2012 INFINITI M-HEV ignition

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SIC3272
FOG LIGHT SWITCH
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the
switch to the
position. To turn them
off, turn the switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog
lights to operate.
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, turning the fog light switch to the
position will turn on the headlights,
fog lights and the other lights while the
ignition switch is in the ON position or the
hybrid system is running.
SIC2574
Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under
emergency conditions. All turn signal lights
will flash.
WARNING
. If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
. Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to drive
so slowly that your vehicle might be-
come a hazard to other traffic. .
Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
Theflashercanbeactuatedwiththe
ignition switch in any position.
When an impact that could activate the
supplemental air bags is detected, the
hazard warning flasher lights blink auto-
matically. If the hazard warning flasher
switch is pushed, the hazard warning
flashers will turn off.
WARNING
Do not turn the hazard warning flasher
switch to off until you can make sure that it
is safe to do so. Also, the hazard flasher
warning may not blink automatically de-
pending on the force of impact.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH
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SIC3272
FOG LIGHT SWITCH
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the
switch to the
position. To turn them
off, turn the switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog
lights to operate.
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, turning the fog light switch to the
position will turn on the headlights,
fog lights and the other lights while the
ignition switch is in the ON position or the
hybrid system is running.
SIC2574
Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under
emergency conditions. All turn signal lights
will flash.
WARNING
. If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
. Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to drive
so slowly that your vehicle might be-
come a hazard to other traffic. .
Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
Theflashercanbeactuatedwiththe
ignition switch in any position.
When an impact that could activate the
supplemental air bags is detected, the
hazard warning flasher lights blink auto-
matically. If the hazard warning flasher
switch is pushed, the hazard warning
flashers will turn off.
WARNING
Do not turn the hazard warning flasher
switch to off until you can make sure that it
is safe to do so. Also, the hazard flasher
warning may not blink automatically de-
pending on the force of impact.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

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SIC4339
The power outlet is located in the center
console.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot during or
immediately after use.
. Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do
not use double adapters or more than
one electrical accessory.
. Use power outlet with the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
TMSystem running to
avoid discharging the vehicle 12-volt battery.
. Avoid using power outlet when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
. This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may blow.
. Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,
be sure the electrical accessory being
used is turned OFF.
. When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
outlet.
. Do not leave the console box open. The
open lid may suddenly close when the
vehicle stops.
SIC4340
FRONT
To open the ashtray lid, push the lid down
and release it
*1.
To empty the ashtray, pull out
*2.
The cigarette lighter operates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
Push the lighter in all the way
*3, then
release it. When the lighter is heated, it will
spring out. Return the lighter to its original
position after use.
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POWER OUTLET CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAYS
SIC4339
The power outlet is located in the center
console.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot during or
immediately after use.
. Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do
not use double adapters or more than
one electrical accessory.
. Use power outlet with the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
TMSystem running to
avoid discharging the vehicle 12-volt battery.
. Avoid using power outlet when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
. This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may blow.
. Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,
be sure the electrical accessory being
used is turned OFF.
. When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
outlet.
. Do not leave the console box open. The
open lid may suddenly close when the
vehicle stops.
SIC4340
FRONT
To open the ashtray lid, push the lid down
and release it
*1.
To empty the ashtray, pull out
*2.
The cigarette lighter operates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
Push the lighter in all the way
*3, then
release it. When the lighter is heated, it will
spring out. Return the lighter to its original
position after use.
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CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than 22 lb
(10 kg) to a single hook.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
.Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is
in motion and before closing the win-
dows. Use the window lock switch to
prevent unexpected use of the power
windows.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls and be-
come trapped in the window. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the
ignition switch is in the ON position or for
about 45 seconds after the ignition switch
is pushed to the OFF position. If the
driver ’sorfrontpassenger ’s door is
opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is can-
celed.
SIC4352
1. Driver side window
2. Front passenger side window
3. Rear left passenger side window
4. Rear right passenger side window
5. Window lock button
Main power window switch (driver ’s
side)
To open or close the window, push down
*Aor pull up*Bthe switch and hold it.
The main switch (driver side switches) will
open or close all the windows.
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WINDOWS
CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than 22 lb
(10 kg) to a single hook.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
. Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is
in motion and before closing the win-
dows. Use the window lock switch to
prevent unexpected use of the power
windows.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls and be-
come trapped in the window. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the
ignition switch is in the ON position or for
about 45 seconds after the ignition switch
is pushed to the OFF position. If the
driver ’sorfrontpassenger ’s door is
opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is can-
celed.
SIC4352
1. Driver side window
2. Front passenger side window
3. Rear left passenger side window
4. Rear right passenger side window
5. Window lock button
Main power window switch (driver ’s
side)
To open or close the window, push down
*Aor pull up*Bthe switch and hold it.
The main switch (driver side switches) will
open or close all the windows.
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WINDOWS

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Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances immediately
before the closed position which cannot be
detected. Make sure that all passengers
have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle
before closing the window.
If the control unit detects something
caught in the window as it is closing, the
window will be immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated
when the window is closed by automatic
operation when the ignition switch is in the
ON position or for 45 seconds after the
ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window
occurs.
