2014 INFINITI Q50 warning light

The brightness of the side indicator lights
is adjusted automatically depending on the
brightness of the ambient light.
A chime sounds if the radar sensors have
already detected vehicles when the driver
activates the turn signal. If a vehicle comes
into the detection zone after the driver
activates the turn signal, then only the side
indicator light flashes and no chime
sounds. (See“BSW/BSI driving situations”
(P.5-43).)
JVS0246X
Turning the BSW system ON/OFF:
Perform the following steps to turn the
BSW system on or off.
1. Push the MENU button
*1and touch
[Driver Assistance] on the lower dis-
play.
2. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].
3. Touch [Blind Spot Warning] to turn the system ON/OFF.
Setting the side indicator light brightness:
The brightness of the side indicator lights
can be changed in the following steps:
1. Push the MENU button
*1and touch [Driver Assistance] on the lower dis-
play.
2. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].
3. Touch [Side Indicator Brightness] and select [Bright], [Standard] or [Dark].
When the brightness setting is changed,
the side indicator lights illuminate for a
few seconds.
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Side indicator light
BSI system operation
If the radar sensors detect vehicles in the
detection zone, the side indicator light
located inside the vehicle (near the outside
mirrors) illuminates. If your vehicle is
approaching a lane marker, the side
indicator light flashes and an audible
warning will sound three times. Then the
system applies the steering for a short
period of time to help return the vehicle
back to the center of the lane. BSI operates
regardless of turn signal usage.NOTE:
.
Warning and steering control will only
be activated if the side indicator light
is already illuminated when your vehi-
cle approaches a lane marker. If
another vehicle comes into the detec-
tion zone after your vehicle has
crossed a lane marker, no warning or
steering control will be activated. (See
“BSW/BSI driving situations” (P.5-43).)
. The BSI system is typically activated
earlier than the Lane Departure Pre-
vention (LDP) system when your vehi-
cle is approaching a lane marker.
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Dynamic driver assistance switch
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Driver assist system blind spot indicator

The BSI system turns on when the dynamic
driver assistance switch on the steering
wheel is pushed when the [Blind Spot
Intervention] is enabled in the settings
menu on the lower display. The driver
assist system blind spot indicator (green)
in the vehicle information display illumi-
nates when the BSI system is turned on.
The BSI system provides an audible warn-
ing and flashes the side indicator light
when BSI is activated even if the BSW
system is off.
JVS0246X
How to enable/disable the BSI system:
Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the BSI system.
1. Push the MENU button
*1and touch
[Driver Assistance] on the lower dis-
play.
2. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].
3. Touch [Blind Spot Intervention] to enable or disable the system.
WARNING
. Do not use the BSI system under the
following conditions because the system may not function properly.
—During bad weather (for example,
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 thelane width is too narrow.
—When driving with a tire that is notwithin normal tire conditions (for
example, tire wear, low tire pressure,
installation of spare tire, tire chains,
non-standard wheels).
—When the vehicle is equipped with
non-original steering parts or sus-
pension parts.
. Excessive noise (for example, audio
system volume, open vehicle window)
will interfere with the chime sound, and
it may not be heard.
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radar obstruction”warning message ap-
pears even after the BSI system is turned
on again, stop the vehicle in a safe location
and turn the engine off. Check for and
remove objects obscuring the radar sen-
sors on the rear bumper, and restart the
engine.
Condition C:
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight
under high temperature conditions (over
approximately 1048F (408C)) and then the
BSI system is turned on, the BSI system
may be deactivated automatically. The
“high cabin temperature” warning mes-
sage will appear in the vehicle information
display.
Action to take:
When the above conditions no longer exist,
push the dynamic driver assistance switch
again to turn the BSI system back on.
BSW/BSI malfunction
When the BSW/BSI systems malfunction,
they will be turned off automatically, a
beep will sound, the and the system
“malfunction” warning message with the
driver assist system blind spot indicator
(orange) will appear in the vehicle informa-
tion display. Action to take:
Stop the vehicle in a safe location, turn the
engine off and restart the engine.
