over the retractable hard top (for exam-
ple, in a garage or a covered area). More
than approximately 6.6 ft (2 m) from the
ground and more than approximately 3.3
ft (1 m) from the rear is required to open
or close the retractable hard top safely.
Otherwise, the top may damage any
objects above it while moving. The
retractable hard top operating system
could also be damaged.
. Do not operate the retractable hard top
in a strong wind. It could be blown by
the wind, striking someone or damaging
the retractable hard top.
. When the retractable hard top is re-
tracted, do not allow anyone to stand up
or extend any portion of their body out
of the opening while the vehicle is in
motion or while the retractable hard top
is being operated.
. In an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle with an open retractable hard
top if you do not use seat belts. Always
use seat belts and proper child re-
straints.
. Do not place any objects on or near the
retractable hard top operating switch.
Unintentional operation of the retract- able hard top may cause injuries or an
accident if the objects press the switch.
. Do not put your fingers or hands in the
gap between the rear seats and the rear
parcel shelf or the side flaps. Doing so
may cause injury if the retractable hard
top is operated.
CAUTION
.Do not operate the retractable hard top
when the temperature is below 328F
(08C). This may result in damage to the
retractable hard top material or operat-
ing system.
. Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the retractable hard top, and dry
the surface of the retractable hard top
completely before opening it.
. Do not open the retractable hard top
when it is wet or damp. If the retractable
hardtop and rear window are wet, water
might get inside of the vehicle. To avoid
this, wipe off any water drops before
opening the retractable hard top.
. Do not place any objects between the
hard rail and the structure. Doing so could interfere with retractable hard top
operation and cause damage to the
retractable hard top operating system
or the objects.
. Do not place any objects on the upper
area of the windshield glass or the hard
rail when the retractable hard top is fully
opened. Doing so could interfere with
retractable hard top operation and cause
damage.
. Do not place any object between the
retractable hard top when the retract-
able hard top is stored in the storage
space. Doing so may interfere with
retractable hard top operation and cause
damage.
. Do not place anything on the retractable
hard top, rear parcel shelf, side flaps and
trunk lid. Even small items may interfere
with the retractable hard top operation
and could cause damage to the retract-
able hard top or the vehicle body.
. Do not place anything in the retractable
hard top storage area. The retractable
hard top will not fit there properly, and
this could damage the retractable hard
top and/or the vehicle body.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-19
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
10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ......................... 5-55
Advanced air bag system .................................. 1-40
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system ............................. 1-40
Door-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-45
Front passenger air bag and status light ...... 1-42
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-45
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-48
Air bag warning light ............................... 1-48, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-19
Air conditioner
Air conditioner service ................................. 4-38
Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ................... 4-38, 9-7
Automatic climate control ............................ 4-30
In-cabin microfilter ....................................... 4-38
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ................................................ 2-29
Alcohol, drugs and driving .................................. 5-8
Antenna ............................................................ 4-75
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......................... 5-55
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light .... 2-10
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ................................ 7-4
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) .... 2-44 Audible reminders ............................................ 2-17
Audio operation precautions ............................. 4-39
Audio system .................................................... 4-39
Steering wheel audio controls ...................... 4-74
Auto closure ..................................................... 3-29
Autolight system ............................................... 2-35
Automatic Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ............................................ 2-51
Automatic climate control .................. 4-32, 4-34
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-12
Climate control ............................................ 4-30
Door locks ..................................................... 3-6
Drive positioner ........................................... 3-38
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-13
Seat positioner ............................................ 3-38
Average fuel consumption and speed ................ 2-26
Avoiding collision and rollover ............................ 5-7
B
Battery .............................................................. 8-15
Battery saver system ................................... 2-37
Intelligent Key .............................................. 8-25
Variable voltage control system ................... 8-17
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-12
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ....................... 4-77
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .................. 4-87 Bluetooth
®streaming audio ............................. 4-66
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................... 5-55
Brake and clutch fluid .................................. 8-13
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-14
Brake system ............................................... 5-52
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-20
Warning light ............................................... 2-11
Break-in schedule ............................................. 5-46
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button .................................. 4-9
Instrument panel ......................................... 2-38
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-10
Bulb replacement .............................................. 8-27
C
Cabin air filter ................................................... 4-38
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-76
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................ 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ............. 4-73
Center multi-function control panel ..................... 4-3
