To unlock the vehicle:touch the inner surface of
the door handle.
To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface
1.or
2.
Make sure that you do not touch the inner
surface of the door handle.
Convenience closing feature: touch recessed
sensor surface
1for an extended period. (See
Convenience closing feature in the
2. Instruments and controls section).To unlock the lift gate: press the lift gate switch
1.
When unlocking, the turn signals flash once
When locking, they flash three times.
NOTE
When the locator lighting is activated, it lights
up when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked
with the intelligent key (see separate operating
instructions).
You can also set an audible signal to con firm
that the vehicle has been locked. The audible
signal can be activated or deactivated using the
on-board computer (see Activating/
deactivating the acoustic locking confirmation
in the 2. Instruments and controls section)LOCKING WITH THE MECHANICAL KEY
The driver’s door can be locked/unlocked from
outside using the mechanical key if the battery
is dead.
To lock the door, insert the mechanical key into
the driver’s door key cylinder and turn it to-
wards the front of the vehicle
1.
To unlock the door, turn the key towards the
rear of the vehicle
2.
See Mechanical key earlier in this section for
instructions on accessing the Intelligent Key
system mechanical key.
NOTE
The alarm system will be triggered when the
door is opened using the mechanical key (alarm
equipped models). To stop the alarm, turn the
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ignition key to the ON position or press the un-
lock button () on the key.
There are several ways to deactivate the alarm:
•To deactivate the alarm with the key: press
theorbutton on the key.
or
Insert the key into the ignition lock.
•Lock or unlock the vehicle using Intelligent
Key. The key must be outside the vehicle
If you unlock the vehicle using the emergency
key element, the fuel filler lid will not be
unlocked automatically. To unlock the fuel filler
lid, insert the key into the ignition lock.
LOCKING WITH INSIDE DOOR KNOB
To unlock and open the door, pull the door lock
knob and
1up pull the inside door handle1.
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
1Press to unlock
2Press to lock
The power door lock switch, located on the door
trimming, can be used to unlock
1or lock2all doors.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
The vehicle is locked automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the wheels are
turning.
You could therefore be locked out if:
•The vehicle is being pushed.
•The vehicle is being towed.
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•The vehicle is being tested on a dynamom-
eter.
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK
The child safety lock helps prevent doors from
being opened accidentally, especially when
small children are in the vehicle.
When the switch is in the LOCK
2position, the
rear door can only be opened from the outside.
LIFT GATE LOCK
To open the lift gate, unlock it first with one of
the following operations, then push the button
1.
•Push thebutton on the key or Intelli-
gent Key (if equipped). See INFINITI intelli-
gent key system later in this section.
•Unlock all the doors using the key.
To close the lift gate, pull it down until it
securely locks.
1Locks the vehicle.
2Unlocks the vehicle.
3Panic button.
WARNING
•Radio waves could adversely affect electric
medical equipment. Those who use a pace-
maker should contact the electric medical
equipment manufacturer for the possible in-
fluences before use.
•The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves
when the buttons are pushed. The FAA ad-
vises that the radio waves may affect air-
craft navigation and communication sys-
tems. Do not operate the Intelligent Key
while on an airplane. Make sure that the
buttons are not operated unintentionally
when the unit is stored for a flight.
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INFINITI INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
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The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door locks using the remote control function or
touching the request switch on the vehicle
without taking the key out from a pocket or
purse. The operating environment and/or con-
ditions may affect the Intelligent Key system
operation.
Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key system.
CAUTION
•Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when operating the vehicle.
•Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle
when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating
with the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The
Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio
waves. Environmental conditions may interfere
with the operation of the Intelligent Key system
under the following operating conditions:
•When operating near a location where
strong radio waves are transmitted, such as
a TV tower, power station and broadcasting
station.
•When in possession of wireless equipment,
such as a cellular telephone, transceiver or a
CB radio.
•When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or
covered by metallic materials.
•When any type of radio wave remote control
is used nearby.
•When the Intelligent Key is placed near an
electric appliance such as a personal com-
puter.
•When the vehicle is parked near a parking
meter.
In such cases, correct the operating conditions
before using the Intelligent Key function or use
the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies depend-
ing on the operating conditions, the battery’s
life is approximately two years. If the battery is
discharged, replace it with a new one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, an
indicator illuminates in the vehicle information
display. For additional information, refer to
Safety systems in the2. Instruments and
controls section.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiv-
ing radio waves, if the key is left near equip-
ment which transmits strong radio waves, such as signals from a TV and personal computer, the
battery life may become shorter.
For additional information, refer to
Intelligent
key battery replacement in the
8. Do-it-yourself section.
As many as four Intelligent Keys can be regis-
tered and used with one vehicle. For informa-
tion about the purchase and use of additional
Intelligent Keys, it is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer.CAUTION
Listed below are conditions or occurrences
which will damage the Intelligent Key:
•Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which con-
tains electrical components, to come into
contact with water or salt water. This could
affect the system function.
•Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
•Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply
against another object.
•Do not change or modify the Intelligent Key.
