Malfunction Indicator light (MIL)
(yellow)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the yellow Malfunction Indicator light
illuminates. This means that the system is
operational.
If the yellow engine malfunction indicator light
lights up while the engine is running, there may
be a fault, for example:
•In the engine management
•In the fuel injection system
•In the exhaust system
•In the ignition system (for vehicles with
gasoline engines)
•In the fuel system
•In other monitored items, for example the
automatic transmission.
The emission limit values may be exceeded and
the engine may be running in emergency mode.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having
the engine control system checked and re-
paired as necessary could lead to poor drive-
ability, reduced fuel economy and possible
damage to the engine control system.
Incorrect setting of the engine control system
may lead to non-compliance of local and na-
tional emission laws and regulations.
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. It
is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Distance warning light (if
equipped)
This light illuminates if the distance to the
vehicle in front is too small for the speed
selected.
If a warning tone also sounds, you are ap-
proaching a vehicle or stationary obstacle in
your line of travel at too high a speed. For
additional information seeForward emergency
braking (FEB) system (if equipped)in the5.
Starting and drivingStarting and drivingsec-
tion.
Electric parking brake
warning light
The red indicator illuminates when the electric
parking brake is engaged.
If the red indicator light for the electric parking
brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning
light for the electric parking brake is lit, observe
the additional messages displayed in the ve-
hicle information display.
For further parking brake operation information
seeParking brakein the3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustmentssection.
Seat belt (driver and front
passenger) warning light
The seat belt warning light reminds you to
fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates if
the engine is started, all doors are closed and
the driver’s and/or front passenger’s seat belt
is unfastened. It will remain illuminated until
the driver and/or front passenger fastens their
seat belt. A chime will sound once the vehicle is
in motion, seeSeat belt reminder chimelater
in this section. SeeSeat beltsin the1. Safety
— seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint
systemsection for precautions on seat belt
usage.
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When the VDC OFF indicator light and VDC
warning light (seeVehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning lightlater in this section) come
on with the VDC system turned on, it alerts the
driver to the fact that the system’s fail-safe
mode is operating. This means that the system
may not be functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for these services.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the VDC
system function will be canceled, but the ve-
hicle is still driveable. For additional informa-
tion, seeVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
systemin the5. Starting and drivingsection.
WARNING
VDC should remain on unless freeing a vehicle
from mud or snow.
While the VDC system is operating, you might
feel a slight vibration or hear the system work-
ing when starting the vehicle or accelerating,
but this is normal.
Front fog light indicator light (if
equipped)
The light comes on when the front fog lights are
switched on (seeFog light switch (If so
equipped)later in this section).
High beam assist indicator light
(if equipped)
The indicator light illuminates when the head-
lights come on while the headlight switch is in
the AUTO position with the high beam selected.
This indicates that the high beam assist system
is operational. (See 2-62.)
High beam indicator light
This blue light comes on when the headlight
high beams are on and goes out when the low
beams are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.
Rear fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the rear fog light is
switched on (seeFog light switch (If so
equipped)later in this section).
Side light and headlight
indicator light
This light comes on when the side light or
headlight position is selected, seeHeadlight
and turn signal switcheslater in this section
for further details.
/Front passenger air
bag status light
The front passenger air bag status light ()
located on the center console above the shift
lever will illuminate when the front passenger
air bag is turned OFF. When the front passenger
air bag is turned on, the front passenger air bag
status light ON (
) will illuminate.
For more details, seeFront passenger air bag
and status lightin the1. Safety — seats, seat
belts and supplemental restraint systemsec-
tion.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime will sound when driving away if the
parking brake has not been released. Stop the
vehicle and release the parking brake.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF
position, a chime sounds when the driver’s door
is opened if the side lights are on. Turn the
headlight control switch off before leaving the
vehicle.
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Activating/deactivating the surround lighting
and exterior lighting delayed switch-off:
If you have activated the Surround lighting
function and the light switch is set to
the following functions are activated when it is
dark:
•Surround lighting: the exterior lighting re-
mains lit for 40 seconds after unlocking with
the key. If you start the engine, the surround
lighting is switched off and automatic head-
light mode is activated .
