1. Make sure that the windshield wipers areswitched off.
2. Pull the hood lock release lever
1, located
below the instrument panel on the driver’s
side; the hood will spring up slightly. 3. Push the lever2at the front of the hood, to
the left with your fingertips and raise the
hood.
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SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
If the LDW system malfunctions, it will cancel
automatically, and the message [Lane Depar-
ture Warning Inoperative] will appear.
Action to take:Stop the vehicle in a safe loca-
tion, engage P (Park), turn the engine off and
restart the engine. If the message continues to
appear, have the system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The lane camera unit1for the LDW system is
located above the inside mirror.
To ensure the proper operation of the LDW
system and prevent a system malfunction, be
sure to observe the following:
•Always keep the windshield clean.
•Do not attach a sticker (including transparent
material) or install an accessory near the
camera unit.
•Do not place reflective materials, such as
white paper or a mirror, on the instrument
panel. The reflection of sunlight may ad-
versely affect the camera unit’s capability of
detecting the lane markers.
•Do not strike or damage the areas around the
camera unit. Do not touch the camera lens or
remove parts from the camera unit. If the
camera unit is damaged due to an accident,
it is recommended you contact an INFINITI
retailer.
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•Shift to position D (Drive), or R (Reverse) on
vehicles with automatic transmission
•Release the electric parking brake
The parking sensor system is deactivated at
speeds above 10 MPH (16 km/h). It is reacti-
vated at lower speeds.
The parking sensor system is deactivated for
the rear area when you establish an electrical
connection between your vehicle and a trailer.
RANGE OF THE SENSORS
The parking sensor system does not take into
account obstacles located:
•Below the detection range, e.g. persons,
animals or objects.
•Above the detection range, e.g. overhanging
loads, tail sections or loading ramps of
goods vehicles.
The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush.
Otherwise, they may not function correctly.
Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to
scratch or damage them.
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM OFF
SWITCH
The parking sensor system OFF switch2on
the lower side of the instrument panel allows
the driver to turn the parking sensor system on
and off. To turn the parking sensor system on
and off, the ignition switch must be in the ON
position. The indicator light
1on the switch
will illuminate when the system is turned off.
The parking sensor system will turn on auto-
matically when the ignition switch is turned
from the OFF position to the ON position.
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Wheels and Tiresin the9. Maintenance and
Schedules section.)
– For detailed information, see Wheels and
tires in the 8. Do-it-yourself section.
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard
braking or when braking on slippery surfaces.
The system detects the rotation speed at each
wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to
prevent each wheel from locking and sliding. By
preventing each wheel from locking, the system
helps the driver maintain steering control and
helps to minimize swerving and spinning on
slippery surfaces.
Using system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady pres-
sure, but do not pump the brakes. The ABS will
operate to prevent the wheels from locking up.
Steer the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may
result in increased stopping distances.
Self-test feature
The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric
pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start the
engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in
forward or reverse. When the self-test occurs,
you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and
does not indicate a malfunction. If the computer
senses a malfunction, it switches the ABS off
and illuminates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then oper-
ates normally, but without anti-lock assistance.
If the ABS warning light illuminates during the
self-test or while driving, have the vehicle
checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
Normal operation
The ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH
(5 to 10 km/h). The speed varies according to
road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels
are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly
applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This
action is similar to pumping the brakes very
quickly. You may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or
feel a vibration from the actuator when it is
operating. This is normal and indicates that the
ABS is operating properly. However, the pulsa-
tion may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while driving.
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The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and
vehicle motion. Under certain driving condi-
tions, the VDC system helps to perform the
following functions.
•Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip
on one slipping drive wheel so power is
transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on
the same axle.
•Controls brake pressure and engine output
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
speed (traction control function).
•Controls brake pressure at individual wheels
and engine output to help the driver maintain
control of the vehicle in the following condi-
tions:– understeer (vehicle tends to not follow the steered path despite increased steering
input)
– oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain road or driving conditions).
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain
control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss
of vehicle control in all driving situations. When the VDC system operates, the VDC warn-
ing light in the instrument panel flashes so note
the following:
•The road may be slippery or the system may
determine some action is required to help
keep the vehicle on the steered path.
•You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
and hear a noise or vibration from under the
hood. This is normal and indicates that the
VDC system is working properly.
•Adjust your speed and driving to the road
conditions.
See Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light in the 2. Instruments and controls sec-
tion.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC
warning light
illuminates in the instrument
panel. The VDC system automatically turns off.
WARNING
•The VDC system is designed to help the
driver maintain stability but does not pre-
vent accidents due to abrupt steering opera-
tion at high speeds or by careless or danger-
ous driving techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful when driv- ing and cornering on slippery surfaces and
always drive carefully.
•Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If
suspension parts such as shock absorbers,
struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings
and wheels are not INFINITI recommended
for your vehicle or are extremely deterio-
rated, the VDC system may not operate
properly. This could adversely affect vehicle
handling performance, and the VDC warning
light
may illuminate.
•If brake related parts such as brake pads,
rotors and calipers are not INFINITI recom-
mended or are extremely deteriorated, the
VDC system may not operate properly and
the VDC warning light
may illuminate.
•If engine control related parts are not
INFINITI recommended or are extremely de-
teriorated, the VDC warning light
may
illuminate.
•When driving on extremely inclined sur-
faces such as higher banked corners, the
VDC system may not operate properly and
the VDC warning light
may illuminate.
Do not drive on these types of roads.
