2012 INFINITI G maintenance

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2-18Instruments and controls
INDICATOR LIGHTSGUID-6F0BDF2B-2346-4D8D-A381-D1F73487B880
Automatic Transmission (AT)
position indicator light (if so
equipped)
GUID-12A09BA6-228C-4AB5-9EA2-02DEE0F0D92FWhen the ignition switch is pushed to the
“ON” position, the indicator shows the
automatic selector position.
In the manual shift mode, when the
transmission does not shift to the selected
gear due to a transmission protection
mode, the AT position indicator light will
blink and a chime will sound.
See “Automatic transmission” (P.5-14) for
further details.
Front fog light indicator lightGUID-E775FCDC-933F-4374-BAC3-DEE01A256BE0The front fog light indicator light illumi-
nates when the front fog lights are on. (See
“Fog light switch” (P.2-39).)
Front passenger air bag status
light
GUID-6F13EEF6-2D06-42B1-92CB-0A7AAE6D4FDDThe front passenger air bag status light
(
) will be lit and the passenger front air
bag will be OFF depending on how the front
passenger seat is being used.
For front passenger air bag status light
operation, see “INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System (front seats)”
(P.1-46) of this
manual.
High beam indicator lightGUID-CF1B5A86-829A-457D-AB7B-526C908A9C34This light comes on when the headlight
high beam is on and goes out when the low
beam is selected.
Exterior light indicatorGUID-719E4302-7BDF-4301-A5E8-B6A39286535AThis indicator illuminates when the head-
light switch is turned to the AUTO (if so
equipped),
orposition and the
front parking lights, instrument panel
lights, rear combination lights, license
plate lights or headlights are on. The
indicator turns off when these lights are
turned off.
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)
GUID-31750F29-30E3-4506-AEB2-E92A82111EA9If the malfunction indicator light comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is
running, it may indicate a potential emis-
sion control malfunction.
The malfunction indicator light may also
come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose
or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel.
Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the
vehicle has at least 3 US gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off if no other potential
emission control system malfunction ex-
ists.
If this indicator light remains on for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indicates
that the vehicle is not ready for an
emission control system inspection/main-
tenance test. (See “Readiness for Inspec-
tion/Maintenance (I/M) test (US only)” (P.9-
27).)
Operation:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407The malfunction indicator light will come
on in one of two ways:
. Malfunction indicator light on steady —
An emission control system malfunc-
tion has been detected. Check the fuel-
filler cap. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle. The
light should turn off after a few driving
trips. If the
light does not turn off
after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by an INFINITI retai-
ler. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the retailer.

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18. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system MAIN switch indicator (if so
equipped)
GUID-D9CC1D2D-CB35-47C6-91AE-D047809EAD42The indicator is displayed when the In-
telligent Cruise Control (ICC) system main
switch is pushed. When the main switch is
pushed again, the indicator disappears.
While the main switch indicator is dis-
played, the ICC system is operational.
SIC3281
INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCEGUID-5EA9FA72-B4A3-457B-B214-AB899857C8F6
1. Engine oil replacement indicatorGUID-9093AFD1-78A3-4D19-83A9-09CE6DADBB03This indicator appears when the customer
set time comes for changing the engine oil.
You can set or reset the distance for
changing the engine oil. (See“Trip compu-
ter” (P.2-26).)
2. Oil filter replacement indicatorGUID-F7238B25-6F5D-425C-B3DE-A16E7C387E58This indicator appears when the customer
set time comes for replacing the oil filter.
You can set or reset the distance for
replacing the oil filter. (See “Trip compu-
ter” (P.2-26).)
3. Tire replacement indicatorGUID-77B7A7D1-C9B1-4B0B-A034-325DDE961E03This indicator appears when the customer
set distance comes for replacing tires. You
can set or reset the distance for replacing
tires. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-26).)