•Exterior lighting delayed switch-off: the ex-
terior lighting remains lit for 60 seconds
after the engine is switched off. If you close
all the doors and the lift gate, the exterior
lighting goes off after 15 seconds.
1. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Settings] menu.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Light] submenu.
3. Press
4. Press the
orbutton to select
the [Surround Lighting] function.5. Press the
When the [Surround Lighting] function is
activated, the light cone and the area around
the vehicle are displayed in orange in the
vehicle information display
6. Press the
Deactivating delayed switch-off of the exterior
lighting temporarily:
1. Before leaving the vehicle, switci the igni-
tion switch to the OFF position.
2. Switch the ignition switch to the ON posi-
tion.
The exterior lighting delayed switch-off is
deactivated.
Delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting is
reactivated the next time you start the engine.
Depending on your vehicle’s equipment, when
the surround lighting and delayed switch-off
exterior lighting are on, the following light up:•Side lights
•Fog lights
•Low beam headlights
•Daytime driving lights
•Surround lighting in the exterior mirrorsActivating/deactivating the interior lighting
delay
:
If you activate the [Interior Lighting Delay] func-
tion, the interior lighting remains on for 20
seconds after you remove the key from the
ignition lock.
1. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Settings] menu.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Light] submenu.
3. Press
4. Press the
orbutton to select
the [Interior Lighting Delay] function. If the
[Interior lighting delayed switch-off] function
has been switched on, the vehicle interior is
displayed in orange in the vehicle informa-
tion display
5. Press the
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Vehicle
Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Depress Brake to Start
Engine](DCT models only). You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position N (Neutral) without depressing the brake
pedal.
Depress the brake pedal.
[To Deselect P or N, Depress
Brake and Start Engine]You have attempted to shift the shift lever to position R (Reverse) or D (Drive) without starting the engine.
Start the engine and depress the brake pedal.
NOTE•It is only possible to move the shift lever from position P (Park) to the desired position if you depress the brake pedal. Only then can
the parking lock be deactivated.
•At transmission fluid temperatures below -5oF (-20oC) you can only shift out of position P (Park) into another transmission position
when the engine is running.
[Apply Brake to Shift From
’P’]You have attempted to shift the shift lever to position R (Reverse), N (Neutral) or D (Drive) without depressing the brake pedal.
Depress the brake pedal.
[Risk of Rolling Transmission
Not in P]The driver’s door is open/not fully closed and the shift lever is in position R (Reverse), N (Neutral) or D (Drive).
A warning tone also sounds
WARNING
The vehicle may roll away.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Press the P (Park) button.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Close the driver’s door fully.
[Service Required Do Not
Shift Gears Visit Dealer]You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction.
A warning tone also sounds.
If transmission position D (Drive) is selected, Drive to an INFINITI retailer without shifting the transmission from position D (Drive).
If transmission position R (Reverse), N (Neutral) or P (Park), secure the vehicle against rolling away. It is recommended you consult an
INFINITI retailer.
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To deactivate the de-icer:
•Press thebutton. The indicator lamp
in thebutton turns off. The previous
settings are reactivated. Air-recirculation
mode remains deactivated.
or
•Automatic climate control: press the
button. The indicator lamp in the
button turns off. Airflow and air distribution
are set to automatic mode.
or
•Air-conditioning system or automatic cli-
mate control: adjust the temperature control
(seeHeater and air conditionerin the4.
Display screen, heater and air conditioner,
and audio systemDisplay screen, heater and
air conditioner, and audio systemsection).
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
1Left-hand parking lights
2Right-hand parking lights
3Side lights and license plate
lighting
4
trolled by the light sensor
5Low beam/high beam headlights
6Rear fog light
7Front fog lights (if equipped)
8Headlight aiming control (halogen head-
lights only)
INFINITI recommends that you consult the local
regulations concerning the use of lights.If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the side lights may still be switched on.
Turn the light switch to
The exterior lighting (except the side lights/
parking lights) switches off automatically if you:
•Remove the key from the ignition switch (if
equipped).
•Open the driver’s door with the ignition
switch in the OFF position.
