2011 INFINITI QX air conditioning

1. Cargo light (P. 2-68)
2. Cup holders (3rd row seat) (P. 2-56)
3. Rear ventilators (P. 4-30)
4. Coat hooks (P. 2-59)
5. Rear personal lights (P. 2-66)6. Tray (P. 2-58)
— USB memory operation* (P. 4-61)
— iPod player operation* (P. 4-70)
7. Door armrest — Power window controls (P. 2-61)
— Power door lock switch (P. 3-5) 8.
Automatic drive positioner switch (P. 3-30)
9. Sun visors (P. 3-26)
10. Moon roof switch (P. 2-63)
11. Map lights (P. 2-66)
12. Sunglasses holder (P. 2-56)
13. Inside rearview mirror (P. 3-27)
— HomeLink universal transceiver
(P. 2-68)
14. Cargo area — Power outlet (P. 2-52)
— Cargo floor box (P. 2-60)
— Luggage hooks (P. 2-59)
— Jacking tools (P. 6-4)
15. Rear console box (P. 2-58) — Cup holders (2nd row seat)* (P. 2-54)
— Pocket* (P. 2-58)
16. Cup holders (2nd row seat)* (P. 2-54)
17.
Dual head restraint DVD system* (P. 4-83)
18. Console box (P. 2-57) — Power outlet (P. 2-52)
— Auxiliary input jacks* (P. 4-84)
— Rear automatic air conditioning
system* (P. 4-37)
19. Power outlet (P. 2-52)/Front cup holders (P. 2-54)
*: if so equipped
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Illustrated table of contents0-5

1. Side ventilator
2. Meters and gauges
3. Hazard indicator flasher switch
4. Center ventilator5.Center multi-function control panel
— Vehicle information and setting buttons
6. Center display — Around View Monitor
— Navigation system**
— DVD player operation 7. Clock
8. Defroster switch/Deicer switch*
9. Front passenger supplemental air bag
10. Fuse box
11. Parking brake
12. Hood release handle
13. Steering wheel
— Horn
— Driver supplemental air bag
— Power steering system
14. Push-button ignition switch
15. Climate controlled seat switch*/Heated seat switch*
16. Remote tip-up 2nd row seat switch*
17. Heated steering wheel switch
18. Power outlet
19. Front passenger air bag status light
20. Cup holder
21. Automatic air conditioning system
22. Audio system
23. Glove box*: if so equipped
**: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-4Instruments and controls

