3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2733
1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1
located below the instrument panel;
the hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the
hood with your fingertips and raise the
hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down to latch both the right
and left locks. Push the hood down to
lock the hood securely into place.
WARNING
. Make sure the hood is completely closed
and latched before driving. Failure to do
so could cause the hood to fly open and
result in an accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
WARNING
.Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. See “Exhaust
gas (carbon monoxide)” in the“5.
Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
. Closely supervise children when they are
around cars to prevent them from play-
ing and becoming locked in the trunk
where they could be seriously injured.
Keep the car locked, with the trunk
closed, when not in use, and prevent
children’s access to Intelligent Keys.
HOOD TRUNK LID
3-20Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2766
OPENING WITH KEY
To open the trunk lid, insert the mechanical
key to the trunk key cylinder and turn the
key to the right side of the vehicle. To
close, remove the key and push the trunk
lid down.
TRUNK OPEN BUTTON
The trunk lid can be opened by pushing the
TRUNK OPEN buttonon the Intelligent
Key for more than 1 second.
SPA2767
TRUNK RELEASE POWER CANCEL
SWITCH
When the switch located inside the glove
box is in the OFF position
*A, the power to
the trunk lid will be canceled and the trunk
lid cannot be opened by the trunk lid
release switch, the trunk open request
switch or the TRUNK button on the
Intelligent Key.
When you have to leave the vehicle with a
valet and want to keep your belongings
safe in the glove box and the trunk, push
this switch to OFF and lock the glove box
with the mechanical key. Then leave the vehicle and the Intelligent Key with the
valet and keep the mechanical key with
you.
See
“Keys” earlier in this section.
To connect the power to the trunk lid, push
the switch to the ON
*Bposition.
AUTO CLOSURE
If the trunk lid is pulled down to a partly
open position, the trunk lid will pull itself
to the closed position.
Do not apply excessive force when the
auto closure is operating. Excessive force
applied may cause the mechanism to
malfunction.
CAUTION
. The trunk lid will automatically close
from a partly open position. To avoid
pinching, keep hands and fingers away
from trunk lid opening.
. Do not let children operate the trunk lid.
The auto closure may not function if the
battery is weak. If the auto closure does
not work, close the trunk lid manually, or
perform the auto closure operation again
after starting the engine.
If the auto closure operation is performed
repeatedly with the trunk overloaded, the
auto closure may not operate properly.
Reduce the amount of items in trunk. If the
auto closure still does not operate, have
the system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
SPA2768
INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they are
around cars to prevent them from playing
and becoming locked in the trunk where
they could be seriously injured. Keep the car
locked, with the trunk lid securely latched,
when not in use, and prevent children’s
access to Intelligent Keys.
The interior trunk lid release mechanism
allows opening of the trunk lid in the eventthat people become locked inside the trunk
or in the event of the loss of electrical
power such as a discharged battery.
Releasing inside the trunk
To open the trunk lid from the inside, pull
the release handle
*1until the lock
releases and push up on the trunk lid.
The release lever is made of a material that
glows in the dark after a brief exposure to
ambient light.
The handle is located on the back of the
trunk lid as illustrated.
Releasing from the rear seat
You can access the release handle through
the trunk pass-through (rear seat armrest).
(See “Armrest” in the“1. Safety —Seats,
seat belts and supplemental restraint
system” section.)
To open the trunk lid from the rear seat,
pull the release handle towards front of
vehicle until the lock releases.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-21
WARNING
.Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the support of
others alone in your vehicle. Pets should
not be left alone either. They could
accidentally injure themselves or others
through inadvertent operation of the
vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals.
. Closely supervise children when they are
around cars to prevent them from play-
ing and becoming locked in the trunk
where they could be seriously injured.
Keep the car locked, with the rear
seatback and trunk lid securely latched
when not in use, and prevent children’s
access to car keys.
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)
WARNING
.Do not breathe exhaust gases; they
contain colorless and odorless carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is danger-
ous. It can cause unconsciousness or
death.
. If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all
windows fully open, and have the
vehicle inspected immediately.
. Do not run the engine in closed spaces
such as a garage.
. Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for any extended length of time.
. Keep the trunk lid closed while driving,
otherwise exhaust gases could be drawn
into the passenger compartment. If you
must drive with the trunk lid open,
follow these precautions:
1) Open all the windows.
2) Set the
air recirculation to off
and the fan control to high to
circulate the air. .
If electrical wiring or other cable con-
nections must pass to a trailer through
the seal on the trunk lid or the body,
follow the manufacturer’s recommenda-
tion to prevent carbon monoxide entry
into the vehicle.
. The exhaust system and body should be
inspected by a qualified mechanic when-
ever:
—The vehicle is raised for service.
—You suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering into the passenger compart-
ment.
—You notice a change in the sound of
the exhaust system.
—You have had an accident involvingdamage to the exhaust system,
underbody, or rear of the vehicle.
Starting and driving5-3
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND
DRIVING
NOTE:
If the extended storage switch malfunc-
tions or if the fuse is open, it is not
necessary to replace the switch. In this
case, remove the extended storage switch
and replace it with a new fuse of the same
rating.