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, including
tire pressure checks. See “Changing wheels
and tires” (P.8-40). Many factors including
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road conditions affect tire wear and when
tires should be replaced. Setting the tire
replacement indicator for a certain driving
distance does not mean your tires will last
that long. Use the tire replacement indicator
as a guide only and always perform regular
tire checks. Failure to perform regular tire
checks, including tire pressure checks could
result in tire failure. Serious vehicle damage
could occur and may lead to a collision,
which could result in serious personal injury
or death.
4.“OTHER” indicatorGUID-D62188FD-F0C6-498B-8B24-505D6E1D491DThis indicator appears when the customer
set time comes for replacing items other
than the engine oil, oil filter and tires. You
can set or reset the distance for replacing
the items. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-26).)
More maintenance reminders are also
available on the center display. (See
“How to use INFO button” (P.4-9).)
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amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the
actual fuel consumption.
The display is updated every 30 seconds.
The dte mode includes a low range warning
feature. If the fuel level is low, the warning
is displayed on the screen.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the
dte display will change to“——”.
. If the amount of fuel added is small, the
display just before the ignition switch
is pushed to the OFF position may
continue to be displayed.
. When driving uphill or rounding curves,
the fuel in the tank shifts, which may
momentarily change the display.
5. Outside air temperature (ICY —8F
or 8C)
GUID-35621BA5-D61E-4ECD-9628-F300D193449AThe outside air temperature is displayed in
8F or 8C in the range of −22 to 1318F (−30
to 558C).
The outside air temperature mode includes
a low temperature warning feature. If the
outside air temperature is below 378F
(38C), the warning is displayed on the
screen.
The outside temperature sensor is located
in front of the radiator. The sensor may be affected by road or engine heat, wind
directions and other driving conditions.
The display may differ from the actual
outside temperature or the temperature
displayed on various signs or billboards.
6. SettingGUID-9F18B5C6-F437-4D24-B240-415AA28B0E09Setting cannot be made while driving. A
message
“Setting can only be operated
when stopped” is also displayed on the
dot matrix crystal display.
The
switch*Aandswitch*Bare
used in the setting mode to select and
decide a menu.
SKIP:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Push theswitch*Ato move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch*Bto select other
menus.
ALERT:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407There are 3 submenus under the alert
menu.
. BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. TIME TO REST
Select this submenu to specify when the
“time to rest” indicator activates.
. ICY
Select this submenu to display the low
outside temperature warning.
MAINTENANCE:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407There are 5 submenus under the main-
tenance menu.
. BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. ENGINE OIL
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for changing the engine oil.
. OIL FILTER
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing the oil filter.
. TIRE
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing tires.
. OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset
the distance for replacing items other
than the engine oil, oil filter and tires.
DISPLAY:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407There are 3 submenus under the display
menu.
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.Delete:
Deletes the last character that has been
input with one touch. Push and hold to
delete all of the characters.
. OK:
Completes character inputs.
Touch screen maintenanceGUID-E3D8C2B3-B87F-4DBB-8AF4-655EF548D2BCIf you clean the display screen, use a dry,
soft cloth. If additional cleaning is neces-
sary, use a small amount of neutral
detergent with a soft cloth. Never spray
the screen with water or detergent. Dam-
pen the cloth first, and then wipe the
screen.
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MENU OPTIONS (models with navi-
gation system)
GUID-4E5C1330-69EB-4862-A681-1F1045FB93F1The start menu can be displayed using the
menu control switch on the steering-wheel-
mounted controls.
1. While the MAP or STATUS screen is displayed, push and hold the menu
control switch until the “Menu Options”
screen appears.
2. Highlight the preferred item by tilting the menu control switch up or down,
and then push the menu control switch
to select it.
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Available itemsGUID-924ADD2F-5CCF-4D9C-BA75-D6B9E03DFA00
Destination/Route:GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407These items are for the navigation system.
See the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for details.
Info:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Displays the information screen. It is the
same screen that appears when you push
the INFO button.
Settings:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Displays the settings screen. It is the same
screen that appears when you push the
SETTING button.
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Maintenance informationGUID-6CA2CDFA-FC15-42AA-9EFD-CE037A72365BThe maintenance intervals can be dis-
played for the engine oil, oil filter, tire
and other reminders.