If the system malfunction warning message
with the driver assist system blind spot
indicator (orange) continues to be dis-
played, have the BSW/BSI systems
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
BACK-UP COLLISION INTERVENTION
(BCI) SYSTEM
The Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI)
system can help alert the driver of
approaching vehicles or rear objects when
the driver is backing out of a parking
space.
When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)
position and the vehicle speed is less than
approximately 5 MPH (8 km/h), the BCI
system operates.JVS0233X
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PRECAUTIONS ON VEHICLE-TO-VE-
HICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE
The system is intended to enhance the
operation of the vehicle when following a
vehicle traveling in the same lane and
direction.
If the radar sensor
*Adetects a slower
moving vehicle ahead, the system will
reduce the vehicle speed so that your
vehicle follows the vehicle in front at the
selected distance.
The system automatically controls the
throttle and applies the brakes (up to
approximately 40% of vehicle braking power) if necessary.
The detection range of the sensor is
approximately 650 ft (200 m) ahead.
WARNING
.
This system is only an aid to assist the
driver and is not a collision warning or
avoidance device. It is the driver’ s
responsibility to stay alert, drive safely
and be in control of the vehicle at all
times.
. The system is primarily intended for use
on straight, dry, open roads with light
traffic. It is not advisable to use the
system in city traffic or congested areas.
. This system will not adapt automatically
to road conditions. This system should
be used in evenly flowing traffic. Do not
use the system on roads with sharp
curves, or on icy roads, in heavy rain or
in fog.
The radar sensor will not detect under
most conditions:
.Stationary and slow moving vehicles
. Pedestrians or objects in the roadway .
Oncoming vehicles in the same lane
. Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel
lane
WARNING
. As there is a performance limit to the
distance control function, never rely
solely on the Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) system. This system does not
correct careless, inattentive or absent-
minded driving, or overcome poor visi-
bility in rain, fog, or other bad weather.
Decelerate the vehicle speed by depres-
sing the brake pedal, depending on the
distance to the vehicle ahead and the
surrounding circumstances in order to
maintain a safe distance between vehi-
cles.
. If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the
vehicle decelerates to a standstill within
the limitations of the system. The
system will cancel once it judges that
the vehicle has come to a standstill and
sound a warning chime. To prevent the
vehicle from moving, the driver must
depress the brake pedal.
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1. System set display with vehicle ahead
2. System set display without vehicleahead
System operation
WARNING
Normally when controlling the distance to a
vehicle ahead, this system automatically
accelerates or decelerates your vehicle
according to the speed of the vehicle ahead.
Depress the accelerator to properly accel-
erate your vehicle when acceleration is
required for a lane change. Depress the brake pedal when deceleration is required to
maintain a safe distance to the vehicle
ahead due to its sudden braking or if a
vehicle cuts in. Always stay alert when
using the ICC system.
The driver sets the desired vehicle speed
based on the road conditions. The ICC
system maintains the set vehicle speed,
similar to standard cruise control, as long
as no vehicle is detected in the lane ahead.
The ICC system displays the set speed.Vehicle detected ahead:
When a vehicle is detected in the lane
ahead, the ICC system decelerates the
vehicle by controlling the throttle and
applying the brakes to match the speed
of a slower vehicle ahead. The system then
controls the vehicle speed based on the
speed of the vehicle ahead to maintain the
driver selected distance.
The stoplights of the vehicle come on
when braking is performed by the ICC
system.
When the brake operates, a noise may be
heard. This is not a malfunction.
When a vehicle ahead is detected, the
vehicle ahead detection indicator comes
on. The ICC system will also display the set
speed and selected distance.
Vehicle ahead not detected:
When a vehicle is no longer detected
ahead, the ICC system gradually acceler-
ates your vehicle to resume the previously
set vehicle speed. The ICC system then
maintains the set speed.
When a vehicle is no longer detected the
vehicle ahead detection indicator turns off.