•Wetting may damage the Intelligent Key. If
the Intelligent Key gets wet, immediately
wipe until it is completely dry.
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•Do not place the Intelligent Key for an ex-
tended period in an area where tempera-
tures exceed 140
oF (60oC).
•Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a key
holder that contains a magnet.
•Do not place the Intelligent Key near equip-
ment that produces a magnetic field, such
as a TV, audio equipment and personal
computers.
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to oper-
ate the vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, it is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer.
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch
1. When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged
or strong radio waves are present near the
operating location, the Intelligent Key operating
range becomes narrower, and the Intelligent
Key may not function properly.
The operating range is within 31.5 in (80 cm)
from each request switch
1.
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door
glass, handle or rear bumper, the request
switches may not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even someone
who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to push
the request switch to lock/unlock the doors.
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DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRECAUTION
•Do not touch the door handle request switch
with the Intelligent Key held in your hand as
illustrated. The close distance to the door
handle will cause the Intelligent Key system
to have difficulty recognizing that the Intelli-
gent Key is outside the vehicle.
•To prevent the Intelligent Key from being left
inside the vehicle, make sure you carry the
Intelligent Key
INFINITI INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATION
You can lock or unlock the doors without taking
the Intelligent Key out of your pocket or bag.
When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you
can lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door
handle request switch within the range of op-
eration.
Locking doors
1. Push the P (Park) button to engage the P(Park) position, place the ignition switch in
the LOCK position and make sure you carry
the Intelligent Key with you.
2. Close all doors.
3. Touch any sensor surface
1or2.
4. All doors and the lift gate will lock. 5. The turn signals flash three times.
NOTE
•Doors do not lock by pushing the door
handle request switch while any door is
open. However, doors lock with the mechani-
cal key even if any door is open.
•The driver’s door and the door at which the
handle is used, must both be closed.
•The doors may not lock when the Intelligent
Key is in the same hand that is operating the
request switch to lock the door. Put the
Intelligent Key in a purse, pocket or your
other hand.
CAUTION
•When locking the doors using the request
switch, make sure to have the Intelligent
Key in your possession before operating the
request switch to prevent the Intelligent
Key from being left in the vehicle.
•The request switch is operational only when
the Intelligent Key has been detected by the
Intelligent Key system.
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Unlocking doors
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Touch the inner surface of the door handle.
3. All doors and the lift gate will unlock.
4. The turn signals flash once.
CHANGING THE SETTINGS OF THE
LOCKING SYSTEM
You can change the settings of the locking
system. This means that only the driver’s door
and the fuel-filler lid are unlocked when the
vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you fre-
quently travel alone.
To change the setting:simultaneously press the
andbuttons for approximately 6
seconds.
NOTE
If the setting of the locking system is changed
within the signal range of the vehicle, pressing
the
andbutton will lock or unlock
the vehicle. The key now functions as follows:
To unlock the driver’s door:
press the
button once.
To unlock centrally:press the
button
twice.
To lock centrally: press the
button.
The Intelligent key function is changed as fol-
lows:
To unlock the driver’s door: touch the inner
surface of the door handle on the driver’s door.
To unlock centrally: touch the inner surface of
the door handle on the front passenger door or
the rear door.
To lock centrally: touch the outer sensor surface
on one of the door handles
To restore the factory settings: simultaneously
press the
andbutton for approxi-
mately 6 seconds.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
Symptom Possible causeRemedy
You cannot
lock or unlock
the vehicle
using the key The key battery
is discharged or
nearly dis-
charged:
•Vehicles without Intelligent Key:
try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key. Point the tip of the
key at the driver’s door handle from close range and press the/button.
If this does not work:
•Check the key battery (see Checking the batteryin the8. Do-it-yourself section) and replace it necessary
•Unlock (seeLocking with the mechanical key later in this section) or lock the vehicle using the emergency key element
There is interfer-
ence from a
powerful source
of radio waves
•Vehicles without Intelligent Key: try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key. Point the tip of the
key at the driver’s door handle from close range and press the
/button.
If this does not work:
•Unlock (see Locking with the mechanical key later in this section) or lock the vehicle using the emergency key element
The key is faulty
•Unlock (see Locking with the mechanical key later in this section) or lock the vehicle using the emergency key element
•Have the key checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
You can no
longer lock or
unlock the ve-
hicle using In-
telligent Key The key battery
is discharged or
nearly dis-
charged
•Check the key battery (see
Checking the batteryin the8. Do-it-yourself section) and replace it necessary
If this does not work:
•Unlock (see Locking with the mechanical key later in this section) or lock the vehicle using the emergency key element
There is interfer-
ence from a
powerful source
of radio waves
•Unlock (see Locking with the mechanical key later in this section) or lock the vehicle using the emergency key element
There is a fault
with the Intelli-
gent Key system
•Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key.•Have the vehicle and key checked. It is recommended you visist an INFINITI retailer for this service.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote control function
•Unlock (see Locking with the mechanical key later in this section) or lock the vehicle using the emergency key element
•Have the vehicle and key checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
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