If the windows do not close auto-
matically
If the power window automatic function(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initi-
alize the power window system.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window completely by oper- ating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold
the switch more than 3 seconds after
the window is closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after performing
the procedure above, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
WARNING
. In an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child re-
straints.
. Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.
CAUTION
.Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the moonroof before opening.
. Do not place any heavy object on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
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MOONROOF
Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances immediately
before the closed position which cannot be
detected. Make sure that all passengers
have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle
before closing the window.
If the control unit detects something
caught in the window as it is closing, the
window will be immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated
when the window is closed by automatic
operation when the ignition switch is in the
ON position or for 45 seconds after the
ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window
occurs.
If the windows do not close auto-
matically
If the power window automatic function (closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initi-
alize the power window system.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window completely by oper- ating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold
the switch more than 3 seconds after
the window is closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after performing
the procedure above, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
WARNING
. In an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child re-
straints.
. Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.
CAUTION
.Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the moonroof before opening.
. Do not place any heavy object on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
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AUTOMATIC MOONROOF
The moonroof only operates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
The automatic moonroof is operational for
about 45 seconds, even if the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position. If the
driver’s door or the passenger ’s door is
opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the moonroof is can-
celed.
SIC4355
Sunshade
The sunshade will open automatically
when the moonroof is opened. However,
it must be closed manually.
Tilting the moonroof
To tilt up, first close the moonroof, then
push the switch to the tilt up position
*1
and release it; it need not be held. To tilt
down the moonroof, push the switch to the
tilt down position
*2.
Sliding the moonroof
To fully open or close the moonroof, push
the switch to the open
*2or close*1
position and release it; it need not be held.
The roof will automatically open or close all
the way. To stop the roof, push the switch
once more while it is opening or closing.
Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances immediately
before the closed position which cannot be
detected. Make sure that all passengers
have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle
before closing the moonroof.
If the control unit detects something
caught in the moonroof when it is closing,
the moonroof will be immediately opened.
The auto reverse function can be activated
when the moonroof is closed by automatic
operation when the ignition switch is in the
ON position or for about 45 seconds after
the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
If the moonroof cannot be closed auto-
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AUTOMATIC MOONROOF
The moonroof only operates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
The automatic moonroof is operational for
about 45 seconds, even if the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position. If the
driver ’s door or the passenger ’s door is
opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the moonroof is can-
celed.
SIC4355
Sunshade
The sunshade will open automatically
when the moonroof is opened. However,
it must be closed manually.
Tilting the moonroof
To tilt up, first close the moonroof, then
push the switch to the tilt up position
*1
and release it; it need not be held. To tilt
down the moonroof, push the switch to the
tilt down position
*2.
Sliding the moonroof
To fully open or close the moonroof, push
the switch to the open
*2or close*1
position and release it; it need not be held.
The roof will automatically open or close all
the way. To stop the roof, push the switch
once more while it is opening or closing.
Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances immediately
before the closed position which cannot be
detected. Make sure that all passengers
have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle
before closing the moonroof.
If the control unit detects something
caught in the moonroof when it is closing,
the moonroof will be immediately opened.
The auto reverse function can be activated
when the moonroof is closed by automatic
operation when the ignition switch is in the
ON position or for about 45 seconds after
the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
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SIC4349
The rear sunshade operates when the
power ignitionis in the ON position.
The rear sunshade switches are located on
the instrument panel.
To raise and lower the sunshade, push the
switch.
The switch need not be held.
When the selector lever is moved to the“R ”
(Reverse) position, the rear sunshade
automatically lowers.
CAUTION
. Do not place objects (such as news-
papers, handkerchiefs, etc.) on the
sunshade inlet port. Doing so may
entangle these objects in the sunshade
when it is extending or retracting,
causing improper operation or damage
to the sunshade.
. Do not push the sunshade arm with your
hands, etc., as this may deform it.
Improper operation or damage to the
sunshade may result.
. Do not put any object into the sunshade
inlet port as this may result in improper
operation or damage the sunshade.
. Do not hang any object on the arm rail
as this may result in improper operation
or damage the sunshade.
. Do not forcefully pull the sunshade.
Doing so may elongate the sunshade.
Improper operation or damage to the
sunshade may result.
SIC4328
To activate or deactivate the welcome light
function, perform the following procedure.
Note that the function is set to disabled as
the factory default setting.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position.
2. Open the driver ’s side door.
3. Within 20 seconds after the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position,
push the door open request switch on
the driver ’s side door handle for more
than 5 seconds with the driver ’s door
open.
4. A chime sounds when the setting is
WELCOME LIGHT
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SIC4349
The rear sunshade operates when the
power ignitionis in the ON position.
The rear sunshade switches are located on
the instrument panel.
To raise and lower the sunshade, push the
switch.
The switch need not be held.
When the selector lever is moved to the “R ”
(Reverse) position, the rear sunshade
automatically lowers.
CAUTION
. Do not place objects (such as news-
papers, handkerchiefs, etc.) on the
sunshade inlet port. Doing so may
entangle these objects in the sunshade
when it is extending or retracting,
causing improper operation or damage
to the sunshade.