To set a maintenance interval, select a
preferred item from the list.
You can also set to display a message to
remind you that the maintenance needs to
be performed.
The following example shows how to set
the engine oil maintenance information.
Use the same steps to set the other
maintenance information.
1. Set the interval (mileage) of the main-tenance schedule. To determine the
recommended maintenance interval,
refer to your “INFINITI Service and
Maintenance Guide”.
2. To display the reminder automatically when the desired distance is reached,
select the “Reminder” key.
3. Reset the driving distance to the new maintenance schedule.
4. To return to the previous screen, push the BACK button.
The unit can be converted between “US”
and “Metric”. (See “How to use SETTING button”
(P.4-14).)
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Models with navigation system
SAA1611
Models without navigation system

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odors such as pulp or chemicals and
exhaust gas such as gasoline or diesel.
When the automatic intake air control is
ON, for the first 5 minutes, the recircula-
tion mode is selected to prevent dust, dirt
and pollen from entering the vehicle and
cleans the air inside of the vehicle with
Plasmacluster
®ion that are emitted from
the ventilator.
After 5 minutes, the sensor detects outside
odors and exhaust gas and automatically
alternates between the recirculation mode
and outside air circulation mode.
OPERATING TIPSGUID-05B14404-70B8-489F-89C7-C5767F0AC7CEWhen the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air
flow from the foot outlets may not operate
for a maximum of 150 seconds. This is not
a malfunction. After the coolant tempera-
ture warms up, air will flow normally from
the foot outlets.
SIC2768
The sunload sensor*Aon the instrument
panel helps maintain a constant tempera-
ture. Do not put anything on or around this
sensor.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTERGUID-25EB7DE1-36F7-4B0F-9FD5-D23071134FE8Type A and B:
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 Maintenance Guide.
To replace the filter, contact an INFINITI retailer.
The filter should be replaced if air flow is
extremely decreased or when windows fog
up easily when operating heater or air
conditioning system.
Type C:
The climate control system is equipped
with a natural grape seed polyphenol filter
which collects 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
decreases significantly or if windows fog
up easily when operating the heater or air
conditioner.

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SAA2517
Models with navigation system
SAA2438
Models without navigation system
Music Box®settingsGUID-EBF55FB9-4A2B-4B66-8082-A26C6DBA92D6To set the Music box®hard drive/flash
memory to your preferred settings, select
the “Menu” key during playback, and the
“Music Box Settings” key with the INFINITI
controller, and then push the ENTER
button.
Music Box Used/Free Space:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Information about “Saved Album”,“Saved
Track” and“Remaining Time” is displayed.
Automatic Recording:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407When this item is turned to ON, the Music
Box®hard drive/flash memory automati-
cally starts recording when a CD is
inserted.
Delete Songs from Music Box:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Deletes the current song, selected songs or
albums by choosing from the list, or all
songs/albums in the Music Box
®.
Recording Quality:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Set the recording quality of 105 kbps or
132 kbps. The default is set to 105 kbps.
CDDB Version (models with navigation
system)/Gracenote Database Version
(models without navigation system):
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407The version of the built-in Gracenote Database is displayed.
GracenoteGUID-69AF800C-C11F-4941-B875-EB4F76825E2E
NOTE:
.
The information contained in the Grace-
note Database is not fully guaranteed.
. The service of the Gracenote Database
on the Internet may be stopped with-
out prior notice for maintenance.
End-User License Agreement
USE OF THIS PRODUCT IMPLIES ACCEP-
TANCE OF THE TERMS BELOW.
Gracenote
®MusicID®Terms of Use
This application or device contains soft-
ware from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville,
California (“Gracenote”). The software from
Gracenote (the “Gracenote Software”) en-
ables this application to perform disc and/
or file identification and obtain music-
related information, including name, artist,
track, and title information (“Gracenote
Data”) from online servers or embedded
databases (collectively, “Gracenote Ser-
vers”) and to perform other functions. You
may use Gracenote Data only by means of
the intended End-User functions of this
application or device. You agree that you
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