2012 INFINITI G-COUPE warning

1-56Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
systems will not operate in an accident. To
help avoid injury to yourself or others, have
your vehicle checked by a retailer as soon as
possible.
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-
DURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags and pretensioners are designed to
activate on a one-time-only basis. As a
reminder, unless it is damaged, the sup-
plemental air bag warning light will remain
illuminated after inflation has occurred.
Repair and replacement of these systems
should be done only by an INFINITI retailer.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags,
curtain air bags, pretensioners and related
parts should be pointed out to the person
conducting the maintenance. The ignition
switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or
inside the vehicle.
WARNING
. Once a front air bag, side air bag, or
curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must
be replaced. Additionally, the activated
pretensioner must also be replaced. The
air bag module and pretensioner should
be replaced by an INFINITI retailer. The
air bag module and pretensioner system
cannot be repaired.
. The front air bag, side air bag, curtain air
bag and the pretensioner system should
be inspected by an INFINITI retailer if
there is any damage to the front end or
side portion of the vehicle.
. If you need to dispose of the supple-
mental air bag or pretensioner or scrap
the vehicle, contact an INFINITI retailer.
Correct supplemental air bag and seat
belt pretensioner system disposal pro-
cedures are set forth in the appropriate
INFINITI Service Manual. Incorrect dis-
posal procedures could cause personal
injury.

2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit................................................................ 2-3
Instrument panel ................................................. 2-4
Meters and gauges .............................................. 2-6
Speedometer and odometer ............................ 2-7
Tachometer...................................................... 2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-8
Fuel gauge ...................................................... 2-9
Compass (if so equipped) .................................... 2-9 Zone variation change procedure ................... 2-11
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ............................................. 2-12 Checking bulbs.............................................. 2-12
Warning lights ............................................... 2-12
Indicator lights .............................................. 2-18
Audible reminders ......................................... 2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ........................ 2-20
Indicators for operation ................................. 2-22
Indicators for maintenance ............................ 2-24
Trip computer ................................................ 2-26
Security systems ............................................... 2-28
Vehicle Security System ................................ 2-28
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .............. 2-30
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................. 2-31
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped)............................................. 2-33 Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-34
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................... 2-34
Xenon headlights......................................... 2-34
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Turn signal switch........................................ 2-38
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-39
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................... 2-39
Horn ................................................................. 2-40
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................... 2-40
SNOW mode switch (if so equipped) ................. 2-41
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......... 2-42
Clock................................................................. 2-42
Adjusting the time ....................................... 2-42
Power outlet ..................................................... 2-43
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays (if so equipped).... 2-44
Front............................................................ 2-44
Rear............................................................. 2-44
Storage ............................................................. 2-45 Cup holders ................................................. 2-45
Sunglasses holder ...................................... 2-47
Glove box .................................................... 2-47
Console box................................................. 2-48
Card holder (if so equipped) ........................ 2-49
Storage box (if so equipped)........................ 2-50>

2-4Instruments and controls
SSI0671
1. Side ventilator (P.4-30)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Center ventilator (P.4-30)
4. Audio system (P.4-41)
5. Clock (P.2-42)
6. Center multi-function control panel—
Navigation system* (if so
equipped)
— Vehicle information and setting
buttons (P.4-9)
— Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem (if so equipped) (P.4-90, P.4-100) —
Audio system (P.4-41)
7. Center display (P.4-3)/Navigation sys- tem* (if so equipped)
8. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-39)
9. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-41)
10. Fuse box cover (P.8-24)
11. Parking brake (for Automatic Trans- mission models)
—Parking (P.5-20)
12. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-9)
13. Automatic climate control system (P.4-31)
14. Cigarette lighter and ashtray (if so equipped) (P.2-44) or storage box (if
so equipped) (P.2-50)
—Power outlet (if so equipped)
(P.2-43)
15. Parking brake (for Manual Transmis- sion models)
—Parking (P.5-20)
16. Heated seat switch (if so equipped) (P.2-40)
17. SNOW mode switch (if so equipped) (P.2-41)
18. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defroster switch (P.2-34)
INSTRUMENT PANEL

2-6Instruments and controls
SIC4288
1. Tachometer (P.2-8)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-12)
3. Speedometer (P.2-7)
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge(P.2-8)
5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/ Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P.2-20)
6. Fuel gauge (P.2-9)
*: The needle indicators in the speed-
ometer, tachometer, engine coolant
temperature gauge and fuel gauge may move slightly after the ignition
switch is pushed to the LOCK posi-
tion. This is not a malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES

