plate. . When washing the vehicle with high[...]

  • Page 204

    . On a snow-covered or slippery road, there may be a difference between the predicted course line and the actual course line. . If the battery is disconnected or be- comes discharged, the predicted course lines may not be displayed corr ectly. If this occurs, drive the vehicle on a straight road for more than 5 minutes. . The displayed lines will a[...]

  • Page 205

    4-26 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1898 3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting the steering wheel so that the predicted course lines * B enter the parking space * C . 4. Maneuver the steering wheel to make the vehicle width guide lines * D parallel to the parking space * C while referring to the predicted course l[...]

  • Page 206

    place * B . Note that any object on the hill is further than it appears on the monitor. SAA1900 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 example, the display shows 3 ft (1 m) to the place * A , but the actual 3 f[...]

  • Page 207

    4-28 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1923 Backing up near a projecting object The predicted course lines * 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. SAA1924 Backing up behind a projecting object The position * C is shown further[...]

  • Page 208

    SAA2404 Models with navigation system SAA2606 Models without navigation system PREDICTIVE C OURSE LINE SETTINGS T o turn ON or OFF the predictive course line display, push the SETTING button, select the “ Camera ” key and push the ENTER button. . Predictive Course Lines When this item is turned to ON, the predicted course lines will be displaye[...]

  • Page 209

    4-30 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . Objects on the monitor may not be clear in a dark place or at night. This is not a malfunction. . If dirt, rain or snow attaches to the camera, the rearview monitor may not clearly display objects. Clean the cam- era. . Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the camera. Th[...]

  • Page 210

    WARNING . The air conditioner cooling function operates only when the engine is run- ning. . 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. On hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly f[...]

  • Page 211

    4-32 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1527 T ype A 1. “ AUTO ” automatic climate control ON button/T emperature control dial (dri- ver side) 2. “ A/C ” air conditioner ON/OFF button 3. “ ” fan speed increase button 4. “ ” front defroster button 5. “ MODE ” manual air flow control but- ton 6. “ DU[...]

  • Page 212

    4. To turn off the climate control system, push the “ OFF ” button. A visible mist may be seen coming from the ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air is cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a malfunction. Heating (A/C OFF): The air conditioner does not activate in this mode. When you need to heat only, use this mode. 1. Push the “ [...]

  • Page 213

    4-34 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Air flow control: Pushing the “ MODE ” manual air flow control button selects the air outlet to: : Air flows from center and side ventilators. : Air flows from center and side ventilators and foot outlets. : Air flows mainly from foot outlets. : Air flows from defroster and foot [...]

  • Page 214

    2. Use the temperature control dial to set the desired temperature. . The temperature can be set within the following range. — For U.S.: 60 to 90 8 F (16 to 32 8 C) — For Canada: 64 to 90 8 F (18 to 32 8 C) . The temperature of the passenger compartment will be maintained automatically . Air flow distribution and fan speed will also be controll[...]

  • Page 215

    4-36 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems trol the intake air, push the intake air control button “ ” . T o return to the automatic control mode, push the intake air control button “ ” for about 2 seconds. The indicator lights (both air recirculation and outside air circulation sides) will flash twice, and then the i[...]

  • Page 216

    AUTOMA TIC CLIMA TE CONTROL (T ype C) Automatic operation (AUTO) The AUTO mode may be used year-round as the system automatically controls con- stant temperature, air flow distribution and fan speed after the desired temperature is set manually. T o turn off the heater and air conditioner, push the “ OFF ” button. Cooling and dehumidified heati[...]

  • Page 217

    4-38 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . T o cancel the separate temperature setting, push the “ DUAL ” button, the indicator light turns off, and the driver ’ s side temperature setting will be applied to both the driver ’ s and front passenger ’ s sides. . Do not set the temperature lower than the outside air [...]

  • Page 218

    control button. T o return to the automatic control mode, push the intake air control button until the indicator light on the “ ” side illumi- nates. The advanced climate control sys- tem turns on and the intake air will be controlled automatically. T o turn system off Push the OFF button. Advanced climate control system The advanced climate co[...]

  • Page 219

    4-40 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems odors such as pulp or chemicals and exhaust gas such as gasoline or diesel. When the automatic intake air control is ON, for the first 5 minutes, the recircula- tion mode is selected to prevent dust, dirt and pollen from entering the vehicle and cleans the air inside of the vehicle w[...]

  • Page 220

    SERVICING CLIMA TE C ONTROL The climate control system in your INFINITI is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This refrigerant will not harm the earth ’ s ozone layer. However, special charging equipment and lubricant are required when servicing your INFINITI air conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubricant[...]

  • Page 221

    4-42 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA0306 FM radio reception: Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 to 30 miles (40 to 48 km), with monaural (single channel) FM having slightly more range than stereo FM. External influences may sometimes interfere with FM station reception even if the FM station is within 25 mile[...]

  • Page 222

    SAA0480 Compact Disc (CD) player . Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD player. . T rying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD player. . During cold weather or rainy days, the player may malfunction due to the humidity. If this occurs, remove the CD and dehumidify or v[...]

  • Page 223

    4-44 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems LHA0484 DVD (Digital V ersatile Disc) player (models with navigation system) . Do not force a compact disc into the CD/DVD insert slot. This could damage the CD/DVD player. . During cold weather or rainy days, the player may malfunction due to humid- ity. If this occurs, remove the C[...]

  • Page 224

    temperature of the player returns to normal. If the error persists, consult your local retailer. Unplayable File: — The file may be copy protected. — The file is not MP3, WMA, AAC, M4A or DivX ® type. Region Invalid: — The DVD is not for region 1 or all regions. Use DVDs with a region code “ 1 ” , “ ALL ” or “ 1 included ” for yo[...]

  • Page 225

    4-46 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . Some characters used in other lan- guages (Chinese, Japanese, etc.) are not displayed properly on the vehicle center screen. Using English language characters with a USB device is recom- mended. . Do not connect a USB device if a connector or cable is wet. Allow the cable and/or co[...]

  • Page 226

    once is called a multisession. . ID3/WMA Tag — The ID3/WMA tag is the part of the encoded MP3 or WMA file that contains information about the digital music file such as song title, artist, album title, encoding bit rate, track time duration, etc. ID3 tag in- formation is displayed on the Album/ Artist/Trac k title line on the display. * Windows ?[...]

  • Page 227

    4-48 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Specification chart (Type A): Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM*5, DVD±R*5, DVD±RW*5, DVD±R DL*5, 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 Lev[...]

  • Page 228

    *1 Files created with a combination of 48 kHz sampling frequency and 64 kbps bit rate cannot be played. *2 Protected WMA files (DRM) cannot be played. *3 Available codes depend on what kind of media, versions and information are going to be displayed. *4 When VBR files are played, the playback time may not be displayed correctly . *5 Models with na[...]

  • Page 229

    4-50 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Specification chart (Type B): Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported file systems CD, CD-R, CD-RW: ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not support ed. * Files saved using the Live File System component (on a Windows Vista-based compu[...]

  • Page 230

    T roubleshooting 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) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error,[...]

  • Page 231

    4-52 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Compressed Video Files (models with navigation system) Explanation of terms: . DivX ® - DivX ® refers to the DivX ® codec owned by DivX, Inc. used for a lossy compression of video based on MPEG- 4. . AVI - AVI stands for Audio Video Interleave. It is a standard file format origina[...]

  • Page 232

    Requirement for Supporting Video Playback: Media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±RW DL, USB 2.0 Memory File Systems CD, CD-R, CD-RW , DVD, DVD±R, DVD±RW , DVD±RW DL ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Romeo, Joliet, UDF Bridge (UDF1.02 +ISO9660), UDF1.5, UDF2.0 - ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not suppor ted. - Files saved using the[...]

  • Page 233

    4-54 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . Bluetooth ® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and licensed to Clarion Co., Ltd. Music Box ® (if so equipped) Recording: . Note that data that is lost and not stored to the hard drive/flash memory due to system damage, improper op- eration or malfunction is not under war[...]

  • Page 234

    SAA2724 T ype A 1. ON·OFF/VOLUME control knob 2. Radio SCAN (tuning) button 3. RDM (random) RPT (repeat) play but- ton 4. Radio CA T (category)/REW (rewind) button for SEEK/TRACK 5. Radio CAT (category)/FF (fast forward) button for SEEK/TRACK 6. Radio tuning / MP3/WMA/AAC folder selector / AUDIO control knob 7. CD EJECT button 8. Radio station pre[...]

  • Page 235

    4-56 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2921 T ype B 1. ON·OFF/VOLUME control knob 2. Radio PRESET A-B-C selector button 3. Radio SCAN (tuning)/CD RPT (repeat) play button 4. Radio CA T (category)/REW (rewind) button for SEEK/TRACK 5. Radio CAT (category)/FF (fast forward) button for SEEK/TRACK 6 . Radio tuning / MP3/W[...]

