
Sunshade
Open and close the sunshade by sliding it for-
ward or backward.
If the moonroof does not close
Have your INFINITI dealer check and repair the
moonroof.The interior light has a three-position switch and
operates regardless of ignition switch position.
When the switch is in the ON position
1, the
interior lights illuminate, regardless of door posi-
tion. The lights will go off after about 30 minutes
unless the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position. When the switch is in the DOOR position
2, the
interior lights and puddle lights will stay on for
about 30 seconds when:
● The doors are unlocked by the keyfob, a key
or the power door lock switch while all doors
are closed and the ignition switch is in the
OFF position.
● The driver’s door is opened and then closed
while the key is removed from the ignition
switch.
● The key is removed from the ignition switch
while all doors are closed.
The lights will turn off while the 30-second timer
is activated when: ● The driver’s door is locked by the keyfob, a
key, or the power door lock switch.
● The ignition switch is turned ON.
When the switch is in the OFF position
3, the
interior lights do not illuminate, regardless of door
position. The puddle lights come on when any
front or rear passenger door is opened.
The lights will turn off automatically after 30 min-
utes while doors are open to prevent the battery
from becoming discharged.
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OPERATING THE POWER LIFT
GATE
NOTE:
To open, close or reverse the power lift
gate, the shift selector must be in P (Park) .
Also, the power lift gate will not operate if
battery voltage is low. Additionally, the
glass hatch must be fully closed in order to
open, close or reverse the power liftgate.Power Open:
The power lift gate automatically moves from the
fully closed position to the fully open position in
approximately5–8seconds. The power open
feature can be activated by the switch on the
keyfob, the instrument panel switch and by the
outside opener handle. The hazard lights flash
and a chime sounds to indicate the power open
sequence has been started. ●
The lift gate can be opened by the instru-
ment panel switch and the keyfob even if the
vehicle is locked. The lift gate will individually
unlock and open. Once the lift gate is
closed, its lock will align to the vehicle’s lock
or unlock status.
● The keyfob button must be held for 0.5 sec-
onds before the lift gate opens.
● The lift gate must be unlocked to open it with
the outside opener handle.
● The switch on the rear pillar cannot be used
to open the lift gate.
A warning chime will sound if the shift selector is
moved out of P (Park) during a power open
operation.
Power Close:
The power lift gate automatically moves from the
fully open position to the secondary position.
When the lift gate reaches the secondary posi-
tion, the cinching motor engages and pulls the lift
gate to its primary latch position. Power close
takes approximately7–10seconds. The power
close feature can be activated by the switch on
the keyfob, the instrument panel and the rear
pillar. The hazard lights flash and a chime sounds
to indicate the power close sequence has been
started.
Rear pillar switch
LPD0247
Instrument panel switch
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●If the outside opener handle is activated
while the cinching motor is engaged, the
cinching motor will disengage and release
the latch.
● The keyfob button must be held for 0.5 sec-
onds before the lift gate closes.
● The switch on the rear pillar can only be used
to close the lift gate if the cancel switch is
not in the on position.
Reverse:
The power lift gate will reverse direction immedi-
ately during power open or power close if the
keyfob, instrument panel or rear pillar switch is
pushed or if the outside handle is lifted. A chime
will sound to announce the reversal.
Auto Reverse:
If an obstacle is detected during power open or
power close, a warning chime will sound and the
lift gate will reverse direction and return to the full
open or full close position. If a second obstacle is
detected, the lift gate motion will stop and the
drive motor will disengage. The lift gate will enter
manual mode.
A pinch strip is mounted on each side of the lift
gate. If an obstacle is detected by a pinch strip
during power close, the lift gate will reverse di-
rection and return to the full open position. NOTE:
If the pinch strip is damaged or removed,
the power close function will not operate.
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the lift gate.
Manual Mode:
If power operation is not available, the lift gate
may be operated manually. Power operation may
not be available if the cancel switch is in the on
position, if multiple obstacles have been de-
tected in a single power cycle, or if battery volt-
age is low.
To open the lift gate manually, press up on the
outside handle.
To close, lower and push the lift gate down se-
curely.
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LIFT GATE RELEASE
WARNING
●Always be sure the lift gate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
● Do not drive with the lift gate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases
to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Ex-
haust gas” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
CAUTION
● If the power lift gate does not stay open
or if the lift gate unexpectedly closes at
any time while a continuous warning
chime sounds, do not operate the lift
gate. There may be a pressure loss in
one or both of the lift gate gas stays.
Have the lift gate inspected by an
INFINITI dealer.
● Do not activate the power lift gate if one
or both of the lift gate gas stays are
removed. Damage to the lift gate or
power lift gate mechanisms may occur.
Power lift gate release
If the lift gate cannot be opened with the door
lock switch or keyfob due to a discharged battery,
follow these steps:
1. Remove the cover on the inside of the lift gate .
2. Move the lever up to open the lift gate . To open, press the button up on the smaller
outside handle to release the glass hatch, then
pull up on the glass hatch. To close, lower and
push the glass hatch down securely.
Power lift gate release
LPD0236LPD0284
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2. While the indicator light for the memoryswitch being set is illuminated for 5 sec-
onds, press the
button on the keyfob.
The indicator light will blink. After the indica-
tor light goes off, the keyfob is linked to that
memory setting.
When the ignition switch is moved back to the
OFF position, press the
button on the key-
fob. The driver’s seat, steering wheel, accelerator
and brake pedals, and outside mirrors will move
to the memorized position.
NOTE:
If a new memory position is saved to the
memory switch, the keyfob automatically
re-links.
