2011 INFINITI QX engine

●TIRE
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing tires.
● OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset the
distance for replacing items other than the
engine oil, oil filter and tires.
OPTIONS :
There are 4 submenus under the display menu.
● BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
● LANGUAGE
Select this submenu to choose English,
French or Spanish for display.
● UNIT
Select this submenu to choose the unit.
● EFFECTS
Select this submenu to turn on and off the
meter/ring illumination and needle sweep
function when starting the engine.7. Warning check
SKIP :
Push the
switchAto move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switchBto select other
menus.
DETAIL :
This item is available only when a warning is
displayed.
Select this menu to see the details of warnings.
Your vehicle has two types of security systems,
as follows:
●Vehicle security system
● 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 lift gate 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.
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The alarm is activated by:
●Unlocking the door or opening the lift gate
without using the button on the Intelligent
Key, the door handle request switch or the
mechanical key. (Even if the door is opened
by releasing the door inside lock knob, the
alarm will activate.)
● Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop when a door is unlocked by
pushing the unlock button on the Intelligent
Key, the door handle request switch or using
the mechanical key, or when the ignition switch
is pushed to the ACC or ON position.
If the system does not operate as described
above, have it checked by an INFINITI retailer.
INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered Intelligent Key. Never leave these
keys in the vehicle.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules
and RSS-Gen of IC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired
operation of this device.
Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on the
meter panel. It indicates the status of the
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch was in
the ACC, OFF and LOCK position. This function
indicates the security systems equipped on the
vehicle are operational.
If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, this light will remain on while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
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If the light still remains on and/or the engine will
not start, see an INFINITI retailer for INFINITI Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System service as soon as
possible. Please bring all Intelligent Keys that
you have when visiting an INFINITI retailer for
service.WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solution
may freeze on the window and obscure your
vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the
window with the defroster before you wash the
window.
CAUTION
●Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 30 seconds.
● Do not operate the washer if the reservoir
tank is empty.
● Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank
with washer fluid concentrates at full
strength. Some methyl alcohol based
washer fluid concentrates may permanently
stain the grille if spilled while filling the win-
dow washer reservoir tank.
● Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with wa-
ter to the manufacturer’s recommended lev-
els before pouring the fluid into the window
washer reservoir tank. Do not use the win-
dow washer reservoir tank to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water. If the windshield wiper operation is interrupted
by snow or ice, the wiper may stop moving to
protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper
switch to the OFF position and remove the snow
or ice that is on and around the wiper arms. In
approximately 1 minute, turn the switch on again
to operate the wiper.
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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If the rear window wiper operation is interrupted
by snow etc., the wiper may stop moving to pro-
tect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper
switch to OFF and remove the snow etc. on and
around the wiper arms. After about 1 minute,
turn the switch ON again to operate the wiper.The rear window wiper and washer operate
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position
to operate the wiper.
1Intermittent (INT) — intermittent operation
(not adjustable)
2Low (ON) — continuous low speed operation
Push the switch forward
3to operate the
washer. Then the wiper will also operate several
times.
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR
DEFROSTER
To defog/defrost the rear window glass and
outside mirrors, start the engine and push the
switch
1on. The indicator light2will come
on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster
off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear win-
dow, be careful not to scratch or damage the
rear window defroster.
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DEFROSTER/WINDSHIELD DEICER (if so
equipped) SWITCH
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WINDSHIELD DEICER (if so equipped)
The windshield deicer switch (rear window and
outside mirror defroster switch) operates when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The deicer is used to remove ice from the
windshield when a wiper is frozen to the wind-
shield.
When the switch
1is pushed, the indicator
light
2illuminates and the deicer operates for
approximately 15 minutes. The rear window
defroster will activate at the same time. After
the preset time has passed, the deicer will turn
off automatically. To turn off the deicer manu-
ally, push the deicer switch again, and the
indicator light turns off.
CAUTION
● When operating the deicer continuously, be
sure to start the engine. Otherwise, it may
cause the battery to discharge.
● When cleaning the inner side of the window,
be careful not to scratch or damage the elec-
trical conductors on the surface of the
window.
XENON HEADLIGHTS
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
● When xenon headlights are on, they produce
a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock,
never attempt to modify or disassemble. Al-
ways have your xenon headlights replaced
at an INFINITI retailer.
● Xenon headlights provide considerably
more light than conventional headlights. If
they are not correctly aimed, they might
temporarily blind an oncoming driver or the
driver ahead of you and cause a serious acci-
dent. If headlights are not aimed correctly,
immediately take your vehicle to an INFINITI
retailer and have the headlights adjusted
correctly.
HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
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Battery saver system
A chime will sound when the driver side door is
opened with the light switch in theorposition and the ignition switch in the
OFF or LOCK position.
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition 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 OFF position.
When the headlight switch remains in the
orposition after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on when
the ignition switch is pushed to the ON posi-
tion.
CAUTION
● 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.
● Never leave the light switch on when the
engine is not running for extended periods of
time even if the headlights turn off
automatically.
Headlight aiming control (if so
equipped)
Depending on the number of occupants in the
vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight
axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle
is traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may
directly hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle
ahead or the windshield of the oncoming ve-
hicle. The light axis can be lowered with the
operation of the switch.
The larger the number designated on the
switch, the lower the axis.
When traveling with no heavy load or on a flat
road, select position 0.
WARNING
Xenon headlights are extremely bright com-
pared to conventional headlights. If the xenon
headlights hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle
ahead or the windshield of oncoming vehicle,
the driver of these vehicles may have difficulty
driving because of the brightness. Use the
headlight aiming control switch to lower the
light axis. See “XENON HEADLIGHTS” earlier in
this section for additional information.
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 theposition 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 OFF position.
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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)
(if so equipped)
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:
●when the headlight switch is ON.
● when the selector lever is in any position
other than P (Park) or R (Reverse). ●
when the vehicle is driven at above 16 MPH
(25 km/h) for the left-side headlight. Note
that the right-side low beam headlight will
swivel but the left side will not swivel when
the vehicle is at a stop and the steering
wheel is turned. The vehicle must attain a
speed above 16 MPH (25 km/h) before AFS
activates the left-side headlight.
To turn the AFS off, push the AFS switch. (The
AFS OFF indicator light will illuminate.) Push the
switch again to turn the system on again.
AFS will also adjust the headlight to a proper
axis automatically, depending on the number of
occupants in the vehicle, the load the vehicle is
carrying and the road conditions.
If the AFS OFF indicator light blinks after the
ignition switch has been pushed to the ON
position, this may indicate that the AFS is not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by an INFINITI retailer. When the engine is
started, the headlights will vibrate to check the
system condition. This is not a malfunction.
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The dot matrix liquid crystal display returns to
the normal display under the following condi-
tions:
●when the instrument brightness control
switch is not operated for more than 5
seconds.
● when the
orswitch on the right
side of the combination meter panel is
pushed.
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
1Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the turning
direction. When the turn is completed, the turn
signals cancel automatically.
2Lane change signal
To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or
down to the point where lights begin flashing.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to theposition, then turn the
switch to theposition. To turn them off,
turn the switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog lights to
operate.
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, turning the fog light switch to the
position will turn on the headlights, fog
lights and the other lights while the ignition
switch is in the ON position or the engine is
running.
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