An INFINITI represents a new way of thinking
about vehicle design. It integrates advanced en-
gineering and superior craftsmanship with a
simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated
with traditional Japanese culture.
The result is a different notion of luxury and
beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the
sense of harmony that the vehicle evokes in its
driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with
the INFINITI — from the way it looks and drives to
the high level of retailer service.
To ensure that you enjoy an INFINITI to the fullest,
we encourage you to read this Owner’s Manual
immediately. It explains all of the features, con-
trols and performance characteristics of an
INFINITI; it also provides important instructions
and safety information.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
is included in your Owner’s literature port-
folio. The INFINITI Service and Mainte-
nance Guide explains details about main-
taining and servicing your vehicle. Always
carry it with you when you take your vehicle
to an INFINITI retailer. The Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet contents provide complete
information about all warranties covering
this vehicle, the requirements to keep the
warranties in effect as well as the INFINITI
Roadside Assistance program.Additionally, a separate Customer Care
and Lemon Law Information Booklet will
explain how to resolve any concerns you
may have with your vehicle, as well as
clarify your rights under your state’s lemon
law.
In addition to factory-installed options, your ve-
hicle may also be equipped with additional ac-
cessories installed prior to delivery. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. It is important that you familiarize yourself
with all disclosures, warnings, cautions and in-
structions concerning proper use of such acces-
sories prior to operating the vehicle and/or ac-
cessory. It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for details concerning the par-
ticular accessories with which your vehicle is
equipped.Before driving your vehicle, please read this
Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure famil-
iarity with controls and maintenance require-
ments, assisting you in the safe operation of your
vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
REMINDERS!
Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
for you and your passengers!
●NEVER drive under the influence of al-
cohol or drugs.
●ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for conditions.
●
ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
and avoid using vehicle features or taking
other actions that could distract you.
●ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
priate child restraint systems. Pre-teen
children should be seated in the rear seat.
●ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to
all occupants of the vehicle.
●ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual
for important safety information.
FOREWORDREAD FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Table of Contents
Illustrated table of contents
Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Technical and consumer information
Index
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0 Illustrated table of contents
Air bags, seat belts and child restraints..............0-2
Exterior front......................................0-3
Exterior rear.......................................0-4
Passenger compartment...........................0-5Instrument panel...................................0-6
Engine compartment check locations . ...............0-8
Warning and indicator lights........................0-9
1. Folding 3rd row bench (P. 1-2)
2. Folding 2nd row bench (P. 1-2)
3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover supplemental air bag (P. 1-49)
4. Head restraints/headrests (P.1-11)
5. Front seat belt with pretensioner(s) and
shoulder height adjuster (P. 1-16, 1-49)
6. Supplemental air bags (P.1-49)
7. Occupant classification sensor
(weight sensor) (P.1-49)
8. Front seats (P. 1-2)
9. Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bag (P. 1-49)
10. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) (P. 1-27)
11. 2nd row seat top tether strap anchor
(located on bottom of seatback)
(P. 1-27)
12. 3rd row bench seat top tether strap
anchor (located on bottom of seatback)
(P. 1-27)
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
LII2420
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD
RESTRAINTS
0-2Illustrated table of contents
VQ35DE engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir (P. 8-13)
2. Engine coolant reservoir (P. 8-8)
3. Drive belt location (P. 8-17)
4. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P. 8-10)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-14)
7. Air cleaner (P. 8-18)
8. Fuse box (P. 8-22)
9. Fuse/Fusible link box (P. 8-22)
10. Fuse/Fusible link box(P. 8-22)
11. Battery (P. 8-15)
12. Engine oil dipstick (P. 8-10)
13. Radiator cap (P. 8-8)
14. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
(P. 8-14)
Refer to the page number indicated in pa-
rentheses for operating details.
LDI2498
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
0-8Illustrated table of contents
Warning
lightName Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warn-
ing light2-9
or
Brake warning light 2-9
Charge warning
light2-9
Forward Emergency
Braking (FEB) sys-
tem warning light (if
so equipped)2-10
Low tire pressure
warning light2-10
Master warning light 2-11
Warning
lightName Page
Power steering
warning light2-11
Seat belt warning
light and chime2-12
Supplemental air
bag warning light2-12
Indicator
lightName Page
Continuously Vari-
able Transmission
(CVT) position indi-
cator light2-13
Front fog light indi-
cator light (green)2-13
Front passenger air
bag status light2-13
High beam indicator
light (blue)2-13
Indicator
lightName Page
Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL)2-13
Security indicator
light2-14
Side light and head-
light indicator light
(green)2-14
Slip indicator light 2-14
Turn signal/hazard
indicator lights2-14
Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) OFF
indicator light2-14
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Illustrated table of contents0-9
1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system
Seats............................................1-2
Front power seat adjustment.....................1-3
2nd row bench seat adjustment..................1-5
3rd row bench seat adjustment..................1-7
Armrests......................................1-8
Flexible seating.................................1-8
Head restraints/headrests.........................1-11
Adjustable head restraint/headrest
components..................................1-12
Non-adjustable head restraint/headrest
components..................................1-13
Remove......................................1-13
Removable (without Dual head restraint/
headrest DVD system only).....................1-13
Install........................................1-14
Adjust........................................1-14
Folding head restraint/headrest.................1-15
Seat belts.......................................1-16
Precautions on seat belt usage..................1-16
Seat belt warning light.........................1-19
Pregnant women..............................1-19
Injured persons................................1-19
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function
(front seats) (if so equipped)....................1-19Three-point type seat belt with retractor..........1-20
Seat belt extenders............................1-24
Seat belt maintenance.........................1-24
Child safety......................................1-25
Infants........................................1-25
Small children.................................1-26
Larger children................................1-26
Child restraints...................................1-27
Precautions on child restraints..................1-27
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) system..............................1-29
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH.......................................1-32
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
the seat belts.................................1-34
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH..................................1-37
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts............................1-40
Booster seats.................................1-46
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)..............1-49
Precautions on SRS...........................1-49
Supplemental air bag warning labels.............1-67
Supplemental air bag warning light..............1-67
WARNING
●Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident,
you could be thrown into it and receive
neck or other serious injuries. You
could also slide under the lap belt and
receive serious internal injuries.●For the most effective protection when
the vehicle is in motion, the seat should
be upright. Always sit well back and
upright in the seat with both feet on the
floor and adjust the seat properly. For
additional information, refer to “Pre-
cautions on seat belt usage” in this
section.
●After adjustment, gently rock in the seat
to make sure it is securely locked.●Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly ac-
tivate switches or controls. Unattended
children could become involved in seri-
ous accidents.
●To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not leave
children, people who require the assis-
tance of others or pets unattended in
your vehicle. Additionally, the tempera-
ture inside a closed vehicle on a warm
day can quickly become high enough to
cause a significant risk of injury or
death to people and pets.
●Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation. The seat may move
suddenly and could cause loss of con-
trol of the vehicle.
●The seatback should not be reclined
any more than needed for comfort. Seat
belts are most effective when the pas-
senger sits well back and straight up in
the seat. If the seatback is reclined, the
risk of sliding under the lap belt and
being injured is increased.
ARS1152
SEATS
1-2Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system