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 en-
gine is running, it may indicate the cruise
control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI dealer.
Front passenger air bag
status lightThe front passenger air bag status light,
located on the center display, will be lit
and the passenger front air bag will be off
depending on how the front passenger
seat is being used.
For front passenger air bag status light
operation, see ªINFINITI advanced air bag
systemº in the ª1. Safety Ð Seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint systemº
section of this manual.
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 (MIL)
comes on steady or blinks while the en-
gine is running, it may indicate a poten-
tial emission control malfunction.
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 vehicle 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 emis-
sion control system malfunction exists.
If this indicator lamp comes on steady for
20 seconds and then blinks for 10 sec-
onds when the engine is not running, it
indicates that the vehicle is not ready for
an emission control system inspection/
maintenance test. See ªReadiness for
inspection/maintenance (I/M) testº in the
ª9. Technical and consumer informationº
section of this manual.
Operation
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in one of two ways:
O Malfunction indicator lamp on steady
Ð An emission control system mal-
function 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
INFINITI dealer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the re-
tailer.
O Malfunction indicator lamp blinking Ð
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission con-
trol system. To reduce or avoid emis-
sion control system damage:
a) Do not drive at speeds above 45
MPH (72 km/h).
b) Avoid hard acceleration or decel-
eration.
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.
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Have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI dealer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the re-
tailer.
CAUTIONContinued vehicle operation without having
the emission control system checked and re-
paired as necessary could lead to poor drive-
ability, reduced fuel economy, and possible
damage to the emission control system.
Slip indicator lightThe light will blink when the vehicle dy-
namic control (VDC) system is operating,
thus alerting the driver to the fact that the
road surface is slippery and the vehicle is
nearing its traction limits.
This light also comes on when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the ON position.
The light will turn off if the VDC is opera-
tional.
Snow mode indicator light
(if so equipped)When selecting SNOW mode while the en-
gine is running, this light will illuminate. See ªSNOW MODE SWITCHº in the ª2. In-
struments and controlsº section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights The light flashes when the turn signal
switch lever or hazard switch is turned
on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light The light comes on when the vehicle dy-
namic control (VDC) off switch is pushed
to OFF. This indicates that the VDC system
is not operating.
This light also comes on when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the ON position.
The light will turn off if the VDC system is
operational.
When the VDC off indicator light and slip
indicator light come on with the VDC sys-
tem turned on, this light alerts the driver
to the fact that the VDC system fail-safe
mode is operating and the system may
not be functioning properly. Have the sys-
tem checked by an INFINITI dealer. If a
malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC
system function will be canceled but the
vehicle is still driveable. For additional in- formation, see ªVehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) systemº in the ª5. Starting and
drivingº section of this manual.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chime The chime will sound if the driver's side
door is opened while the key is left in the
ignition switch (ignition switch is turned
off). Remove the key and take it with you
when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime The chime will sound when the front door
is opened with the headlight switch on
unless the ignition switch is in the ON po-
sition.
Make sure to turn the light switch off
when you leave the vehicle.
Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a brake pad requires re-
placement, it will make a high pitched
scraping sound when the vehicle is in mo-
tion whether or not the brake pedal is de-
pressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is
heard.
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Your vehicle has two types of security
systems, as follows:
O Vehicle Security System
O INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by
the security indicator light.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM The vehicle security system provides vi-
sual and audible alarm signals if
someone opens the doors, hood, or trunk
lid when the system is armed. It is not,
however, a motion detection type system that activates when a vehicle is moved or
when a vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
theft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your keys in the vehicle, and
always lock it when unattended. Be aware
of your surroundings, and park in secure,
well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protec-
tion, such as component locks, identifica-
tion markers, and tracking systems, are
available at auto supply stores and spe-
cialty shops. An INFINITI dealer may also
offer such equipment. Check with your in-
surance company to see if you may be eli-
gible for discounts for various theft pro-
tection features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system 1. Close all windows.
The system can be armed even if the win-
dows are open.
2. O Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
O Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position or remove the mechanical
key from the ignition switch (Intelli-
gent Key equipped model).SIC2132 SIC2564
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3. Close and lock all doors, hood and
trunk lid.
Lock all doors by pushing the LOCK
button on the keyfob, the Intelli-
gent Key or by pushing any front door
handle request switch or turning the
door key. When using the remote key-
less entry, the hazard indicators will
operate as shown in ªRemote keyless
entry systemº or ªIntelligent Key
systemº in the ª3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustmentsº section.
4. Confirm that the security indicator
light
q A
comes on. The security indica-
tor light glows for about 30 seconds
and then blinks. The system is now
armed. If, during this 30-second time
period, the door is unlocked by the
key, the remote keyless entry or the
front door request switch, or the igni-
tion switch is turned to the ACC or ON
position, the system will not be
armed.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will be
armed with all doors, hood and trunk lid
locked and ignition switch off. Turn the ig-
nition switch to the ACC position to turn off
the system. Vehicle security system activation The security system will give the following
alarm:
O The headlights blink and the horn
sounds intermittently.
