2014 INFINITI QX50 warning light

REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-
DURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags and pretensioners are designed to
activate on a one-time-only basis. As a
reminder, unless it is damaged, the sup-
plemental air bag warning light will remain
illuminated after inflation has occurred.
Repair and replacement of these systems
should be done only by an INFINITI retailer.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags,
curtain air bags, pretensioners and related
parts should be pointed out to the person
conducting the maintenance. The ignition
switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or
inside the vehicle.
WARNING
.Once a front air bag, side air bag or
curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
module will not function again and must
be replaced. Additionally, the activated
pretensioner must also be replaced. The
air bag module and pretensioner system
should be replaced by an INFINITI retailer. The air bag module and preten-
sioner system cannot be repaired.
. The front air bag, side air bag, curtain air
bag systems and the pretensioner sys-
tem should be inspected by an INFINITI
retailer if there is any damage to the
front end or side portion of the vehicle.
. If you need to dispose of a supplemental
air bag or pretensioner systems or scrap
the vehicle, contact an INFINITI retailer.
Correct supplemental air bag and pre-
tensioner system disposal procedures
are set forth in the appropriate INFINITI
Service Manual. Incorrect disposal pro-
cedures could cause personal injury.
Safety —Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-51

2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ................................................................ 2-3
Instrument panel ................................................. 2-5
Meters and gauges .............................................. 2-6
Speedometer and odometer ............................ 2-7
Tachometer...................................................... 2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-8
Fuel gauge ...................................................... 2-9
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ............................................. 2-10 Checking bulbs.............................................. 2-10
Warning lights ............................................... 2-11
Indicator lights .............................................. 2-16
Audible reminders ......................................... 2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ........................ 2-19 Indicators for operation ................................. 2-22
Indicators for maintenance ............................ 2-24
Trip computer ................................................ 2-26
Security systems ............................................... 2-28 Vehicle Security System ................................ 2-28
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .............. 2-30
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................. 2-31 Windshield wiper and washer operation ........ 2-32
Rear window wiper and washer operation ..... 2-32 Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................ 2-33
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................... 2-33
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) ............... 2-33
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-34
Turn signal switch........................................ 2-38
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-39
Horn ................................................................. 2-39
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................... 2-39
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) .......... 2-41
SNOW mode switch........................................... 2-42
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) OFF switch (if
so equipped)..................................................... 2-42
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......... 2-42
Clock................................................................. 2-43 Adjusting the time ....................................... 2-43
Power outlet ..................................................... 2-43
Storage ............................................................. 2-44 Cup holders ................................................. 2-44
Sunglasses holder ...................................... 2-45
Glove box .................................................... 2-46
Console box................................................. 2-46
Card holder.................................................. 2-47>

SSI0623
1. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od-ometer (P.2-7)
2. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-38)
3. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-33) 4. Trip computer switch (P.2-26)
5. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P.2-31)
6. Warning systems switch (if so equipped)
—Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (P.5-71)
—
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
(P.5-19)
— Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
(P.5-27)
7. Hood release handle (P.3-17)
8. Intelligent Key port (P.5-12)
9. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P.5-88)
10. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off switch (if so equipped) (P.2-42)
11. Electric tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-21)
12. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (Left side)
—For audio system (P.4-88)
— For Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone
System (with navigation system)
(P.4-91)
— For Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone
System (without navigation system) (if
so equipped) (P.4-102)
— For INFINITI Voice Recognition Sys-
tem (if so equipped) (P.4-116)
13. Manual tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-21)
14. Steering wheel
Instruments and controls2-3
COCKPIT

SSI0624
1. Side ventilator (P.4-43)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Center ventilator (P.4-43)
4. Center display (P.4-3)
5. Clock (P.2-43)
6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.6-2)7. Center multi-function control panel
—Navigation system* (if so
equipped)
— Vehicle information and setting
buttons (P.4-10)
— Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone Sys- tem (with navigation system) (P.4-91)
—
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem (without navigation system) (if so
equipped) (P.4-102)
— Around View Monitor (if so
equipped) (P.4-31)
— Rearview monitor (P.4-24)
8. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-37)
9. Fuse box cover (P.8-22)
10. Parking brake (P.5-18)
11. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-9)
12. Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-42)
13. Power outlet (P.2-43)
14. Rear window defroster switch (P.2-33)
15. Automatic climate control system (P.4-44)
16. Audio system (P.4-53)
17. Glove box lid release handle (P.2-46)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
Instruments and controls2-5
INSTRUMENT PANEL

