2012 INFINITI FX child lock

3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2520
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.
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 “Exhaust
gas (carbon monoxide)” (P.5-3) of this
manual.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
. Always be sure that hands and feet are
clear of the door frame to avoid injury
while closing the lift gate.
HOOD LIFT GATE

3-24Pre-driving checks and adjustments
When the power lift gate main switch is in
the OFF position, the lift gate can be
opened manually by pushing the lift gate
opener switch. If the power lift gate opener
switch is pushed during power open or
close, the power operation will be canceled
and the lift gate can be operated manually.
AUTO CLOSURE
If the lift gate is pulled down to a partly
open position, the lift gate will pull itself to
the closed position.
Do not apply excessive force when the
auto closure is operating. Excessive force
applied may cause the mechanism to
malfunction.
CAUTION
.The lift gate will automatically close
from a partly open position. To avoid
pinching, keep hands and fingers away
from lift gate opening.
. Do not let children operate the lift gate.
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LIFT GATE RELEASE LEVER
If the lift gate cannot be opened with the
door lock switch due to a discharged
battery, follow these steps.
1. Remove the cover
*Ainside of the lift
gate using a suitable tool.
2. Move the lever
*Bas illustrated to
open the lift gate.
Contact an INFINITI retailer as soon as
possible for repair.
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OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR
To open the fuel-filler door, unlock the fuel-
filler door by using one of the following
operations, then push the left side of the
door.
. Push the driver’s door handle request
switch with the Intelligent Key carried
with you.
. Push the passenger’ s door handle
request switch or lift gate request
switch twice with the Intelligent Key
carried with you.
. Push the UNLOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key.
FUEL-FILLER DOOR

8-14Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug witha new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil and install the oil filler cap securely.
CAUTION
The dipstick must be inserted in place to
prevent oil spillage from the dipstick hole
while filling the engine with oil.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” (P.9-2) for drain and
refill capacity. The drain and refill
capacity depends on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time. Use these specifi-
cations for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. 11. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Install the engine undercover intoposition as the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic
clip out.
b. Hold the engine undercover into position.
c. Insert the clip through the under- cover into the hole in the frame, then
push the center of the clip in to lock
the clip in place.
d. Install the other bolts that hold the undercover in place. Be careful not
to strip the bolts or over-tighten
them.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
WARNING
. Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer. .
Try to avoid direct skin contact with used
oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.
. Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.

case, remove the extended storage switch
and replace it with a new fuse of the same
rating.
How to remove the extended storage
switch:
1. To remove the extended storage switch,be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs
*1found on
each side of the storage switch.
5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box
*2.
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
SDI2294
Replace the battery as follows:
1. Release the lock knob at the back of theIntelligent Key and remove the mechan-
ical key.
2. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver
*Awrapped with a cloth into the slit*Bof the corner and twist it to separate
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-27
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT

10-2
Cargo net .......................................................... 2-54Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................ 5-3
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ............. 4-90
Center multi-function control panel ..................... 4-3Child restraints ................................................. 1-20 Booster seats ............................................... 1-34
LATCH system .............................................. 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-20
Child safety ...................................................... 1-18
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes Audible reminders ....................................... 2-21
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-17
Circuit breaker, Fusible link............................... 8-25
Cleaning exterior and interior ....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control Automatic climate control .................. 4-43, 4-45
Clock ................................................................ 2-48
Coat hooks ....................................................... 2-53
Cockpit ............................................................... 2-3Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-85Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ... 4-66
Compact spare tire ........................................... 8-42
Compass ............................................................. 2-9
Console box ...................................................... 2-52
Continuous Damping Control ............................. 5-77
Controller, Center multi-function control panel .... 4-5
Controls
Control panel button ...................................... 4-3INFINITI Controller .......................................... 4-5 Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/ lubricants .............................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-11Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Corrosion protection ........................................... 7-6 Cover, Cargo cover ............................................ 2-55
Cruise control ................................................... 5-29 Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ... 5-50
Cup holders ...................................................... 2-50
Current fuel consumption .................................. 2-28
D
Daytime running light system ........................... 2-40
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-36
Dimensions ....................................................... 9-10 Distance Control Assist (DCA) system ................ 5-54
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light .................................................... 2-14
Distance to empty ............................................. 2-28
Door/lift gate open warning .............................. 2-25
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ....................... 2-21
Drive belts ........................................................ 8-19
Drive positioner ................................................ 3-32
Driving All-wheel drive (AWD) ................................... 5-75
Cold weather driving .................................... 5-85Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-15
On-pavement and off-road driving .................. 5-7
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3 Safety precautions ......................................... 5-8
DS (Drive Sport) mode ...................................... 5-17
DVD player operation ........................................ 4-67
E
Economy, Fuel ................................................... 5-74
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-28
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................ 2-28
Emission control information label .................... 9-13
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-29
Engine Before starting the engine ........................... 5-13
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-74
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-11Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-12
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-8Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-12
Engine block heater ..................................... 5-87
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-9
Engine oil .................................................... 8-11
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-26
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Engine serial number ................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-8
Engine start operation indicator ................... 2-24

