2-40Instruments and controls
SSS0911
The front seats are warmed by built-in
heaters. The switches located on the center
console can be operated independently of
each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the control knob
*Ato the right*1and select the desired heat range..For high heat, turn the knob to theright
*1..For low heat, turn the knob to the left
*2..The indicator light*Bwill illuminate
when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, return the knob to the OFF position
*3. Make sure that
the indicator light turns off.
The heater is controlled by a thermis-
tor, automatically turning the heater on
and off. The indicator light will remain
on as long as the switch is on.
When the vehicle’s interior is warmed,
or before you leave the vehicle, be sure
to turn off the switch.
GUID-12690BD1-4A77-4148-B6F0-89E2CD7AB51F
SIC4040
The climate controlled seat warms up or
cools down the front seats by blowing
warm or cool air from the surface of the
seat. The switches located on the center
console can be operated independently of
each other.
The surface temperature of the climate
controlled seats is automatically controlled
at an optimum temperature. However,
adjust the temperature using the control
knob if the seats are too hot or cold.
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the control knob
*Ato the heat
side
*1or to the cool side*2. The
indicator light
*Bon the control knob
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (if so
equipped)
GUID-CFC63CE6-3D5A-4EEA-A57E-D000A5F2D43D
JVI0329X
Automatic transmission models
SIC4316
Automatic transmission models
SIC4684
Manual transmission models
The power outlet is located in the center
console box and storage box (if so
equipped).
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 engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle 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 or any liquid to
contact the outlet.
Instruments and controls2-43
POWER OUTLETS
3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
GUID-A9F3BCAE-48C3-410A-B57A-E565AD1FBC2C
SPA2628
Interior/exterior view
1. Retractable hard top indicators (in the
dot matrix liquid crystal display)
2. Retractable hard top operating switch
3. Hard top
4. Rear parcel shelf
5. Trunk lid
6. Separator
7. Side flap
BEFORE OPERATING THE RETRACT-
ABLE HARD TOP
GUID-665F5476-1959-421B-B08B-C946E4860770The retractable hard top on this vehicle is
electrically operated. You can fully open or
close the retractable hard top only by
pushing the operating switch located on
the center console.
The retractable hard top operating switch
must be operated under all of the following
conditions.
. When the vehicle is stopped
. When the engine is running .
When the separator is fixed in the
position separating the roof storage
area and the trunk room
. When the trunk lid is closed
CAUTION
Always keep the engine running while
operating the retractable hard top. Even if
the engine stops, the retractable hard top
will also operate when the ignition switch is
in the ON position, but be sure to run the
engine to prevent battery discharge.
Be sure to follow the operating instructions
and all of the warnings and cautions in this
section.
Improper operation of the retractable hard
top could cause a system malfunction,
damage or deterioration of the retractable
hard top material and related parts.
WARNING
. Park the vehicle in a safe and level
location and apply the parking brake.
. Make sure the parking area is clear of
obstacles and there is enough clearance
RETRACTABLE HARD TOP
10-2
Cleaning exterior and interior...
....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control, Automatic climate control ...
........ 4-30
Clock ...
................................................................ 2-42
Closing the retractable hard top ...
....................... 3-24
Clutch fluid ...
....................................................... 8-13
Cockpit ...
............................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ...
......................................... 5-57
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ...
... 4-58
Compact spare tire ...
........................................... 8-39
Console box ...
...................................................... 2-47
Controller, Center multi-function control panel ...
.... 4-5
Controls Control panel button ...
...................................... 4-3
INFINITI Controller ...
.......................................... 4-5
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
............................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ...
........................ 8-9
Corrosion protection ...
........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ...
................................................... 5-21
Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ...
... 5-41
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ...
.......... 5-23
Cup holders ...
...................................................... 2-45
Current fuel consumption ...
.................................. 2-25
D
Daytime running light system ...
........................... 2-36
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ...
................................................ 2-33
Dimensions ...
....................................................... 9-10 Distance to empty
...
............................................. 2-25
Door/trunk open warning ...
.................................. 2-20
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ...
....................... 2-17
Drive belt ...
.......................................................... 8-18
Drive positioner ...
................................................ 3-38
Driving Cold weather driving ...
.................................... 5-57
Driving with automatic transmission ...
............ 5-13
Driving with manual transmission ...
................ 5-18
Precautions when starting and driving ...
........... 5-3
DS (Drive Sport) mode ...
...................................... 5-15
DVD player operation ...
........................................ 4-59
E
Economy, Fuel ...
................................................... 5-46
Elapsed time ...
..................................................... 2-25
Elapsed time and trip odometer ...
........................ 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ...
...................... 6-8
Emission control information label ...
.................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty ...
..................... 9-22
Engine
Before starting the engine ...
........................... 5-12
Break-in schedule ...
........................................ 5-46
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
............................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ...
...................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ...
........................ 8-9
Checking engine oil level ...
............................. 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ...
............................ 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ...
........................... 5-11 Engine block heater
...
..................................... 5-58
Engine compartment check locations ...
............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ...
................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
.................................................... 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ...
.................. 2-23
Engine oil viscosity ...
........................................ 9-7
Engine serial number ...
................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ...
..................................... 9-8
Engine start operation indicator (Automatic
Transmission models) ...
.................................. 2-19
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ...
.................................. 2-20
If your vehicle overheats ...
.............................. 6-16
Starting the engine ...
...................................... 5-12
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................... 9-24
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
.......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
............. 9-12
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ...
.............................. 8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ...
...................... 8-10
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...
.... 2-38
Flat tire ...
............................................................... 6-2
Changing flat tire (with spare tire) ...
................. 6-3
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ...
........................................ 6-8
Flat towing ...
........................................................ 9-20
Floor mat cleaning ...
.............................................. 7-5