AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
1Sets the temperature
2De-ices/defogs the windshield
3Set the air distribution
4Activates/deactivates air-recirculation
mode
5Sets the airflow
6Activates/deactivates cooling with air
dehumidification
7Switches the rear window defroster on/
off
Operating tips
A number of tips and recommendations for
optimum use of the air-conditioning system are
listed below:
•Switch on the air-conditioning system by
turning control knob
5clockwise to the
desired position (except position0)
•Set the temperature to 70oF (22oC)
•Recommendation for avoiding misted win-
dows at low exterior temperatures or in rain:
switch on the
cooling with dehumidi-
fication function. Set air distribution to
and if possible switch offand. Deactivate air-recirculation mode.
Set airflow control
5to a setting between 3
and 6.
•Recommendation for rapid cooling or heat-
ing of the vehicle interior: briefly set airflow
control
5to a setting between 3 and 6.
•Recommendation for a constant vehicle in-
terior temperature: set airflow control
5to a
setting between 1 and 3.
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•Recommendation for air distribution in win-
ter: select theandsettings.
Recommendation for air distribution in sum-
mer: select the
orandsettings.
•Only use theWindshield demistingfunc-
tion briefly until the windshield is clear again
•Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e. g
if there are unpleasant outside odors or
when in a tunnel. The windows could other-
wise mist up as no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle in air-recirculation mode
•If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds at
the bottom of the screen in the central
display (see separate operating instruc-
tions). You will see the current settings of the
various climate control functions.
Switching air-conditioning system
on/off
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To switch on:turn control
5clockwise to the
desired position (except position0).
To switch off:turn control
5counter-clockwise
to position0.
Activating/deactivating the cooling
with air dehumidification function
If you deactivate theCooling with air dehumidi-
ficationfunction, the air inside the vehicle will
not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will
also not be dehumidified. The windows can mist
up more quickly. Therefore, only deactivate the
Cooling with air dehumidificationfunction
briefly.
TheCooling with air dehumidificationfunction
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu-
midified according to the temperature selected.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc-
tion.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed switch-
off feature.Problems with theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction
:
Problem:The indicator lamp in thebutton flashes three times or remains off. The
cooling with air dehumidification function can-
not be activated.
Cause and solution:The cooling with air dehu-
midification function has been deactivated due
to a malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Setting the temperature
You can set the temperature for the entire
vehicle. The set temperature is automatically
maintained at a constant level.
To increase or reduce the temperature: turn
control
1counterclockwise or clockwise. Only
change the temperature setting in small incre-
ments. Start at 70
oF (22oC).
Setting the air distribution
Directs the airflow through the demis-
ter ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the center
and side air ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the footwell
air ventilators.
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Air recirculation mode
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if
unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle from
outside. The air already inside the vehicle will
then be recirculated.
If you activate air-recirculation mode, the win-
dows can mist up more quickly, in particular at
low temperatures. Only use air recirculation
mode briefly to prevent the windows misting
up.
Activating air recirculation mode
:
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Press the
button. The indicator light in
thebutton lights up.Deactivating air recirculation mode
:
Press thebutton. The indicator light in
thebutton goes out.
NOTE
Air-recirculation mode is deactivated automati-
cally:
•After approximately five minutes at outside
temperatures below approximately 45oF
(7oC).
•After approximately five minutes if theCool-
ing with air dehumidificationfunction is
deactivated.
•After approximately 30 minutes at outside
temperatures above approximately 45oF
(7oC) if the cooling with air dehumidification
function is activated.
Idle Stop/Start function
During automatic engine switch-off, the Climate
control only operates at a reduced capacity. If
you require the full climate control output, you
can switch off the Idle Stop/Start function by
pressing the ECO button (seeIdle Stop/Start
System (if equipped)in the5. Starting and
drivingsection).
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
(2–ZONE)
1Sets the temperature, left
2Sets climate control to automatic mode
3Demists the windshield
4Increases the airflow
5Sets the air distribution
6Display
7Activates/deactivates air-recirculation
mode
8Switches climate control on/off
9Sets the temperature, right
10Activates/deactivates the Max Cool func-
tion
11Activates/deactivates cooling with air
dehumidification
12Reduces the airflow
13Switches the rear window heating on/off
14Switches the ZONE function on/off
Operating tips
A number of tips and recommendations to
enable you to get the most out of your auto-
matic climate control are listed below:
•Activate climate control using theandbuttons. The indicator lamps in theandbuttons light up.
•Set the temperature to 70oF (22oC)
•Only use theWindshield demistingfunc-
tion briefly until the windshield is clear
again.
•Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g.
if there are unpleasant outside odors or
when in a tunnel. The windows could other-
wise mist up as no fresh air is drawn into the
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•Use thefunction to adopt the tem-
perature settings on the driver’s side for the
front-passenger side as well. The indicator
lamp in the
button goes out.
•If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds at
the bottom of the screen in the center display
(see separate operating instructions). You
will see the current settings of the various
climate control functions.