SIC4292
FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximatefuel
level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during
braking, turning, acceleration, or going up
or down hills.
The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after
the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge
registers “E”(Empty).
The low fuel warning
appears on the
dot matrix liquid crystal display when the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge
reaches
“E”. There will be a small reserve
of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge
needle reaches “E”.
The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle.
CAUTION
. If the vehicle runs out of fuel, themalfunction indicator light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off. If the light remains on
after a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected by an INFINITI retailer.
. For additional information, see “Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL)” (P.2-18).
SIC3181
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the compass display
*Bwill
indicate the direction of the vehicle’ s
heading.
If the display reads “C ”, calibrate the
compass by driving the vehicle in 3
complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8
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COMPASS (if so equipped)

2-12Instruments and controls
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
models)*Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange)*Front fog light indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightIntelligent Key warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Automatic transmission check warning lightMaster warning lightLow beam indicator light
Brake warning lightPreview Function warning light (orange)*Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Seat belt warning lightSecurity indicator light
Charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) warning light*Automatic transmission position indicator
light**: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake and push the ignition switch to the
ON position without starting the engine.
The following lights will come on (if so
equipped):
,or,,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off (if so equipped):
,or,,,,,
If any light does not come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the dot matrix crystal display
between the speedometer and tachometer.
(See
“Dot matrix liquid crystal display”
(P.2-20).)
WARNING LIGHTS
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models) (if so equipped)
Thewarning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off
soon after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, or the
diameter of the front and the rear wheels
are different, the warning light will either
remain illuminated or blink. (See “All-
Wheel Drive (AWD)” (P.5-45).)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS

CAUTION
.If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction in
the AWD system. Reduce the vehicle
speed and have your vehicle checked by
an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
. If the AWD warning light blinks on when
you are driving:
—blinks rapidly (about twice a sec-
ond):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. The driving mode will
change to 2WD to prevent the AWD
system from malfunctioning. If the
warning light turns off, you can drive
again.
—blinks slowly (about once every 2seconds):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. Check that all tire
sizes are the same, tire pressure is
correct and tires are not worn.
. If the warning light is still on after the
above operations, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally, but without anti-
lock assistance. (See “Brake system”(P.5-
51).)
Automatic transmission check
warning light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the light comes on for 2
seconds. If the light comes on at any other
time, it may indicate the transmission is
not functioning properly. Have your INFINITI
retailer check and repair the transmission.
orBrake warning light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake
fluid level. If the light comes on while the
engine is running with the parking brake
not applied, stop the vehicle and perform
the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake
fluid is necessary, add fluid and have
the system checked by your INFINITI
retailer. (See “Brake and clutch fluid”
(P.8-15).)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator:
When the parking brake is released and
the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both
the brake warning light and the Anti-lock
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2-14Instruments and controls
Braking System (ABS) warning light illumi-
nate, it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning properly. Have the brake sys-
tem checked, and if necessary repaired, by
an INFINITI retailer promptly. (See“Anti-
lock Braking System (ABS) warning light”
(P.2-13).)
WARNING
. Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you judge
it to be safe, drive carefully to the
nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because driving it could be dangerous.
. Pressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
. If the brake fluid level is below the
minimum or MIN mark on the brake fluid
reservoir, do not drive until the brake
system has been checked at an INFINITI
retailer.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the charging
system is not functioning properly. Turn
the engine off and check the alternator
belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or
if the light remains on, see an INFINITI
retailer immediately.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt
is loose, broken or missing.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure.
If the light flickers or comes on during
normal driving, pull off the road in a safe
area, stop the engine immediatelyand call
an INFINITI retailer or other authorized
repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See
“Engine oil” (P.8-11).)
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not covered
by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as
it is safe to do so.
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS)
warning light (if so equipped)
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate that there is a
malfunction with the 4 Wheel Active Steer
(4WAS) portion of the steering system.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF position
and then to the ON position. If the light
does not turn off after cycling the engine,
have the system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
For further information about the 4 Wheel
Active Steer system, see “4 Wheel Active
Steer (4WAS) system” (P.5-57).
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the 4
Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) function will
cease but driving can be continued. How-
ever, the steering wheel is slightly turned