10-4
IndicatorDot matrix display ....................................... 2-21
Lights .......................................................... 2-18
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .................. 2-32
INFINITI voice recognition system .................... 4-120
INFO button ........................................................ 4-9
Inside mirror ..................................................... 3-29
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .................... 9-31
Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-41
Instrument panel ................................................ 2-5
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator light ... 2-19
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system ................. 5-70
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full
Speed Range) ................................................... 5-31
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light .................................................... 2-15
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system,
Preview function ............................................... 5-54
Intelligent Key ..................................................... 3-2 Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ........ 2-24
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ...................... 2-24
Intelligent Key removal indicator ....................... 2-24
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-7 Battery replacement ..................................... 8-27
Intelligent Key system warning light ............ 2-15
Key operating range ....................................... 3-9
Key operation .............................................. 3-10
Warning signals ........................................... 3-12
Interior light control switch ............................... 2-63 Interior light replacement .................................. 8-30Interior lights .................................................... 2-63 iPod®player operation ..................................... 4-80
ISOFIX child restraint ........................................ 1-21
J
Jump starting ...................................................... 6-8
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) .................................................... 3-14
Keys ................................................................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system .............................. 3-7
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels ................................. 1-50
Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-13
Emission control information label ............... 9-13
Engine serial number ................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 9-12
Tire and Loading information label ...... 8-34, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .............. 9-11
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light ................................................... 2-19
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system ........... 5-24
Lane departure warning (LDW) system .............. 5-22
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP) system ................... 5-21
Lane departure warning chime .......................... 2-21
Lane departure warning light ............................ 2-15 LATCH system ................................................... 1-21
License plate, Installing front license plate ....... 9-14
Lift gate ............................................................ 3-18
Light
Air bag warning light ................................... 1-50
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-29
Cargo light ................................................... 2-65
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-42
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-37
Headlights bulb replacement ....................... 8-30Indicator lights ............................................ 2-18Interior light control switch .......................... 2-63Interior lights ............................................... 2-63
Map lights ................................................... 2-63
Personal lights ............................................. 2-63
Replacement ................................................ 8-29
Vanity mirror lights ...................................... 2-64
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ........................................ 2-13
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-36
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-30
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ......................................... 9-15 Lock Automatic door locks ..................................... 3-6
Door locks ..................................................... 3-4
Lift gate lock ................................................ 3-18
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Locking with mechanical key ............................... 3-4
Low fuel warning .............................................. 2-25
Low tire pressure warning light ......................... 2-15

