2013 INFINITI M-HEV ECU

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Operation:
The 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 LOOSE FUEL CAP
warning appears in the dot matrix
liquid crystal display. 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 thelight
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking —
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission con-
trol system.
To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades. 4) If possible, reduce the amount of
cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may
stop blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having
the emission control system checked and
repaired as necessary could lead to poor
driveability, reduced fuel economy, and
possible damage to the emission control
system.
READY to drive indicator light
The READY to drive indicator light illumi-
nates when the hybrid system is powered
and the vehicle may be driven.
Security indicator light
The light blinks when the ignition switch is
in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This
function indicates the security system
equipped on the vehicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning, this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position. For additional
information, see
“Security systems” later
in this section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal
switch lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light
The light comes on when the vehicle
dynamic control off switch is pushed to
OFF. This indicates that the vehicle dynamic
control system and traction control system
are not operating.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chime
A chime will sound if the driver side door is
opened while the ignition switch is pushed
to the ACC position. Make sure the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position, and
take the Intelligent Key with you when
leaving the vehicle.

(Push the ignition switch?ignition
switch position is turned to ON) ?
PUSH warning ?(Push the ignition
switch ?ignition switch position is
turned to OFF)
6. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the
battery with a new one. (See “Intelligent
Key battery replacement” in the“8. Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
7. Intelligent Key ignition indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power and
when the Intelligent Key System and
vehicle are not communicating normally.
If this indicator appears, touch the ignition
switch with the Intelligent Key while
depressing the brake pedal. (See “Intelli-
gent Key battery discharge” in the“5.
Starting and driving” section.)
8. Parking brake release warning
This warning appears when the vehicle
speed is above 4 MPH (7 km/h) and the parking brake is applied.
9. Low fuel warning
This warning appears when the fuel level in
the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it
is convenient, preferably before the fuel
gauge reaches the empty (0) position.
There is a small reserve of fuel remaining
in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches
the empty (0) position.
10. Low washer fluid warning
This warning appears when the washer
tank fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid
as necessary. (See
“Window washer fluid”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section.)
11. Door/trunk open warning (igni-
tion switch is in the ON position)
This warning appears if any of the doors
and/or the trunk lid are open or not closed
securely. The vehicle icon indicates which
door or the trunk lid is open on the display.
12. Intelligent Key system warning
This warning appears if there is a malfunc-
tion in the steering lock system or Intelli-
gent Key system. If this warning appears while the hybrid
system is stopped, the steering lock (if so
equipped) cannot be released or the hybrid
system cannot be started. If this warning
appears while the hybrid system is run-
ning, the vehicle can be driven. However,
contact an INFINITI retailer for repair as
soon as possible.
13. Loose fuel cap warning
This warning appears when the fuel-filler
cap is not tightened correctly after the
vehicle has been refueled. (See
“Fuel-filler
cap ”in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.)
14. Check tire pressure warning
This warning appears when the low tire
pressure warning light in the meter illumi-
nates and low tire pressure is detected. If
this warning appears, stop the vehicle and
adjust the pressure to the recommended
COLD tire pressure shown on the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label. (See
“Low tire pressure warning light” earlier in
this section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ”in the “5. Starting and
driving” section.)
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.OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset
the distance for replacing items other
than the engine oil, oil filter and tires.
OPTIONS:
There are 4 submenus under the display
menu.
. BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. LANGUAGE
Select this submenu to choose English
or French for display.
. UNIT
Select this submenu to choose the unit
from miles, MPG, 8F or km, l/100km,
8C.
. EFFECTS
Select this menu to set the dial effects
described below to on or off.
— The indicator needles sweep in the
meters when the hybrid system is
started.11. Warning check
SKIP:
Push the
switch*Ato move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch*Bto select other
menus.
DETAIL:
This item is available only when a warning
is displayed.
Select this menu to see the details of
warnings.
SIC2132
Your vehicle has two types of security
systems, as follows:
. Vehicle security system
. INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS

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VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual
and audio alarm signals if someone opens
the doors, hood, or trunk lid when the
system is armed. It is not, however, a
motion detection type system that acti-
vates when a vehicle is moved or when a
vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
theft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your Intelligent Key(s) in the
vehicle, and always lock it when unat-
tended. Be aware of your surroundings,
and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever
possible.
Many devices offering additional protec-
tion, such as component locks, identifica-
tion markers, and tracking systems, are
available at auto supply stores and speci-
alty shops. Your INFINITI retailer may also
offer such equipment. Check with your
insurance company to see if you may be
eligible for discounts for various theft
protection features.
SIC2045
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.The system can be armed even if the
windows are open.
2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
4. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with
the Intelligent Key, door handle request
switch, power door lock switch or
mechanical key. 5. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light
stays on for about 30 seconds. The
vehicle security system is now pre-
armed. After about 30 seconds the
vehicle security system automatically
shifts into the armed phase. The
security light begins to flash once every
approximately 3 seconds. If, during this
30-second pre-arm time period, the
door is unlocked, or the ignition switch
is pushed to ACC or ON, the system will
not arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood, and trunk lid locked
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position. When pushing the ignition switch
to the ACC or ON position, the system will
be released.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the
following alarm:
. The headlights blink and the horn
sounds intermittently.
. The alarm automatically turns off after
approximately 1 minute. However, the
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SIC2045
Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on
the meter panel. It indicates the status of
the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch
was in the LOCK, ACC or OFF position. This
function indicates the security systems
equipped on the vehicle are operational.
If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
is malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.If the light still remains on and/or the
hybrid system will not start, see an
INFINITI retailer for INFINITI Vehicle Immo-
bilizer System service as soon as possible.
Please bring all Intelligent Keys that you
have when visiting an INFINITI retailer for
service.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm windshield with the defros-
ter before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
.
Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
. Do not operate the washer if the
reservoir tank is empty.
. Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
. Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’ s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

SIC3248
COAT HOOKS
The coat hooks are equipped beside the
rear personal lights.
CAUTION
Do not place items which are more than 2 lb
(1 kg) on the hook.
SIC4350
TRUNK HOOKS
WARNING
.Always make sure that the cargo is
properly secured. Use the suitable ropes
and hooks.
. Unsecured cargo can become dangerous
in an accident or sudden stop.
CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than 22 lb
(10 kg) to a single hook.
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SIC4328
To activate or deactivate the welcome light
function, perform the following procedure.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ONposition.
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 completed.
Once the welcome light function is active, the courtesy 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 courtesy 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.
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WELCOME LIGHT

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The light illuminates when the trunk lid is
opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the
light will turn off.
The light will also turn off after a period of
time when the light remains illuminated
after the ignition switch has been pushed
to the OFF or LOCK position to prevent the
12-volt battery from becoming discharged.The HomeLink®Universal Transceiver pro-
vides a convenient way to consolidate the
functions of up to three individual hand-
held transmitters into one built-in device.
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver:
. Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF)
devices such as garage doors, gates,
home and office lighting, entry door
locks and security systems.
. Is powered by your vehicle’s 12-volt
battery. No separate batteries are
required. If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery
is discharged or is disconnected,
HomeLink
®will retain all programming.
When the HomeLink®Universal Transcei-
ver is programmed, retain the original
transmitter for future programming proce-
dures (Example: new vehicle purchases).
Upon sale of the vehicle, the programmed
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver buttons
should be erased for security purposes.
For additional information, refer to “Pro-
gramming HomeLink
®” later in this sec-
tion.
WARNING
. Do not use the HomeLink®Universal
Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse
features as required by federal safety
standards. (These standards became
effective for opener models manufac-
tured after April 1, 1982). A garage door
opener which cannot detect an object in
the path of a closing garage door and
then automatically stop and reverse,
does not meet current federal safety
standards. Using a garage door opener
without these features increases the risk
of serious injury or death.
. During the programming, procedure your
garage door or security gate will open
and close (if the transmitter is within
range). Make sure that people or objects
are clear of the garage door, gate, etc.
that you are programming.
. Your vehicle’s INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem should be turned off
while programming the HomeLink®Uni-
versal Transceiver. Do not breathe ex-
haust gases: they contain colorless and
odorless carbon monoxide. Carbon mon-
oxide is dangerous. It can cause uncon-
sciousness or death.
TRUNK LIGHT HomeLink®UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER