2003 INFINITI G35 check engine light

2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel ....................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ................................ 2-4
Tachometer .......................................................... 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................... 2-5
Fuel gauge ........................................................... 2-5
Compass display ...................................................... 2-6
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........ 2-9
Checking bulbs ..................................................... 2-9
Warning lights....................................................... 2-9
Indicator lights .................................................... 2-11
Audible reminders .............................................. 2-13
Security systems ..................................................... 2-13
Vehicle security system ...................................... 2-13
Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer System ................... 2-14
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...................... 2-16
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch ....................................................... 2-16
Headlight and turn signal switch ............................. 2-17
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) ..................... 2-17
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-17
Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-19
Fog light switch ....................................................... 2-20
Hazard warning flasher switch ................................ 2-20 Horn......................................................................... 2-21
Heated seats (if so equipped) ................................. 2-21
Vehicle dynamics control (VDC) off switch ............ 2-22
Clock ....................................................................... 2-23
Adjusting the time............................................... 2-23
Power outlet ............................................................ 2-23
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (accessory) ............... 2-24
Storage .................................................................... 2-25
Instrument pocket (Except for Navigation system
equipped models) ............................................... 2-25
Pocket (Manual transmission model) ................. 2-25
Glasses case ...................................................... 2-26
Cup holder .......................................................... 2-26
Glove box ........................................................... 2-27
Upper glove box (Except for Navigation system
equipped models) ............................................... 2-28
Console box ....................................................... 2-28
Rear armrest pocket ........................................... 2-29
Cargo net............................................................ 2-29
Coat hook (Coupe) ............................................. 2-30
Stowing golf bags ............................................... 2-30
Windows .................................................................. 2-31
Power windows .................................................. 2-31
Automatic adjusting function (Coupe) ................ 2-33
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or Anti-lock brake warning light Low washer fluid warning light High beam indicator light (Blue)
Automatic transmission check warning
light Seat belt warning light Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
or Brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Slip indicator light
Charge warning light or Automatic transmission posi-
tion indicator light Vehicle dynamics control off indicator
light
Door open warning light Cruise main switch indicator light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning light Cruise set switch indicator light
CHECKING BULBS Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition
key to ON without starting the engine. The
following lights will come on:
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The following lights come on briefly and then
go off:
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If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the elec-
trical system. Have the system repaired
promptly. WARNING LIGHTS
or Anti-lock brake
warning lightIf the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock brake
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked by your INFINITI retailer.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the
anti-lock function will cease but the ordinary
brakes will continue to operate normally.
If the light comes on while you are driving,
contact your INFINITI retailer for repair. Automatic transmission check
warning light When the ignition switch is turned ON, the light
comes on for 2 seconds. If the light blinks for
approximately 8 seconds, it may indicate the
automatic transmission system is not function-
ing properly. Have your INFINITI retailer check
and repair the transmission.
or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition key is in the ON position, the
light comes on when the parking brake is
applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
The light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid
as necessary. See ªBrake fluidº in the ª8.
Do-it-yourselfº section.
WARNINGO Your brake system may not be work-
ing properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for re-
pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle
towed because driving it could be
dangerous.
O Pressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake fluid level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as greater pedal
travel.
O If the brake fluid level is below the
MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir,
do not drive until the brake system
has been checked at an INFINITI re-
tailer.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warning system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
ABS component warning light:
The electronic component of ABS does not
work properly, if the light comes on together
with the anti-lock brake warning light when the
brake fluid is correct and the parking brake is
released. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer. Drive vehicle at speeds and
avoid abrupt braking.
Charge warning light If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate that the charging sys-
tem is not functioning properly. Turn the en-
gine off and check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or if the light remains
on, see your INFINITI retailer immediately.
CAUTION Do not continue driving if the belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors are
not closed securely while the ignition key is
ON.
Engine oil pressure warning
light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If
the light flickers or comes on during normal
driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the
engine immediately and call an INFINITI re-
tailer or other authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. See ªEngine
oilº in the ª8. Do-it-yourselfº section.
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CAUTIONRunning the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Turn off the engine as soon
as it is safe to do so.
Low washer fluid warning
lightThis light comes on when the washer tank fluid
is at a low level. Add washer fluid as neces-
sary. See ªWindow washer fluidº in the ª8.
Do-it-yourselfº section.
Seat belt warning light and
chimeThe light and chime remind you to fasten seat
belts. The light illuminates whenever the igni-
tion key is turned to ON, and will remain
illuminated until the driver's seat belt is fas-
tened.
See ªSeat beltsº in the ª1. Seats, restraints and
supplemental air bag systemsº section for pre-
cautions on seat belt usage. Supplemental air bag warning
light After turning the ignition key to the ON posi-
tion, the supplemental air bag warning light will
illuminate. The supplemental air bag warning
light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the
system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
supplemental front air bag, supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys-
tems, and pre-tensioner seat belt need servic-
ing and your vehicle must be taken to your
nearest authorized INFINITI retailer.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemen-
tal Restraint System and/or the pre-tensioner
seat belt may not function properly. For addi-
tional information, see ªSupplemental restraint
systemº in the ª1. Seats, restraints and supple-
mental air bag systemsº section. WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the supplemen-
tal front air bag, supplemental side air
bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys-
tems and/or pre-tensioner seat belt sys-
tem will not operate in an accident.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
or Automatic
transmission
position indicator
light When the ignition key is turned to the ON
position, the indicator in the tachometer shows
the automatic transmission selector lever po-
sition. See ªDriving with automatic transmis-
sionº in the ª5. Starting and drivingº section.
