2012 INFINITI EX hood release

0-6Illustrated table of contents
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1. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od-ometer (P.2-7)
2. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-39)
3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-35) 4. Trip computer switch (P.2-28)
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P.2-33)
6. Warning systems switch (if so
equipped)
—Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (P.5-71)
—
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
(P.5-19)
— Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
(P.5-27)
7. Hood release handle (P.3-16)
8. Intelligent Key port (P.5-12)
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P.5-86)
10. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off
switch (if so equipped) (P.2-44)
11. Electric tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-20)
12. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (Left side)
—For audio system (P.4-95)
— For Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone
System (with navigation system)
(P.4-98)
— For Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone
System (without navigation system)
(P.4-109)
— For INFINITI Voice Recognition Sys-
tem (if so equipped) (P.4-123)
13. Manual tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-20)
14. Steering wheel
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1. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od-ometer (P.2-7)
2. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-39)
3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-35) 4. Trip computer switch (P.2-28)
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P.2-33)
6. Warning systems switch (if so
equipped)
—Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (P.5-71)
—
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
(P.5-19)
— Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
(P.5-27)
7. Hood release handle (P.3-16)
8. Intelligent Key port (P.5-12)
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P.5-86)
10. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off
switch (if so equipped) (P.2-44)
11. Electric tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-20)
12. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (Left side)
—For audio system (P.4-95)
— For Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone
System (with navigation system)
(P.4-98)
— For Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone
System (without navigation system)
(P.4-109)
— For INFINITI Voice Recognition Sys-
tem (if so equipped) (P.4-123)
13. Manual tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-20)
14. Steering wheel
Instruments and controls2-3
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3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1located below the instrument panel;
the hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the
hood with your fingertips and raise the
hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down to latch both the right
and left locks. Push the hood down to
lock the hood securely into place.
WARNING
. Make sure the hood is completely closed
and latched before driving. Failure to do
so could cause the hood to fly open and
result in an accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
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WARNING
.Always be sure the lift gate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
. Do not drive with the lift gate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. See “Precau-
tions when starting and driving” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section for
exhaust gas.
HOOD LIFT GATE

5-8Starting and driving
WARNING
The following actions can increase the
chance of losing control of the vehicle if
there is a sudden loss of tire air pressure.
Losing control of the vehicle may cause a
collision and result in personal injury.
.The vehicle generally moves or pulls in
the direction of the flat tire.
. Do not rapidly apply the brakes.
. Do not rapidly release the accelerator
pedal.
. Do not rapidly turn the steering wheel.
1. Remain calm and do not overreact. 2. Maintain a firm grip on the steering
wheel with both hands and try to hold a
straight course.
3. When appropriate, slowly release the accelerator pedal to gradually slow the
vehicle.
4. Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe location off the road and away from
traffic if possible.
5. Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradu- ally stop the vehicle.
6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers and either contact a roadside emer-
gency service to change the tire or see
“Changing a flat tire” in the“6. In case
of emergency” section of this Owner’s
Manual.
DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND
DRIVING
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WARNING
Never drive under the influence of alcohol or
drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces
coordination, delays reaction time and im-
pairs judgement. Driving after drinking
alcohol increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident injuring yourself and
others. Additionally, if you are injured in an
accident, alcohol can increase the severity
of the injury.
INFINITI is committed to safe driving.
However, you must choose not to drive
under the influence of alcohol. Every year
thousands of people are injured or killed in
alcohol-related accidents. Although the
local laws vary on what is considered to
be legally intoxicated, the fact is that
alcohol affects all people differently and
most people underestimate the effects of
alcohol.
Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!
And that is true for drugs, too (over-the-
counter, prescription, and illegal drugs).
Don’t drive if your ability to operate your
vehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or
some other physical condition.