OPENING FUEL-FILLER DOOR
To open the fuel-filler door, unlock it using one
of the following operations, then push the right
side of the door
1.
•Push the door handle request switch with
the Intelligent Key carried with you.
•Push the “UNLOCK”button on the
Intelligent Key.
•Push the power door lock switch to the
“UNLOCK”position.
To close the fuel-filler door, close the door until
it securely latches. To lock the fuel filler door,
lock the vehicle using the intelligent key.
FUEL-FILLER CAP
Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to re-
move. To tighten, turn the cap clockwise until a
single click is heard.
Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
2while refueling.
WARNING
•Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain conditions.
You could be burned or seriously injured if it
is misused or mishandled. Always stop the
engine and do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks near the vehicle when re-
fueling.
•Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after
the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automati-
cally. Continued refueling may cause fuel
overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possi-
bly a fire.
•Use only an original equipment type fuel-
filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in
safety valve needed for proper operation of
the fuel system and emission control sys-
tem. An incorrect cap can result in a serious
malfunction and possible injury.
•Never pour fuel into the throttle body to
attempt to start your vehicle.
•Do not fill a portable fuel container in the
vehicle or trailer. Static electricity can cause
an explosion of flammable liquid, vapor or
gas in any vehicle or trailer. To reduce the
risk of serious injury or death when filling
portable fuel containers:
–Always place the container on the
ground when filling.
–Do not use electronic devices when fill-
ing.
–Keep the pump nozzle in contact with
the container while you are filling it.
–Use only approved portable fuel con-
tainers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
•Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your vehicle.
For additional information, refer toFuel
Recommendationin theTechnical and
consumer informationsection of this
manual.
•If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it
away with water to avoid paint damage.
NPA1482
FUEL-FILLER DOOR
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-15
WARNING
•Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the
passenger side are closer than they appear.
Be careful when moving to the right. Using
only this mirror could cause an accident.
Use the inside mirror or glance over your
shoulder to properly judge distances to
other objects.
•Do not adjust the mirrors while driving. You
could lose control of your vehicle and cause
an accident.
Folding
Manual type (if equipped):
Fold the outside rear-view mirror by pushing it
towards the rear of the vehicle.
Remote control type (if equipped)
:
The exterior rear view mirror remote control
operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC
or ON position.
Briefly press button
1. Both exterior mirrors
fold in or out.
Power folding outside mirrors (if so
equipped)
CAUTION
•Do not touch the mirrors while they are
moving. Your hand may be pinched, and the
mirror may malfunction.
•Do not drive with the mirrors stored. You
will be unable to see behind the vehicle.
The exterior rear-view mirrors automatically un-
fold when the ignition is switched on or when
the vehicle doors are unlocked. Use the [Fold
Mirrors in when Locking] option under the [CON-
VENIENCE] menu of the Vehicle Information
Display to specify that the mirrors are to beautomatically folded and unfolded. The Auto
fold feature can also be switched off. See
Switching the [Fold Mirrors in when Locking]
function on/offin the2. Instruments and
controlssection.
If the [Fold Mirrors in when Locking] option has
been activated in the Vehicle information dis-
play:
•The exterior mirrors fold in automatically as
soon as you lock the vehicle from the out-
side.
•The exterior mirrors fold out again automati-
cally as soon as you unlock the vehicle and
then open the driver’s or front-passenger
door.
Automatic parking positioner (if so
equipped)
The Parking position for the exterior mirror on
the front-passenger side function is only avail-
able if the vehicle is equipped with the Memory
package.
