2011 INFINITI G warning light

2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit........................................... 2-2
Instrument panel .................................. 2-3
Meters and gauges ................................ 2-4
Speedometer and odometer ..................... 2-5
Tachometer .................................... 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............... 2-6
Fuel gauge ..................................... 2-7
Compass (if so equipped) .......................... 2-7
Zone variation change procedure ................ 2-9
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .....2-10
Checking bulbs ............................... 2-10
Warning lights ................................. 2-11
Indicator lights ................................. 2-15
Audible reminders .............................. 2-17
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ...................2-18
Indicators for operation ........................ 2-20
Indicators for maintenance .....................2-22
Trip computer ................................. 2-24
Security systems ................................. 2-26
Vehicle security system ........................ 2-27
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ............2-28
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-29
Rain-sensing auto wiper system (if so
equipped) .................................... 2-30Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch . . . 2-31
Headlight and turn signal switch
..................2-32
Xenon headlights ............................. 2-32
Headlight switch .............................. 2-32
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-36
Fog light switch ............................... 2-36
Hazard warning flasher switch .....................2-36
Horn ............................................ 2-37
Heated seats (if so equipped) .....................2-37
SNOW mode switch (if so equipped) ...............2-39
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ..........2-39
Clock ............................................ 2-39
Adjusting the time ............................. 2-39
Power outlet ..................................... 2-40
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays (if so equipped) ......2-41
Front ......................................... 2-41
Rear ......................................... 2-41
Storage ......................................... 2-42
Cup holders
.................................. 2-42
Sunglasses

holder............................. 2-44
Glove box .................................... 2-44
Console box .................................. 2-44
Card holder (if so equipped) ...................2-46
Storage box (if so equipped) ...................2-46

