2014 INFINITI Q50 HYBRID heater

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CLIMATE screen (lower display)
*1<>/<>:
Push <
>and <>to adjust the
temperature.
When the dual mode is turned on, the
temperature for the driver and the
front passenger can be adjusted sepa-
rately by operating <
>and <>on
the corresponding side. When the dual
mode is turned off, the temperature for
both the driver’s seat and the front
passenger seat can be adjusted with
the temperature control buttons on the
driver’s side.
*2:
Push to set the automatic
control mode that keeps the air dis-
tribution, temperature and the fan
speed automatically.
*3<>/:<> and [+]/:[ -]
The fan speed of the air from the
ventilators can be changed.
Push <
>or touch [] to increase
the fan speed. Push <>or touch
[-] to decrease the fan speed.
For details of the ventilators, refer to
the Vehicle Owner’s Manual.

*4<>and []:
The current air flow mode is displayed
on the CLIMATE screen. Push <
>to
change the air flow mode. The air flow
mode can also be changed by touching
[
] on the lower screen.
Air flows from the center and side
ventilators.
Air flows from the center and side
ventilators, and foot outlets.
Air flows mainly from the foot out-
lets.
Air flows from the defroster and foot
outlets.
*5<> and [] (if so equipped):
The driver’s seat and front passenger
seat can be heated.
“Heated seats” (page 3-9)
*6Lower touch screen display (lower
display) :
When is pushed, the CLI-
MATE screen will be displayed on the
lower display.
*7<>:
Push <
>to toggle the ventilation
between the air recirculation mode (indicator light on) and the fresh air
mode (indicator light off).
*8<>:
Push <
>to defrost/defog the wind-
shield ([] is displayed lower
screen).
When <
>is pushed, the air condi-
tioner will turn on automatically if the
outside temperature is above 238 F
(−58C), and switches to the fresh air
mode to for better defogging perfor-
mance.
*9<>:
Push to activate the rear window and
the outside mirror defroster.
“Rear window and outside mirror
defroster” (page 3-11)
*10:
Push to turn on/off the Climate Control
system.
*11:
Push to show the CLIMATE screen on
the lower display.
*12Temperature setting indicators:
Indicates temperature settings. In the
dual mode, the driver’s side and front
passenger side temperatures are dis- played independently.
*13Mode indicators:
The active mode status is displayed.
DUAL Dual mode is active.
Driver/front passenger side tempera-
tures can be set independently.
AUTO Auto mode is active. Temperature and fan speed are con-
trolled automatically.
*14[Steering Heater] (if so equipped):
Touch to turn on/off the steering-wheel
heater. When the steering-wheel hea-
ter is on, the indicator light is on.
“Heated steering-wheel”
(page 3-10)
*15[DUAL]:
Touch to turn on/off the dual mode.
When the dual mode is set, the
temperature for the driver seat and
the front passenger seat can be
adjusted independently. When the
dual mode is on, the indicator light is
on.
*16[Auto Recirc] (if so equipped):
Touch to turn on/off the auto recircula-
tion mode. When the auto recirculation
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mode is on, the indicator light is on.
When the auto recirculation mode is
turned on, the air recirculation and
fresh air modes will alternate auto-
matically.
“Advanced Climate Control Sys-
tem”(page 3-7)
*17[A/C]:
Touch to turn on/off the A/C mode.
Turn on the A/C mode for effective
cooling and dehumidifying. When the
A/C mode is on, the indicator light is
on.
INFO:
The heater and air conditioning system settings
can be linked and memorized for each of the
Intelligent Keys.
“Fully customizable digital environment”
(page 8-28)
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling and/or dehumidified heat-
ing (AUTO)
This mode can be used all year round. The
system works automatically to control the
inside temperature, air flow distribution
and fan speed after the preferred tempera-
ture is set manually.
1. Push . (The indicator on the
button will illuminate and “AUTO”will
be displayed on the CLIMATE screen.)
2. Push <
>and <>on the driver’s
side to set the desired temperature.
. The temperature of the passenger
compartment will be maintained auto-
matically. Air flow distribution and fan
speed will also be controlled automa-
tically.
. When the DUAL mode is turned on, you
can individually set the driver’s and
front passenger side temperatures by
pushing <
>and <>on the corre-
sponding side. To turn on the DUAL
mode, touch [DUAL] on the lower dis-
play (“AUTO” will be displayed on the lower display). To disable the front
passenger side temperature control,
touch [DUAL] and turn off the DUAL
mode.
INFO:
A visible mist may be seen coming from the
ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air is
cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a mal-
function.
Heating (A/C off)
The air conditioner does not activate in this
mode. When you need to heat only, use
this mode.
1. Touch [A/C] on the lower display. The
A/C indicator will turn off.
2. Push <
>and <>on the driver’s
side to set the desired temperature.
INFO:
.
When set the AUTO mode, the temperature
of the passenger compartment will be
maintained automatically. Air flow distribu-
tion and fan speed are also controlled
automatically.