  • Page 236

    SAA1533 Models with navigation system 1. Radio band select button 2. DISC·AUX button SAA2922 Models without navigation system 1. AUX/Satellite band select button 2. Radio band select button 3. DISC button FM-AM- SA T RADIO WITH COMP ACT DISC (CD) PLAYER For all operation precautions, see “ Audio operation precautions ” (P .4-41). The satellite[...]

  • Page 237

    4-58 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems desired setting. For the other setting methods, see “ How to use SETTING button ” (P .4-14). This vehicle has some sound effect func- tions as follows: . Speed Sensitive Vol. . Precision Phased Audio (if so equipped) . Driver ’ s Audio Stage (if so equipped) For more details, s[...]

  • Page 238

    SEEK tuning/CA TEGORY (CA T): . For AM and FM radio Push the SEEK·CA T or TRACK button or to tune from low to high or high to low frequencies and to stop at the next broadcasting station. . For XM Satellite Radio Push the SEEK·CA T or TRACK button or to tune to the first channel of the next or previous category. During satellite radio reception, [...]

  • Page 239

    4-60 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4. The stations indicator will then come on and the sound will resume. Memorizing is now complete. 5. Other buttons can be set in the same manner. If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the fuse opens, the radio memory will be erased. In that case, reset the desired stations/cha[...]

  • Page 240

    When the DISC·AUX or DISC button is pushed with the CD loaded and the radio playing, the radio will automatically be turned off and the CD will start to play. Menu (models with navigation system): When the “ Menu ” key on the display is selected while the CD is being played, the menu screen will be displayed. The follow- ing menu options are a[...]

  • Page 241

    4-62 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems REPEA T (RPT), RANDOM (RDM) (Type A): When the RPT button is pushed while the CD is played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: (CD) (CD with compressed audio files) REPEA T (RPT) (Type B): When the SCAN·RPT button is pushed while the CD is played, the play pattern can be ch[...]

  • Page 242

    player does not guarantee complete functionality of all VIDEO-CD formats. Display settings T o adjust the front display mode, push the SETTING button while the DVD is being played, select the “ Others ” key and then select the “ Display ” key. T o adjust the display ON/OFF , brightness, tint, color and contrast, select the “ Display Adjus[...]

  • Page 243

    4-64 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems / Next/Previous Chapter: Select the “ ” or “ ” 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. / Commer cial Skip: This function is only for DVD- VIDEO, DVD- VR. Select the “ ” or “ ”[...]

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    Angle (DVD-VIDEO): If the DVD contains different angles (suc h 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 [...]

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    4-66 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems USB INPUT OPERA TION (if so equipped) Audio main operation Open the console lid and connect a USB memory * 1 as illustrated. Then, push the DISC·AUX or AUX button repeatedly to switch to the USB memory mode. If the system has been turned off while the USB memory was playing, pushing[...]

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

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    4-68 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2502 Menu (models with navigation system): There are some options available during playback. Select one of the following options that are displayed on the screen if necessary. Refer to the following infor- mation for each item. . Movie Playback Switch to the movie playback mode. T[...]

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    mode. Operation keys: T o 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. [...]

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    4-70 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Input the number to be searched and select the “ OK ” key. The specified folder/file will be played. . Display T o adjust the image quality of the screen, select the preferred adjustment items. . DRC DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) automatically adjusts the soundtrack volume leve[...]

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    may cause undesired operation of the device. . This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interfer- ence-Causing Equipment Regulations. Bluetooth trademark: Bluetooth ® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and licensed to Clarion Co., Ltd. SAA2505 Connecting procedure 1. Push the SETTING button and select the “ [...]

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    4-72 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2507 3. A confirmation screen will be dis- played. Select “ No ” . Note: Selecting “ Ye s ” will only connect the hands free phone portion of a Bluetooth ® device. SAA3005 4. Choose a PIN code to use with the compatible Bluetooth ® audio device using the number input scr[...]

  • Page 252

    SAA2510 Audio main operation Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Then, push the DISC·AUX button repeatedly to switch to the Bluetooth ® audio mode. If the system has been turned off while the Bluetooth ® audio device was playing, pushing the ON·OFF/VOL control knob will start the Bluetooth ® audio device. The ability to pause, [...]

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    4-74 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems following items. . Shuffle Choose “ Shuffle OFF ” , “ Shuffle All T racks ” and “ Shuffle Group ” . . Repeat Choose from “ Repeat OFF ” , “ Repeat 1 T rack ” , “ Repeat All T racks ” and “ Repeat Group ” . SAA2511 Bluetooth ® settings T o set up the Bluet[...]

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    see “ Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone System (models with navigation system) ” (P .4-90). SAA2974 Automatic transmission models SAA2426 Manual transmission models iPod ® PLAYER OPERA TION (if so equipped) Connecting iPod ® Open the console lid and connect the iPod ® cable to the USB connector. If compatible, the battery of the iPod ® is charg[...]

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    4-76 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . Second generation iPod touch ® (version 1.2. 3 or later) . First generation iPod nano ® (version 1.3.1 or later) . Second generation iPod nano ® (version 1.1. 3 or later) . Third generation iPod nano ® (version 1.1 or later) . Fourth generation iPod nano ® (version 1.0.2 or la[...]

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    When the or button is pushed for less than 1. 5 seconds while the iPod ® is playing, the next track or the beginning of the current track on the iPod ® will be played. When the REW button is pushed for less than 1.5 seconds within 3 seconds after the current track started playing, the previous track will be played. When the REW button is pushed f[...]

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    4-78 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2513 Models with navigation system SAA2612 Models without navigation system Recording CDs 1. Operate the audio system to play a CD. For the details of playing CDs, see “ Compact Disc (CD) player operation ” (P .4-60). 2. Select the “ Start REC ” or “ REC ” key. NOTE: .[...]

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    If the title information of the track being recorded is stored either in the hard drive/ flash memory or in the CD, the title is automatically displayed on the screen. For title acquisition from the hard drive/flash memory, music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote ® . If a track is not recorded successfully due to sk[...]

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    4-80 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Playing recorded songs Select the Music Box ® 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 Music Box ® mode. (See “ Steering-wheel- mounted controls for audio ” (P .4-[...]

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    SAA2516 Models with navigation system SAA2725 Models without navigation system There are some options available by selecting the “ Menu ” key on the screen during playback. Select one of the follow- ing options that are displayed on the screen if necessary. Now Playing (models with navigation system): Displays a track list to choose a preferred[...]

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    4-82 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems . Delete Songs Delete tracks in the Playlist by selecting from the displayed song list. Play Mode (models with navigation sys- tem): Choose the preferred play mode from the following items. . Normal . 1 Album Repeat . 1 Track Repeat . 1 Playlist Random . 1 Artist Random . 1 Album Ran[...]

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    SAA2517 Models with navigation system SAA2438 Models without navigation system Music Box ® settings T o set the Music box ® hard drive/flash memory to your preferred settings, select the “ Menu ” key during playback, and the “ Music Box Settings ” key with the INFINITI controller, and then push the ENTER button. Music Box Used/Free Space:[...]

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    4-84 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers for your own personal non-commercial use only. Y ou agree not to assign, copy, transfer or transmit the Gracenote Software or any Gracenote Data to any third party. YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR EXPL OIT GRACE- NOTE DA [...]

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    Gracenote and CDDB are registered trade- marks of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and the “ Powered by Grace- note ” logo are trademarks of Gracenote. SAA2990 AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS (if so equipped) The auxiliary input jacks are located in the center console. NTSC compatible devices such as video games, camcorders and portable video [...]

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    4-86 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1567 AUX Menu When the “ Setting ” key on the display is selected while in the AUX mode, the menu screen will be displayed. Display Mode: Choose the display mode from the follow- ing items. . Normal . Wide . Cinema SAA0451 CD/DVD/USB MEMORY CARE AND CLEANING CD/DVD . Handle a [...]

  • Page 266

    SAA2923 Models with navigation system SAA2924 Models without navigation system 1. Audio source switch 2. Menu control switch (models with navigation system) or audio tuning switch (models without navigation system) 3. V olume control switch 4. Back switch STEERING-WHEEL -MOUNTED CON- TROLS FOR AUDIO Menu control switch (models with navigation syste[...]

  • Page 267

    4-88 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems audio files). . Pushing the menu control switch (mod- els with navigation system) will show the CD Menu. DVD (models with navigation system): . Tilting up/down for less than 1.5 seconds will increase or decrease the track number. . Tilting up/down for more than 1.5 seconds will incre[...]

