VK45DE ENGINE*
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P. 8-25)
2. Battery (P. 8-17)Ð Jump starting (P. 6-7)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-12) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-16)
5. Window washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-17)
6. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-10)
7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-16)8. Radiator filler cap (P. 8-10)
Ð Vehicle overheat (P. 6-10)
9. Engine drive belt location (P. 8-19)
10. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-12)
11. Air cleaner (P. 8-21)
* Shown with the engine compartment access panels removed. For removal and replacement
instructions, see ªENGINE COMPARTMENT
CHECK LOCATIONSº in the ª8. Maintenance
and do-it-yourselfº section.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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VQ35HR ENGINE*
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P. 8-25)
2. Battery (P. 8-17)Ð Jump starting (P. 6-7) 3. Radiator filler cap (P. 8-10)
Ð Vehicle overheat (P. 6-10)
4. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-12)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-12)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-16) 7. Window washer fluid reservoir (P. 8-17)
8. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-16)
9. Air cleaner (P. 8-21)
10. Engine drive belt location (P. 8-19)
11. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-10)
* Shown with the engine compartment access
panels removed. For removal and replacement
instructions, see ªENGINE COMPARTMENT
CHECK LOCATIONSº in the ª8. Maintenance
and do-it-yourselfº section.
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WARNING
cDo not ride in a moving vehicle when the
seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous.
The shoulder belt will not be against your
body. In an accident, you could be thrown
into it and receive neck or other serious inju-
ries. You could also slide under the lap belt
and receive serious internal injuries.
c For the most effective protection when the
vehicle is in motion, the seat should be up-
right. Always sit well back in the seat with
both feet on the floor and adjust the seat
properly. See ªPRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGEº later in this section. c
After adjustment, gently rock in the seat to
make sure it is securely locked.
c Do not leave children unattended inside the
vehicle. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls. Unattended children
could become involved in serious accidents.
c The seatback should not be reclined any
more than needed for comfort. Seat belts are
most effective when the passenger sits well
back and straight up in the seat. If the seat-
back is reclined, the risk of sliding under the
lap belt and being injured is increased.
CAUTION
When adjusting the seat positions, be sure not
to contact any moving parts to avoid possible
injuries and/or damages.
FRONT SEATS
Front power seat adjustment
Operating tips :
c The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds,
then reactivate the switch.
c Do not operate the power seat switch for a
long period of time when the engine is off.
This will discharge the battery.
See ªAUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONERº in the ª3.
Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsº section for
the seat position memory function.
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4. Intelligent Key insertion indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
needs to be inserted into the Intelligent Key
port. (For example, the Intelligent Key battery is
discharged.)
If this indicator appears, insert the Intelligent
Key into the Intelligent Key port in the correct
direction. (See ªPUSH-BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCHº in the ª5. Starting and drivingº sec-
tion.)
5. Intelligent Key removal indicator
This indicator appears when the driver's door is
opened with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position and the Intelligent Key placed in the
Intelligent Key port. A key reminder chime also
sounds.
If this indicator appears, remove the Intelligent
Key from the Intelligent Key port and take it with
you when leaving the vehicle.
6. NO KEY warning
The warning appears when the door is closed
with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle
and the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is
inside the vehicle.When all the doors are closed, an outside chime
and inside warning chime will also sound.
See ªINTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEMº in the ª3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustmentsº section.
7. SHIFT ªPº warning
This warning appears when the ignition switch
is pushed to stop the engine with the selector
lever in any position except the P (Park) posi-
tion.
If this warning appears, move the selector lever
to the P (Park) position or push the ignition
switch to the ON position.
An inside warning chime will also sound.
See ªINTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEMº in the ª3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustmentsº section.
8. ªLOCKº warning
This warning appears when the selector lever is
moved to the P (Park) position with the ignition
switch in the ACC position after the SHIFT ªPº
warning appears.
To push the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, perform the following procedure:
SHIFT ªPº warning
!(Move the selector lever
to ªPº) !LOCK warning !(Push the ignition
switch !ignition switch position is turned to
ON) !LOCK warning !(Push the ignition
switch !ignition switch position is turned to
LOCK)
9. NO KEY ID indicator
This indicator appears when the ignition switch
is pushed and the Intelligent Key cannot be
recognized by the system with the ignition
switch in the LOCK position.
If this indicator appears, you cannot start the
engine. Check for the following causes and
perform remedies:
c The battery of the Intelligent Key carried with
you is discharged completely. Replace the
battery with a new one.
c The Intelligent Key carried with you is not
registered to the system. Use the registered
Intelligent Key.
c You do not have an Intelligent Key with you.
Carry an Intelligent Key with you.
