2011 INFINITI QX Owners Manual

Push the TOW MODE switch to activate TOW
MODE. The indicator light on the TOW MODE
switch illuminates when TOW MODE is selected.
Push the TOW MODE switch again to turn TOW
MODE OFF.
TOW MODE is automatically canceled when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.The vehicle should be driven with the Intelligent
Brake Assist (IBA) system on for most driving
conditions.
The Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system will
sound a warning chime to alert the driver when
the vehicle is traveling too close to the vehicle
ahead and will apply the brake control if nec-
essary.
To turn off the system, push the IBA OFF switch.
The
indicator will illuminate.The IBA system will remain in the last ON or OFF
state it was left in until it is manually changed
by pushing the IBA OFF switch.
See “INTELLIGENT BRAKE ASSIST (IBA) SYSTEM”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
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INTELLIGENT BRAKE ASSIST (IBA) OFF
SWITCH (if so equipped)
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The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor.
If maximum engine power is needed to free a
stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will illuminate.Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. (See “VEHICLE
DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) SYSTEM” in the “5.
Starting and driving” section.)
If the power supply is disconnected, the clock
will not indicate the correct time. Readjust the
time.
ADJUSTING THE TIME
1. To set the clock forward, push the button
1.
2. To set the clock backward, push the but- ton
2.
3. To move forward or backward faster, push and hold the button more than 5 seconds.
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF
SWITCH CLOCK
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For details about display clock adjustment (if so
equipped), see “HOW TO USE SETTING BUTTON”
in the “4. Monitor, climate, audio, phone and
voice recognition systems” section.CAUTION
●Use power outlet with the engine running to
avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
● Avoid using power outlet when the air condi-
tioner, headlights or rear window defroster
is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be
sure the electrical accessory being used is
turned OFF.
● When not in use, be sure to close the cap. Do
not allow water to contact the outlet.
Instrument panel
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Center console
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POWER OUTLET
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Type A
The power outlet is used for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones.
CAUTION
●The outlet and plug may be hot during or
immediately after use.
● Do not use with accessories that exceed a
combined power draw of 12 volts, 120W (10A)
for all the power outlets. Do not use double
adapters or more than one electrical
accessory.
● This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good
contact is not made, the plug may overheat
or the internal temperature fuse may blow. Type B (if so equipped)
The power outlet (plug type) is located on the
back side of the front console. It can operate
when the ignition switch in the ON position and
the main switch (located in the console box) is
ON.
The specification of this power outlet is for use of
a 120 volt, 150W (1.25A) power draw.
To turn on or off the power supply to the outlet,
push the ON
1or OFF2side of the main
switch. When the switch is turned to the ON
position, the indicator light
Awill illuminate.
Back side of front console
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Luggage room
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Main switch
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Pull up the cover and plug in.
After using the power outlet, be sure to turn off
the main switch.
CAUTION
●Do not use with accessories that exceed a
120 volt, 150W (1.25A) power draw.
● Use this power outlet with the engine run-
ning. (If the engine is stopped, this could
result in a discharged battery.)
CUP HOLDERS
CAUTION
● Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the
cup holder is being used to prevent spilling
the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you
or your passenger.
● Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard
objects can injure you in an accident.
● Do not recline the rear seatback when you
use the cup holders on the rear armrest. Do-
ing so may cause the beverages to spill over,
and if they are hot, they may scald the
passengers.
Front
To open the cup holder, push the lid1.
To close, lower the cup holder lid and push it
down lightly.
Power outlet
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SIC4495
STORAGE
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Pull up the inside tray2and remove it for a
larger container or cleaning.
The cap of the bottle can be placed on
3.
A small beverage can be placed in the cup
holder
4.
The cup holder is not designed to store per-
sonal items.
2nd row seat
Type A :
To open the cup holder, push the lid
1.
The flap will be folded down when inserting a
large container.
To close, lower the cup holder lid and push it
down lightly.
To clean the front cup holder, pull up the inside
tray
2and remove it.
The cup holder is not designed to store per-
sonal items. Type B :
To open the cup holder, pull the lid.
Type A
SIC3118
Type B
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3rd row seatSoft bottle holder
CAUTION
●Do not use bottle holder for any other ob-
jects that could be thrown about in the ve-
hicle and possibly injure people during sud-
den braking or an accident.
● Do not use bottle holder for open liquid
containers.
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driv-
ing to prevent an accident.
To open the sunglasses holder, push
1.
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CAUTION
●Do not use for anything other than glasses.
● Do not leave glasses in the sunglasses
holder while parking in direct sunlight. The
heat may damage the glasses.
GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help
prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle
1.
To close, push the lid in until the lock latches.
To lock
2/unlock3the glove box, use the
mechanical key. For the mechanical key usage,
see “KEYS” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
CONSOLE BOX
Front
To open the console box, push up the knobA
and pull up the lid.
To close, push the lid down until latched.
SIC4393
Front
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