Cruise main switch indicator
light The light comes on when the cruise control
main switch is pushed. The light goes out
when the main switch is pushed again. When
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on, the cruise control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator
lightThe light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the
light blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate the cruise control system is not func-
tioning properly. Have the system checked by
your INFINITI retailer.
High beam indicator light
(Blue)This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on and goes out when the low beam is
selected.
Malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is running, it
may indicate a potential emission control mal-
function.
The malfunction indicator lamp may also come
on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or
missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel.
Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the ve- hicle has at least three gallons (14 liters) of fuel
in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the lamp should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
Operation
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in
one of two ways:
O Malfunction indicator lamp on steady Ð An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If
the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten
or install the cap and continue to drive the
vehicle. The lamp should turn off after
a few driving trips. If the lamp does
not turn off after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the retailer.
O Malfunction indicator lamp blinking Ð An
engine misfire has been detected which
may damage the emission control system.
To reduce or avoid emission control system
damage:
a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
c) Avoid steep uphill grades. d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator lamp may stop
blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
CAUTION Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage to
the emission control system.
Slip indicator light This indicator will blink when the VDC system
or the traction control system is operating, thus
alerting the driver to the fact that the road
surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing
its traction limits.
Vehicle dynamics control off
indicator light The light comes on when the vehicle dynamics
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How to activate the vehicle security
system 1. Close all windows.
The system can be activated even if the
windows are open.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close and lock all doors, hood and trunk lid.
Lock all doors by pressing the LOCK button
on the keyfob. When using the keyfob, the
hazard indicators flash twice to indicate all
doors are locked. 4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator light
comes on. The SECURITY indicator light
glows for about 30 seconds and then blinks.
The system is now activated. If, during this
30 second time period, the door is unlocked
by the key or the keyfob, or the ignition key
is turned to ACC or ON, the system will not
activate.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood and trunk lid locked
and ignition key off. Turn the ignition key to
ACC to turn off the system.
Vehicle security system operation The security system will give the following
alarm:
O The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
O The alarm automatically turns off after ap-
proximately 1 minute. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again. The alarm can be shut off by unlock-
ing a door with the key, or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the keyfob.
The alarm is activated by:
O Opening the door without using the key or
keyfob. O Opening the trunk lid without using the key
or keyfob.
O Opening the hood.
How to stop alarm The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door
with the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK
button on keyfob. The alarm will not stop if the
ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by your
INFINITI retailer.
INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM The Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer System
key.
If the engine fails to start using the registered
Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer System key, it may
be due to interference caused by another
Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer System key, an
automated toll road device or automated pay-
ment device on the key ring. Restart the en-
gine using the following procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.SIC1442
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1. Pull the hood lock release handle
j 1
lo-
cated below the instrument panel; the hood
will then spring up slightly.
2. Raise the lever
j 2
at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Insert the assist bar into the slot
j 3
in the
front edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, reset the assist bar
to its original position, then slowly close the
hood and make sure it locks into place.
WARNING O Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.
O If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood. WARNING O Do not drive with the trunk lid open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See ªPrecautions when starting and
drivingº in the ª5. Starting and driv-
ingº section for exhaust gas.
O 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 locked with the
trunk closed when not in use, and
prevent children's access to car keys. SPA1423
HOOD TRUNK LID
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O Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
O Maintenance items should be checked pe-
riodically, e.g., each time you check engine
oil.
O Check that all windows and lights are clean.
O Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also, check tires for proper
inflation.
O Lock all doors.
O Position seat and adjust head restraints.
O Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
O Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
O Check the operation of warning lights when
key is turned to the ON (3) position. 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Automatic transmission:
Move the selector lever to P (Park) or N
(Neutral). (P preferred.)
The starter is designed not to operate if the
selector lever is in one of the driving posi-
tions.
Manual transmission:
Move the shift lever to N (Neutral) position,
and depress the clutch pedal to the floor
while cranking the engine.
The starter is designed not to operate un-
less the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
3. Crank the engine with your foot off the
accelerator pedal by turning the ignition
key to START. Release the key when the
engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails
to run, repeat the above procedure.
O If the engine is very hard to start in ex-
tremely cold weather or when restarting,
depress the accelerator pedal a little (ap-
proximately 1/5 to the floor) and hold it then
crank the engine. Release the key and the
accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
O If the engine is very hard to start because it
is flooded, depress the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Crank the
engine for 5 to 6 seconds. After cranking
the engine, release the accelerator pedal.
Crank the engine with your foot off the
accelerator pedal by turning the ignition
key to START. Release the key when the
engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails
to run, repeat the above procedure.
CAUTION Do not operate the starter for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine does
not start, turn the key off and wait 10
seconds before cranking again, other-
wise the starter could be damaged.
4. Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after starting. Drive at moderate
speed for a short distance first, especially in
cold weather.BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting and driving
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