2010 INFINITI FX fuel consumption

TRIP COMPUTER
Switches for the trip computer are located on
the right side of the combination meter panel.
To operate the trip computer, push the switches
as shown above.
Aswitch
Bswitch
When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, modes of the trip computer can be
selected by pushing the
switchA.
Each time the
switchAis pushed, the
display will change as follows: Current fuel consumption
→Average fuel con-
sumption and speed →Elapsed time and trip
odometer →Distance to empty (dte) →Outside
air temperature (ICY) →Setting →Warning
check
1. Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption mode shows the
current fuel consumption.
2. Average fuel consumption (MPG or
l (liter)/100 km) and speed (MPH or
km/h)
Fuel consumption :
The average fuel consumption mode shows the
average fuel consumption since the last reset.
Resetting is done by pushing the
switch
Bfor longer than 1 second. (The average speed
is also reset at the same time.)
The display is updated every 30 seconds. At
about the first 1/3 mile (500 m) after a reset, the
display shows “——”.
Speed :
The average speed mode shows the average
vehicle speed since the last reset. Resetting is
done by pushing the
switchBfor longer than 1 second. (The average fuel consumption is
also reset at the same time.)
The display is updated every 30 seconds. The
first 30 seconds after a reset, the display shows
“——”.
3. Elapsed time and trip odometer
(mls or km)
Elapsed time :
The elapsed time mode shows the time since
the last reset. The displayed time can be reset
by pushing the
switchBfor longer than
1 second. (The trip odometer is also reset at the
same time.)
Trip odometer :
The trip odometer mode shows the total dis-
tance the vehicle has been driven since the last
reset. Resetting is done by pushing the
switchBfor longer than 1 second. (The
elapsed time is also reset at the same time.)
4. Distance to empty
(dte — mls or km)
The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you
with an estimation of the distance that can be
driven before refueling. The dte is constantly
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HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
SCREEN
Vehicle functions are viewed on the display
screen in menus. To select each key item,
highlight the preferred item using the INFINITI
controller and push the ENTER button.
Whenever a menu selection is made or menu
item is highlighted, different areas on the
screen provide you with important information.
See the following for details.
1. Header:
Shows the path used to get to the current
screen.
2. Menu Selections:
Shows the options to choose within that
menu screen.
3. UP/DOWN Movement indicator:
Shows that the INFINITI controller may be
used to move UP/DOWN on the screen and
select more options.
4. Menu Items Counter:
Shows the total number of items listed
across all pages for the current menu.
5. Footer/Information Line:
Provides more information (if available)
about the menu selection currently high-
lighted.
HOW TO USE STATUS BUTTON
To display the status of the audio, air condi-
tioner system, fuel consumption and navigation
system (if so equipped), push the STATUS but-
ton. The following information will appear when
the STATUS button is pushed repeatedly.
Audio and Air conditioner system→Audio and
fuel economy →Audio and Navigation system
(if so equipped)
HOW TO USE BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
AND DISPLAY ON/OFF BUTTON
Push the “OFF” button to switch the
display brightness to the daytime mode or the
nighttime mode, and to adjust the display
brightness using the INFINITI controller while
the indicator is displayed at the bottom of the
screen.
The display brightness can also be adjusted
using the brightness UP button (+)or bright-
ness DOWN button ().
Push and hold the “
OFF” button for more
than 2 seconds to turn the display off. Push the
button again to turn the display on.
VEHICLE INFORMATION AND SETTINGS
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Fuel Economy information
The distance to empty, average fuel economy
and current fuel economy will be displayed for
reference.
To reset the average fuel economy (Avg Fuel
Econ), select the “Reset Fuel Eco” or “Reset”
key.
If the “Fuel Eco History” or “View” key is
selected, the average fuel consumption history
will be displayed in graph form along with the
average for the previous Reset-to-Reset period.
The unit can be converted between “US” and
“Metric”. (See “HOW TO USE SETTING BUTTON”
later in this section.)
The fuel economy information may differ from
the information displayed on the vehicle infor-
mation display. This is due to the timing differ-
ence in updating the information and does not
indicate a malfunction.
SAA2479
With navigation system
SAA2480
SAA2828
Without navigation system
SAA2721
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●If a methanol blend is used, it should contain
no more than 5% methanol (methyl alcohol,
wood alcohol). It should also contain a suit-
able amount of appropriate cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors. If not properly formu-
lated with appropriate cosolvents and corro-
sion inhibitors, such methanol blends may
cause fuel system damage and/or vehicle
performance problems. At this time, suffi-
cient data is not available to ensure that all
methanol blends are suitable for use in
INFINITI vehicles.
If any undesirable driveability problems such as
engine stalling or hard hot starting are experi-
enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme-
diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel
with a low blend of MTBE.
Take care not to spill gasoline during refueling.
Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint
damage.
E-85 fuel
E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can
only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do
not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern-
ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispens-
ing pumps to be identified by a small, square, orange and black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percentage for that
region.
Aftermarket fuel additives
INFINITI does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (Example: fuel injec-
tor cleaner, octane booster, intake valve de-
posit removers, etc.) which are sold commer-
cially. Many of these additives intended for
gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain
active solvent or similar ingredients that can be
harmful to the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
lower than recommended above can cause per-
sistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark knock is a
metallic rapping noise.) If severe, this can lead
to engine damage. If you detect a persistent
heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of
the stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed on
level roads, have an INFINITI retailer correct the
condition. Failure to correct the condition is mis-
use of the vehicle, for which INFINITI is not re-
sponsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,
after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause
excessive fuel consumption or damage to theengine. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked at an
INFINITI retailer or other competent service fa-
cility.
However, now and then you may notice light
spark knock for a short time while accelerating
or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern,
because you get the greatest fuel benefit when
there is light spark knock for a short time under
heavy engine load.
CAUTION
●
Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85
fuel. Using E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifi-
cally designed for E-85 fuel can damage fuel
system components and is not covered by
the INFINITI new vehicle 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 identified by a
small, square, orange and black label with
the common abbreviation or the appropriate
percentage for that region.
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-76
Adaptive front lighting system (AFS) .....2-38
Advanced air bag system ...........1-45
Aiming control, Adaptive front lighting
system (AFS) ................. .2-38
Air bag system Advanced air bag system .........1-45
Front passenger air bag and status
light ..................... 1-47
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system .......1-50
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover supplemental air bag system . . 1-50
Air bag warning labels .............1-53
Air bag warning light ..........1-53 , 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter ...........8-19
Air conditioner Advanced Climate Control System
(ACCS) ................... .4-44
Air conditioner service ..........4-46
Air conditioner specification label ....9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .......4-46
Automatic climate control ........4-40
In-cabin microfilter ............4-45
Operation (See automatic climate
control) ................... 4-40
Alarm, How to stop alarm
(see vehicle security system) .........2-31Alcohol, drugs and driving
...........5-7
All-wheel drive (AWD) .............5-69
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light .....2-13
Antenna .................... .4-90
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-76
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light ...................... .2-13
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ..........7-2
Interior appearance care ..........7-4
Armrest .................... .1-12
Around view monitor .............4-28
Audible reminders .............. .2-20
Audio operation precautions .........4-46
Audio system ................. .4-46
Audio system, Steering wheel audio
controls .................... .4-89
Auto closure .................. .3-17
Autolight

