2-60Instruments and controls
Owner’s Manual), the lights will illuminate
under the following condition:
.any door is opened with the ignition
switch in any position
— remain on while the door is opened.
When the door is closed, the lights
go off.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time with
the INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid®Sys-
tem stopped. This could result in a dis-
charged 12-volt battery.SIC3869
The light on the vanity mirror will turn on
when the cover on the vanity mirror is
opened.
When the cover is closed, the light will turn
off.
The lights will also turn off after a period
of time when the lights remain illuminated
to prevent the 12-volt battery from becom-
ing discharged. 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.
VANITY MIRROR LIGHTS
TRUNK LIGHT
3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
following operations is performed within 1
minute after pushing the UNLOCK
*2
button on the Intelligent Key while the
doors are locked. If during this 1-minute
time period, the UNLOCK
*2button on
the Intelligent Key is pushed, all doors will
be locked automatically after another 1
minute.
. Opening any door
. Pushing the ignition switch
Opening windows (if so equipped)
The UNLOCKbutton*2operation also
allows you to open the window that is
equipped with the automatic open/close
function. (See “Power windows” (P.2-54).)
To open the window, push the door
UNLOCK
*2button on the Intelligent
Key for about 3 seconds after the door is
unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button*2.
If the window open operation is stopped in
mid-operation while pushing the UNLOCK
button*2, release and push the
UNLOCKbutton*2again until the
window opens completely.
Window cannot be closed using the In- telligent Key.
The door window can also be operated by
turning the mechanical key in a door lock.
(See
“Doors” (P.3-4).)
Opening moonroof (if so equipped)
The moonroof can be opened by pushing
the UNLOCKbutton*2on the Intelli-
gent Key. This function will not operate
while the moonroof timer is activated or
when the windows need to be initialized.
To open the moonroof, push the UNLOCK
button*2on the Intelligent Key for
about 3 seconds after the door is unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button*2.
Opening trunk lid
1. Push the TRUNKbutton*3on the
Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.
2. The trunk will unlatch.
3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk.
Using panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel
threatened, you may activate the alarm to
call attention as follows:
1. Push the PANIC
button*4on the key for
more than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or.Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key are pushed. (Note: PANIC
button*4or TRUNKbutton*3
should be pushed for more than 1
second.)
Setting hazard indicator and horn
mode
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and
horn mode when you first receive the
vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when
the LOCK
button*1is pushed, the
hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn
chirps once. When the UNLOCK
button
*2is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes
once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can
be switched to the hazard indicator mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button*1is pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice. When the UNLOCK
button*2is pushed, neither the
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SPA2422A
Type A
SPA2450
Type B
Automatic anti-glare type
The inside mirror is designed so that it
automatically changes reflection according
to the intensity of the headlights of the
following vehicle.
The anti-glare system will be automatically
turned on when the ignition switch is
pushed to the ON position.
The anti-glare system also operates for the
outside mirrors (if so equipped).
When the anti-glare system is turned on,
the indicator light
*Awill illuminate and
excessive glare from the headlights of the
vehicle behind you will be reduced.
Type A: Push the
switch*Bto make the
inside mirror operate normally and the
indicator light will turn off. Push the
switch again to turn the system on.
Type B: Push the “*”switch
*Cto make
the inside mirror operate normally. The
indicator light will turn off. Push the “I”
switch
*Dto turn the system on.
Do not allow any object to cover the
sensors
*Eor apply glass cleaner on
them. Doing so will reduce the sensitivity
of the sensor, resulting in improper
operation. For the compass (if so equipped) opera-
tion, see
“Compass” (P.2-9).
For the HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver
operation, see “HomeLink®Universal
Transceiver” (P.2-61).
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
WARNING
Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the
passenger side are closer than they appear.
Be careful when moving to the right. Using
only this mirror could cause an accident.
Use the inside mirror or glance over your
shoulder to properly judge distances to
other objects.
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Adjusting outside mirrors
The outside mirror control switch is located
on the driver’s armrest.
The outside mirror will operate only when
the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Move the switch
*1right or left to select
the right or left side mirror, then adjust
using the control switch
*2.
Defrosting outside mirrors
The outside mirrors will be heated when
the rear window defroster switch is oper-
ated.