Idle Stop/Start function
During automatic engine switch-off, the Climate
control only operates at a reduced capacity. If
you require the full climate control output, you
can switch off the Idle Stop/Start function by
pressing the ECO button (seeIdle Stop/Start
System (if equipped)in the5. Starting and
drivingsection).
Switching automatic climate control
on/off
When the climate control is switched off, the air
supply and air circulation are also switched off.
The windows could mist up. Therefore, only
switch off climate control briefly.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up. Airflow and air
distribution are set to automatic mode.
or
Press the
button. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The previous set-
tings are reactivated.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
NOTE
Automatic climate control: switch on climate
control primarily using the
button.
Activating/deactivating the cooling
with air dehumidification function
If you deactivate theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction, the air inside the vehicle will not
be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not
be dehumidified. The windows can mist up more
quickly. Therefore, only deactivate theCooling
with air dehumidificationfunction briefly.
TheCooling with air dehumidificationfunction
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu-
midified according to the temperature selected.Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc-
tion.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed switch-
off feature.
Problems with theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction
:
Problem:The indicator lamp in thebutton flashes three times or remains off. The
cooling with air dehumidification function can-
not be activated.
Cause and solution:The cooling with air dehu-
midification function has been deactivated due
to a malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
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Activating air recirculation mode:
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Press the
button. The indicator light in
thebutton lights up.
Air-recirculation mode is activated automati-
cally at high outside temperatures or high
levels of pollution. When air-recirculation mode
is activated automatically, the indicator light in
the
button is not lit. Outside air is added
after about 30 minutes.
Deactivating air recirculation mode
:
Press thebutton. The indicator light in
thebutton goes out.
NOTE
Air-recirculation mode is deactivated automati-
cally:
•After approximately five minutes at outside
temperatures below approximately 45oF(7oC).
•After approximately five minutes if theCool-
ing with air dehumidificationfunction is
deactivated.
•After approximately 30 minutes at outside
temperatures above approximately 45oF(7oC) if the cooling with air dehumidification
function is activated.
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains refriger-
ant under high pressure. To avoid personal in-
jury, any air conditioner service should be
done only by an experienced technician with
the proper equipment.
The air conditioner system in your vehicle is
charged with a refrigerant designed with the
environment in mind.
This refrigerant will not harm the earth’s ozone
layer.
Special charging equipment and lubricant are
required when servicing your vehicle’s air con-
ditioner. Using improper refrigerants or lubri-
cants will cause severe damage to the air
conditioner system. (SeeAir conditioner sys-
tem refrigerant and oil recommendationsin the
9. Maintenance and Schedulessection.)
An INFINITI retailer will be able to service your
environmentally friendly air conditioner system.
Air conditioner filter
The air conditioner system is equipped with an
air conditioner filter. To make sure the air
conditioner heats, defogs, and ventilates effi-
ciently, replace the filter in accordance with the
specified maintenance intervals listed in the
separate maintenance booklet. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
decreases significantly or if windows fog up
easily when operating the heater or air condi-
tioner.
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This system supports various USB memory de-
vices, USB hard drives and iPod players. Some
USB devices may not be supported by this
system.
•Partitioned USB devices may not play cor-
rectly.
•Some characters used in other languages
(Chinese, Japanese, etc.) may not appear
properly in the display. Using English lan-
guage characters with a USB device is rec-
ommended.
General notes for USB use
:
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner in-
formation regarding the proper use and care of
the device.
Notes for iPod use
:
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
•Improperly plugging in the iPod may cause a
checkmark to be displayed on and off (flick-
ering). Always make sure that the iPod is
connected properly.
•An iPod nano (1st Generation) may remain in
fast forward or rewind mode if it is connected
during a seek operation. In this case, please
manually reset the iPod.
•An iPod nano (2nd Generation) will continue
to fast-forward or rewind if it is disconnected
during a seek operation.
•An incorrect song title may appear when the
Play Mode is changed while using an iPod
nano (2nd Generation)
•Audiobooks may not play in the same order
as they appear on an iPod.
•Large video files cause slow responses in an
iPod. The vehicle display may momentarily
black out, but will soon recover.
•If an iPod automatically selects large video
files while in the shuffle mode, the vehicle
display may momentarily black out, but will
soon recover.
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COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER
How to view CD operation screen
1[Source]:
Touch to switch to the source list
screen.For details, seeSelecting audio source
later in this section2[Scan]:
Touch to play the first 10 seconds of the
tracks. Touch again to stop scanning.
3Track information:Track information such as the song title,
artist name, and album name is displayed.
4Audio source indicator:
Indicates that CD is currently selected.
5Play time:
The play time of the track is displayed.
6Track number:
This indicates the current track number
and the total number of tracks.
7CD menu:
CD menu items are displayed. Touch an
icon to display the list or to change the
setting.
- [Track]
- [Folder] (for MP3, WMA, AAC)
- [Play Mode]
8Play Mode Indicator:
This indicates the current play mode.
Touch to change the play mode.
9Folder number (for MP3, WMA, AAC):This indicates the folder number when a
CD with compressed audio files is loaded.
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