NIC2638
3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
(Full speed range) (if equipped)..............5-47
ICC system operation..................5-48
ICC switch (cruise control lever)...........5-49
ICC system display and indicators..........5-49
Operating ICC.......................5-50
ICC Limitations......................5-54
Tips for driving with the ICC system.........5-55
System temporarily unavailable............5-58
System maintenance..................5-59
Forward emergency braking (FEB) system
(if equipped).........................5-60
FEB system operation..................5-61
Turning the FEB system on/off............5-63
FEB system limitations.................5-64
System temporarily unavailable............5-65
System maintenance..................5-66
FCC Notice........................5-66
Active sound enhancement................5-67
Active sound enhancement..............5-67
Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) (if equipped)......5-68
Important safety notes.................5-68
Detecting parking spaces...............5-69
Parking..........................5-70
Exiting a parking space.................5-72
Canceling IPA.......................5-73Parking sensor system (if equipped)...........5-73
Parking sensor overview................5-75
Range of the sensors..................5-79
Parking sensor system OFF switch..........5-79
Parking sensor function settings...........5-80
Problems with parking sensor system........5-81
Break-in schedule......................5-81
Fuel efficient driving tips..................5-82
Increasing fuel economy..................5-83
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (if equipped)
..........5-83
Parking............................5-84
Switching off the engine................5-85
Extended parking....................5-86
Electric power steering system..............5-86
Brake system.........................5-87
Brake precautions....................5-87
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)............5-88
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.........5-90
Traction Control System (TCS).............5-91
Characteristics of VDC..................5-91
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)......5-92
Steer Control.......................5-92
Hill Start Assist (HSA)....................5-93
Cold weather driving....................5-93
Freeing a frozen door lock...............5-93
Antifreeze.........................5-93
KEY POSITIONS
OFF (Normal parking position)
0
The ignition key can only be removed when in
this position.
The steering lock can only be locked in this
position.
ACC (Accessories)/1
The engine is turned off without locking the
steering wheel. This position activates electrical
accessories, such as the radio, when the engine
is not running.
ON (Normal operating position)2
This position turns on the ignition system and
electrical accessories.
START3
The engine starter activates and the engine will
start. As soon as the engine has started, release
the key immediately. It will return to the ON
position.NOTE
For vehicles fitted with Idle Stop/Start System:
When the engine is automatically stopped by
the Idle Stop/Start System the ignition switch
can still be operated as usual.
At the end of a journey turn the ignition OFF to
avoid a discharged battery. The Idle Stop/Start
System does not automatically turn ignition off.
•Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
•Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluid
as frequently as possible, or at least when-
ever you refuel.
•Check that all windows and lights are clean.
•Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Measure and check the tire
pressure for proper inflation.
•Check that all doors are closed.
•Position seat and adjust head restraints/
headrests.
•Adjust the inside and outside rear view
mirrors.
•Fasten your seat belt and ask all passengers
to do likewise.
•Check the operation of the warning lights
when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Starting and driving5-15
WARNING
Apply the parking brake if the shift lever is in
any position while the engine is not running.
Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly or roll away and result in serious
personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
Use the P (Park) or R (Reverse) position only
when the vehicle is completely stopped.
P (Park)
:
CAUTION
To prevent transmission damage, use the P
(Park) position only when the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.
Use this position when the vehicle is parked or
when starting the engine. Always make sure
that the vehicle is completely stopped before
pressing button
1to engage the P (Park)
position. For maximum safety, the brake pedal
must be depressed before engaging the P (Park)
position. Use this position together with the
parking brake. When parking on a hill, first
depress the brake pedal, apply the parking
brake and then engage the P (Park) position.
The parking lock should not be used as a brake
when parking. In order to secure the vehicle,always apply the electric parking brake in addi-
tion to the parking lock.
In the event of a malfunction of the vehicle’s
electronics, the transmission may lock in posi-
tion P (Park). Have the vehicle electronics
checked immediately. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Park position P is automatically engaged if:
•You switch off the engine using the key and
remove the key.
•You open the driver’s door when the vehicle
is stationary or driving at very low speed and
the transmission is in position D (Drive) or R
(Reverse).
R (Reverse)
:
CAUTION
To prevent transmission damage, use the R
(Reverse) position only when the vehicle is
completely stopped.
Use this position to back up the vehicle.
Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped
before selecting the R (Reverse) position.The
brake pedal must be depressed and the shift
lever button pushed in to move the shift lever
from P (Park), N (Neutral) or any drive position to
R (Reverse).
NSD586
Starting and driving5-19
WARNING
•Never rely solely on the Hill Start Assist
(HSA) system to prevent the vehicle from
moving backward on a hill. Always drive
carefully and attentively. Depress the brake
pedal when the vehicle is stopped on a
steep hill. Be especially careful when
stopped on a hill on frozen or muddy roads.
Failure to prevent the vehicle from rolling
backwards may result in a loss of control of
the vehicle and possible serious injury or
death.