How to remove the extended storage
switch:
1. To remove the extended storage switch,be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs
*1found on
each side of the storage switch.
5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box
*2.
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
SDI2294
To replace the battery:
1. Release the lock knob at the back of theIntelligent Key and remove the mechan-
ical key.
2. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver wrapped with a cloth into the slit of the corner
and twist it to separate the upper part
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-29
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT
10-2
Catalytic converterThree way catalyst ......................................... 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ............. 4-83
Center multi-function control panel ..................... 4-4
Check tire pressure warning .............................. 2-23
Child restraints ................................................. 1-21 LATCH system .............................................. 1-23
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-21
Child safety ...................................................... 1-19
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes Audible reminders ....................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-47
Circuit breaker Fusible link .................................................. 8-27
Cleaning exterior and interior ....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control Automatic climate control ............................ 4-34
Clock ................................................................ 2-46
Coat hooks ....................................................... 2-52
Cockpit ........................................................ 0-6, 2-3
Cold weather driving ....................................... 5-103
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ... 4-67
Compact spare tire ........................................... 8-44
Console box ...................................................... 2-51
Controller Center multi-function control panel ................ 4-6
Controls Control panel button ...................................... 4-4
INFINITI Controller .......................................... 4-6 Coolant
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-12
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-12
Corrosion protection ........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................... 5-46
Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ... 5-66
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .......... 5-48
Cruise indicator ................................................ 2-23
Cup holders ...................................................... 2-48
Current fuel consumption .................................. 2-27
D
Daytime running light system ........................... 2-37
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ........................................... 2-34
Dimensions ....................................................... 9-10
Display cleaning ................................................. 4-8
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ..................................................... 4-4
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system ................ 5-70
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
switch indicator ................................................ 2-24
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light .................................................... 2-12
Distance to empty ............................................. 2-27
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ....................... 2-20
Drive belts ........................................................ 8-21
Drive positioner ................................................ 3-28 Driving
Cold weather driving .................................. 5-103
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-14
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
DVD player operation ........................................ 4-68
E
ECO drive indicator light ................................... 2-17
ECO mode ......................................................... 5-21
ECO pedal system ............................................. 5-21
Economy
Fuel ............................................................. 5-90
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-27
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................ 2-27
Emission control information label .................... 9-13
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-20
Engine Before starting the engine ........................... 5-13
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-90
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-12
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-12
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-13
Coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-12
Engine block heater ................................... 5-105
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................. 8-11
Engine oil .................................................... 8-13
10-6
PrecautionsAudio operation ........................................... 4-49
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-95
Child restraints ............................................ 1-21
Cruise control .............................................. 5-46
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-24
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-12 Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-39
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ........ 1-14
Predictive course line settings .......................... 4-32
Preview function ............................................... 5-96
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-69
Preview Function warning light .......................... 2-15
Push starting .................................................... 6-10
Push-button ignition switch ....................... 5-9, 5-10
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-86
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................... 4-64
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................ 2-33
Rapid air pressure loss ....................................... 5-7
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) .......................................................... 9-22 Rear door lock Child safety rear door lock ............................. 3-6
Rear pocket ...................................................... 2-52 Rear sunshade .................................................. 2-57
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-34
RearView monitor .............................................. 4-27
Recorders
Event data ................................................... 9-23
Registering your vehicle in another country ...... 9-11
Remote keyless entry system ............................ 3-14
Reporting safety defects ................................... 9-21
Rise-up and build-up ...................................... 5-101
Roadside assistance program ............................. 6-2
Rollover .............................................................. 5-7
Roof Moonroof ..................................................... 2-56
S
SafetyChild seat belts ........................................... 1-19
Reporting safety defects .............................. 9-21
Satellite radio operation ................................... 4-65
Seat adjustment
Front power seat adjustment .......................... 1-3
Front seats ..................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s)
Child safety ................................................. 1-19
Infants ......................................................... 1-20
Injured persons ........................................... 1-14Larger children ............................................. 1-20
Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-12
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ... 1-14Pregnant women .......................................... 1-14 Seat belt cleaning .......................................... 7-6
Seat belt extenders ...................................... 1-18
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-18
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-15
Seat belts .................................................... 1-12
Seat belts with pretensioners ...................... 1-51
Shoulder belt height adjustment .................. 1-18
Small children ............................................. 1-20
Three-point type .......................................... 1-15
Seat(s)
Climate controlled seats .............................. 2-43
Driver-side memory ...................................... 3-28
Heated seats ............................................... 2-42
Seats ............................................................. 1-2
Security system Vehicle security system ................................ 2-29
Security system
(INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System) Engine start ................................................. 2-30
Selector lever Shift lock release ......................................... 5-18
Servicing air conditioner (See automatic
climate control) ................................................. 4-34
Servicing climate control ................................... 4-48
SETTING button ................................................. 4-16
Shift lock release, Transmission ........................ 5-18
Shifting Automatic transmission ............................... 5-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment ....................... 1-18
SNOW mode ..................................................... 5-21