O The alarm automatically turns off after
approximately 50 seconds. However,
the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is
tampered with again. The alarm can
be shut off by unlocking a door with
the key, by pushing any front door
handle request switch or by pushing
the UNLOCK button on the keyfob
or Intelligent Key.
The alarm is activated by:
O Opening the door without using the
key or keyfob or Intelligent Key.
O Opening the trunk lid without using
the keyfob or Intelligent Key.
O Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm The alarm will stop only by unlocking a
door with the key, by pushing any door
handle request switch or by pushing the
UNLOCK button on keyfob or Intelli-
gent Key. The alarm will not stop if the ig- nition switch is turned to the ACC or ON
position.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by an
INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered key.
If the engine fails to start using the regis-
tered key (for example, when interference
is caused by another registered key, an
automated toll road device or automated
payment device on the key ring), restart
the engine using the following proce-
dures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON po-
sition for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or
LOCK position and wait approximately
10 seconds.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
4. Restart the engine while holding the
device (which may have caused the in-
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terference) separate from the regis-
tered key.
If this procedure allows the engine to
start, INFINITI recommends placing the
registered key on a separate key ring
to avoid interference from other de-
vices.
Statement related to section 15 of FCC
rules for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System (CONT ASSY-BCM, ANT ASSY-
IMMOBILIZER)
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful in-
terference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-
PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RE-
SPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID
THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT. Security indicator light If INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, indicator light
q A
will re-
main on while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
If the light still remains on and/or the en-
gine will not start, see an INFINITI dealer
for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
service as soon as possible. Bring all reg-
istered keys that you have when visiting
an INFINITI dealer for service. The windshield wiper and washer oper-
ates when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper
at the following speed:
q 1
Intermittent Ð intermittent operation
can be adjusted by turning the knob
toward
q A
(Slower) or
q B
(Faster). Also,
the intermittent operation speed varies
in accordance with the vehicle speed.
(For example, when the vehicle speed
is high, the intermittent operation
speed will be faster.) SIC2564 SIC2821
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q 2
Low Ð continuous low speed opera-
tion
q 3
High Ð continuous high speed opera-
tion
Push the lever up
q 4
to have one sweep
operation of the wiper.
Pull the lever toward you
q 5
to operate
the washer. Then the wiper will also oper-
ate several times.
CAUTIONO Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
O Do not operate the washer if the reser-
voir tank is empty.
O Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
O Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer's recom- mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water.
WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and ob-
scure your vision which may lead to an acci-
dent. Warm the windshield with the de-
froster before you wash the windshield.
To defog/defrost the rear window glass
and outside mirrors, start the engine and
push the switch
q 1
on. The indicator light
q A
will come on. Push the switch again to
turn the defroster off.
It will automatically turn off in approxi-
mately 15 minutes.
CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear win-
dow, be careful not to scratch or damage the
rear window defroster. SIC2565
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR
DEFROSTER SWITCH
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XENON HEADLIGHTS
WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE
O When xenon headlights are on, they pro-
duce a high voltage. To prevent an elec-
tric shock, never attempt to modify or
disassemble. Always have your xenon
headlights replaced at an INFINITI
dealer.
O Xenon headlights provide considerably
more light than conventional headlights.
If they are not correctly aimed, they
might temporarily blind an oncoming
driver or the driver ahead of you and
cause a serious accident. If headlights
are not aimed correctly, immediately
take your vehicle to an INFINITI dealer
and have the headlights adjusted
correctly. When the xenon headlight is initially
turned on, its brightness or color varies
slightly. However, the color and bright-
ness will soon stabilize.
O The life of xenon headlights will be
shortened by frequent on-off opera-
tion. It is generally desirable not to
turn off the headlights for short inter-
vals (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 headlights is not reduced.
O If a xenon headlight bulb is close to
burning out, the brightness will drasti-
cally decrease, the light will start
blinking, or the color of the light will
become reddish. If one or more of the
above signs appear, contact an INFINITI
dealer.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Lighting
q 1
Turn the switch to the position:
The front park, side marker, tail, li-
cense plate and instrument lights will
come on.
q 2
Turn the switch to the position:
Headlights will come on and all the
other lights remain on. SIC2227
Type AHEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
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CAUTIONUse the headlights with the engine running
to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the head-
lights to be set so they turn on and off
automatically.
To set the autolight system:
1. Make sure the headlight switch is in
the AUTO
q 1
position.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON po-
sition.
3. The autolight system automatically
turns the headlights on and off. To turn the autolight system off, turn the
switch to the OFF, or position.
The autolight system can turn on the
headlights automatically when it is dark,
turn off the headlights when it is light,
and keep the headlights on for up to 45
seconds after you turn the ignition switch
to the OFF position and open any door
then close all the doors.
If the ignition switch is turned off and one
of the doors is opened and this condition
is continued, the headlights remain on for
5 minutes.SIC2228
Type B SIC2229
Autolight system
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