  • Page 268

    ANTENNA Window antenna The antenna pattern is printed inside the rear window. CAUTION . Do not place metalized film near the rear window glass or attach any metal parts to it. This may cause poor reception or noise. . When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window antenna. Lightly wipe along the ant[...]

  • Page 269

    4-90 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 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 vehicle operation. . If you find yourself unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation while[...]

  • Page 270

    . Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone quality degradation and wireless connection disruption. . While a cellular phone is connected through the Bluetooth ® wireless con- nection, the battery power of the cellular phone may discharge quicker than usual. . If the[...]

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    4-92 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1772 C ONTROL BUTTONS 1) PHONE button 2) TALK /PHONE SEND button SAA2519 C ONNECTING PROCEDURE 1. Push the PHONE button or the button, and select the “ Connect Phone ” key . SAA2520 2. When a PIN code appears on the screen, operate the compatible Blue- tooth ® cellular phone [...]

  • Page 272

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

  • Page 273

    4-94 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2523 5. Select the “ Voicetag ” key to record a name to speak when using the INFINITI V oice 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 phon[...]

  • Page 274

    SAA2523 The following editing items are available: . Entry # Changes the displayed number of the selected entry. . Name Edit the name of the entry using the keypad displayed on the screen. . Number Edit the phone number using the key- pad displayed on the screen. . T ype Select an icon from the icon list. . V oicetag Confirm and store the voicetag.[...]

  • Page 275

    4-96 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2621 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. . V ehicle Phonebook Select an entry stored in the V ehicle ’ s Phonebook. . Cal[...]

  • Page 276

    . Answer Accept an incoming call to talk. . Hold Call Put an incoming call on hold. . Reject Call Reject an incoming call. T o finish the call, perform one of the following procedures listed below. 1. Select the “ Hang up ” key. 2. Push the PHONE button on the instru- ment panel. 3. Push the button on the steering wheel. SAA3587 DURING A CALL T[...]

  • Page 277

    4-98 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2527 PHONE SETTING T o set up the Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone System to your preferred settings, push the SETTING button on the instrument panel and select the “ PHONE ” key. Edit V ehicle Phonebook T o edit the vehicle phonebook, use the same procedure as described in “ V[...]

  • Page 278

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

  • Page 279

    4-100 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 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 vehicle operation. . If you find yourself unable to devote full attention to vehicle operation whil[...]

  • Page 280

    . Immediately after the ignition switch is pushed to the “ ON ” position, it may be impossible to receive a call for a short period of time. . Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone quality degradation and wireless connection disruption. . While a cellular phon[...]

  • Page 281

    4-102 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Bluetooth trademark: Bluetooth ® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and licensed to Visteon Cor- poration. SAA1582 C ONTROL BUTTONS 1. PHONE SEND button Push the button to initiate a VR session or answer an incoming call. Y ou can also use the button to skip through syste[...]

  • Page 282

    . Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible. Close the windows to eliminate the surrounding noises (traf- fic noises, vibration sounds, etc.), which may prevent the system from recognizing the voice commands cor- rectly. . Wait until a tone sounds before speak- ing a command. . Speak a voice command within 5 seconds after the beep sound[...]

  • Page 283

    4-104 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems command recognition mode . 4. The system acknowledges the com- mand and announces the next set of available commands. 5. After the tone sounds, speak the phone number. 6. When you have finished speaking the phone number, the system repeats it back and announces the available command[...]

  • Page 284

    cent Calls, Connect Phone or Help ” . 3. Give your instructions to the system by saying: “ Dial John ” for example ( “ John ” must have been previously set as a voice tag for John ’ s phone number) or “ Dial One ” if John is classified as one in the phonebook. If the system cannot understand your command, repeat it according to the [...]

  • Page 285

    4-106 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 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[...]

  • Page 286

    SAA2575 P AIRING PROCEDURE Up to 5 cellular phones can be registered. 1. Push the button on the steering wheel. The system announces the available commands. 2. Speak: “ Connect Phone ” . The system acknowledges the command and an- nounces the next set of available commands. SAA2576 3. Speak: “ Add Phone ” . The system ac- knowledges the com[...]

  • Page 287

    4-108 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2578 5. The system asks the user to speak a name for the phone. Speak: “ Ye s ” . The system acknowl- edges 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 tha[...]

  • Page 288

    SAA2580 MAKING A CALL T o make a call, follow the procedures below. 1. Push the button on the steering wheel. A tone will sound. 2. Speak: “ Call ” . The system acknowl- edges the command and announces the next set of available commands. 3. Speak the registered person ’ s name. The system acknowledges the com- mand and announces the next set [...]

  • Page 289

    4-110 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems call. . “ Mute on/off ”— Use the Mute com- mand to mute the user ’ s voice so the other party cannot hear it. Use the mute command again to unmute the user ’ s voice. . “ Transfer Handset ”— Use the T ransfer Handset command to transfer the call from the Bluetooth ®[...]

  • Page 290

    SAA2583 Phonebook . (a name) Use the name command to seek the name and locations registered in the phonebook in alphabetical order. When the system acknowledges the alphabet the user spoke, the system announces all registered names and locations beginning with that alphabet. Playback of the list can be stopped at any time by pressing a button on th[...]

  • Page 291

    4-112 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2584 Recent C alls . Incoming Use the Incoming command to make a call viewing the list of incoming calls. . Missed Use the Missed command to make a call viewing the list of missed calls. . Outgoing Use the Outgoing command to make a call viewing the list of outgoing calls. . Redi[...]

  • Page 292

    existing phone. If the user tries to connect a phone that has already been connected to the vehicle system, the system announces the name that the phone is already using. The connecting procedure will then be cancelled. The Add Phone command is not avail- able when the vehicle is moving. . Select Phone Use the Select Phone command to select a phone[...]

  • Page 293

    4-114 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems transmission in Park. 3. Press the button. 4. Speak: “ Help ” . The system acknowl- edges the command and announces the next set of available commands. 5. Speak: "Voice Adaptation". The system acknowledges the command and dis- plays the voice adaptation mode screen. 6 [...]

  • Page 294

    when Alternate Command Mode is active, try using the Speaker Adaptation Function available in that mode. Otherwise, it is recommended that Alternate Command Mode be turned off and Standard Mode be used for the best recognition perfor- mance. For the voice commands for the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System Owner ’ s Manual of your [...]

  • Page 295

    4-116 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2531 1. Push the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Select the “ Others ” key. 3. Select the “ V oice Recognition ” key. 4. Select the “ User Guide ” key. 5. Select a preferred item. Y ou can skip steps 1 and 3 above if you say “ Help ” . Available items: . G[...]

  • Page 296

    V oice Recognition. SAA2534 Let ’ s Practice This mode helps learn how to use the INFINITI Voice Recognition system. 1. Select the “ Let ’ s Practice ” key. 2. After the message screen appears, push the T ALK switch on the steering wheel. 3. Speak the displayed number after the tone. The evaluation screen will be displayed and the result ca[...]

  • Page 297

    4-118 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems USING THE SYSTEM Initialization When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, INFINITI Voice Recognition is initialized, which may take up to one minute. When completed, the system is ready to accept voice commands. If the T ALK switch is pushed before the initialization co[...]

  • Page 298

    SAA2535 2. A list of commands appears on the screen, and the system announces, “ Would you like to access Phone, Navigation, 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 ” (P .4-[...]

  • Page 299

    4-120 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems of phone digit entry can improve recogni- tion performance. 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 ” [...]

  • Page 300

    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. V ehicle Phon[...]

  • Page 301

    4-122 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Command Action Previous Destinations Sets a route to a previous destination. . Information Command: Command Action Fuel Economy Displays fuel economy information. Maintenance Displays maintenance information. Traffic Information Turns the traffic information system ON and OFF . Wher[...]

  • Page 302

    V oice command examples T o use the INFINITI Voice Recognition function, speaking one command is some- times sufficient, but at other times it is necessary to speak two or more com- mands. As examples, some additional basic operations by voice commands are described here. For navigation system commands, see the separate Navigation System Owner ’ [...]

  • Page 303

    4-124 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2536 4. Speak “ Dial Number ” . SAA2537 5. Speak “ 800 ” . Selecting the “ Manual Controls ” ke y switches the screen to the keypad to input the phone number manually. SAA2538 6. The system announces, “ Please say the next three digits or dial, or say change number.[...]

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    SAA2539 8. The system announces, “ Please say the last four digits ” or say change number. 9. Speak “ 6200 ” . SAA2540 10. The system announces, “ Dial or Change Number? ” 11. Speak “ Dial ” . 12. The system makes a call to 800-662- 6200. NOTE: . Y ou can also speak “ 800-662-6200 ” (10 continuous digits) or “ 662-6200 ” (7 [...]

  • Page 305

    4-126 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA1588 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. SAA2535 2. The system announces, “ Would you like to access Phone, Navigation, Informa- tion, Audio or Help? ” 3. Speak “ Phone ”[...]