Child restraints ................................................. 1-19 Child Restraint Lower Anchors ...................... 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-20
Child safety ...................................................... 1-17
Chimes, Audible reminders ............................... 2-17
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-44
Circuit breaker, Fusible link............................... 8-23
10-4
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light .................................................... 2-12
Intelligent Key ..................................................... 3-3
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ........ 2-20
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ...................... 2-20
Intelligent Key removal indicator ....................... 2-20
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-7Battery replacement ..................................... 8-25
Key operating range ....................................... 3-9
Key operation .............................................. 3-10
Warning light ............................................... 2-12
Warning signals ........................................... 3-12
Intelligent Key warning light ............................. 2-12
Interior light control switch ............................... 2-52
Interior light replacement .................................. 8-28
Interior lights .................................................... 2-52
Interior trunk lid release ................................... 3-30
iPod
®player operation ..................................... 4-71
ISOFIX child restraint ........................................ 1-21
J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-14
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) .................................................... 3-14
Keys ................................................................... 3-3 For Intelligent Key system .............................. 3-7
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ................................. 1-48
Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-13
Emission control information label ............... 9-12
Engine serial number ................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 9-12
Tire and Loading Information label ...... 8-32, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .............. 9-11
License plate, Installing front license plate ....... 9-13
Light Air bag warning light ................................... 1-48
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-27
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-39
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Headlights bulb replacement ....................... 8-27
Indicator lights ............................................ 2-15
Interior light control switch .......................... 2-52
Interior lights ............................................... 2-52
Map lights ................................................... 2-52
Replacement ................................................ 8-27
Trunk light ................................................... 2-53
Vanity mirror lights ...................................... 2-53
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ........................................ 2-10
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-34
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-28
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ......................................... 9-17 Lock
Automatic door locks ..................................... 3-6
Door locks ..................................................... 3-5
Power door lock ............................................. 3-5
Trunk lid ...................................................... 3-28
Locking with mechanical key ............................... 3-5
Low fuel warning .............................................. 2-21
Low tire pressure warning light ......................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ................... 5-4
Low washer fluid warning ................................. 2-21
M
Maintenance Battery ......................................................... 8-15
General maintenance ..................................... 8-2
Indicators for maintenance ........................... 2-24
Inside the vehicle .......................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ............................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ............................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle ........................................ 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-17
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ....................... 2-15
Map lights ........................................................ 2-52
Master warning light ......................................... 2-13
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-4
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ..... 3-39
Meter Trip computer .............................................. 2-26
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-38
MirrorInside mirror ................................................ 3-35
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-36
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-37
Monitor, Rearview monitor ................................ 4-23
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-46
No key warning ................................................. 2-20
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-7
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-7
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-10
Engine oil .................................................... 8-10
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-24
Opening the retractable hard top ............. 3-23, 3-25
Operating the retractable hard top .................... 3-18
Operation, Indicators for operation ................... 2-20
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-27
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-36
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-16
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-24
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-15
Parking Brake break-in ............................................. 5-52
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-20
Parking brake release warning ..................... 2-21
Parking on hills ........................................... 5-48
Phone
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-77
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system (models
without navigation system) .......................... 4-87
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-76
Pop-up roll bar system ..................................... 1-49 Power
Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Power door lock ............................................. 3-5
Power outlet ................................................ 2-43
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-13