.Do not set the temperature lower than the
outside air temperature. Otherwise, the
system may not work properly.
.This mode is not recommended if the
windows fog up.
Dehumidified defrosting or defog-
ging
1. Push<>. The indicator light on the
button will illuminate.
2. Push <
>and <>on the driver’s
side to set the desired temperature.
INFO:
.
To quickly remove ice from the outside of
the windows, set the fan speed to the
maximum.
.As soon as possible after the windshield is
clean, push to return to the auto
mode.
.When <>is pushed, the air conditioner
will automatically be turned on at outside
temperatures above 238F( −58C) to defog
the windshield, and the air recirculate mode
will automatically be turned off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment to improve the defogging performance.
ADVANCED CLIMATE CONTROL SYS-
TEM (if so equipped)
The Advanced Climate Control System
keeps the air inside of the vehicle clean,
using the automatic air circulation control
with the exhaust gas/outside odor detect-
ing sensor and with ion control.
*1[Auto Recirc]:
Touch to turn on the automatic air
recirculation mode.
*2Plasmacluster®icon:
Indicates the Plasmacluster®ion emis-
sion status. Automatic air recirculation control with the
exhaust gas/outside odor detection sen-
sor:
The Advanced Climate Control system
comes with an exhaust gas detection/
outside odor sensor. When the automatic
air circulation control is activated, the
sensor detects odors outside the vehicle
such as pulp or chemicals, and exhaust
gas such as gasoline or diesel. When such
odors or gases are detected, the display
and the system automatically change from
the fresh air mode to the recirculation
mode.
When the automatic air circulation control
mode is on, for the first 5 minutes, the air
recirculation mode is selected to prevent
dust, dirt and pollen from entering the
vehicle and to clean the air inside of the
vehicle.
After 5 minutes, the sensor detects ex-
haust gas and automatically alternates
between the air recirculation mode and
the fresh air mode.
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INFO:
The automatic air recirculation mode can be
activated under the following conditions.
.The air flow control is not in the windshield
defrosting mode (the indicator light on
<
> is turned off).
.The outside temperature is approximately
32 8F(0 8C) or above.
Ion control:
The Advanced Climate Control system unit
generates highly concentrated Plasmaclus-
ter
®ions into the air blown from the
ventilators to reduce odor absorbed into
the interior trim and to suppress airborne
bacteria. The high-density Plasmacluster
®
ions also have a proven skin moisture
preserving effect.
The Plasmacluster
®icon on the CLIMATE
screen indicates the status of the Plas-
macluster
®ion emission from the system
and changes with the amount of the air
flow.
OPERATING TIPS
. The sensors*Aand*Bon the instru-
ment panel helps maintain a constant
temperature. Do not put anything on or
around these sensors. .
When the engine coolant temperature
and outside air temperature are low,
the air flow from the foot outlets may
not operate. This is not a malfunction.
After the coolant temperature warms
up, air will flow normally from the foot
outlets.
. A visible mist may be seen coming from
the ventilators in hot, humid conditions
as the air is cooled rapidly. This does
not indicate a malfunction.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
With Advanced Climate Control system:
The Climate Control system is equipped
with a natural grape seed polyphenol filter
that 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.