  • Page 306

    SAA2541 5. Speak “ 011811112223333 ” . SAA2542 6. Speak “ Dial ” . 7. System makes a call to 011-81-111- 222-3333. NOTE: Any digit input format is available in the International Number input process. INFINITI VOICE RECOGNITION AL - TERNA TE C OMMAND MODE The following section is applicable when Alternate Command Mode is activated. When Alte[...]

  • Page 307

    4-128 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2529 Activating Alternate C ommand Mode When the Standard Mode is active, perform the following steps to switch to the Alternate Command Mode. 1. Push the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Highlight the “ Others ” key. 3. Highlight the “ V oice Recognition ” ke[...]

  • Page 308

    SAA2545 5. Select a category from the list. SAA2546 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. Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-129[...]

  • Page 309

    4-130 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Commands List Phone Commands: Command Action Dial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number. V ehicle 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[...]

  • Page 310

    Navigation Commands: Command Action Destination 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 Searc hes for stored information in the Address Book. [...]

  • Page 311

    4-132 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 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 i[...]

  • Page 312

    Audio Commands: Command Action Music Box Turns on the Music Box hard drive audio system. CD Starts to play a CD. FM Turns to the FM band, selecting the station last played. AM Turns to the AM band, selecting the station last played. XM Turns to the XM Satellite Radio band, selecting the channel last played. USB Turns on the USB memory. Bluetooth Au[...]

  • Page 313

    4-134 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 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[...]

  • Page 314

    General Commands: Command Action Go back Corrects the last recognition result to return to the previous screen Exit Cancels Voice Recognition Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-135[...]

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    4-136 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2547 Displaying user guide Y ou can confirm how to use voice com- mands by accessing a simplified User Guide, which contains basic instructions and tutorials for several voice commands. 1. Push the INFO button on the instrument panel. 2. Select the “ Others ” key using the IN[...]

  • Page 316

    . When the air conditioner is in the AUTO mode, the fan speed decreases auto- matically for easy recognition. . Wait until a tone sounds before speak- ing a command. . Speak in a natural voice without paus- ing between words. SAA1588 Giving voice command 1. Push and release the T ALK switch located on the steering wheel. SAA2548 2. A list of comman[...]

  • Page 317

    4-138 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems Repeat the command in a clear voice. . 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 second. The message “ V oice can- celed ” will be announced. . T o skip the voice guidance function and giv[...]

  • Page 318

    SAA2549 Speaker adaptation function (for Alternate C ommand Mode) The voice recognition system has a func- tion to learn the user ’ s voice for better voice recognition performance. The system can memorize the voices of up to three persons. Having the system learn the user ’ s voice: 1. Push the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel and sele[...]

  • Page 319

    4-140 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems SAA2552 8. The system requests that you repeat a command after a tone. 9. After the tone sounds and the icon on the screen changes from to , speak the command that the system requested. 10. When the system has recognized the voice command, the voice of the user is learned. Push the [...]

  • Page 320

    Minimize voice feedback (for Alter- nate C ommand Mode) T o minimize the voice feedback from the system, perform the following steps. 1. Push the SETTING button on the instru- ment panel. 2. Select the “ Others ” key. 3. Select the “ V oice Recognition ” key. 4. Select the “ Minimize V oice Feedback ” key . 5. The setting is turned to O[...]

  • Page 321

    4-142 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 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, starti ng with nu[...]

  • Page 322

    5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ................. 5-3 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ....................... 5-3 Three-way catalyst ........................................... 5-4 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).......... 5-4 Avoiding collision and rollover......................... 5-6 Off-road recovery ..........[...]

  • Page 323

    Sonar system (if so equipped) ........................... 5-48 Sonar indicator.............................................. 5-49 Sonar system OFF switch ............................... 5-50 Power steering................................................... 5-50 Brake system..................................................... 5-51 Braking precautio[...]

  • Page 324

    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 themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quick ly become high enough to caus[...]

  • Page 325

    5-4 Starting and driving THREE-WA Y CA T AL YST The three-way catalyst is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the three-way catalyst are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollutants. WARNING . The exhaust gas and the exhaust system are very hot. Keep people, animals or flammable materials away from [...]

  • Page 326

    minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the mal- function indicator is illuminated, the sys- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunc- tions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the insta[...]

  • Page 327

    5-6 Starting and driving . 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 remain on after 1 minute. C ontact your INFINITI retailer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting. . Replacing tires with th[...]

  • Page 328

    and avoid driving when tired. Never drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs (including prescription or over-the- counter drugs which may cause drowsi- ness). Always wear your seat belt as outlined in the “ Seat belts ” (P .1-14) of this manual, and also instruct your passengers to do so. Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury in c[...]

  • Page 329

    5-8 Starting and driving collision and result in personal injury. . The vehicle generally moves or pulls in the direction of the flat tire. . Do not rapidly apply the brakes. . Do not rapidly release the accelerator pedal. . Do not rapidly turn the steering wheel. 1. Remain calm and do not overreact. 2. Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel wi[...]

  • Page 330

    in drivetrain damage or unexpected vehicle movement which could result in serious vehicle damage or personal injury. . Do not attempt to test an AWD equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer, (such as the dynamometers used by some states for emissions testing), or similar equipment even if the other two wheels are raised off the ground. Make sure y[...]

  • Page 331

    5-10 Starting and driving SSD0824 OPERA TING RANGE FOR ENGINE ST ART FUNCTION The Intelligent Key can only be used for starting the engine when the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating range * 1 . When the Intelligent Key battery is almost discharged or strong radio waves are present near the operating location, the Intelligent Key sys[...]

  • Page 332

    The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch position cannot be switched to LOCK until the selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position (Automatic T ransmis- sion models). When the ignition switch cannot be switched toward the LOCK position, pro- ceed as follows: Move the selector lever into the P (Park) position (Automatic Transmi[...]

  • Page 333

    5-12 Starting and driving SSD0768 INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DIS- CHARGE If the battery of the Intelligent Key is almost discharged, the guide light * B of the Intelligent Key port * A blinks and the indicator appears on the dot matrix liquid crystal display. (See “ Dot matrix liquid crystal display ” (P .2-20).) In this case, inserti ng the Intel[...]

  • Page 334

    1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Automatic Transmission (AT) model: Move the selector lever to the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. (P is recom- mended.) The starter is designed not to operate unless the selector lever is in either of the above positions. Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position. Depress the c[...]

  • Page 335

    5-14 Starting and driving AUTOMA TIC TRANSMISSION 7 speed automatic transmission The automatic transmission in your vehicle is electronically controlled by a transmis- sion control module to produce maximum efficiency and smooth operation. Shown on the following pages are the recommended operating procedures for this transmission. Follow these proc[...]

  • Page 336

    SSD0596 Selector lever Shifting T o move the selector lever, : Push the button while depressing the brake pedal, : Push the button, : Just move the selector lever. After starting the engine, fully depress the brake pedal and shift the selector lever from P (Park) to R (Reverse), N (Neutral), D (Drive), DS (Drive Sport) or Manual shift mode position[...]

  • Page 337

    5-16 Starting and driving DS (Drive Sport ) mode Move the selector lever from D (Drive) to the left into the manual shift gate. The transmission position indicator in the meter shows “ DS ” . In the DS (Drive Sport) mode, the transmis- sion changes to the “ sporty ” driving shift operation, creating a more aggressive acceleration feeling th[...]

  • Page 338

    M 4 (4th), M 3 (3rd) and M 2 (2nd): Use these positions for hill climbing or engine braking on downhill grades. M 1 (1st): Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or driving slowly through deep snow, or for maximum engine braking on steep downhill grades. . Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended periods of time in lower than 7[...]

  • Page 339

    5-18 Starting and driving 4 . Push down the shift lock * B as illustrated. 5. Push the selector lever button * C and move the selector lever to N (Neutral) position * D while holding down the shift lock. Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired location. If the lever cannot be moved out of P (Park), have an INFINITI retailer chec k the automatic[...]

  • Page 340

    pedal with the foot brake applied. SSD0536 Shifting T o change gears, or when upshifting or downshifting, fully depress the clutch pedal, shift into the appropriate gear, then slowly and smoothly release the clutch pedal. This vehicle is equipped with a short throw shifter manual transmission. T o ensure smooth gear changes, fully depress the clutc[...]

  • Page 341

    5-20 Starting and driving For normal acceleration in low altitude areas [less than 4,000 ft (1,219 m)]: Gear change MPH (km/h) 1st to 2nd 8 (13) 2nd to 3rd 16 (25) 3rd to 4th 25 (40) 4th to 5th 28 (45) 5th to 6th 33 (53) For quick acceleration in low altitude areas or in high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219 m)]: Gear change MPH (km/h) 1st to 2[...]

