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10. Cruise main switch indicator (if soequipped)/Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system main switch indicator (if so
equipped)
11. Cruise set switch indicator/Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system set switch in-
dicator
12. Parking brake warning
13. Low fuel warning
14. Lower windshield washer fluid warning
Door and liftgate open warning
This warning illuminates when a door, the liftgate
or the liftgate glass has been opened when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
Engine start operation indicator
This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch
is pushed, but not turned.
No key warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates following two condi-
tions: 1. When the ignition switch is pushed and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized by the
system. If this warning illuminates, you can-
not start the engine. Check for the following causes and perform
the assigned remedies:
– The battery of the Intelligent Key carried
with you is discharged completely. Re-
place the battery with a new one.
– The Intelligent Key carried with you is not registered to the system. Use the regis-
tered Intelligent Key.
– You do not have an Intelligent Key with you. Carry an Intelligent Key with you.
2. When the door is closed with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and the ignition
switch is in the ACC or ON position. A
chime will also sound.
Lock warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates and a chime sounds if
the ignition switch has been in the ACC or ON
position and then placed in the OFF position.
Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position
and the warning and chime will turn off.
Refer to “Shift P warning” in this section for
additional information.
SHIFT P warning ( Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or OFF position and the shift
selector is in any position other than P (Park) position. Also, a chime sounds when the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
If this warning illuminates, move the shift selector
to the P (Park) position or start the engine.
If the shift selector is moved to the P (Park)
position, the lock warning will appear. Refer to
“Lock warning” in this section.
For additional information about Intelligent Key,
see “INFINITI Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator
(Intelligent Key model)
This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery
with a new one. See “Battery replacement” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
4WD shift indicator (
model)
While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi-
cator will illuminate the position selected by the
4WD shift switch.
The 4WD shift indicator may blink while
shifting from one drive mode to the other.
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Transfer 4LO position indicator (
model)
This indicator illuminates when the 4WD shift
switch is set in the 4LO position with the ignition
switch placed in the ON position.
If the 4WD shift switch is set in the 4LO position
and the indicator blinks, stop the vehicle, drive
slowly forward and the indicator will turn on.
When you shift between 4H and 4LO, stop the
vehicle, move the shift selector to the N (Neutral)
position, then depress and turn the 4WD shift
switch to 4LO or 4H.
The transfer case may be damaged if you shift the
switch while driving.
You cannot move the transfer 4WD shift switch
between 4H and 4LO unless you have first
stopped the vehicle and moved the shift selector
to N (Neutral) . Make sure the transfer 4LO posi-
tion indicator illuminates when you shift the 4WD
shift switch to 4LO.
The indicator may blink while shifting from
one drive mode to the other.
Automatic transmission position indicator
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, this indicator shows the selector posi-tion. See “Driving the vehicle” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Cruise main switch indicator (if so
equipped)
This indicator illuminates when the cruise control
main switch is pushed. The indicator turns off
when the main switch is pushed again. When the
cruise main switch indicator illuminates, the
cruise control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator
This indicator illuminates while the vehicle speed
is controlled by the cruise control system. If the
indicator blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate the cruise control system is not function-
ing properly. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI dealer.
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
main switch indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator is displayed when the Intelligent
Cruise Control (ICC) system main switch is
pushed. When the main switch is pushed again,
the indicator turns off. While the main switch
indicator is displayed, the ICC system is opera-
tional.
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system set
switch indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator is displayed while the vehicle
speed is controlled by the Intelligent Cruise Con-
trol (ICC) system. If the indicator blinks while the
engine is running, it may indicate that the ICC
system is not functioning properly. Have the sys-
tem checked by an INFINITI dealer.
See Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system in
the “Starting and driving” section for details.
Parking brake warning
This warning illuminates when the parking brake
is set and the vehicle is driven.
Low fuel warning
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches E (Empty) .
There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches E (Empty) .
Low windshield washer fluid warning
This warning illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is at a low level. Add windshield
washer fluid as necessary. See “Window washer
fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
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recognition systems
Control panel buttons — color screen with
Navigation System.................................4-2
How to use the INFINITI controller ................4-3
How to use the touch screen ....................4-3
Start-up screen ................................4-5
How to select menus on the screen ..............4-5
How to use the STATUS button ..................4-6
How to use the INFO button .....................4-6
How to use the SETTING button ................4-11
OFF button............................. 4-18
RearView Monitor ................................ 4-18
How to read the displayed lines .................4-19
Adjusting the screen ........................... 4-19
Operating tips ................................. 4-20
Vents ........................................... 4-21
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ..............4-22
Automatic operation ........................... 4-22
Manual operation .............................. 4-23
Operating tips ................................. 4-24
Rear seat air conditioner . . . .......................4-24
Controls ...................................... 4-25
Servicing air conditioner ........................... 4-25
Audio system . . . ................................. 4-26Radio
........................................ 4-26
FM radio reception ............................ 4-26
AM radio reception ............................ 4-26
Satellite radio reception ........................ 4-27
Audio operation precautions ....................4-27
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ........................................ 4-34
CompactFlash (CF) player operation ...........4-39
Music Box™ Hard Drive audio system ............4-41
CD/CF (CompactFlash) care and cleaning ......4-50
Steering wheel switch for audio control ..........4-51
Rear audio controls ............................ 4-53
Antenna ...................................... 4-54
INFINITI mobile entertainment system (MES)
(if so equipped) .................................. 4-54
Digital video disc (DVD) player controls ..........4-56
Remote control ................................ 4-57
Flip-down screen .............................. 4-57
Before operating the DVD mobile
entertainment system .......................... 4-58
Playing a digital versatile disc (DVD) .............4-60
Remote

control operation ....................... 4-64
Care and maintenance ......................... 4-66
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Inputting characters:
Touch the letter or number key
1.