•When driving on an unstable surface such
as a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the
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SYSTEM
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11 Index
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System).........2-9
Warninglight .................2-9
Active sound enhancement ..........5-67
Operation ...................5-67
Adaptive Front lighting System ........2-65
Aids .......................5-60 Forward emergency braking system ....5-60
Hill Start Assist (HSA) ............5-93
Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) .......5-68
Air bags .....................1-47
Front passenger air bag switch .......1-47
Overview ....................0-2
Repair and replacement ...........1-56
Supplemental Restraint System ......1-38
Warninglight..............1-55, 2-12
Air cleaner filter .................8-13
Air conditioner .................4-42
Heater and air conditioner .........4-42
Refrigerant and lubricant ..........10-6
Servicing ...................4-51
Specification label .............10-11
Airfresheners...................7-4
Anti-theft alarm system ............2-58
AppGarage...................4-98 Screen ....................4-98
Settings screen ...............4-99
Around View Monitor ..............4-24
Moving object detection (MOD) ......4-37Settings
....................4-33
Audible reminders ................2-14
Audio .......................4-52
Operation precautions ...........4-52
Settings ...................4-80
Sourcebar..................4-65
System ....................4-52
Automatic transmission .............8-7
Fluid(ATF)...................8-7
Operation ...................5-18
Battery ......................8-9
Cautionlabel .................8-9
Coldweather.................5-93
Jump-starting .................6-10
Replacement - Intelligent Key .......8-20
Saver system ................2-86
Vehicle battery ................8-10
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system ......5-35
Bluetooth®...................4-83 Hands-Free Phone System .....4-83,4-131
Information..................4-96
Streamingaudio..............4 -130
Booster seats ..................1-35
Precautions................. .1-35
B r
akes......................8-17 ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) ......5-88
Adjustment..................8-17 Fluid ......................8-7
Forward emergency braking system
....5-60
Parking brake ................5-25
Precautions ..................5-87
System ....................5-87
Warninglight .................2-9
Break-inschedule................5-81
Brightness....................2-69 Instrumentpanel ..............2-69
Capacities and recommendations .......10-2
Coolant....................10-2
Fuel......................10-2
Oil.......................10-2
Refrigerant ..................10-2
Cardholder...................2-79
Center multi-function control panel ......4-2
Changing.....................8-4 Enginecoolant ................8-4
Engineoil ...................8-5
Engine oil filter ................8-6
Tires and wheels ..............8-32
Checking .....................8-4
Coolantlevel .................8-4
Engine oil level ................8-5
Child restraints .................1-20
Anchorage ..................1-23
ISOFIX installation ..............1-23
Instrumentpanel .................0-7Overview ..................0-7,2-3
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system .....5-47
Intelligent Key ..................8-20
Battery replacement .............8-20
Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) .........5-68
Precautions..................5-68
Interior .......................7-4
Cleaning.....................7-4
Lights — Operation ..............2-85
Overview ....................0-5
Interior rear view mirror .............3-17
Interior rear view mirrors ............3-17
iPod player ...................4-128
ISOFIX.......................1-23 Installation ...................1-23
Jump starting ...................6-10
Keys......................3-2,3-7 Emergencykey.................3-2
Intelligent Key battery replacement ....8-20
Locking .....................3-5
Labels .......................10-11
Air conditioner ................10-11
Battery .....................8-9
Chassis number ...............10-10
Tires ......................10-11 Lane Departure
..................5-31
Limitations...................5-31
Warning(LDW) ................5-29
Lights.......................8-22 Adaptive Front lighting System .......2-65
Bulb information ...............8-22
Fog light switch ................2-69
Front fog lights ................2-69
Headlights...............2-63,8-24
Interior.....................2-85
LEDheadlight.................8-24
Locations ...................8-22
Luggage compartment ............2-86
Maplights...................2-85
Rear fog lights ................2-69
Rear personal lights .............2-86
Rear room light ................2-86
Vanity mirror lights ..............2-86
Warning/Indicator lights ...........2-8
Loading information ...............10-13
Locks........................3-7 Child safety ...................3-7
Door locks ...................3-4
Lift gate .....................3-7
Locking inside lock knob ...........3-6
Lockingkey...................3-5
Locking power door lock switch .......3-6
Steering lock.................
.5-15
Unlocking inside door handle ........3-6Maintenance....................9-2
General maintenance ...........9-2,9-5
Log.......................9-14
Precautions ...................8-2
Requirements ..................9-2
Schedules....................9-7
Seatbelts ...................1-17
Severe driving conditions ..........9-13
Standard maintenance ............9-9
Map lights ....................2-85
Meters and gauges ................2-4
Engine coolant temperature ..........2-6
Fuel.......................2-6
Overview ....................0-8
Speedometer ..................2-5
Tachometer...................2-5
Mirrors .......................3-17
Anti-glare rear view mirror ..........3-17
Exterior rear view mirrors ..........3-17
Interior rear view mirrors ...........3-17
Vanity mirror ..................3-17
Vanity mirror lights ..............2-86
Mobile Apps ...................4-102
Monitor system .................4-134
Troubleshooting ...............4-134
Moving object detection (MOD) .........4-37
Oil.........................10-2 Capacities and recommendations ......10-2
Changingengineoil..............8-5
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-6
11-4Index
The SRS is designed tosupplementthe crash
protection provided by the driver and front pas-
senger seat belts and is not a substitute for them.
Seat belts should always be correctly worn and
the occupant seated a suitable distance away
from the steering wheel, instrument panel and
front door finishers. For additional information,
see “Seat belts” earlier in this section.
The supplemental air bags operate only
when the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
After placing the ignition switch in the ON
position, the air bag warning light will illu-
minate. The air bag warning light will turn
off within a few seconds after the engine is
started if the system is operational. See
“Warning lights, indicator lights and au-
dible reminders” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section for further details.
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