  • Page 342

    SPA2331 AUTOMA TIC TRANSMISSION MOD- ELS T o apply: Fully depress the parking brake pedal * 1 . T o release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake * 2 . 2. Depress the parking brake pedal * 1 and the parking brake will be released. 3. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out. SPA2110 MANUAL TRANSMISSION MODELS T o apply: Pull the parking b[...]

  • Page 343

    5-22 Starting and driving . 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. CAUTION On manual transmission models, do not shift into N (Neutral) without depressing the clutch ped[...]

  • Page 344

    cruising speed, the cruise control will disengage. Turn the MAIN switch off once and then turn it on again. . The cruise control will automatically cancel if the vehicle slows more than 8 MPH (12 km/h) below the set speed. . If you depress the clutch pedal (Manual Transmission models) or move the selector lever to N (Neutral) position (Automatic Tr[...]

  • Page 345

    5-24 Starting and driving . In the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, a warning chime will not sound to warn you if you are too close to the vehicle ahead. Pay special attention to the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you or a collision could occur. SSD0604 1. V ehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode 2. Conventio[...]

  • Page 346

    VEHICLE- TO- VEHICLE DIST ANCE C ONTROL MODE In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system automatically maintains a selected distance from the vehicle traveling in front of you according to that vehicle ’ s speed (up to the set speed), or at the set speed when the road ahead is clear. With ICC, the [...]

  • Page 347

    5-26 Starting and driving sar y. The detection range of the sensor is approximately 390 ft (120 m) ahead. 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. . The system is prima[...]

  • Page 348

    roads — When traffic conditions make it difficult to keep a proper distance between vehicles because of fre- quent acceleration or deceleration . In some road or traffic conditions, a vehicle or object can unexpectedly come into the sensor detection zone and cause automatic braking. Y ou may need to control the distance from other vehicles using [...]

  • Page 349

    5-28 Starting and driving traveling ahead. The sensor generally detects the signals returned from the reflectors on a vehicle ahead. Therefore, 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[...]

  • Page 350

    cle speed up to the set speed. The ICC system does not control vehicle speed or warn you when you approach stationary and slow moving vehicles. Y ou must pay attention to vehicle operation to maintain proper distance from vehicles ahead when approaching toll gates or traffic congestion. SSD0252 The detection zone of the ICC sensor is limited. A veh[...]

  • Page 351

    5-30 Starting and driving SSD0253 When driving on some roads, such as winding, hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are under construction, the IC C 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 accelerate the vehicle. The detection of v[...]

  • Page 352

    SSD0605 Intelligent cruise c ontrol switch The system is operated by a MAIN switch and four control switches, all mounted on the steering wheel. 1. ACCELERA TE/RESUME switch: Resumes set speed or increases speed incrementally. 2. COAST/SET switch: Sets desired cruise speed, reduces speed incrementally. 3. CANCEL switch: Deactivates the system witho[...]

  • Page 353

    5-32 Starting and driving 4. Indicates your vehicle 5. Set vehicle speed indicator: Indicates the set vehicle speed. For Canadian models, the speed is displayed in km/h. 6. Intelligent Cruise Control system warn- ing light (orange): The light comes on if there is a malfunction in the ICC system. SSD0607 When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON [...]

  • Page 354

    SSD0609 T o set cruising speed, accelerate your vehicle to the desired speed, push the COAST/SET switch and release it. (Vehicle ahead detection indicator, set distance indicator and set vehicle speed indicator come on.) T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. Y our vehicle will maintain the set speed. SSD0784 When the COAST/SET switch is pushed[...]

  • Page 355

    5-34 Starting and driving SSD0610 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 accelerates or decelerates your vehicle according to the speed of the vehicle ahead. Depress the accelerator to properly [...]

  • Page 356

    the ICC system is in operation, the system controls the distance to that vehicle. SSD0611 When passing another vehicle, the set speed indicator will flash when the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed. The vehicle detect indicator will turn off when the area ahead of the vehicle is open. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the pre[...]

  • Page 357

    5-36 Starting and driving . Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. The set vehicle speed will decrease by approximately 5 MPH (5 km/h for Canada). . Push, then quic kly release the C OAST/ SET switch. Each time you do this, the set speed will decrease by approxi- mately 1 MPH (1 km/h for Canada). T o resume the preset speed, push and release the ACCEL[...]

  • Page 358

    SSD0613D . 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[...]

  • Page 359

    5-38 Starting and driving SSD0284A NOTE: The approach warning chime may sound and the system display may blink when the ICC sensor detects some reflectors * 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 IC C sensor may detect these reflectors when[...]

  • Page 360

    . When strong light (sunlight, etc.) is directly shining on the front of the vehicle Action to take: When the conditions listed above are no longer present, turn the system off using the Intelligent Cruise Control MAIN Switch. T urn the ICC system back on to use the system. SSD0615 Condition B: When the sensor window is dirty, making it impossible [...]

  • Page 361

    5-40 Starting and driving conditions, have the vehicle checked at an INFINITI retailer. SSD0926 Sedan SSD1170 C oupe — Type A SSD1169 Coupe — Type B Sensor maintenance The sensor for the ICC system * A is located below the front bumper. T o keep the ICC system operating properly, be sure to observe the following: . Always keep the sensor clean.[...]

  • Page 362

    INFINITI retailer. . Do not attach a sticker (including transparent material) or install an accessory near the sensor. This could cause failure or malfunction. C ONVENTIONAL (fixed speed) CRUISE CONTROL MODE This mode allows driving at a speed between 25 to 89 MPH (40 to 144 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accel- erator pedal. WARNING . In t[...]

  • Page 363

    5-42 Starting and driving SSD0618 Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode display and indica- tors The display is located between the speed- ometer and tachometer. 1. MAIN switch indicator: Indicates that the MAIN switch is ON. 2. Cruise set switch indicator: Displays while the vehicle speed is controlled by the conventional (fixed speed) cr[...]

  • Page 364

    set your desired cruising speed. Pushing the MAIN switch again will turn the system completely off. When the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position, the system is also automati- cally turned off. To use the Intelligent Cruise Control again, quickly push and release the MAIN switch (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode) or push and hold i[...]

  • Page 365

    5-44 Starting and driving 2. Push and hold the C OAST/SET switch. Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed. 3. Push, then quickly release the COAST/ SET switch. Each time you do this, the set speed will decrease by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h). T o resume the preset speed, push and release the ACCELERA TE/RESUME switch. The veh[...]

  • Page 366

    CAUTION During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance. . Avoid driving for long periods at con- stant speed, either[...]

  • Page 367

    5-46 Starting and driving 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) while trying to free a stuck vehicle due to high power train oil temperature. The driving mode may change to two-wheel drive. If the warning light blinks rapi[...]

  • Page 368

    SD1006MA WARNING . Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable 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. Unat- tended c hildren co[...]

  • Page 369

    5-48 Starting and driving 4. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position. SSD0927 WARNING . The sonar system is a convenience but it is not a substitute for proper parking. Always look around and chec k that it is safe to do so before parking. Always move slowly. . Read and understand the limitations of the sonar system as contained in this sectio[...]

  • Page 370

    stacles or false alarms. CAUTION Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as possible to hear the tone clearly. The sonar system sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the bumper. When the “ Sonar Display ” key is ON, the sonar indicator will also appear in the center display. (See “ Sonar indicator ” (P .5- 49).) The system de[...]

  • Page 371

    5-50 Starting and driving to the object with its color and rate of blinking. When an object is detected, the indicator (green) appears and blinks (the tone sounds intermittently). When the vehicle moves closer to the object, the color of the indicator turns yellow and the rate of blinking increases (the rate of the tone increases). When the corner [...]

  • Page 372

    BRAKING PRECAUTIONS The brake system has two separate hy- draulic circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still have braking at two wheels. V acuum assisted brakes The brake booster aids braking by using engine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However, greater foot pres- sure on the brake [...]

  • Page 373

    5-52 Starting and driving BRAKE ASSIST When the force applied to the brake pedal exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is activated generating greater braking force than a conventional brake booster even with light pedal force. WARNING The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist braking operation and is not a collision warning or avoidance device[...]

  • Page 374

    all times. . As there is a performance limit to the Preview Function, never rely solely on this system. This system does not correct careless inattentive or absent- minded driving, or overcome poor visi- bility in rain, fog, or other bad weather. Reduce vehicle speed by depressing the brake pedal, in order to maintain a safe distance between vehicl[...]

  • Page 375

    5-54 Starting and driving How to handle the sensor The sensor for the Preview Function is common with Intelligent Cruise Control and is located below the front bumper. T o keep the Preview Function operating properly, be sure to observe the following: . Always keep the sensor clean. Wipe with a soft cloth carefully so as not to damage the sensor. .[...]

