2014 INFINITI Q50-HYBRID phone

4-4Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
CAUTION
.Keep the antenna as far away as
possible from the electronic control
modules.
. Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in
(20 cm) away from the electronic control
system harness. Do not route the anten-
na wire next to any harness.
. Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio
as recommended by the manufacturer.
. Connect the ground wire from the CB
radio chassis to the body.
. For details, consult an INFINITI retailer.

5-14Starting and driving
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) posi-tion.
The INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid
®
System is designed not to operate if
the shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.
3. Depress the brake pedal and push the ignition switch to start the hybrid
system. The READY to drive indicator
light will illuminate on the meter.
When starting the hybrid system at
very low outside temperatures, the
READY to drive indicator light will flash
and it may take longer for the READY to
drive indicator light to illuminate.
. The hybrid system may not start even
with the READY to drive indicator light
illuminated. Once the READY to drive
indicator light is illuminated you may
begin driving the vehicle.
. You may hear a sound in the engine
compartment when the brake pedal is
depressed with the hybrid system off.
This does not indicate a problem.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential 12-volt battery discharge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.
Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume 12-volt
battery power when the hybrid system
is not running (Phone chargers, GPS,
DVD players, etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the 12-volt battery may
need to be charged to maintain 12-volt
battery health.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The automatic transmission in your vehicle
is electronically controlled by a transmis-
sion control module to produce maximum
efficiency and smooth operation.
Shown on the following pages are the
recommended operating procedures for
this transmission. Follow these procedures
for maximum vehicle performance and
driving enjoyment.
Starting the vehicle
After starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid®System, fully depress the foot
brake pedal and push the shift lever button
before shifting the shift lever to the R
(Reverse), N (Neutral), D (Drive) or Manual
shift mode position. Be sure the vehicle is
fully stopped before attempting to shift the
shift lever.
This Automatic Transmission (AT) model is
designed so that the foot brake pedal
must be depressed before shifting from P
(Park) to any drive position while the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of the
P (Park) position and into any of the other
gear positions if the ignition switch is
pushed to the LOCK, OFF or ACC position.
STARTING THE INFINITI DIRECT RESPONSE
HYBRID®SYSTEM DRIVING THE VEHICLE

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NOTE:
To operate the active noise control and
active sound control system properly:
.Do not cover the speakers or woofer.
. Do not cover the microphones. .
Do not change or modify speakers
including the woofer and any audio
related parts such as the amplifier.
. Do not make any modification including
sound deadening or modifications
around the microphones, speakers or
woofer.
ACTIVE NOISE CONTROL
The active noise control system uses
microphones
*1located inside the vehicle
to detect engine booming noises. The
system then automatically produces a
muted engine booming noise through the
speakers
*2and woofer*3(if so
equipped) to reduce engine booming
noise.
If the microphone
*1or the area around it
is tapped, abnormal noise may be output
from the speaker.
ACTIVE SOUND CONTROL
The active sound control generates sounds
according to engine speed and driving
modes through the speakers
*2and
woofer
*3(if so equipped) to enhance
the quality of the engine sound.
Starting and driving5-115
ACTIVE NOISE CONTROL/ACTIVE SOUND
CONTROL

8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
ensure they operate smoothly and that all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints move up
and down smoothly and that the locks (if
so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Steering wheel:Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel).
12-volt battery*: Check the fluid level in
each cell. It should be between the MAX
and MIN lines. Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe condition
require frequent checks of the battery fluid
level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential 12-volt battery
discharge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.
Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume 12-volt
battery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the 12-volt battery may
need to be charged to maintain 12-volt
battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the
brake fluid level is between the MAX and
MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no belt
is frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after
parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the
oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, im-
mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected by an INFINITI retailer. (See
“Precautions when starting and driving”
(P.5-3).)
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner after use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or
if gasoline fumes are evident, check for the
cause and have it corrected immediately.
Inverter coolant lebel: Check the coolant
level when the inverter is cold.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks,
deformation, rot or loose connections.
Underbody: The underbody is frequently
exposed to corrosive substances such as

.Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’ s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir. Do not
use the window washer reservoir to mix
the washer fluid concentrate and water.
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The 12-volt battery*Ais located on the
left hand side of the trunk behind an
access panel.
. Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of
baking soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections
are clean and securely tightened.
. If the vehicle is not to be used for 30
days or longer, disconnect the negative
(-) battery terminal cable to prevent
discharging it. NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential 12-volt battery
discharge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.
Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume 12-volt
battery power when the engine is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the 12-volt battery may
need to be charged to maintain 12-volt
battery health.
WARNING
. Do not expose the 12-volt battery to
flames or electrical sparks. Hydrogen
gas generated by the 12-volt battery is
explosive. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics or
painted surfaces. After touching a 12-
volt battery, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If
the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with water
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-17
12-VOLT BATTERY