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10. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery
with a new one. (See ªBATTERY REPLACEMENTº
in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº sec-
tion.)Your vehicle has two types of security systems,
as follows:
cVehicle security system
c INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual and
audio 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 components in all situations.
Always secure your vehicle even if parking for a
brief period. Never leave your Intelligent Key(s)
in the vehicle, and always lock it when unat-
tended. Be aware of your surroundings, and
park in secure, well-lit areas whenever pos-
sible.
Many devices offering additional protection,
such as component locks, identification mark-
ers, and tracking systems, are available at auto
supply stores and specialty shops. Your INFINITI
retailer may also offer such equipment. Check
with your insurance company to see if you may
be eligible for discounts for various theft pro-
tection features.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS
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Headlight beam select
s1To select the low beam, put the lever in
the neutral position as shown.
s2To select the high beam, push the lever
forward while the switch is in the
position. Pull it back to select the low
beam.
s3Pulling the lever toward you will flash the headlight high beam even when the
headlight switch is in the OFF position.
Battery saver system
c When the headlight switch is in theor
position while the ignition switch is in the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch
has been pushed to the LOCK position.
c When the headlight switch remains in the
orposition after the lights
automatically turn off, the lights will turn on
when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position.
CAUTION
c When you turn on the headlight switch again
after the lights automatically turn off, the
lights will not turn off automatically. Be sure
to turn the light switch to the OFF position
when you leave the vehicle for extended pe-
riods of time, otherwise the battery will be
discharged.
c Never leave the light switch on when the
engine is not running for extended periods of
time even if the headlights turn off
automatically.
Daytime running light system
(Canada only)
The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started with the park-
ing brake released. The daytime running lights
operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the
position. Turn the
headlight switch to the
position for full
illumination when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine
is started, the daytime running lights do not
illuminate. The daytime running lights illumi-
nate once the parking brake is released. The
daytime running lights will remain on until the
ignition switch is pushed to the LOCK position.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system is ac-
tive, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is
necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights.
Failure to do so could cause an accident injur-
ing yourself and others.
Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
The Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) will
automatically adjust the headlights (low beam)
toward the turning direction to improve the
driver's view. When the headlight switch is ON
and the driver operates the steering wheel in a
turn, the AFS system will be activated.
The AFS will operate:
c when the headlight switch is ON.
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The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
switch in any position.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of the
hazard warning flasher switch while driving.To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could
affect proper operation of the supplemental
front air bag system. Tampering with the
supplemental front air bag system may result
in serious personal injury.
CAUTION
cThe battery could run down if the seat heater
is operated while the engine is not running.
c Do not use the seat heater for extended pe-
riods or when no one is using the seat.
c Do not put anything on the seat which insu-
lates heat, such as a blanket, cushion, seat
cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
c Do not place anything hard or heavy on the
seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object.
This may result in damage to the heater.
c Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should
be removed immediately with a dry cloth.
c When cleaning the seat, never use gasoline,
thinner, or any similar materials.
c If any malfunctions are found or the heated
seat does not operate, turn the switch off
and have the system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
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HORN HEATED SEATS (rear seats) (if so
equipped)
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4. When the vehicle's interior is warmed orcooled, and/or before you leave the ve-
hicle, be sure to turn the control knob to
the OFF position (center). The indicator
light
sBon the control knob goes off at
the OFF position.
To check the air filter for the climate con-
trolled seat, contact an INFINITI retailer.
CAUTION
c The battery could run down if the climate
controlled seat is operated while the engine
is not running.
c Do not use the climate controlled seat for
extended periods or when no one is using
the seat.
c Do not put anything on the seat which insu-
lates heat, such as a blanket, cushion, seat
cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
c Do not place anything hard or heavy on the
seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object.
This may result in damage to the climate
controlled seat.
c Any liquid spilled on the seat should be re-
moved immediately with a dry cloth. c
The climate controlled seat has an air filter.
Do not operate climate controlled seat with-
out an air filter. This may result in damage to
the system.
c When cleaning the seat, never use gasoline,
thinner, or any similar materials.
c If any malfunctions are found or the climate
controlled seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked by
an INFINITI retailer.
The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system will
sound a warning chime and blink the lane
departure warning light
(orange) to alert
the driver if the vehicle is traveling close to
either the left or the right of a traveling lane
with detectable lane markers.
The LDW system activates automatically when
the ignition switch is pushed to the ON posi-
tion. (This is the automatic setting mode.) The
LDW ON indicator
s1on the switch will illumi-
nate.
To cancel the LDW system, push the LDW switch
to turn off the system. The LDW ON indicator
s1
will turn off.
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LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) SWITCH
(if so equipped)
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