Confirming memory storage
● Place the ignition switch in the ON position
and push the SET switch. If the main memory
has not been stored, the indicator light will
come on for approximately 0.5 seconds.
When the memory has stored the position,
the indicator light will stay on for approxi-
mately 5 seconds. ●
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
fuse opens, the memory storage function will
be canceled and must be restarted before a
stored memory position can be set again.
Drive the vehicle over 25 MPH (40 km/h) to
restart the memory storage function. You
can also restart the memory storage function
using the following procedure.
1. Connect the battery cable or replace the fuse.
2. Open and close the driver’s door more than 2 times with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position.
Once the memory storage function has been
restarted, you can store a memory position.
See “Memory storage function” earlier in this
section.Selecting the memorized position
Set the shift selector to the P (Park) position,
then: ● Within 45 seconds of opening the driver’s
door, push the memory switch (1 or 2) or
● Turn the ignition switch to the ON position
and push the memory switch (1 or 2) .
The driver’s seat, steering wheel, accelerator and
brake pedals, and outside mirrors will move to the memorized position with the indicator light blink-
ing, and then the light will stay on for approxi-
mately 5 seconds.
ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION
This system is designed so that the driver’s seat
and steering wheel will automatically move when
the shift selector is placed in the P (Park) posi-
tion. This allows the driver to get into and out of
the driver’s seat more easily.
The driver’s seat and steering wheel will slide
backward:
● When the driver’s door is opened with the
ignition switch placed in the LOCK position.
● When the ignition switch is turned from
ACC to LOCK with the driver’s door open.
The driver’s seat and steering wheel will return to
the previous position: ● When the driver’s door is closed with the
ignition switch placed in the LOCK position.
● When the ignition switch is turned from
ACC to ON while the shift selector is in the P
(Park) position.
The entry/exit function can be adjusted or can-
celed. See “Comfort & convenience settings” in
the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems” section of this manual.
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●The system is designed as an aid to the
driver in detecting large stationary ob-
jects to help avoid damaging the ve-
hicle. The system will not detect small
objects below the bumper, and may not
detect objects close to the bumper or
on the ground.
● If your vehicle sustains damage to the
front bumper fascia, leaving it mis-
aligned or bent, the sensing zone may
be altered causing inaccurate measure-
ment of obstacles or false alarms.
The Front Sonar System (FSS) sounds a tone to
warn the driver of obstacles near the front
bumper when the shift selector is in a forward
gear. The system may not detect objects at
speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect
certain angular or moving objects.
The FSS detects obstacles up to 3 ft (1.0 m) from
the front bumper with a decreased coverage area
at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the
illustration for approximate zone coverage areas) .
As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the
tone increases. When the obstacle is less than
12 in (30.0 cm) away, the tone will sound con-
tinuously. If the FSS detects a stationary or re-
ceding object further than 12 in (30.0 cm) from
the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only 3 seconds. Once the system detects an object
approaching, the tone will sound again.
The FSS automatically turns on when the shift
selector is placed in a forward gear and the
ignition switch is ON. The front and rear sonar
system off switch on the instrument panel allows
the driver to turn the FSS on and off. To turn the
FSS off, the ignition switch must be ON, and the
shift selector in D (Drive) . An indicator light on the
switch will illuminate when the system is turned
off. If the indicator light illuminates when the FSS
is not turned off, it may indicate a malfunction in
the FSS.
Keep the FSS sensors (located on the front
bumper fascia) free from snow, ice and large
accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors
with sharp objects) . If the sensors are covered, it
will affect the accuracy of the FSS.FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply de-
icer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key
hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob.
ANTI-FREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the tem-
perature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check the
anti-freeze to assure proper winter protection.
For details, see “Engine cooling system” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maxi-
mum efficiency, the battery should be checked
regularly. For details, see “Battery” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
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Engine coolant................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-8
Power steering fluid .............8-11
Window washer fluid ............8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-10
Fog light switch .................2-29
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) .....1-59
Front seats ....................1-2
Front sonar system ............2-33, 5-53
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-40
Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Fuel octane rating ..............9-4
Fuel recommendation ............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-23
Fuses ......................8-23
Fusible links ...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver ...................2-54
Gascap.....................3-23
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine oil pressure gauge ..........2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
Voltmeter ...................2-7 General maintenance
..............8-2
Glass hatch ...................3-22
Glove box ....................2-37
Glove box lock .................2-37
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth . . . .4-70
Hazard
warning flasher switch .........2-29
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-24
Headlight control switch ............2-25
Headlights ....................8-27
Headlights, aiming control ...........2-27
Headphones (See INFINITI mobile
entertainment system) .............4-58
Heated seats ..................2-30
Heated steering wheel .............2-31
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls . . . .4-22
Heater operation ..............4-23
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-24
HomeLink Universal Transceiver .......2-54
Hood release ..................3-18
Hook Luggage hook ................2-44
Horn .......................2-30
I
Ignition switch ..................5-9
Immobilizer system ............3-3, 5-11
Important vehicle information label .......9-10
In-cabin microfilter ...............8-17
Increasing fuel economy ............5-40 Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
.....................2-8
INFINITI mobile entertainment system
(MES) ......................4-54
INFINITI vehicle immobilizer
system ................2-21, 3-3, 5-11
INFINITI voice recognition system .......4-82
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .......3-27
Instrument brightness control .........2-28
Instrument panel ..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-28
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system Brake assist .................5-38
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-9
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ................3-3
Remote
keyless entry operation ......3-12
Troubleshooting guide ...........3-17
Warning signals ...............3-17
Interior light ...................2-52
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-33
J
Jump starting ...................6-8
K
Keyfob battery replacement ..........8-25
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ........3-12
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