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an
EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data
that will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or
less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
.How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
. Whether or not the driver and passen-
ger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
. How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or
brake pedal; and,
. How fast the vehicle was traveling.
. Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your
vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR
under normal driving conditions and no
personal data (e.g. name, gender, age and crash location) are recorded. However,
other parties, such as law enforcement,
could combine the EDR data with the type
of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer and INFINITI
retailer, other parties, such as law enforce-
ment, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to
the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only
be accessed with the consent of the vehicle
owner or lessee or as otherwise required or
permitted by law.
Genuine INFINITI Service Manual for this
model year and prior can be purchased. A
genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the best
source of service and repair information for
your vehicle. This manual is the same one
used by the factory-trained technicians
working at INFINITI retailerships. Genuine
INFINITI Owner’
s Manuals can also be
purchased.
For USA:
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Service Manuals, contact:
1-800-450-9491
www.infiniti-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Owner’s Manuals,con-
tact:
1-800-247-5321
For Canada:
To purchase a copy of a genuine INFINITI
Service Manual or Owner’s Manual for this
model year and prior, contact an INFINITI
retailer. For the phone number and location
of an INFINITI retailer in your area call the
INFINITI Satisfaction Center at 1-800-361-
4792 and a bilingual INFINITI representa-
tive will assist you.
Technical and consumer information9-23
EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR) OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL
ORDER INFORMATION

10 Index
Number
12-volt battery charge warning light ................. 2-12
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....................... 5-107
Acceleration guide ............................................ 2-31
Active Lane Control ........................................... 5-24
Active noise control ........................................ 5-115
Active sound control ....................................... 5-115
Active trace control ......................................... 5-110
Air bag systemFront-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-47
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-47
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-50
Air bag warning light ............................... 1-50, 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-20
Air conditioner Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ............................ 9-7
Air deflectors .................................................... 9-15
Air vent ............................................................... 7-6
Alarm How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ........................................... 2-36
Alcohol, drugs and driving .................................. 5-9
Antenna .............................................................. 4-3 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....................... 5-107
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ................................ 7-5
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians
(VSP) system .................................. Hybrid System-8
Armrest ............................................................... 1-5
Ashtray ............................................................. 2-49
Assist charge gauge ................. Hybrid System-5, 2-8
Audible reminders ............................................ 2-20
Audio ................................................................ 2-34
Autolight system ............................................... 2-41
Automatic Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-15
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-14
Automatic door locks .......................................... 3-5
Automatic drive positioner ................................ 3-28
Automatic moonroof.......................................... 2-56
Automatic seat positioner ................................. 3-28
Average speed .................................................. 2-33
Avoiding collision and rollover ............................ 5-8
B
Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) system ....... 5-48
Battery .............................................................. 8-17
Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ............... 3-2
Battery saver system ................................... 2-45
Intelligent Key .............................................. 8-25 Before starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System ................................................ 5-13
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/Blind Spot
Intervention
TM(BSI) system ............................... 5-37
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................. 5-107
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-15
Brake force distribution ............................. 5-109
Brake system ............................................. 5-106
Brake system warning light (yellow) ............. 2-13
Brake warning light (red) ............................. 2-13
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-20
Rise-up and build-up ................................. 5-109
Break-in schedule ............................................. 5-99
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-12
Bulb replacement .............................................. 8-27
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ........................................ 4-3
Card holder ....................................................... 2-52
Catalytic converter
Three-way catalyst ......................................... 5-4
Changing inverter coolant ................................. 8-12
Chassis control ............................................... 5-112
Chassis control warning .................................... 2-27
Checking battery fluid level ............................... 8-18
Checking inverter coolant level ......................... 8-12
Child restraints ................................................. 1-19

M
MaintenanceBattery ......................................................... 8-17
General maintenance ..................................... 8-2
Indicators for maintenance (vehicle
information display) ..................................... 2-29
Inside the vehicle .......................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ............................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ............................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle ........................................ 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-16
Under the hood and vehicle ........................... 8-4
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ....................... 2-19
Map lights ........................................................ 2-58
Master warning light ......................................... 2-17
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory storage Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-29
Meter Trip computer .............................................. 2-31
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-46
Mirror
Inside mirror ................................................ 3-25
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-26
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-28
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-56
N
NAVI Shift Control ............................................. 5-19
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-99
Noise and vibration ...................... Hybrid System-12
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-7
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-8
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
One touch unlock sensor (See Intelligent
Key system) ........................................................ 3-9
Operation Indicators for operation ............................... 2-24
Operation of the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System .............................. Hybrid System-4
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-26
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ..................... 6-7
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-23
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-16 Parking
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-20
Parking on hills ......................................... 5-103
Parking brake break-in .................................... 5-106
Personal lights .................................................. 2-59
PERSONAL mode ............................................... 5-23
Phone
Car phone or CB radio ................................... 4-3
Power Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ................................................ 2-48
Power steering system ............................... 5-104
Power windows ............................................ 2-54
Power steering warning light ............................. 2-17
Precautions Braking precautions ................................... 5-106
Child restraints ............................................ 1-19
Cruise control .............................................. 5-56
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-10Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-37
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ........ 1-12
Predictive forward collision warning system ...... 5-94
Push starting ...................................................... 6-7
Push-button ignition switch ..................... 5-10, 5-11
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ................................... 4-3
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................ 2-40
10-5