Without Advanced Climate Control system:
The Climate Control system is equipped
with an in-cabin microfilter that collects
dirt, pollen, dust, allergens (such as
pollen, tick shells), 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.
SERVICING HEATER AND AIR CON-
DITIONER
The heating and air conditioning system in
your INFINITI is charged with a refrigerant
designed with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant will not harm the earth’s
ozone layer. However, special charging
equipment and lubricant are required when
servicing your INFINITI air conditioner.
Using improper refrigerants or lubricants
will cause severe damage to your Climate
Control system. Refer to Vehicle Owner’s
Manual for heating and air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recom-
mendations.
Your INFINITI retailer will be able to service
your environmentally friendly heater and
air conditioning system.
WARNING!
The system contains refrigerant under high
pressure. To avoid personal injury, any air
conditioner service should be done only by
an experienced technician with the proper
equipment.
HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
WARNING!
Do not use or allow occupants to use the seat
heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or have
an inability to feel pain in those body parts in
contact with the seat. Use of the seat heater
by such people could result in serious injury.
CAUTION!
.
The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine or
the hybrid system is not running.
. Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the seat.
. Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
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.Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
. When cleaning the seat, never use gaso-
line, thinner, or any similar materials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked
by an INFINITI retailer.
The front seats are warmed by built-in
heaters. The seat heating system of driver’s
seat and front passenger seat can be
operated independently.
Operation with buttons:
Each time <
>is pushed, the seat heating
mode will change in the following order.
AUTO ?High ?Medium ?Low ?OFF
When seat heating system is activated, the
indicator light on <
>will illuminate. Operation with touch screen:
Touch [
] on the lower display and select
an item from [AUTO], [High], [Medium],
[Low] or [OFF].
AUTO mode setting:
When in the AUTO mode, the seat heating
will turn on/off automatically according to
the conditions such as the temperature
inside the vehicle compartment. Depend-
ing on the conditions, the seat heating will
not turn on even if AUTO is selected. The
settings for the seat heating AUTO mode
can be changed.
“Heater and air conditioner settings”
(page 3-11)
HEATED STEERING-WHEEL (if so
equipped)
WARNING!
Do not use or allow occupants to come into
contact with the heated steering-wheel if you
or the occupants cannot monitor elevated
steering-wheel temperatures or have an
inability to feel pain in those body parts in
contact. Use of the heated steering-wheel by
such people could result in serious injuries.
CAUTION!
. The battery could run down if the
steering-wheel heater is operated while
the engine or the hybrid system is not
running.
. Do not use the steering-wheel heater for
extended periods of time as it may cause
burns and overheating.
. Any liquid spilled on the steering-wheel
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
. When cleaning the steering-wheel, never
use gasoline, thinner, or any similar

materials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
steering-wheel heater does not operate,
turn the switch off and have the system
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Touch [Steering Heater] on the CLIMATE
screen to turn on/off the steering-wheel
heating manually. The steering-wheel heat-
ing will turn on and will turn off auto-
matically after 30 minutes. When the
steering-wheel heating is turned on, the
indicator above [Steering Heater] will turn
on.
If the surface temperature of the steering-
wheel is above the temperature within
which the system is designed to operate,
the system will not heat the steering-
wheel. This is not a malfunction.
Automatic steering-wheel heating can be
turned on/off from the climate control
settings screen.
“Heater and air conditioner settings”
(page 3-11)
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR
DEFROSTER
CAUTION!
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or damage
the rear window defroster.
To defog/defrost the rear window glass
and outside mirrors, start the engine or the
hybrid system and push <
>. The indi-
cator light on the button will illuminate.
Push the button again to turn off the
defroster.
The defroster will automatically turn off in
approximately 15 minutes.
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER SET-
TINGS
Heater and air conditioner settings can be
changed on the screen.
1. Push