Low tire pressure warning system (See tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS)) ................................. 5-4Low washer fluid warning ................................. 2-25
Luggage hooks ................................................. 2-54
M
Maintenance Battery ......................................................... 8-17
General maintenance ............................. 8-2, 8-3
Indicators for maintenance ........................... 2-26
Inside the vehicle .......................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ............................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ............................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle ........................................ 8-3
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-17
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ....................... 2-19
Map lights ........................................................ 2-63
Master warning light ......................................... 2-17
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ..... 3-34
Meter, Trip computer ......................................... 2-28 Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6 Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-41
Mirror
Inside mirror ................................................ 3-29
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-30
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-32
Monitor, Rearview monitor ................................ 4-24
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-60
N
Net, Cargo net .................................................. 2-54
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-74
No key warning ................................................. 2-24
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-6
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-7
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-12
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Engine oil .................................................... 8-11
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-26
Operation, Indicators for operation ................... 2-24 Outside air temperature .................................... 2-29
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-30
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-32
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-16
Parking Brake break-in ............................................. 5-79
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-20
Parking brake release warning ..................... 2-24 Parking on hills ........................................... 5-76
Personal lights .................................................. 2-63
Phone Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-94
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ........... 4-105
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-93
Power Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ................................................ 2-49
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Power steering system ................................. 5-77
Power windows ............................................ 2-58
Precautions
Audio operation ........................................... 4-49
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-78
Child restraints ............................................ 1-20Cruise control .............................................. 5-29Driving safety................................................. 5-8
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-22
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving .................. 5-7
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-11
Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-37
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ........ 1-13
Preview function ............................................... 5-79
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-54
10-5

10-6
Preview Function warning light .......................... 2-17
Push starting .................................................... 6-10
“PUSH” warning ............................................... 2-24
Push-button ignition switch ..................... 5-10, 5-11
R
Radio ................................................................ 4-49 Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-93
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................... 4-63
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................ 2-34
Rapid air pressure loss ....................................... 5-7
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test .......................................................... 9-31 Rear Active Steer system .................................. 5-85
Rear Active Steer warning light ......................... 2-17
Rear center seat belt ......................................... 1-17Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock ......... 3-6
Rear seats .......................................................... 1-5
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-36
Rear window wiper blades ................................ 8-24
Rearview monitor .............................................. 4-24
Recorders, Event data ....................................... 9-31
Registering your vehicle in another country ...... 9-11
Remote keyless entry system ............................ 3-14
Reporting safety defects ................................... 9-30
Roadside assistance program ............................. 6-2
Rollover .............................................................. 5-6 Roof
Moonroof ..................................................... 2-61 Roof rack ..................................................... 2-57
S
Safety
Child seat belts ........................................... 1-18
Towing safety ............................................... 9-23
Satellite radio operation ................................... 4-64
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .......................... 1-3
Front seats ..................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s) Child safety ................................................. 1-18
Infants ......................................................... 1-19
Injured persons ........................................... 1-13Larger children ............................................. 1-19
Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-11
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ... 1-13Pregnant women .......................................... 1-13
Rear center seat belt .................................... 1-17Seat belt cleaning .......................................... 7-6
Seat belt extenders ...................................... 1-17
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-17Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-17
Seat belts .................................................... 1-11
Seat belts with pretensioners ...................... 1-49
Shoulder belt height adjustment .................. 1-16
Small children ............................................. 1-19
Three-point type .......................................... 1-14
Seat synchronization function ........................... 3-33
Seat(s)
Climate controlled seats .............................. 2-45 Driver-side memory ...................................... 3-32
Heated seats ............................................... 2-43
Seats ............................................................. 1-2
Security system (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ........................................ 2-32 Security system, Vehicle security system .......... 2-30
Selector lever
Shift lock release ......................................... 5-19
Servicing climate control ................................... 4-48
SETTING button ................................................. 4-15
Shift lock release Transmission ............................................... 5-19
SHIFT “P”warning ............................................ 2-24
Shifting, Automatic transmission ....................... 5-15
Shoulder belt height adjustment, For
front seats ........................................................ 1-16
Snow mode switch ............................................ 2-46
Spare tire ........................................................... 9-9
Spark plugs ...................................................... 8-20
Speedometer ...................................................... 2-6
Starting Before starting the engine ........................... 5-13
Jump starting ................................................. 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
Push starting ............................................... 6-10
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-14
STATUS button .................................................... 4-9
Status light, Front passenger air bag ................ 1-44
Steering Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Power steering system ................................. 5-77