1-46Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
as outlined in this manual should not
cause the passenger air bag to be auto-
matically turned OFF. For small adults it
may be turned OFF, however, if the
occupant does not sit in the seat properly
(for example, by not sitting upright, by
sitting on an edge of the seat, or by
otherwise being out of position), this could
cause the sensor to turn the air bag OFF.
Always be sure to be seated and wearing
the seat belt properly for the most effective
protection by the seat belt and supple-
mental air bag.
INFINITI recommends that pre-teens and
children be properly restrained in a rear
seat. INFINITI also recommends that appro-
priate child restraints and booster seats be
properly installed in a rear seat. If this is
not possible, the occupant classification
sensor is designed to operate as described
above to turn the front passenger air bag
OFF for specified child restraints. Failing to
properly secure child restraints and to use
the ALR mode (child restraint mode) may
allow the restraint to tip or move in an
accident or sudden stop. This can also
result in the passenger air bag inflating in
a crash instead of being OFF. (See “Child
restraints” (P.1-22) for proper use and installation.)
If the front passenger seat is not occupied,
the passenger air bag is designed not to
inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects
placed on the seat could result in air bag
inflation, because of the object being
detected by the occupant classification
sensor. Other conditions could also result
in air bag inflation, such as if a child is
standing on the seat, or if two children are
on the seat, contrary to the instructions in
this manual. Always be sure that you and
all vehicle occupants are seated and
restrained properly.
Using the passenger air bag status light,
you can monitor when the front passenger
air bag is automatically turned OFF with the
seat occupied. The light will not illuminate
when the front passenger seat is unoccu-
pied.
If an adult occupant is in the seat but the
passenger air bag status light is illumi-
nated (indicating that the air bag is OFF), it
could be that the person is a small adult,
or is not sitting on the seat properly.
If a child restraint must be used in the front
seat, the passenger air bag status light
may or may not be illuminated, depending
on the size of the child and the type of child restraint being used. If the passenger
air bag status light is not illuminated
(indicating that the air bag might inflate
in a crash), it could be that the child
restraint or seat belt is not being used
properly. Make sure that the child restraint
is installed properly, the seat belt is used
properly and the occupant is positioned
properly. If the passenger air bag status
light is still not illuminated, reposition the
occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.
If the passenger air bag status light will not
illuminate even though you believe that the
child restraint, the seat belts and the
occupant are properly positioned, the
system may be sensing an unoccupied
seat (in which case the air bag is OFF). Your
INFINITI retailer can check that the system
is OFF by using a special tool. However,
until you have confirmed with your retailer
that your air bag is working properly,
reposition the occupant or child restraint
in a rear seat.
The INFINITI advanced air bag system and
passenger air bag status light will take a
few seconds to register a change in the
passenger seat status. However, if the seat
becomes unoccupied, the air bag status
light will remain off.
2-52Instruments and controls
Automatic adjusting function
CAUTION
When the battery cable is removed from the
battery terminal, do not close either of the
front doors. The automatic window adjust-
ing function will not work and the side roof
panel may be damaged.
The power window has an automatic
adjusting function. When the door is being
opened, the window is automatically low-
ered slightly to avoid contact between the
window and the side roof panel. When the
door is closed, the window is automatically
raised slightly.
While the automatic adjusting function
does not work, the window will be con-
trolled as follows:
.When the door is opened, the window
lowers for approximately 2 seconds.
. While the door is open, the window
cannot be raised.
If the windows do not close auto-
matically
If the power window automatic function
(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initi-
alize the power window system.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Close the door.
3. Open the window completely by oper- ating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold
the switch more than 3 seconds after
the window is closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after performing
the procedure above, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
WARNING
. In an accident you could be thrown from
the vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child re-
straints.
. Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out of
the moonroof opening while the vehicle
is in motion or while the moonroof is
closing.
CAUTION
.Remove water drops, snow, ice or sand
from the moonroof before opening.
. Do not place any heavy object on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
MOONROOF (if so equipped)
3-4Pre-driving checks and adjustments
WARNING
.Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat belts,
this provides greater safety in the event
of an accident by helping to prevent
persons from being thrown from the
vehicle. This also helps keep children
and others from unintentionally opening
the doors, and will help keep out
intruders.
. Before opening any door, always look for
and avoid oncoming traffic.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
SPA2527
LOCKING WITH MECHANICAL KEY
The power door lock system allows you to
lock or unlock all doors simultaneously
using the mechanical key.
.Turning the driver’s door key cylinder to
the front of the vehicle
*1will lock all
doors.