  • Page 376

    WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may result in increased stopping distances. Self-test feature The ABS includes electronic sensors, elec- tric pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or r[...]

  • Page 377

    5-56 Starting and driving flashes so note the following: . The road may be slippery or the system may determine some action is required to help keep the vehicle on the steered path. . Y ou may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or vibration from under the hood. This is normal and indicates that the VDC system is working properly. [...]

  • Page 378

    stable surface. . If wheels or tires other than the INFINITI recommended ones are used, the VDC system may not operate properly and the VDC warning light may illumi- nate. . The VDC system is not a substitute for winter tires or tire chains on a snow covered road. The 4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) system is an electronically controlled four-wheel ste[...]

  • Page 379

    5-58 Starting and driving FREEING A FROZEN DOOR L OCK T o prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the Intelligent Key system. ANTIFREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the outside temperature will drop below 32 8 F (0 8 C),[...]

  • Page 380

    more traction. . Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement. . Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. . Watc h for slippery spots (glare ice). These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead, brake before reaching it. Try not t[...]

  • Page 381

    5-60 Starting and driving MEMO[...]

  • Page 382

    6 In c ase of emer gency 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[...]

  • Page 383

    6-2 In case of emergency In the event of a roadside emergency, Roadside Assistance Service is available to you. Please refer to your Warranty Informa- tion Booklet (U.S.) or Warranty & Roadside Assistance Information Booklet (Canada) for details. T o shut off the engine in an emergency situation while driving, perform the follow- ing procedure:[...]

  • Page 384

    the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure wa[...]

  • Page 385

    6-4 In case of emergency MCE0001A Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks * 1 at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jack ed up. WARNING Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury. SCE0659 Jacking tools — Sedan SCE0695 Jacking tool[...]

  • Page 386

    Jacking up the vehicle and remov- ing the damaged tire WARNING . Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. If it is necessary to work under the vehicle, support it with safety stands. . Use only the jack provided with your vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use the jack provided with your vehicle on other vehicles. The ja[...]

  • Page 387

    6-6 In case of emergency SCE0504 2. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrenc h. Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground. 3. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground. T o lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands as shown above. [...]

  • Page 388

    3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the sequence as illustrated ( * 1 , * 2 , * 3 , * 4 , * 5 ) until they are tight. 4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground. Then, with the wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely in the sequence as illustrated. Lower the vehicle comple- tely. W[...]

  • Page 389

    6-8 In case of emergency 5. Securely store the flat tire and jacking equipment in the vehicle. 6. Place the spare tire cover and the trunk floor carpeting over the damaged tire. 7. Close the trunk. WARNING . Always make sure that the spare tire and jacking equipment are properly secured after use. Such items can become dangerous projectiles in an a[...]

  • Page 390

    SCE0653 WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Failure to do so could result in damage to the charg ing system and cause personal injur y. 1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle * A , position the two vehicles ( * A and * B ) to bring their batteries into close proximity to each other. Do not allow the two vehicles to touch. 2. Appl[...]

  • Page 391

    6-10 In case of emergency the positive cable ( * 4 ? * 3 ? * 2 ? * 1 ). 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 p[...]

  • Page 392

    the windows, move the heater or air conditioner temperature control to maximum hot and fan control to high speed. 3. If engine overheating is caused by climbing a long hill on a hot day, run the engine at a fast idle (approximately 1,500 rpm) until the temperature gauge indication returns to normal. 4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for st[...]

  • Page 393

    6-12 In case of emergency used. . Always attach safety chains before tow- ing. For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV), see “ Flat towing ” (P . 9-23) of this manual. If needed, Roadside Assistance is avail- able. Please see your Warranty Information Booklet or Roadside Assistance I.D. Card for the toll-free[...]

  • Page 394

    models with the rear wheels on the ground (if you do not use towing dollies) or four wheels on the ground: — Push the ignition switch to the ON position and turn off all accessories. — Always release the parking brake. — Move the transmission shift lever to the N (Neutral) position. — Observe the following restricted towing speeds and dista[...]

  • Page 395

    6-14 In case of emergency Pulling a stuck vehicle If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use a tow strap or other device designed specifically for vehicle recovery. Always follow the manufacturer ’ s instruc- tions for the recovery device. SCE0892 Sedan Front (except for INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Package models — Coupe)[...]

  • Page 396

    illustrated. Attach the tow strap to the recovery hook. Make sure that the hook is properly secured in the original place after use. SCE0964 C oupe (INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Package models) Front (INFINITI Performance Line, Aerody- namic Package models — Coupe): 1. To remove the cover * 1 from the bumper with a suitable tool. 2. Pul[...]

  • Page 397

    6-16 In case of emergency SCE0965 C oupe (INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Package models) 3. Securely install the vehicle recovery hook * 3 stored with jacking tools as illustrated. Attach the tow strap to the recovery hook. Wrap the hook * 3 and strap with a cloth to avoid bumper damage as illustrated. Make sure that the hook is properly se[...]

  • Page 398

    . Never tow a vehicle using the vehicle tie downs or recovery hooks. . Always pull the ca ble straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull on the vehicle at an angle. . Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems. . Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are [...]

  • Page 399

    6-18 In case of emergency MEMO[...]

  • Page 400

    7 Appearanc e and c are Cleaning exterior ................................................. 7-2 Washing .......................................................... 7-2 Waxing ............................................................ 7-2 Removing spots ............................................... 7-3 Underbody ..................................[...]

  • Page 401

    7-2 Appearance and care In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o 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 droppings, tree sap, metal p[...]

  • Page 402

    . Wax your vehicle only after a thorough washing. Follow the instructions sup- plied with the wax. . Do not use a wax containing any abrasives, cutting compoun ds or clea- ners that may damage the vehicle finish. Machine compound or aggressive polish- ing on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. REMOVING SPOT[...]

  • Page 403

    7-4 Appearance and care ambient temperature. . Rinse the wheel to completely remove the cleaner within 15 minutes after the cleaner is applied. CHROME P ARTS Clean chrome parts regularly with a non- abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish. TIRE DRESSING INFINITI does not recommend the use of tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating [...]

  • Page 404

    CAUTION . Never use benzine, thinner, or any similar material. . Small dirt particles can be abrasive and damaging to the leather surfaces and should be removed promptly. Do not use saddle soap, car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents or ammonia-based cleaners as they may damage the leather ’ s natural finish. . Only use [...]

  • Page 405

    7-6 Appearance and care SAI0031 Floor mat positioning aid This model includes front floor mat brack - ets to act as floor mat positioning aids. NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model. The driver ’ s and passenger ’ s side floor mats have a grommet hole incorporated in them. Position the mat by placing the floor ma[...]

  • Page 406

    T emperature A temperature increase will accelerate the rate of corrosion to those parts which are not well ventilated. Air pollution Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt use will acc elerate the corrosion process. Road salt will also accelerate the disinte- gration of paint surfaces. TO PRO TEC[...]

  • Page 407

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

  • Page 408

    8 Maint enance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirement .................................... 8-3 Scheduled maintenance .................................. 8-3 General maintenance ....................................... 8-3 Where to go for service ................................... 8-3 General maintenance ..........................................[...]

  • Page 409

    Lights ................................................................ 8-28 Sedan ........................................................... 8-28 Coupe ........................................................... 8-29 Headlights..................................................... 8-30 Exterior and interior lights ............................. 8-3[...]

  • Page 410

    Y our 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 m[...]

  • Page 411

    8-4 Maintenance and do-it-yourself During the normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle, general maintenance should be performed regularly as prescribed in this section. If you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or smell, be sure to chec k for the cause or have an INFINITI retailer do it promptly. In addition, you should notify an INFINITI reta[...]

  • Page 412

    Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catc h or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mat away from the pedal. Automatic transmission P (Park) mec han- ism: On a fairly steep hill, check that your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the P (Park) position without applying any brakes.[...]

  • Page 413

    8-6 Maintenance and do-it-yourself dripping from the air conditioner after use is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident, check for the cause and have it corrected immediately. Power steering fluid level* and lines: Check the level when the fluid is cold, with the engine off. Check the lines for proper attachment, l[...]

  • Page 414

    . The fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced by an INFINITI retailer because the fuel lines are under high pressure even when the engine is off. CAUTION . Do not work under the hood while the engine is hot. T urn the engine off and wait until it cools down. . Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and coolant. Improperly disposed engine oi[...]

  • Page 415

    8-8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself SDI2709 VQ25HR/VQ37VHR ENGINE 1. Fuse/fusible link holder 2. Battery 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Clutc h fluid reservoir (Manual Trans- mission models) 6. Window washer fluid reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Air cleaner 9. Radiator filler cap 10. Drive belts 11. Engine coolan[...]