. Do not push the sunshade arm with your
hands, etc., as this may deform it.
Improper operation or damage to the
sunshade may result.
. Do not put any object into the sunshade
inlet port as this may result in improper
operation or damage the sunshade.
. Do not hang any object on the arm rail
as this may result in improper operation
or damage the sunshade.
. Do not forcefully pull the sunshade.
Doing so may elongate the sunshade.
Improper operation or damage to the
sunshade may result.
SIC4328
To activate or deactivate the welcome light
function, perform the following procedure.
Note that the function is set to disabled as
the factory default setting.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position.
2. Open the driver ’s side door.
3. Within 20 seconds after the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position,
push the door open request switch on
the driver ’s side door handle for more
than 5 seconds with the driver ’s door
open.
4. A chime sounds when the setting is
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completed.
Once the welcome light function is active,
the puddle light
*Aand the passenger
cabin illumination will illuminate when you
approach the vehicle with the Intelligent
Key (within approximately 3.3 ft (1 m) of
the antenna built inside the door handles)
and the following conditions are met.
. All doors are closed and locked.
. The ignition switch is in the LOCK or OFF
position.
. The Intelligent Key is outside the
vehicle.
. The puddle light operates within a set
duration.
In order to help maximize 12-volt battery
life, do not store the Intelligent Key within
the vehicle detection range.
BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
The welcome light function will be deacti-
vated automatically to prevent 12-volt
battery discharge under the following
conditions.
. If the welcome light function does not
operate within a set duration. Note that
the duration is set to 9 days as the
factory default setting. To activate the welcome light function again, start the
engine.
. If the welcome light function is acti-
vated 15 consecutive times when you
approach and leave the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key without the doors being
unlocked. To activate the welcome light
function again, unlock any door.
SIC4356
MAP LIGHTS
Push the button as illustrated to turn the
light on or off.
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INTERIOR LIGHTS
completed.
Once the welcome light function is active,
the puddle light
*Aand the passenger
cabin illumination will illuminate when you
approach the vehicle with the Intelligent
Key (within approximately 3.3 ft (1 m) of
the antenna built inside the door handles)
and the following conditions are met.
. All doors are closed and locked.
. The ignition switch is in the LOCK or OFF
position.
. The Intelligent Key is outside the
vehicle.
. The puddle light operates within a set
duration.
In order to help maximize 12-volt battery
life, do not store the Intelligent Key within
the vehicle detection range.
BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
The welcome light function will be deacti-
vated automatically to prevent 12-volt
battery discharge under the following
conditions.
. If the welcome light function does not
operate within a set duration. Note that
the duration is set to 9 days as the
factory default setting. To activate the welcome light function again, start the
engine.
. If the welcome light function is acti-
vated 15 consecutive times when you
approach and leave the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key without the doors being
unlocked. To activate the welcome light
function again, unlock any door.
SIC4356
MAP LIGHTS
Push the button as illustrated to turn the
light on or off.
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SIC3250
PERSONAL LIGHTS
Rear
Push the button as illustrated to turn the
light on or off.
SIC4357
INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
*1ON switch
When the ON switch*1is pushed on, the
map lights and rear personal lights will
illuminate. When the switch is turned off,
the lights will not illuminate, regardless of
the condition.
*2DOOR OFF switch
When the DOOR OFF switch*2is not
pushed on, the map lights and rear
personal lights will illuminate under the
following conditions: .
ignition switch is switched to the OFF
position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. doors are unlocked by pushing the
UNLOCK button on the Intelligent Key
or door handle request switch with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. any door is opened and then closed
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. any door is opened
— remain on while the door is opened.
When the door is closed, the lights
go off.
When the DOOR OFF switch
*2is pushed
on, the map and rear personal lights will
not illuminate under the above condition.
The map and rear personal lights can be
turned on only with the ON switch
*1.
The lights will also turn off after 15
minutes when the lights remain illumi-
nated after the ignition switch has been
pushed to the OFF or LOCK position to
prevent the 12-volt battery from becoming
discharged.
When the auto interior illumination is set
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SIC3250
PERSONAL LIGHTS
Rear
Push the button as illustrated to turn the
light on or off.
SIC4357
INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
*1ON switch
When the ON switch*1is pushed on, the
map lights and rear personal lights will
illuminate. When the switch is turned off,
the lights will not illuminate, regardless of
the condition.
*2DOOR OFF switch
When the DOOR OFF switch*2is not
pushed on, the map lights and rear
personal lights will illuminate under the
following conditions: .
ignition switch is switched to the OFF
position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. doors are unlocked by pushing the
UNLOCK button on the Intelligent Key
or door handle request switch with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. any door is opened and then closed
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. any door is opened
— remain on while the door is opened.
When the door is closed, the lights
go off.
When the DOOR OFF switch
*2is pushed
on, the map and rear personal lights will
not illuminate under the above condition.
The map and rear personal lights can be
turned on only with the ON switch
*1.
The lights will also turn off after 15
minutes when the lights remain illumi-
nated after the ignition switch has been
pushed to the OFF or LOCK position to
prevent the 12-volt battery from becoming
discharged.
When the auto interior illumination is set