. Turning the driver’s door key cylinder
once to the rear of the vehicle
*2will
unlock the driver’s door. After returning
the key to the neutral position
*3,
turning it to the rear again within 60
seconds will unlock all doors. .
You can switch the lock system to the
mode that allows you to open all the
doors when the key is turned once.
(See “How to use SETTING button” (P.4-
14).)
OPENING AND CLOSING WINDOWS
WITH THE MECHANICAL KEY
The driver’s door key operation also allows
you to open and close the window that is
equipped with the automatic open/close
function. (See “Power windows” (P.2-50).)
To open the window, turn the driver’s door
key cylinder to the rear of the vehicle for
longer than 1 second. The door is unlocked
and the window keeps opening while
turning the key.
This function can also be performed by
pushing and holding the door UNLOCK
button of the Intelligent Key. (See “Remote
keyless entry system” (P.3-14).)
To close the window, turn the driver’s door
key cylinder to the front of the vehicle for
longer than 1 second. The door is locked
and the window keeps closing while turn-
ing the key.
DOORS
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
10-2
Child restraints ................................................. 1-22LATCH system .............................................. 1-23
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-22
Child safety ...................................................... 1-20
Chimes Audible reminders ....................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-43
Circuit breaker, Fusible link............................... 8-23
Cleaning exterior and interior ....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control, Automatic climate control ........ 4-31
Clock ................................................................ 2-42
Clutch fluid ....................................................... 8-13
Coat hooks ....................................................... 2-49
Cockpit ............................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-60
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ... 4-56
Compact spare tire ........................................... 8-40
Compass ............................................................. 2-9
Console box ...................................................... 2-47
Controller, Center multi-function control panel .... 4-5
Controls Control panel button ...................................... 4-3
INFINITI Controller .......................................... 4-5
Coolant
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........................ 8-9
Corrosion protection ........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................... 5-22 Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ... 5-41
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .......... 5-24
Cup holders ...................................................... 2-44
Current fuel consumption .................................. 2-26
D
Daytime running light system ........................... 2-37
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-34
Dimensions ......................................................... 9-9
Distance to empty ............................................. 2-26
Door/trunk open warning .................................. 2-23
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ....................... 2-20
Drive belts ........................................................ 8-18
Drive positioner ................................................ 3-28
Driving All-wheel drive (AWD) ................................... 5-48
Cold weather driving .................................... 5-60
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-14
Driving with manual transmission ................ 5-19
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
DS (Drive Sport) mode ...................................... 5-16
DVD player operation ........................................ 4-57
E
Economy, Fuel ................................................... 5-47
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-26
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................ 2-26
Emission control information label .................... 9-11
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-21 Engine
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-12
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-46
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ........................ 8-9
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-11
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-8
Engine oil .................................................... 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-24
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Engine serial number ................................... 9-11
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-8
Engine start operation indicator (Automatic
Transmission models) .................................. 2-22
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) .................................. 2-23
If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-11
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-13
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-23
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............. 9-11
10-4
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light .................................................... 2-14
Intelligent Key ..................................................... 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ........ 2-22
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ...................... 2-22
Intelligent Key removal indicator ....................... 2-22
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-6
Battery replacement ..................................... 8-25
Key operating range ....................................... 3-8
Key operation ................................................ 3-9
Warning light ............................................... 2-15
Warning signals ........................................... 3-12
Intelligent Key warning light ............................. 2-15
Interior light control switch ............................... 2-54
Interior light replacement .................................. 8-28
Interior lights .................................................... 2-54
Interior trunk lid release ................................... 3-19
iPod
®player operation ..................................... 4-71
ISOFIX child restraint ........................................ 1-23
J
Jump starting ...................................................... 6-8
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) .................................................... 3-14
Keys ................................................................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system .............................. 3-6
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ................................. 1-51
Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-12
Emission control information label ............... 9-11
Engine serial number ................................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 9-11
Tire and Loading Information label ...... 8-32, 9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .............. 9-10
LATCH system ................................................... 1-23
License plate, Installing front license plate ....... 9-13
Light
Air bag warning light ................................... 1-51
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-27
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-39
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Headlights bulb replacement ....................... 8-28
Indicator lights ............................................ 2-17
Interior light control switch .......................... 2-54
Interior lights ............................................... 2-54
Map lights ................................................... 2-54
Replacement ................................................ 8-27
Trunk light ................................................... 2-56
Vanity mirror lights ...................................... 2-55
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ........................................ 2-12
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-34
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-28
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ......................................... 9-16 Lock
Automatic door locks ..................................... 3-5
Door locks ..................................................... 3-4
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Trunk lid ...................................................... 3-18
Locking with mechanical key ............................... 3-4