There are some options available when inputting
characters. ● Uppercase:
Shows uppercase characters.
● Lowercase:
Shows lowercase characters.
● Space:
Inserts a space. ●
Symbols:
Shows symbols such as the question mark
(?) .
● Delete:
Deletes the last inputted character with one
touch. Touch and hold the “Delete” key to
delete all of the characters.
● OK:
Completes the character input.
Touch screen maintenance
If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft
cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary, use a
small amount of neutral detergent with a soft
cloth. Never spray the screen with water or de-
tergent. Dampen the cloth first, and then wipe the
screen.
START-UP SCREEN
When you place the ignition switch in the ACC or
ON position, the SYSTEM START-UP warning is
displayed on the screen. When you read and
agree with the warning, press the ENTER button.
If you do not push the ENTER button, you will not
be able to use the navigation system.
To proceed to the next step, refer to the separate
Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
SCREEN
Vehicle functions are viewed on the center dis-
play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec-
tion 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 (for example, press the SETTING
button > then select the “Comfort & Conv.”
key) .
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Resetting the trip computer
Each item in the trip computer can be reset to 0.
Select the “Reset” key on the item that needs to
be reset using the INFINITI controller and press
the ENTER button.
To reset all of the items in the trip computer select
the “Reset ALL” key and press the ENTER button.
A confirmation screen will appear; select the
“Yes” key and press the ENTER button.
Maintenance items
Press the INFO button and select the “Mainte-
nance” key using the INFINITI controller and
press the ENTER button; the maintenance infor-
mation will be displayed on the screen.Changing the maintenance interval
Select one of the “Reminder (1 – 4)” keys using
the INFINITI controller and press the ENTER but-
ton to display the screen to change the mainte-
nance interval.
Select the “Interval” key using the INFINITI con-
troller and press the ENTER button. Use the
INFINITI controller to change the maintenance
interval, to accept the changes, press the BACK
button.
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Resetting the maintenance interval
To reset the reminder schedule (distance) to 0 mi
(km) , select the “Reset Distance” key using the
INFINITI controller and press the ENTER button.Displaying the maintenance notice re-
minder
Select the “Interval Reminder ON” key and press
the ENTER button to display the MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION automatically at the set mainte-
nance interval. The indicator light will illuminate
when it is ON.
The MAINTENANCE NOTICE screen will be au-
tomatically displayed as shown when both of the
following conditions are met:● The vehicle is driven the set distance and the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. ●
The ignition switch is placed in the ON po-
sition the next time the vehicle will be driven.
To return to the previous display after the MAIN-
TENANCE NOTICE screen is displayed, press
the BACK button.
The MAINTENANCE NOTICE screen displays
each time the key is turned ON until one of the
following conditions are met: ● The “Reset” key is selected.
● The “Interval Reminder ON” key is set to
OFF (indicator light not illuminated) .
● The maintenance interval is set again.
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Repeatedly press the SUBTITLE button to cycle
through each available subtitle.
AUDIO:
Press the AUDIO button to call up the audio
menu.
Repeatedly press the AUDIO button to cycle
through each available audio track.
ANGLE:
Press the ANGLE button to call up the camera
angle menu.
Repeatedly press the ANGLE button to cycle
through each available angle.
CLEAR:
Press the CLEAR button to clear all numeric
inputs, if actuated prior to expiration of the
3-second timer.
NUMERIC KEYPAD (0–9 &≥10):
Press the NUMERIC KEYPAD to directly access
disc chapters, titles or tracks by inputting their
numeric value.
Use the “≥10” button to input numbers greater
than or equal to 10. Up to 3 digits can be inputted
when selecting the chapter/title/track number. The subsequent actuation of numeric buttons will
continuously shift the previously input number to
the “left”.
The chapter/title/track number will be automati-
cally selected (if valid, based on media content) if
3 seconds expire without any keypad inputs.
The operator can cancel the input
chapter/title/track number by actuating the
CLEAR control prior to the expiration of the
3-second timer.
These functions can be used only for the DVD
discs which correspond to them.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Use a lightly dampened, lint free cloth to clean the
surfaces of your INFINITI Mobile Entertainment
System (DVD player face, screen, remote control,
etc.) .
Do not attempt to use the system in extreme
temperature conditions [below -4°F (-20°C) or
above 158°F (70°C)].
Do not attempt to operate the system in extreme
humidity conditions (less than 10% or more than
75%) .
CAUTION
●
Do not use any solvents or cleaning
solutions when cleaning the video
system.
● Do not use excessive force on the moni-
tor screen.
● Avoid touching or scratching the moni-
tor screen as it may become dirty or
damaged.
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