SPA1829
Foldable outside mirrors
Fold the outside mirror by pushing it
toward the rear of the vehicle.
Reverse tilt-down feature (if so
equipped)
When backing up the vehicle, the right and
left outside mirrors will turn downward
automatically to provide better rear visibi-
lity.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position. 3. Select the right or left side mirror by
operating the outside mirror control
switch.
4. The outside mirror surface moves downward.
When one of the following conditions has
occurred, the outside mirror surface will
return to its original position.
. The shift lever is moved to any position
other than R (Reverse).
. The outside mirror control switch is set
to the center position.
. The ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
Automatic anti-glare (if so
equipped)
The outside rearview mirrors are designed
so that they automatically change reflec-
tion according to the intensity of the
headlights of the vehicle following you.
The anti-glare system will be automatically
turned on when you push the ignition
switch to the “ON”position.
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3-28Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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VANITY MIRROR
To use the front vanity mirror, pull down
the sun visor and pull up the cover.The automatic drive positioner system has
two features:
.
Entry/exit function
. Memory storage
ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION
This system is designed so that the driver’s
seat and steering column will automati-
cally move when the shift lever is in the P
(Park) position. This allows the driver to get
into and out of the driver’s seat more
easily.
The driver’s seat will slide backward and
the steering wheel will move up when the
driver’s door is opened with the ignition
switch in the LOCK position.
The driver’s seat and steering wheel will
return to the previous positions when the
ignition switch is pushed to the ACC
position.
The driver’s seat will not return to the
previous positions if the seat or steering
adjusting switch is operated when the seat
is at the exit position.
Cancel or activate entry/exit func-
tion
All the following conditions must be met
before cancelling or activating the entry/ exit function.
.
The ignition switch is placed in the
LOCK position.
. The entry/exit function is not in opera-
tion.
. The following switches are not oper-
ated.
— Seat memory switches
— Power seat switches
— Electric tilting/telescopic steering
wheel switch
The entry/exit function can be activated or
canceled by pressing and holding the SET
switch for more than 10 seconds.
The indicator lights on the memory
switches (1 and 2) will blink once when
the function is canceled, and the indicator
lights will blink twice when the function is
activated. Note that the indicator lights
may illuminate after 5 seconds while
holding the SET switch. Keep the SET
switch pressed for more than 10 seconds
to turn on or off the entry/exit function.
The entry/exit function can also be acti-
vated or canceled if the [Lift Steering upon
Exit] or [Slide Driver Seat Back on Exit] key
is turned to ON or OFF in the [Settings]
menu on the lower display. (See the Infiniti
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER (if so
equipped)
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INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DIS-
CHARGE
If the battery of the Intelligent Key is
discharged, or environmental conditions
interfere with the Intelligent Key operation,
start the hybrid system according to the
following procedure:
1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)position.
2. Firmly apply the foot brake.
3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intelligent Key as illustrated. (A chime
will sound.) 4. Push the ignition switch while depres-
sing the brake pedal within 10 seconds
after the chime sounds. The hybrid
system will start.
After step 3 is performed, when the
ignition switch is pushed without depres-
sing the brake pedal, the ignition switch
position will change to ACC.
NOTE:
. When the ignition switch is pushed to
the ACC or ON position or the hybrid
system is started by the above proce-
dures, the Intelligent Key battery dis-
charge indicator appears in the vehicle
information display even if the Intelli-
gent Key is inside the vehicle. This is
not a malfunction. To turn off the
Intelligent Key battery discharge indi-
cator, touch the ignition switch with
the Intelligent Key again.
. If the Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator appears, replace the battery
as soon as possible. (See “Intelligent
Key battery replacement” (P.8-25).).
Make sure the area around the vehicle
is clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil,
coolant, brake fluid and window
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
. Check that all windows and lights are
clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appear-
ance and condition. Also check tires for
proper inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat and adjust head re-
straints.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passen-
gers to do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position. (See “Warning/indica-
tor lights and audible reminders” (P.2-
12).)
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BEFORE STARTING THE INFINITI DIRECT
RESPONSE HYBRID®SYSTEM
5-26Starting and driving
maneuvers. Otherwise, you could lose
control of the vehicle.
. Active Lane Control will not operate at
speeds below approximately 45 MPH (70
km/h) or if it cannot detect lane markers.