Low fuel warning .............................................. 2-23
Low tire pressure warning light ......................... 2-15
Low tire pressure warning system
(See tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ..... 5-4
Low washer fluid warning ................................. 2-23
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 ................................. 1-19
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ....................... 2-18
Map lights ........................................................ 2-54
Master warning light ......................................... 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ..... 3-29
Meter, Trip computer ......................................... 2-26
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-38
MirrorInside mirror ................................................ 3-25
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-26
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-27
Monitor, Rearview monitor ................................ 4-23
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-52
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-46
No key warning ................................................. 2-22
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
Operation, Indicators for operation ................... 2-22
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-27
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-26
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-24
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-15
Parking Brake break-in ............................................. 5-54
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-21
Parking brake release warning ..................... 2-23
Parking on hills ........................................... 5-49
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
Power Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ................................................ 2-42
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-13
Power steering system ................................. 5-53
Power windows ............................................ 2-50
Precautions
Audio operation ........................................... 4-39
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-53
Child restraints ............................................ 1-22
Cruise control .............................................. 5-22
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-13
Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-38
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Pre-crash seat belts .......................................... 1-16 Predictive course line settings .......................... 4-29
Preview function ............................................... 5-54
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-45
Preview Function warning light .......................... 2-16
Push starting .................................................... 6-10
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models) ....................................... 2-22
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
(US only) .......................................................... 9-23 Rear seats .......................................................... 1-7
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-34
Rearview monitor .............................................. 4-23
Recorders, Event data ....................................... 9-23
Registering your vehicle in another country ...... 9-10
Remote keyless entry system ............................ 3-14
Reporting safety defects ................................... 9-22
Roadside assistance program ............................. 6-2
Rollover .............................................................. 5-6
Roof, Moonroof ................................................. 2-53
10-5
10-6
S
SafetyChild seat belts ........................................... 1-20
Satellite radio operation ................................... 4-54
Seat adjustment
Front power seat adjustment .......................... 1-3
Front seats ..................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s)
Child safety ................................................. 1-20
Infants ......................................................... 1-20
Injured persons ........................................... 1-16Larger children ............................................. 1-21
Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-13
Pre-crash seat belts ..................................... 1-16
Pregnant women .......................................... 1-16
Seat belt cleaning .......................................... 7-6
Seat belt extenders ...................................... 1-19
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-16
Seat belts .................................................... 1-13
Seat belts with pretensioners ...................... 1-50
Small children ............................................. 1-21
Three-point type .......................................... 1-16
Seat synchronization function ........................... 3-28
Seat(s) Driver-side memory ...................................... 3-28
Heated seats ............................................... 2-39
Seats ............................................................. 1-2
Security system (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ........................................ 2-30 Security system, Vehicle security system .......... 2-28
Servicing climate control ................................... 4-38
SETTING button ................................................. 4-14
Shift lever, Shift lock release ............................ 5-18
Shift lock release, Transmission ........................ 5-18
Shift “P”warning (Automatic
Transmission models) ....................................... 2-22
Shifting Automatic transmission ............................... 5-14
Manual transmission ................................... 5-19
Sliding front passenger’s seat ............................. 1-5
Snow mode switch ............................................ 2-41
Sonar system .................................................... 5-51
Sonar system off switch .................................... 5-53
Spare tire ........................................................... 9-9
Spark plugs ...................................................... 8-19
Speedometer ...................................................... 2-7
Starting Before starting the engine ........................... 5-12
Jump starting ................................................. 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
Push starting ............................................... 6-10
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-13
STATUS button .................................................... 4-9
Status light, Front passenger air bag ................ 1-45
Steering
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-13
Power steering system ................................. 5-53
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ...................................................... 4-74
Tilt/telescopic steering ................................. 3-23 Storage ............................................................. 2-44
Storage box ...................................................... 2-49
Stowing golf bags ............................................. 2-49
Sun visors ........................................................ 3-24
Sunglasses holder ............................................ 2-46
Supplemental air bag warning labels ................ 1-51
Supplemental air bag warning light ......... 1-51, 2-17
Supplemental restraint system .......................... 1-38 Precautions on supplemental
restraint system ........................................... 1-38
Switch Autolight switch ........................................... 2-35
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-39
Hazard warning flasher switch ....................... 6-2
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Ignition switch ............................................. 5-14
Ignition switch manual
transmission models .................................... 5-19
Power door lock switch .................................. 3-5
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ........................................... 2-34
Snow mode switch ....................................... 2-41
Turn signal switch ........................................ 2-38
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ...... 2-41
T
Tachometer ......................................................... 2-8
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge .............................................. 2-8
Theft (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start ...................................................... 2-30