If a vehicle ahead appears during accel-
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When a vehicle ahead is detected:
The vehicle ahead detection indicator
comes on.
When the vehicle approaches a vehicle
ahead:
.If the driver’ s foot is not on the
accelerator pedal, the system activates
the brakes to decelerate smoothly as
necessary. If the vehicle ahead comes
to a stop, the vehicle decelerates to a
standstill within the limitations of the
system.
. If the driver’s foot is on the accelerator
pedal, the system moves the accelera-
tor pedal upward to assist the driver to
release the accelerator pedal.
When brake operation by the driver is
required:
The system alerts the driver by a warning
chime and blinking the vehicle ahead
detection indicator. If the driver’s foot is
on the accelerator pedal after the warning,
the system moves the accelerator pedal
upward to assist the driver to switch to the
brake pedal. The stop lights of the vehicle come on
when braking is performed by the DCA
system.
When the brake operates, a noise may be
heard. This is not a malfunction.
WARNING
.
When the vehicle ahead detection in-
dicator is not illuminated, the system
will not control or warn the driver.
. Depending on the position of the accel-
erator pedal, the system may not be able
to assist the driver to release the
accelerator pedal appropriately.
. If the vehicle ahead comes to a stand-
still, the vehicle decelerates to a stand-
still within the limitations of the system.
The system will release brake control
with a warning chime once it judges the
vehicle is at a standstill. To prevent the
vehicle from moving, the driver must
depress the brake pedal. (The system
will resume control automatically once
the system reaches 3 MPH (5 km/h)).
Overriding the system:
The following driver’s operation overrides
the system operation.
.When the driver depresses the accel-
erator pedal even further while the
system is moving the accelerator pedal
upward, the DCA system control of the
accelerator pedal is canceled.
. When the driver’s foot is on the accel-
erator pedal, the brake control by the
system is not operated.
. When the driver’s foot is on the brake
pedal, neither the brake control nor the
alert by the system operates.
. When the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system is set, the DCA system will be
cancelled.
Approach warning
If your vehicle comes closer to the vehicle
ahead due to rapid deceleration of that
vehicle or if another vehicle cuts in, the
system warns the driver with the chime
and DCA system display. Decelerate by
depressing the brake pedal to maintain a
safe vehicle distance if:
. The chime sounds.
. The vehicle ahead detection indicator
blinks.

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1. Driver assist system forward indicator
2. Vehicle ahead detection indicator
SYSTEM OPERATION
The forward emergency braking system will
function when your vehicle is driven at
speeds above approximately 3 MPH (5
km/h).
If a risk of a forward collision is detected,
the forward emergency braking system will
provide the first warning to the driver by
flashing the driver assist system forward
indicator (orange) and the vehicle ahead
detection indicator (orange), and providing
an audible warning. In addition, theforward emergency braking system pushes
the accelerator pedal up. If the driver
releases the accelerator pedal, then the
system applies partial braking.
If the driver applies the brakes quickly and
forcefully after the warning, and the
forward emergency braking system detects
that there is still the possibility of a
forward collision, the system will automa-
tically increase the braking force.
If a forward collision is imminent and the
driver does not take action, the forward
emergency braking system issues the
second visual (red) and audible warning
and automatically applies harder braking.NOTE:
The vehicle’s stop lights come on when
braking is performed by the forward
emergency braking system.
Depending on vehicle speed and distance
to the vehicle ahead, as well as driving and
roadway conditions, the system may help
the driver avoid a forward collision or may
help mitigate the consequences if a colli-
sion should one be unavoidable.
If the driver is handling the steering wheel,
accelerating or braking, the forward emer-
gency braking system will function later or
will not function.
The automatic braking will cease under the
following conditions:
.
When the steering wheel is turned as
far as necessary to avoid a collision.
. When the accelerator pedal is de-
pressed.
. When there is no longer a vehicle
detected ahead.
If the forward emergency braking system
has stopped the vehicle, the vehicle will
remain at a standstill for approximately 2
seconds before the brakes are released.