2011 INFINITI QX Owners Manual

Front-seat Active Head Restraint
The Active Head Restraint moves forward utiliz-
ing the force that the seatback receives from
the occupant in a rear-end collision. The move-
ment of the head restraint helps support the
occupant’s head by reducing its backward
movement and helping absorb some of the
forces that may lead to whiplash-type injuries.
Active Head Restraints are effective for colli-
sions at low to medium speeds in which it is
said that whiplash injury occurs most.
Active Head Restraints operate only in certain
rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head
restraints return to their original position.Adjust the Active Head Restraints properly as
described earlier in this section.
HEADREST
WARNING
The adjustable headrests supplement the
other vehicle safety systems. They may provide
additional protection against injury in certain
rear end collisions. Adjust the headrests prop-
erly, as specified in this section. Check the ad-
justment after someone else uses the seat. Do
not attach anything to the adjustable headrest
stalks or remove the adjustable headrests. Do
not use the seat if the adjustable headrests
have been removed. If the headrest was re-
moved, reinstall and properly adjust the head-
rest before an occupant uses the seating posi-
tion. Failure to follow these instructions can
reduce the effectiveness of the adjustable
headrests. This may increase the risk of serious
injury or death in a collision.
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The illustration shows the seating positions
equipped with adjustable headrests.
Indicates the seating position is
equipped with an adjustable or removable
headrest.
+ Indicates the seating position is not equipped
with a head restraint or adjustable headrest.
Components
1. Adjustable headrest (if so equipped)
2. Adjustment notch
3. Lock knob
4. Stalks
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To raise the headrest, pull it up to the lock
position.To lower, push and hold the lock knob and push
the headrest down.Removal
Use the following procedure to remove the
headrests.
1. Pull the headrest up to the highest posi-
tion (adjustable headrest only).
2. Push and hold the lock knob.
3. Remove the headrest from the seat.
4. Store the headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle.
5. Install and properly adjust the headrest (adjustable headrest only) before an oc-
cupant uses the seating position.
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Install
1. Align the headrest stalks with the holes inthe seat. Make sure that the headrest is
facing the correct direction. The stalk with
the adjustment notch must be installed in
the hole with the lock knob
1.
2. Push and hold the lock knob and push the headrest down.
3. Properly adjust the headrest before an occupant uses the seating position (ad-
justable headrest only).
HEADREST (2nd row center seat)
Removal and attachment
To remove the headrest, push and hold the lock
knob
1and pull the headrest up.
If the headrest is removed, store it in a secure
place. Reinstall the headrest when the headrest
does not need to be removed.
To attach the headrest, push and hold the lock
knob
1and insert the headrest stalks into the
holes.
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Front seats
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2nd row seat
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ARMREST (if so equipped)
Front seats
The console box lid can be used as an armrest.
Slide the box lid forward or backward to the
desired position (if so equipped).
2nd row seat
Pull and draw the armrest forward until it is
horizontal.
FLEXIBLE SEATING
WARNING
●Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area
or on the rear seats when they are in the
fold-down position. In a collision, people rid-
ing in these areas without proper restraints
are more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
● Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your ve-
hicle is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
● Do not fold down the rear seats when occu-
pants are in the rear seat area or any cargo is
on the rear seats. ●
Head restraints and headrests (except for
2nd row center seat) should be adjusted
properly as they may provide significant pro-
tection against injury in an accident. Always
replace and adjust them properly if they
have been removed for any reason.
● If the head restraints are removed for any
reason, they should be securely stored to
prevent them from causing injury to passen-
gers or damage to the vehicle in case of sud-
den braking or an accident.
● When returning the seatbacks to the upright
position, be certain they are completely se-
cured in the latched position. If they are not
completely secured, passengers may be in-
jured in an accident or sudden stop.
● Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.WARNING
● When folding or returning the seat(s) to the
upright position, to avoid injury to yourself
and others:
– Make sure that the seat path is clear be- fore moving the seat.
– Be careful not to allow hands or feet to get caught or pinched in the seat.
● When folding the bench seat seatback down
for maximum storage, make sure the seat
base is in the latched position by rocking the
seat base. If the seat base is not properly
secured, cargo stored on top of a folded seat-
back may become a projectile causing per-
sonal injury or vehicle damage.
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CAUTION
When folding the 2nd row seat for maximum
cargo hauling, be sure that cargo does not con-
tact the center console of the captain’s seat (if
so equipped) to avoid possible damage to the
console.
Stowing 2nd and 3rd row seats
To stow 2nd and 3rd row seats for maximum
cargo capacity:
Manual Operation:
1. Pull lever A or B located on the 2nd rowseat. The seatback folds down and the
seat base will tip forward. See “Entry to
3rd row seat” earlier in this section.
Power Operation:
1. Push and hold the corresponding switchlocated on the instrument panel below the
audio system. The seatback will fold down
and tip forward. See “Entry to 3rd row
seat” earlier in this section. 2. Push the folded seat down until it locks in
position. 3. Fold the 3rd row seat flat using the
switches located in the cargo area. See
“Power folding” earlier in this section.
4. Return 3rd row seats to seating positions by raising the 3rd row seatbacks to an
upright position using the switches. Make
sure the seatback is locked in position.
See “Power folding” earlier in this sec-
tion.
5. Return the 2nd row seat to a seating position by raising the 2nd row seatbacks
to an upright position. Make sure the
seatback is locked in position.
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CAUTION
When folding the 2nd row seat for maximum
cargo hauling, be sure that cargo does not con-
tact the center console of the captain’s seat (if
so equipped) to avoid possible damage to the
console.
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly
adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well
back in your seat with both feet on the floor,
your chances of being injured or killed in an
accident and/or the severity of injury may be
greatly reduced. INFINITI strongly encourages
you and all of your passengers to buckle up
every time you drive, even if your seating
position includes a supplemental air bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces or ter-
ritories specify that seat belts be worn at all
times when a vehicle is being driven.
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WARNING
●Every person who drives or rides in this ve-
hicle should use a seat belt at all times. Chil-
dren should be properly restrained in the
rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child
restraint.
● The seat belt should be properly adjusted to
a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the
effectiveness of the entire restraint system
and increase the chance or severity of injury
in an accident. Serious injury or death can
occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.
● Always route the shoulder belt over your
shoulder and across your chest. Never put
the belt behind your back, under your arm or
across your neck. The belt should be away
from your face and neck, but not falling off
your shoulder.
● Position the lap belt as low and snug as
possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST.
A lap belt worn too high could increase the
risk of internal injuries in an accident.
● Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely fas-
tened to the proper buckle.
● Do not wear the seat belt inside out or
twisted. Doing so may reduce its
effectiveness.
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