  • Page 416

    The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool- ant (blue) and 50% water to provide year- round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The antifreeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not neces- sar y. WARNING . [...]

  • Page 417

    8-10 Maintenance and do-it-yourself SDI2043 CHECKING ENGINE C OOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below MIN * 2 , open the reservoir tank cap and add coolant up to the MAX * 1 level. If the reservoir tank is empty, chec k the coolant level in the radiator when the engine is cold. If[...]

  • Page 418

    SDI2505 VQ25HR engine SDI2045 VQ37VHR engine CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Run the engine until it reaches operat- ing temperature. 3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 15 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all[...]

  • Page 419

    8-12 Maintenance and do-it-yourself CAUTION Make sure the correct lifting and support points are used to avoid vehicle damage. SDI2335 Two-wheel drive (2WD) models (VQ25HR/ VQ37VHR engine) Engine oil and filter 1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug. 2. Remove the oil filler cap. 3. Remove the drain plug * 1 with a wrench and completely dr[...]

  • Page 420

    CAUTION Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket remaining on the mounting surface of the engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine damage. 6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil. 7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten additionally more than 2/3 turn. Oil filter tightening torque:[...]

  • Page 421

    8-14 Maintenance and do-it-yourself When checking or replacement is required, we recommend an INFINITI retailer for servicing. CAUTION . Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S A TF . 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 d[...]

  • Page 422

    For further brake and clutch fluid informa- tion, see “ Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ” (P . 9-2) of this manual. WARNING . Use only new fluid from a sealed container. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake system. The use of improper fluids can damage the brake system and affect the vehicle ’ s stopping ability[...]

  • Page 423

    8-16 Maintenance and do-it-yourself SDI2027 WARNING Antifreeze is poisonous and should be stored carefully in marked containers out of the reach of children. Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically . Add window washer fluid when the low window washer fluid warning light comes on. T o fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the cap [...]

  • Page 424

    . Keep the batter y surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and water. . Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened. . If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative ( − ) battery terminal cable to prevent discharging it. C OUPE CAUTION When the battery c[...]

  • Page 425

    8-18 Maintenance and do-it-yourself DI0137MA Check the fluid level in each cell (Remove the batter y cover if it is necessary). It should be between the UPPER LEVEL * 1 and LOWER LEVEL * 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. SDI1480C 1. Remove [...]

  • Page 426

    CAUTION . Do not ground accessories directly to the battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the variable voltage control system and the vehicle battery may not charge completely . . Use electrical accessories with the en- gine running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery. The variable voltage control system mea- sures the amount of electrical di[...]

  • Page 427

    8-20 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself ess. If the belt is in poor condition or loose, have it replaced or adjusted by an INFINITI retailer. 2. Have the belts chec ked regularly for condition and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule in your “ INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide ” . WARNING Be sure the engine and the ignition swi[...]

  • Page 428

    Always replace spark plugs with recom- mended or equivalent ones. SDI2033 Remove the retainers * 1 as illustrated and pull out the filter element * 2 . The filter element should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance intervals. See “ INFINITI Ser- vice and Maintenance Guide ” for mainte- nance intervals. When replaci[...]

  • Page 429

    8-22 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself CLEANING If your windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or wind- shield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a washer solution or a mild detergent. Y our windshield is clean if beads do not form when rins[...]

  • Page 430

    SDI2362 Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle * A . This may cause improper windshield washer operation. If the nozzle is clogged, remove any objects with a needle or small pin * B . Be careful not to damage the nozzle. If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes chec ked by an INFINITI retailer. SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKES Y our vehicle is[...]

  • Page 431

    8-24 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself SDI1479A ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 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 [...]

  • Page 432

    SDI2034 P ASSENGER COMP ARTMENT 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 headlight[...]

  • Page 433

    8-26 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself 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 or LOCK position. 2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position. 3. Remove the fuse b[...]

  • Page 434

    5. Push the buttons two or three times to chec k its operation. See an INFINITI retailer if you need any assistance for replacement. FC C Notice: For USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FC C Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any [...]

  • Page 435

    8-28 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself JVM0099X SEDAN 1. Front turn signal light and clearance light 2. Headlight (high- and low-beam) 3. Front side marker light 4. Map light 5. Rear personal light 6. Fog light 7. Step light 8. T runk light 9. High-mounted stop light 10. License plate light 11. Back -up light 12 . Rear combination light (rear turn si[...]

  • Page 436

    SDI2702 C OUPE 1. Clearance light 2. Headlight (high- and low-beam) 3. Front turn signal light 4. Map light 5. Fog light 6. Front side marker light 7. Step light 8. High-mounted stop light (on the rear parcel shelf or in the rear spoiler)* 9. T runk light 10. License plate light 11. Back -up light 12 . Rear combination light (rear turn signal/tail/[...]

  • Page 437

    8-30 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself HEADLIGHTS Replacing Xenon headlight bulb: WARNING HIGH VOL T AGE When xenon headlights are on, they pro- duce a high voltage. T o pr event an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disas- semble. Always have your xenon headlights replaced at an INFINITI retailer. For addi- tional information, see “ Headli[...]

  • Page 438

    Coupe Item Wattage (W) Bulb No. Headlight* High/Low beams (xenon) 35 D2S Front turn signal light* 21 WY21W Front fog light* 55 H11 Clearance light* 5 W5W Front side marker light* 5 W5W Rear combination light* back -up 16 W16W turn signal 21 W21W stop/tail/side marker LED — License plate light* 5 W5W Map light 8 — V anity mirror light 2 — Step[...]

  • Page 439

    8-32 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself SDI1679 SDI2508 Map light SDI2031 Rear personal light (Sedan only) SDI2032 V anity mirror light (Type A) SDI1839 V anity mirror light (Type B)[...]

  • Page 440

    If you have a flat tire, see “ Flat tire ” (P .6- 2). 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 warning appears on the dot matri[...]

  • Page 441

    8-34 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself are at the specified level. . For additional information regard- ing tires, refer to “ Important Tire Safety Information ” (US) or “ Tire Safety Information ” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet. SDI2703 Tire and Loading Information label * 1 Seating capacity: The maximum number of occupants tha[...]

  • Page 442

    ered 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 inflation is set by the manufacturer to provide the best balance of tire wear, vehicle handling, driveabil- ity, tire noise, etc., up to the vehicle ’ s GVWR. * 5 Tire size — see “ Tire labeling ?[...]

  • Page 443

    8-36 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself Sedan: SIZE C OLD TIRE INFLA TION PRESSURE FRONT ORIGINAL TIRE P225/55R17 95V 230 kPa, 33 PSI P225/50R18 94V 230 kPa, 33 PSI 225/50R18 95W 230 kPa, 33 PSI REAR ORI- GINAL TIRE P225/55R17 95V 230 kPa, 33 PSI P225/50R18 94V 230 kPa, 33 PSI 245/45R18 96W 230 kPa, 33 PSI SP ARE TIRE T145/80D17 107M 420 kPa, 60 PSI T[...]

  • Page 444

    SDI1606 Example * 1 Tire size (example: P215/60R16 94H) 1. P: The “ P ” indicates the tire is designed for passenger vehicles. (Not all tires have this informa- tion.) 2. Three-digit number (215): This number gives the width in milli- meters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. 3. Two-digit number (60): This num- ber, known as the a[...]

  • Page 445

    8-38 Maintenanc e and do-it-yourself 4. Three-digit code: Tire type code (Optional) 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manu- facture 6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If these numbers are missing, then look on the other sidewall of the tire. * 3 Tire ply composition [...]

  • Page 446

    specified by INFINITI could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. . For additional information regarding tires, refer to “ Important Tire Safety Information ” (US) or “ Tire Safety Infor- mation ” (Canada) in the Warranty Infor- mation Booklet. All season tires INFINITI specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performanc[...]

  • Page 447

    8-40 Maintenance and do-it-yourself and performance may be adversely af- fected. Tire chains must be installed only on the rear wheels and not on the front wheels. Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY USE ONL Y spare tire. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with tire chains in such conditions can cause damage to the various mechanisms[...]

  • Page 448

    Tire rotation (Models equipped with different size tires on front and rear) Tires cannot be rotated on this vehicle, as front tires are a different size from rear tires. A pin is on the front brake rotor to prevent the rear wheels from being installed in place of the front wheels. The spare tire can be installed in place of the front and rear wheel[...]

  • Page 449

    8-42 Maintenance and do-it-yourself . 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 chec ked by a qualified technician, because some tire damage may not be obvious. Replace the tires as nece[...]

  • Page 450

    All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models CAUTION . Always use tires of the same type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or radial), and tread pattern on all four wheels. Failure to do so may result in a circumferen ce difference between tires on the front and rear axles which will cause excessive tire wear and may damage the transmission, transfer c[...]