Power steering system ................................. 5-51
Power windows ............................................ 2-49
Precautions Audio operation ........................................... 4-39
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-52
Child restraints ............................................ 1-20
Cruise control .............................................. 5-21
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-11Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-35
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3 Pre-crash seat belts .......................................... 1-13
Predictive course line settings .......................... 4-28
Preview function ............................................... 5-53
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-45
Preview Function warning light .......................... 2-14
Push starting .................................................... 6-16
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models) ....................................... 2-20
Push-button ignition switch ....................... 5-9, 5-10R
Radio ................................................................ 4-39
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-76
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................... 4-53
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................ 2-33
Rapid air pressure loss ....................................... 5-7
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test .......................................................... 9-23
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-34
Rearview monitor .............................................. 4-23
Recorders, Event data ....................................... 9-24
Registering your vehicle in another country ...... 9-11
Remote keyless entry system ............................ 3-14
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire puncture
repair kit) ........................................................... 6-8 Reporting safety defects ................................... 9-22
Retractable hard top ......................................... 3-18
Roadside assistance program ............................. 6-2
10-5
10-6
Rollover .............................................................. 5-7
Roof, Retractable hard top ................................ 3-18
S
SafetyChild seat belts ........................................... 1-17
Satellite radio operation ................................... 4-54
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .......................... 1-3
Front seats ..................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s)
Child safety ................................................. 1-17
Infants ......................................................... 1-18
Injured persons ........................................... 1-13Larger children ............................................. 1-18
Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-11
Pre-crash seat belts ..................................... 1-13
Pregnant women .......................................... 1-13
Seat belt cleaning .......................................... 7-6
Seat belt extenders ...................................... 1-16
Seat belt guide ............................................ 1-16
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-17
Seat belt warning light ................................ 2-14
Seat belts .................................................... 1-11
Seat belts with pretensioners ...................... 1-46
Small children ............................................. 1-18
Three-point type .......................................... 1-13
Seat synchronization function ........................... 3-38
Seat(s) Climate controlled seats .............................. 2-41
Driver-side memory ...................................... 3-38 Heated seats ............................................... 2-39
Seats ............................................................. 1-2
Security system (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ........................................ 2-30
Security system, Vehicle security system .......... 2-28
Separator, Retractable hard top ........................ 3-20
Servicing climate control ................................... 4-38
SETTING button ................................................. 4-13
Shift lever Shift lock release ......................................... 5-17
Shift lock release, Transmission ........................ 5-17
Shift “P”warning (Automatic
Transmission models) ....................................... 2-20
Shifting Automatic transmission ............................... 5-13
Manual transmission ................................... 5-18
Sliding front passenger’s seat ............................. 1-5
Sonar system .................................................... 5-49
Sonar system off switch .................................... 5-51
Spare tire ........................................................... 9-9
Spark plugs ...................................................... 8-18
Speedometer ...................................................... 2-7
Starting Before starting the engine ........................... 5-12
Jump starting ............................................... 6-14
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
Push starting ............................................... 6-16
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-12
STATUS button .................................................... 4-9
Status light, Front passenger air bag ................ 1-42 Steering
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-13
Power steering system ................................. 5-51
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ...................................................... 4-74
Tilt/telescopic steering ................................. 3-34
Storage ............................................................. 2-45
Storage box ...................................................... 2-48
Sun visors ........................................................ 3-35
Supplemental air bag warning labels ................ 1-48
Supplemental air bag warning light ......... 1-48, 2-14
Supplemental restraint system .......................... 1-35 Precautions on supplemental
restraint system ........................................... 1-35
Switch Autolight switch ........................................... 2-35
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-39
Hazard warning flasher switch ....................... 6-2
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Ignition switch ............................................. 5-13
Ignition switch manual
transmission models .................................... 5-18
Power door lock switch .................................. 3-6
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ........................................... 2-34
Retractable hard top switch ................ 3-23, 3-25
Turn signal switch ........................................ 2-38
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ...... 2-42