2-6Instruments and controls
SIC4694
1. Tachometer (P.2-8)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-10)
3. Speedometer (P.2-7)
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge(P.2-8) 5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display
(P.2-19)/Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P.2-7)
6. Fuel gauge (P.2-9) *: The needle indicators in the speed-
ometer, tachometer, engine coolant tem-
perature gauge and fuel gauge may move
slightly after the ignition switch is pushed
to the OFF position. This is not a malfunc-
tion.
CAUTION
.
For cleaning, use a soft cloth, dampened
with water. Never use a rough cloth,
alcohol, benzine, thinner or any kind of
solvent or paper towel with a chemical
cleaning agent. They will scratch or
cause discoloration to the lens.
. Do not spray any liquid such as water on
the meter lens. Spraying liquid may
cause the system to malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES

SIC4698
FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximatefuel
level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during
braking, turning, acceleration, or going up
or down hills.
The gauge needle returns to E (Empty) after
the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge
registers “E”(Empty).
The low fuel warning
appears on the
dot matrix liquid crystal display when the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge
reaches
“E”. There will be a small reserve
of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge
needle reaches “E”.
The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle.
CAUTION
. If the vehicle runs out of fuel, themalfunction indicator light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off. If the light remains on
after a few driving trips, have the vehicle
inspected by an INFINITI retailer.
. For additional information, see “Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL)” (P.2-17).
Instruments and controls2-9

2-10Instruments and controls
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
models)*Intelligent Key warning lightExterior light indicator
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightLane departure warning light (orange)*Front fog light indicator light
Low tire pressure warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
Automatic transmission check warning lightLow washer fluid warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system warning
light*Master warning lightIntelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light*
Preview Function warning light (orange)*Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON indica-
tor light (green)*
Brake warning lightSeat belt warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system warn-
ing light (orange)*Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightAdaptive Front lighting System (AFS) indi-
cator light*Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange)*Automatic transmission position indicator
light*: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake and push the ignition switch to the
ON position without starting the engine.
The following lights will come on (if so
equipped):
,or,,,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off (if so equipped):
,or,,,,,,,,
If any light does not come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open
circuit in the electrical system. Have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the dot matrix crystal display
between the speedometer and tachometer.
(See
“Dot matrix liquid crystal display”
(P.2-19).)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS

WARNING LIGHTS
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models)
Thewarning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off
soon after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, or the
diameter of the front and the rear wheels
are different, the warning light will either
remain illuminated or blink. (See “All-
Wheel Drive (AWD)” (P.5-80).)
CAUTION
.If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction in
the AWD system. Reduce the vehicle
speed and have your vehicle checked by
an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
. If the AWD warning light blinks on when
you are driving:
—blinks rapidly (about twice a sec-
ond):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. The driving mode will
change to 2WD to prevent the AWD
system from malfunctioning. If the warning light turns off, you can drive
again.
—blinks slowly (about once every 2
seconds):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. Check that all tire
sizes are the same, tire pressure is
correct and tires are not worn.
. If the warning light is still on after the
above operations, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon
as possible.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then operates normally, but without anti-
lock assistance. (See
“Brake system”(P.5-
83).)
Automatic transmission check
warning light
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the light comes on for 2
seconds. If the light comes on at any other
time, it may indicate the transmission is
not functioning properly. Have your INFINITI
retailer check and repair the transmission.
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
system warning light (if so
equipped)
If the light comes on and remains on, it
may indicate that the BSW system is not
functioning properly. Although the vehicle
is still driveable, have the system checked
by an INFINITI retailer. See “Blind Spot
Warning (BSW) system” (P.5-27).
orBrake warning light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light comes on when the
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