1. Side ventilator (P. 4-27)
2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4)
3. Center ventilator (P. 4-27)
4. Audio system (P. 4-38)
5. Clock (P. 2-39)6. Center multi-function control panel
— Navigation system* (if so equipped)
— Vehicle information and setting buttons
(P. 4-7)
— Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System
(if so equipped) (P. 4-84, P. 4-95) — Audio system (P. 4-38)
7. Center display (P. 4-2)/Navigation sys- tem* (if so equipped)
8. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 2-36)
9. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P. 1-40)
10. Fuse box cover (P. 8-21)
11. Parking brake (for Automatic Transmis- sion models)
— Parking (P. 5-18)
12. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-8)
13. Automatic climate control system (P. 4-28)
14. Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped) (P. 2-41) or storage box (if so
equipped) (P. 2-46)
— Power outlet (if so equipped) (P. 2-40)
15. Parking brake (for Manual Transmission models)
— Parking (P. 5-18)
16. Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-37)
17. SNOW mode switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-39)
18. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defogger switch (P. 2-31)
19. Glove box lid release handle (P. 2-44)
20. Trunk release power cancel switch (P. 3-19)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation SystemOwner’s Manual.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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1. Tachometer (P. 2-6)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P. 2-10)
3. Speedometer (P. 2-5)
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge(P. 2-6) 5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/
Odometer/twin trip odometer (P. 2-18)
6. Fuel gauge (P. 2-7)
*: The needle indicators in the speedometer, ta- chometer, engine coolant temperature gauge
and fuel gauge may move slightly after the
ignition switch is pushed to the LOCK posi-
tion. This is not a malfunction.
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METERS AND GAUGES
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FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximatefuel level
in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down hills.
The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after the
ignition switch is pushed to the OFF position.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers
“E” (Empty).
The low fuel warning
appears on the dot
matrix liquid crystal display when the fuel tank
is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is conve-
nient, preferably before the gauge reaches “E”. There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank
when the fuel gauge needle reaches “E”.
The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
CAUTION
● If the vehicle runs out of fuel, themalfunction indicator light (MIL) may come
on. Refuel as soon as possible. After a few
driving trips, the
light should turn off.
If the light remains on after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer.
● For additional information, see “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” later in this section. When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, the compass display
Bwill indicate
the direction of the vehicle’s heading.
If the display reads “C”, calibrate the compass
by driving the vehicle in 3 complete circles at
less than 5 MPH (8 km/h). You can also cali-
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COMPASS (if so equipped)
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light
(AWD models)*Intelligent Key warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light
Low tire pressure warning
lightHigh beam indicator light
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)
Automatic transmission check warn-
ing lightPreview Function warning light (or-
ange)*Security indicator light
Brake warning lightSeat belt warning lightLow beam indicator light
Supplemental air bag warning
lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Charge warning lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warn-
ing lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
indicator light
Engine oil pressure warning lightAutomatic transmission position in-
dicator light**: if so equipped
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) sys-
tem warning light (orange)*Front fog light indicator light
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and push the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on (if so equipped):
,or,,,
,,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off (if so equipped):
,or,,,
,,
If any light does not come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system checked by
an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played on the dot matrix crystal display be-
tween the speedometer and tachometer. (See
“DOT MATRIX LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY” later in
this section.)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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WARNING LIGHTS
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
warning light (AWD models)
(if so equipped)
Thewarning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off
soon after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, or the diam-
eter of the front and the rear wheels are differ-
ent, the warning light will either remain illumi-
nated or blink. (See “ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD)”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section.)
CAUTION
● If the warning light comes on while driving
there may be a malfunction in the AWD sys-
tem. Reduce the vehicle speed and have your
vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as
soon as possible.
● If the AWD warning light blinks on when you
are driving:
– blinks rapidly (about twice a second): Pull off the road in a safe area, and idle the
engine. The driving mode will change to
2WD to prevent the AWD system from
malfunctioning. If the warning light turns
off, you can drive again. – blinks slowly (about once every 2 sec-
onds):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and idle the
engine. Check that all tire sizes are the
same, tire pressure is correct and tires are
not worn.
● If the warning light is still on after the above
operations, have your vehicle checked by an
INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light illuminates and then turns off. This indi-
cates the ABS is operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may
indicate the ABS is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-
tance. (See “BRAKE SYSTEM” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section.)
Automatic transmission check
warning light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, the light comes on for 2 seconds. If
the light comes on at any other time, it may
indicate the transmission is not functioning
properly. Have your INFINITI retailer check and
repair the transmission.
orBrake warning
light
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator :
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light comes on when the parking brake is
applied.
Low brake fluid warning light :
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the
light comes on while the engine is running with
the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is
necessary, add fluid and have the system
checked by your INFINITI retailer. (See
“BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
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2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have thewarning system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning indica-
tor :
When the parking brake is released and the
brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake
warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminate, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
brake system checked, and if necessary re-
paired, by an INFINITI retailer promptly. (See
“Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light”
earlier in this section.)
WARNING
●Your brake system may not be working prop-
erly if the warning light is on. Driving could
be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive
carefully to the nearest service station for
repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because driving it could be dangerous.
● Pressing the brake pedal with the engine
stopped and/or low brake fluid level may
increase your stopping distance and braking
will require greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel. ●
If the brake fluid level is below the minimum
or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do
not drive until the brake system has been
checked at an INFINITI retailer.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is run-
ning, it may indicate the charging system is not
functioning properly. Turn the engine off and
check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose,
broken, missing or if the light remains on, see
an INFINITI retailer immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If
the light flickers or comes on during normal
driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the
engine immediately and call an INFINITI retailer
or other authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not de-
signed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dip- stick to check the oil level.
(See “ENGINE OIL” in
the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion.)
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil pres-
sure warning light on could cause serious dam-
age to the engine almost immediately. Such
damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the
engine as soon as it is safe to do so.
Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) system warning light
(orange; if so equipped)
This light comes on if there is a malfunction in
the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system.
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle
in a safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the
engine, resume driving and set the ICC system
again.
If it is not possible to set the system or the
indicator stays on, it may indicate that the sys-
tem is malfunctioning. Although the vehicle is
still driveable under normal conditions, have the
vehicle checked at an INFINITI retailer.
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Intelligent Key warning light
After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 sec-
onds and then turns off.
This light warns of a malfunction with the
electrical steering lock system (if so equipped)
or the Intelligent Key system.
If the light comes on while the engine is
stopped, it may be impossible to free the
steering lock (if so equipped) or to start the
engine. If the light comes on while the engine is
running, you can drive the vehicle. However in
these cases, contact an INFINITI retailer for
repair as soon as possible.
Low tire pressure warning
light
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the
tire pressure of all tires except the spare.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.
After the ignition switch is pushed ON, this light
illuminates for about 1 second and turns off.Low tire pressure warning :
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning also appears
on the dot matrix liquid crystal display.
When the low tire pressure warning light illumi-
nates, you should stop and adjust the tire
pressure to the recommended COLD tire pres-
sure shown on the Tire and Loading Information
label. The low tire pressure warning light does
not automatically turn off when the tire pres-
sure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to the
recommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to
activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire
pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure
gauge to check the tire pressure.
The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning is active as
long as the low tire pressure warning light
remains illuminated.
For additional information, see “DOT MATRIX
LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY” later in this section,
“TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section and
“TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)”
in the “6. In case of emergency” section.TPMS malfunction :
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low
tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is
pushed ON. The light will remain on after the 1
minute. Have the system checked by an INFINITI
retailer. The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning
does not appear if the low tire pressure warning
light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunc-
tion.
For additional information, see “TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)” in the “5. Start-
ing and driving” section.
WARNING
●
If the light does not illuminate with the igni-
tion switch pushed ON, have the vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as
possible.
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