. Active Lane Control may not operate
properly under the following conditions,
and do not use Active Lane Control:
—During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,
wind, etc.).
—When driving on slippery roads,such as on ice or snow, etc.
—When driving on winding or uneven roads.
—When there is a lane closure due toroad repairs.
—When driving in a makeshift lane.
—When driving on roads where the
lane width is too narrow.
—When driving with a tire that is notwithin normal tire conditions (for
example, tire wear, low tire pressure,
installation of tire chains, non-stan-
dard wheels).
—When the vehicle is equipped withnon-original steering parts or sus- pension parts.
. If Active Lane Control malfunctions, it
will cancel automatically. The chassis
control warning will appear in the
vehicle information display.
. If the chassis control warning appears,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle. Turn the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
®System off and re-
start the hybrid system. If the chassis
control warning continues to illuminate,
have Active Lane Control checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
The functions of Active Lane Control may or
may not operate properly under the follow-
ing conditions:
. On roads where there are multiple
parallel lane markers; lane markers
that are faded or not painted clearly;
yellow painted lane markers; non-stan-
dard lane markers; lane markers cov-
ered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
. On roads where discontinued lane
markers are still detectable.
. On roads where there are sharp curves.
. On roads where there are sharply
contrasting objects, such as shadows, snow, water, wheel ruts, seams or lines
remaining after road repairs. (Active
Lane Control could detect these items
as lane markers.)
. On roads where the traveling lane
merges or separates.
. When the vehicle’s traveling direction
does not align with the lane marker.
. When traveling close to the vehicle in
front of you, which obstructs the lane
camera unit detection range.
. When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera
unit.
. When the headlights are not bright due
to dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
. When strong light enters the lane
camera unit. (For example, the light
directly shines on the front of the
vehicle at sunrise or sunset.)
. When a sudden change in brightness
occurs. (For example, when the vehicle
enters or exits a tunnel or under a
bridge.)
. When entering or exiting tollgates.
. When driving on roads with a widening
or narrowing lane width.
The LDW and LDP systems monitor the lane
markers on the traveling lane using the
camera unit
*1located above the inside
mirror. When the camera unit detects that
the vehicle is traveling close to either the
left or the right of the traveling lane, the
driver assist system lane indicator (orange)
in the vehicle information display blinks
and a warning chime sounds. When the
LDP system is on, it will automatically
apply a steering operation for a short
period of time.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM
Precautions on LDW system
WARNING
. This system is only a warning device to
inform the driver of a potential unin-
tended lane departure. It will not steer
the vehicle or prevent loss of control. It
is the driver’ s responsibility to stay
alert, drive safely, keep the vehicle in
the traveling lane, and be in control of
the vehicle at all times.
. The system will not operate at speeds below approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h)
or if it cannot detect lane markers.
. If the LDW system malfunctions, it will
cancel automatically, and the LDW mal-
function message will appear in the
vehicle information display.
. If the LDW malfunction message ap-
pears, pull off the road to a safe location
and stop the vehicle. Turn the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid
®System off and
restart the hybrid system. If the LDW
malfunction message continues to ap-
pear, have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
. Excessive noise will interfere with the
warning chime sound, and the chime
may not be heard.
The system may not function properly
under the following conditions:
.On roads where there are multiple
parallel lane markers; lane markers
that are faded or not painted clearly;
yellow painted lane markers; non-stan-
dard lane markers; or lane markers
covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
. On roads where the discontinued lane
markers are still detectable. .
On roads where there are sharp curves.
. On roads where there are sharply
contrasting objects, such as shadows,
snow, water, wheel ruts, seams or lines
remaining after road repairs. (The Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system could
detect these items as lane markers.)
. On roads where the traveling lane
merges or separates.
. When the vehicle’s traveling direction
does not align with the lane marker.
. When traveling close to the vehicle in
front of you, which obstructs the lane
camera unit detection range.
. When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera
unit.
. When the headlights are not bright due
to dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
. When strong light enters the lane
camera unit. (For example, the light
directly shines on the front of the
vehicle at sunrise or sunset.)
. When a sudden change in brightness
occurs. (For example, when the vehicle
enters or exits a tunnel or under a
bridge.)
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