  • Page 451

    8-44 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 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 ONL Y spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly and may cause damage to the vehicle. . Because the TEMPORARY USE ONL Y spare tire is smaller than t[...]

  • Page 452

    9 T ec hnic al and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ....... 9-2 Fuel recommendation ...................................... 9-4 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ......... 9-6 Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ............................. 9-7 Specifications ......................[...]

  • Page 453

    9-2 T echnical and consumer information The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilli ng, follow the procedur e instructed in the “ 8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended specifications US measure Imp[...]

  • Page 454

    Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “ 8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*8 Brake and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*9 or equivalent DOT 3 Multi-purpose grease Without limited slip differential ——— NLGI No. 2 (Lit[...]

  • Page 455

    9-4 T ec hnical and consumer information FUEL REC OMMENDA TION VQ25HR engine INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded premium 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 8[...]

  • Page 456

    . If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a methanol blend, is used, it should contain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.) . If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should also contain a suitable amount of appropriate cosolvents and corro- sion inhibitors. [...]

  • Page 457

    9-6 T ec hnical and consumer information limited warranty. . E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. . U.S. government regulations require ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi- fied by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for that region. STI0505 1[...]

  • Page 458

    Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used. Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is important that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil visc[...]

  • Page 459

    9-8 T ec hnical and consumer information ENGINE Model VQ25HR VQ37VHR Type Gasoline, 4-cycle Gasoline, 4-cycle Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60 8 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60 8 Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) 3.346 6 2.886 (85.0 6 73.3) 3. 760 6 3.385 (95.5 6 86.0) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 152.31 (2,496) 225.54 (3,696) Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-[...]

  • Page 460

    WHEELS AND TIRES Road wheel Sedan: Type Size Offset in (mm) Conventional 17 6 7-1/2J 1. 77 (45) 18 6 7-1/2J 1. 77 (45) Front: Rear: 18 6 7-1/2J 18 6 8-1/2J 1. 77 (45) 1. 97 (50) Spare 17 6 4T 18 6 4T 1.18 (30) 0 (0) Coupe: Type Size Offset in (mm) Conventional 18 6 8J 19 6 8-1/2J 1.69 (43) Front: Rear: 19 6 8-1/2J 19 6 9J 1.69 (43) 1. 77 (45) Spare[...]

  • Page 461

    9-10 T ec hnical and consumer information Tire Sedan: Type Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold] Conventional P225/55R17 95V 33 (230) P225/50R18 94V Front: Rear: 225/50R18 95W 245/45R18 96W Spare (T-type) T145/80D17 107M T145/70R18 107M 60 (420) Coupe: Type Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold] Conventional P225/50R18 94V 33 (230) P225/45R19 92V 35 (240) Front: [...]

  • Page 462

    DIMENSIONS in (mm) Sedan: Overall length (with front license plate) 188.1 (4,779) 189.0 (4,800)*10 Overall length (without front license plate) 187. 9 (4,773) 189.0 (4,800)*10 Overall width 69.8 (1,773) Overall height 57.2 (1,453)*1*2 57.8 (1,468)*4 Front tread 59.8 (1,520) Rear tread 59.8 (1,520)*2 60.2 (1,530)*1*3*4 Wheelbase 112.2 (2,850) Coupe:[...]

  • Page 463

    9-12 T ec hnical and consumer information STI0431 VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER (VIN) PLA TE The vehicle identification number plate is attached as shown. This number is the identification for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration. STI0492 VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER (chassis number) The number is stamped as shown in the engine c[...]

  • Page 464

    STI0493 Sedan STI0707 Coupe F .M. V .S.S./C.M. V .S.S. CER TIFICA- TION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standards (F .M. V .S.S./C.M. V .S.S.) certifica- tion label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross V ehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of[...]

  • Page 465

    9-14 T ec hnical and consumer information STI0494 TIRE AND LOADING INFORMA TION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the pillar as illustrated. STI0495 AIR C ONDITIONER SPECIFICA TION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is attached as shown.[...]

  • Page 466

    STI0696 Sedan 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. . License plate bracket . J-nut 6 2 . Screw 6 2 . Screw grommet 6 2 Only use the recommended mounting position, otherwise the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) sensor obstruction (if s[...]

  • Page 467

    9-16 T ec hnical and consumer information 5. Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia. 6. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grommet hole to add 90 8 turn onto the part * D . 7. Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket before placing the license plate bracket on the fascia. 8. Install the license plate bracket with screws. 9. Install [...]

  • Page 468

    STI0813 Coupe (except for INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Package models) C OUPE (except for INFINITI Perfor- mance Line, Aerodynamic Package models) 1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground. 2. Locate the center position indicator * A on the lower part of the grille. Measure straight down from the edge where the bumper and grille meet to t[...]

  • Page 469

    9-18 T ec hnical and consumer information 8. Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia. 9. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grommet hole to add 90 8 turn onto the part * E . 10. Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket before placing the license plate bracket on the fascia. 11. Install the license plate bracket with screws. 12. Insta[...]

  • Page 470

    STI0805 C oupe (INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Package models) C OUPE (INFINITI Performance Line, Aerodynamic Pac kage models) 1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground. 2. Temporarily fit the license plate bracket on the center of the front bumper fascia. 3. For horizontal position adjustment, place and hold the underside tab of the licens[...]

  • Page 471

    9-20 T echnical and consumer information 9. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grommet hole to add a 90 8 turn onto the part * C . 10. Install the license plate bracket with the bolts. 11. Install the license plate with bolts that are not longer than 0.55 in (14 mm). WARNING . It is extremely dangerous to ride in a car go area inside the vehi[...]

  • Page 472

    of the load (passengers and car- go) for the vehicle. This is the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information la- bel. . Cargo ca pacit[...]

  • Page 473

    9-22 T echnical and consumer information 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For exam- ple, if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehi- cle, the amount of available [...]

  • Page 474

    MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTS Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front and the rear wheels sepa- rately to determine axle loads. In- dividual axle loads should not exceed either of the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle l[...]

  • Page 475

    9-24 T echnical and consumer information dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle ’ s drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturer ’ s recommendations when using their product. Manual transmission . Always tow with the manual transmis- sion in Neutral. . Y our vehicle speed should never exceed 70 MPH (112 km/h) when flat towing your v[...]

  • Page 476

    tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire th[...]

  • Page 477

    9-26 T echnical and consumer information For USA If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the Na- tional Highway T raffic Safety Admin- istration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying INFINITI. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, [...]

  • Page 478

    A vehicle equipped with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) should never be tested using a two wheel dynamometer (such as the dynam- ometers used by some states for emissions testing), or similar equipment. Make sure you inform test facility personnel that your vehicle is equipped with AWD before it is placed on a dynamometer. Using the wrong test equipment may [...]

  • Page 479

    9-28 T echnical and consumer information (e.g. name, gender, age and crash loca- tion) are recorded. However, other part ies, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. T o read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required and access to [...]

  • Page 480

    10 Index Number 4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) system ................. 5-57 4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) warning light ....... 2-14 A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ......................... 5-54 Advanced air bag system .................................. 1-46 Air bag system Advanced air bag system ............................. 1-46 Front passenger air[...]

  • Page 481

    10-2 C Cabin air filter ................................................... 4-40 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...... 9-2 Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-89 Card holder ............................................ ........... 2-49 Cargo net retainers ........................................... 2-51 Cataly[...]

  • Page 482

    Engine start operation indicator (Manual Transmission models) .................................. 2-23 If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-10 Starting the engine ...................................... 5-13 Entry/exit function ............................................ 3-31 Event Data Recorders (EDR) .........................[...]

  • Page 483

    10-4 INFO button ........................................... ............. 4-9 Inside mirror ..................................................... 3-28 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .................... 9-27 Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-38 Instrument panel ................................................ 2-4 Intel[...]

  • Page 484

    Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3 Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ..... 3-33 Meter, Trip computer ......................................... 2-26 Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6 Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-38 Mirror Inside mirror ......................[...]

  • Page 485

    10-6 Reporting safety defects ................................... 9-26 Roadside assistance program ............................. 6-2 Rollover .............................................................. 5-6 Roof, Moonroof ................................................. 2-55 S Safety Child seat belts ........................................... 1[...]

  • Page 486

    V ehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ...... 2-42 T T achometer ............................................ ............. 2-8 T emperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................... ... 2-8 Theft (INFINITI V ehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start ...................................................... [...]

  • Page 487

    10-8 W Walk -in mechanism ............................................. 1-6 Warning Dot matrix display ....................................... 2-20 Hazard warning flasher switch ..................... 2-39 Lights .......................................................... 2-12 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ...................................[...]

  • Page 488

    MEMO 10-9[...]

  • Page 489

    FUEL REC OMMENDA TION: VQ25HR engine INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded premium 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 (Research octane number 91)[...]