WARNING
●Do not disassemble or modify this system. If
you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or
electric shock.
● Do not use this system if you notice any
abnormality, such as a frozen screen or lack
of sound. Continued use of the system may
result in accident, fire or electric shock.
● In case you notice any foreign object in the
system hardware, spill liquid on it, or notice
smoke or smell coming from it, stop using
the system immediately and contact your
nearest INFINITI retailer. Ignoring such con-
ditions may lead to accidents, fire, or electric
shock.
● Park the vehicle in a safe location and apply
the parking brake to view the images on the
front center display screen using devices
connected to the auxiliary input jacks.
● Positioning the heating or air conditioning
controls and display controls should not be
done while driving so that full attention may
be given to driving operation. Do not attempt to operate the system in extreme
temperature conditions [below
4°F (20°C)
and above 158°F (70°C)]. Operating this system
under these conditions may result in system
malfunctions.
SAFETY NOTE
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Rear automatic air conditioning
system
To control the rear automatic air conditioning
system with the front air conditioner control
panel, push the “REAR” button. When the rear
automatic air conditioning system control is on,
the indicator light on the “REAR” button will
illuminate and the front display will switch to
the rear air conditioner screen.
The rear automatic air conditioning system can
be adjusted with the front air conditioner con-
trol panel, when the rear air conditioner screen
is displayed.
To adjust the front air conditioning system,
push the “REAR” button one more time.Automatic operation:
1. Push the “AUTO” button. (The AUTO indi-
cator light will illuminate and “AUTO” will
appear on the display.)
2. Turn the temperature control dial (driver’s side) to set the desired temperature.
Manual operation :
●Temperature control
Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
● Fan speed control
Push the fan speed control “
” button
or “” button to manually control the
fan speed.
● Air flow control
Push the “MODE” button to change the air
flow mode.
: The air outlet is fixed at foot level.
: The air outlet is fixed at both the head and foot level.
: The air outlet is fixed at the head level.
Pushing the “A/C” button when the rear auto-
matic air conditioning system is turned on with the rear air conditioner screen displayed will
also turn off the rear automatic air conditioning
system.
Rear Heating (A/C off):
1. Push the “REAR” button to display the rear
air conditioner screen on the front display
when the rear automatic air conditioning
system is on.
2. Switch the air flow mode to
by
pushing the “MODE” button.
3. Push the “AUTO” button. (The AUTO indi- cator light will illuminate and “AUTO” will
appear on the display.)
4. If the A/C indicator light illuminates, push the “A/C” button. (The A/C indicator light
will turn off.)
5. Turn the temperature control dial to set the desired temperature.
● Do not set the temperature lower than the
outside air temperature. Doing so may cause
the temperature to not be controlled prop-
erly.
● To dehumidify the air, push the “A/C” button
before turning on the heater.
● Air does not blow out from the vents on the
ceiling when the system is used for heating.
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Turning the system off :
Push the OFF button when the rear air condi-
tioner screen is displayed.
1. “OFF” button
2. Fan speed control button
3. “AUTO” button
4. Display5. “MODE” button
6. “TEMP” button
Rear control buttons:
The rear seat passengers can adjust the rear
automatic air conditioning system using the
control switches at the rear of the center con-
sole.
The rear control buttons do not function when
the rear air conditioner screen is shown on the
front display. To activate the rear control but-
tons, push the “REAR” button on the front air
conditioner control panel and switch the screen
on the front display.
“OFF” button: Rear automatic air conditioning
system off.
“
” button: Rear fan speed control
up/down
“AUTO” button: Rear automatic air conditioning
system on, AUTO mode on
“MODE” button: Rear air flow control change
“TEMP” button: Rear temperature control
up/down
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OPERATING TIPS
When the engine coolant temperature and out-
side air temperature are low, the air flow from
the foot outlets may not operate. However, this
is not a malfunction. After the coolant tempera-
ture warms up, the air flow from the foot outlets
will operate normally.
The sensors
AandBlocated on the instru-
ment panel help maintain a constant tempera-
ture. Do not put anything on or around the
sensors.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
Models without Advanced Climate Control Sys-
tem:
The climate control system is equipped with an
in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. To make sure the air conditioner
heats, defogs, and ventilates efficiently, replace
the filter in accordance with the maintenance
schedule in the INFINITI Service and Mainte-
nance Guide. To replace the filter, contact an
INFINITI retailer.
The filter should be replaced if air flow is ex-
tremely decreased or when windows fog up eas-
ily when operating heater or air conditioning
system. Models with Advanced Climate Control System:
The climate control system is equipped with a
natural grape seed polyphenol filter which col-
lects and neutralizes dirt, pollen, dust, etc. To
make sure that the air conditioner heats, defogs
and ventilates efficiently, replace the filter in
accordance with the maintenance schedule in
the INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide. To
replace the filter, contact an INFINITI retailer.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow de-
creases significantly or if windows fog up easily
when operating the heater or air conditioner.SAA3088
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5. To stop the engine, shift the selector leverto the P (Park) position and push the
ignition switch to the OFF position.ENGINE PROTECTION MODE
The engine has an engine protection mode to
reduce the chance of damage if the coolant
temperature becomes too high (for example,
when climbing steep grades in high tempera-
ture with heavy loads, such as when towing a
trailer).
When the engine temperature reaches a certain
level:
● The engine coolant temperature gauge will
move toward the H position.
● Engine power may be reduced.
● The air conditioning cooling function may be
automatically turned OFF for a short time
(the blower will continue to operate).
Engine power and, under some conditions, ve-
hicle speed will decrease. Vehicle speed can be
controlled with the accelerator pedal, but the
vehicle may not accelerate at the desired
speed. The transmission will downshift or up-
shift as it reaches prescribed shift points. You
can also shift manually.
As driving conditions change and engine cool-
ant temperature is reduced, vehicle speed can
be increased using the accelerator pedal, and
air conditioning cooling function will automati-
cally be turned back ON. If:1. The engine coolant temperature is not
reduced.
2. The air conditioning cooling function does not turn back ON.
3. The engine oil pressure warning light
illuminates or engine coolant tem-
perature gauge does not return to the
normal range from the H position, this
may indicate a malfunction. Move the
vehicle off the road to a safe area and
allow the engine to cool. If after checking
the oil and coolant, the
remains on
or engine coolant temperature does not
return to the normal range, do not con-
tinue to drive and contact an INFINITI
retailer.
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)may also come ON. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed, unless it remains on, but
have it inspected soon by an INFINITI retailer.
See “WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AU-
DIBLE REMINDERS” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
5-14Starting and driving

9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants........ 9-2
Fuel recommendation ........................... 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ......... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ..................... 9-7
Specifications ..................................... 9-8
Engine ........................................ 9-8
Wheels and tires ............................... 9-9
Dimensions .................................... 9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ................................... 9-9
Vehicle identification ............................. 9-10
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ........9-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) .............................. 9-10
Engine serial number .......................... 9-10
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Emission control information label ...............9-11
Tire and loading information label ...............9-11
Air conditioner specification label ...............9-12
Installing front license plate .......................9-12
Vehicle loading information .......................9-12
Terms ........................................ 9-12Vehicle load capacity
.......................... 9-14
Securing the load .............................. 9-15
Loading tips .................................. 9-16
Measurement of weights ....................... 9-16
Towing a trailer .................................. 9-17
Maximum load limits .......................... 9-17
Maximum gross vehicle weight (GVW)/
maximum gross axle weight (GAW) .............9-19
Towing load/specification ......................9-21
Towing safety ................................. 9-21
Flat towing ................................... 9-28
Uniform tire quality grading .......................9-28
Treadwear .................................... 9-28
Traction AA, A, B and C ........................ 9-29
Temperature A, B and C ....................... 9-29
Emission control system warranty .................9-29
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-30
Readiness

for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test ....9-31
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-32
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information ...................................... 9-32
In the event of a collision ......................9-33