•The Hill Start Assist system is not designed
to hold the vehicle at a standstill on a hill.
Depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is
stopped on a steep hill. Failure to do so may
cause the vehicle to roll backwards and may
result in a collision or serious personal in-
jury.
•The Hill Start Assist system may not pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling backwards on a
hill under all load or road conditions. Al-
ways be prepared to depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from rolling
backwards. Failure to do so may result in a
collision or serious personal injury.
•After a short time, hill start assist will no
longer brake your vehicle and it could roll
away There is a risk of an accident and in-
jury. Therefore, quickly move your foot from
the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
Never leave the vehicle when it is held by
hill start assist.
Hill start assist helps you when pulling away
forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient. It
holds the vehicle for a short time after you have
removed your foot from the brake pedal. This
gives you enough time to move your foot from
the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and
depress it before the vehicle begins to roll.
Hill start assist is not active if
•You are pulling away on a level road or a
downhill gradient.
•On vehicles with automatic transmission,
the transmission is in position N.
•The electric parking brake is applied.
•VDC is malfunctioning.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the
key hole, or use the INFINITI Intelligent Key.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C), check the
antifreeze to assure proper winter protection. For
additional information, seeEngine cooling
systemin the8. Do-it-yourselfsection.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during ex-
tremely cold weather conditions, the battery
fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To
maintain maximum efficiency, the battery
should be checked regularly. For details, see
Batteryin the8. Do-it-yourselfsection of this
manual.
DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT
If the vehicle is to be left outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system, including
the engine block. Refill before operating the
vehicle. For details, seeChanging engine
coolantin the8. Do-it-yourselfsection of this
manual.
HILL START ASSIST (HSA) COLD WEATHER DRIVING
Starting and driving5-93
To open:
1. Open the front-passenger door.
2. Remove the floor mats.
3. Fold out perforated floor covering
1in the
direction of the arrow.4. To release cover
3press retaining clamp
2.
5. Fold out cover
3in the direction of the
arrow to the catch.
6. Remove cover
3forwards.
NOTE
Fuse allocation chart
4is located on the lower
right-hand side of cover
3.To close:
1. Insert cover
3on the left-hand side of the
fuse box into the retainer. Cover
3engages
in the retainers.
2. Fold down cover
3until clamps2lock
audibly.
3. Fold back perforated floor covering
1.
4. Fit the floor mats.
NDI1593NDI1594
Do-it-yourself8-19
Some day-to-day and regular maintenance is
essential to maintain your vehicle’s good me-
chanical condition, as well as its emission and
engine performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the specified maintenance, as well as general
maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper
maintenance care. You are a vital link in the
maintenance chain.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal day-to-
day operation of the vehicle. They are essential
if your vehicle is to continue to operate prop-
erly. It is your responsibility to perform these
procedures regularly as prescribed.
Performing general maintenance checks re-
quires minimal mechanical skill and only a few
general automotive tools.
These checks and inspections can be done by
yourself, a qualified technician, or if you prefer,
an INFINITI retailer.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
The maintenance items listed underMainte-
nance scheduleslater in this section are re-
quired to be serviced at regular intervals. How-
ever under severe driving conditions, additional
or more frequent maintenance will be required.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE
If maintenance service is required or your ve-
hicle appears to malfunction, have the systems
checked and serviced. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
INFINITI technicians are well-trained specialists
and are kept up to date with the latest service
information through technical bulletins, service
tips and training programs. They are completely
qualified to work on INFINITI vehiclesbefore
work begins.
You can be confident that an INFINITI retailer’s
service department can perform the service
needed to meet the maintenance requirements
on your vehicle.During normal day-to-day operation of the ve-
hicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smells, be sure to check for the cause or have
an INFINITI retailer do it promptly. In addition, it
is recommended you notify an INFINITI retailer if
you think that repairs are required.
When performing any checks or maintenance
work, closely observeExplanation of general
maintenance itemslater in this section.
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Additional information on the following items
with “*” is found later in the “Do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Doors and engine hood
:
Check that all doors, the lift gate and the engine
hood operate smoothly. Also make sure that all
latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary.
Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the
hood from opening when the primary latch is
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL MAINTENANCE
9-2Maintenance and Schedules