system ............... .2-36
Automatic Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-13
Climate control .............. 4-40
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-13
Automatic door locks ..............3-5
Automatic drive positioner ..........3-25
Automatic seat positioner ...........3-25
Average fuel consumption and speed . . . .2-27
Avoiding collision and rollover .........5-5 B
Back door (See lift gate) ............3-16
Battery ..................... .8-15
Battery Battery saver system ............2-37
Intelligent Key ............... 8-23
Variable voltage control system . ....8-17
Before starting the engine ...........5-12
Belts (See drive belts) .............8-17
Bluetooth hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ......4-104
Booster seats ................. .1-35
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-76
Brake fluid ................. 8-14
Brake system ................ 5-73
Parking brake operation ..........5-17
Brake warning light ............. .2-13
Break-in schedule .............. .5-68
Brightness control and display ON/OFF
button ...................... .4-7
Brightness control, Instrument panel . . . .2-39
Bulb check/instrument panel . . . . . . . . .2-12
Bulb replacement .............. .8-25
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C
Cabin air filter ................ .4-45
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................. .9-2
Car phone or CB radio ............4-103
Card holder .................. .2-49
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .2-50
Cargo cover .................. .2-51
Cargo light .................. .2-60
Cargo net ................... .2-50
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst . . . .5-2
Center multi-function control panel ......4-2
Child restraints ................ .1-20
Child restraints Booster seats ............... .1-35
Installation using LATCH .........1-25
Installation using the seat belts .....1-29
LATCH system ............... 1-22
Precautions on child restraints ......1-20
Top tether strap .............. 1-24
Child safety .................. .1-15
Child safety rear door lock ...........3-6
Chimes Audible reminders .............2-20
Seat belt warning light and chime ....2-17
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ..........8-22
Cleaning exterior and interior ......7-2 , 7-4
Climate control Automatic climate control .........4-40
Clock ..................... .2-45
Coat hooks .................. .2-49
Cockpit ..................... .2-2
Cold weather driving ............. .5-80Command (See Bluetooth
Hands-Free
Phone System) ............4-105 , 4-121
Compact Disc (CD) player
(See audio system) ............. .4-63
Compact spare tire ............. .8-38
Compass .................... .2-9
Console box ..................2-48
Continuous

Damping Control .........5-72
Controller, Center multi-function control
panel ...................... .4-4
Controls Control panel button (display) .......4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(See automatic climate control) .....4-40
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .................. .9-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-10
Checking engine coolant level ......8-9
Corrosion protection ..............7-6
Cover, Cargo cover .............. .2-51
Cruise control ................. .5-26
Cruise control, Fixed speed cruise control
(on ICC system) ................ .5-45
Cruise indicator ............... .2-24
Cup holders .................. .2-46
Current fuel consumption ...........2-27
D
Daytime running light system ........2-38
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............2-35
Dimensions .................. .9-10
Display cleaning ................ .4-5Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel)
................. .4-2
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system . . . .5-49
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
switch indicator ............... .2-25
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light ................. .2-14
Distance to empty .............. .2-27
Door/lift gate open warning .........2-24
Dot matrix liquid crystal display .......2-21
Drive belts ................... .8-17
Drive positioner ............... .3-25
Driving All-wheel drive (AWD) ...........5-69
Cold weather driving ...........5-80
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-13
On-pavement and off-road driving ....5-5
Precautions when starting and driving . . 5-2
Safety precautions .............5-7
DS (Drive Sport) mode .............5-15
E
Economy, Fuel ................ .5-68
Elapsed time ................. .2-27
Elapsed

time and trip odometer .......2-27
Emission control information label ......9-12
Emission control system warranty ......9-29
Engine Before starting the engine .........5-12
Break-in schedule ............. 5-68
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................9-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-10
Changing engine oil and filter . . . . . . 8-11
10-2
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