CAUTION
Use the headlights with the engine running to
avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
NIC2619LED headlightsNIC2697Halogen headlights
HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCHES
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Active light function
The active light function is a system that moves
the headlights according to the steering move-
ments of the front wheels. In this way relevant
areas remain illuminated while you are driving.
This helps you to recognize pedestrians, cy-
clists and animals. It is active when the lights
are switched on.
Cornering light function
The cornering light function improves the illu-
mination of the road over a wide angle in the
direction you are turning, enabling better vis-
ibility in tight bends, for example. It can only be
activated when the low-beam headlights are
switched on. It is active if you are driving at
speeds below 25 MPH (40 km/h) and switch on
the turn signal or turn the steering wheel.
The cornering light function may remain lit for a
short time, but is automatically switched off
after no longer than three minutes.
Freeway mode
Freeway mode adjusts the light beam to reduce
the amount of light that shines on the opposite
lane of the freeway, and oncoming traffic.
Freeway mode is active if you are driving at a
speed above 68 MPH (110 km/h) and do not
make any large steering movements for at least
3300 ft (1000 m) or if you are driving at a speed
above 81 MPH (130 km/h).
It is not active if you are driving at speeds below
50 MPH (80 km/h) following activation.
NSD593NSD592NSD594
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If the side window opens again slightly:
1. Immediately pull the corresponding switch
on the door control panel until the side
window is completely closed.
2. Hold the switch for an additional second.
3. If the corresponding side window remains
closed after the button has been released,
the side window has been reset correctly. If
this is not the case, repeat the steps above
again.
If the power window automatic function does
not operate properly after performing the pro-
cedure above, have your vehicle checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
1Close
2Open
CAUTION
•Do not place heavy objects on the glass roof
or surrounding area.
•Do not hang from the sunshade or hang any
objects from it. It may cause damage or de-
formation to the sunshade.
•Close the sunshade when you leave the
vehicle for extended periods of time to pre-
vent the inside of the vehicle from reaching
high temperatures.
SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade operates only when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, keep your hands, fin-
gers and head away from the sunshade arm,
the arm rail and sunshade inlet port.
NOTE
The following notes cover situations where
strong sun shining on the roof of the vehicle
causes the area around the sunshade motor to
reach high temperatures:
•If the temperature of the sunshade motor
reaches a value between 185oF (85oC) and
212oF (100oC), “restricted mode” is enabled,
and the sunshade will only be allowed to
CLOSE.
•If the temperature of the sunshade motor
exceeds 212oF (100oC), the sunshade will
not operate.
NIC2646
FIXED GLASS ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
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The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, inte-
grated in the vehicle’s inside rear view mirror,
provides a convenient way to consolidate the
functions of up to three individual hand-held
transmitters into one built-in device.
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:
•Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF)
devices such as garage doors, gates, home
and office lighting, entry door locks and
security systems.
•Is powered by your vehicle’s battery. No
separate batteries are required. If the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged or is discon-
nected, HomeLink® will retain all program-
ming.
When the HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is
programmed, retain the original transmitter for
future programming procedures (Example: new
vehicle purchases). Upon sale of the vehicle, the
programmed HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
buttons should be erased for security purposes.
For additional information, refer toProgram-
ming HomeLink®later in this section.
WARNING
•Do not use the HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver with any garage door opener that
lacks safety stop and reverse features as
required by federal safety standards.
(These standards became effective for
opener models manufactured after April 1,
1982). A garage door opener which cannot
detect an object in the path of a closing
garage door and then automatically stop
and reverse, does not meet current federal
safety standards. Using a garage door
opener without these features increases the
risk of serious injury or death.
•During the programming procedure your
garage door or security gate will open and
close (if the transmitter is within range).
Make sure that people or objects are clear of
the garage door, gate, etc. that you are pro-
gramming.
•Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off
while programming the HomeLink® Univer-
sal Transceiver.NOTE
Certain garage door drives are incompatible
with the integrated garage door opener. If you
have difficulty programing the integrated ga-
rage door opener, it is recommended you contact
your INFINITI retailer.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®
If you have any questions or are having diffi-
culty programming your HomeLink® buttons,
refer to the HomeLink® web site at:
www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (IF
EQUIPPED)
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