2017 INFINITI QX30 steering wheel

Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Blind Spot Warning Not
Available When Towing a
Trailer See Operator’s
Manual]Blind Spot Warning is deactivated while towing a trailer.
You have established the electrical connection between the trailer and your vehicle.
Press on the steering wheel to confirm the display message.
[Blind Spot Warning
Inoperative]Blind Spot Warning (BSW) is faulty.
The BSW indicator lights also light up.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Park Assist Canceled] The driver’s door is open and the driver’s seat belt has not been fastened.
Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver’s door closed.
You inadvertently touched the steering wheel while steering intervention was active.
While steering intervention is active, make sure not to touch the steering wheel.
The vehicle has started to skid and VDC has intervened.
Use Intelligent Park Assist again later.
[Park Assist Inoperative] You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking maneuvers.
Intelligent Park Assist will become available again after approximately ten minutes.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
If the display message continues to be displayed, have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
The parking sensor system is faulty.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Park Assist Finished] The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds.
The display message disappears automatically.
[ICC Off]
Intelligent Cruise Control has been deactivated (seeIntelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full speed range) (if equipped)in the5.
Starting and drivingsection).
If it was not deactivated by the driver, a warning tone also sounds.
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Tires
Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Please Correct Tire
Pressure]The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great.
1. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity (seeWheels and tiresin the8. Do-it-yourselfsection)
2. If necessary, correct the tire pressure.
3. Restart the tire pressure monitoring system (seeRestarting TPMSin the5. Starting and drivingsection)
[Check Tire(s)] The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly The wheel position is displayed in the vehicle information display
A warning tone also sounds.
WARNING
Underinflated tires pose the following risks:•The tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.•The tires may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.•The driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Check the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flat tire (seeFlat tirein the6. In case of emergencysection).
4. Check the tire pressures and, if necessary, correct the tire pressure.
[Warning Tire Malfunction] The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The wheel position is displayed in the vehicle information display.
WARNING
If you drive with a flat tire, there is a risk of the following hazards:•A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.•You could lose control of the vehicle.•Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat buildup and possibly a fire.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Check the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a flat tire (seeFlat tirein the6. In case of emergencysection).
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[4WD system Inoperative] The 4WD system is malfunctioning. The vehicle is only driven by the front wheels.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
The lift gate is open.
WARNING
When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the lift gate is open.
There is a risk of poisoning
Close the lift gate.
The hood is open.
A warning tone also sounds.
WARNING
The open hood may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Close the hood.
At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
Close all doors.
[Power Steering Malfunction
See Operator’s Manual]The power steering assistance is faulty.
A warning tone also sounds.
WARNING
You will need to use more force to steer.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
2. If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop.
3. If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. It is recommended you contact the nearest INFINITI retailer.
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Steering Malfunction See
Operator’s Manual]The electric steering lock is malfunctioning.WARNING
The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Do not drive on. It is recommended you contact the nearest INFINITI retailer.
The electric steering lock was unable to unlock the steering.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. To unlock the steering, move the steering wheel slightly.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock again.
[Check Washer Fluid]The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
Top up the washer fluid (seeWindow washer fluidin the8. Do-it-yourselfsection)
[Wiper Malfunctioning] The windshield wipers are defective.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Hazard Warning Flashers
Malfunctioning]The hazard warning lights are faulty.
Visit an INFINITI retailer.
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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.
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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
The light sensor in the combination meter au-
tomatically controls the brightness of the in-
strument panel
In daylight, the displays in the combination
meter are not illuminated
The lighting in the combination meter, displays
and controls in the vehicle interior can be
adjusted using the brightness control knob.
The brightness control knob
1is located be-
hind the steering wheel.
Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or
counterclockwise. If the light switch is set to
orthe brightness is dependent
upon the brightness of the ambient light.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
In conditions where visibility is poor due to fog,
snow or rain, the fog lights improve visibility as
well as making it easier for other road users to
see you. They can be operated together with the
side lights or together with the side lights and
low beam headlights.
To switch on the fog lights:
•Turn the ignition switch to the ON position or
start the engine.
•Turn the light switch toor.
•Press thebutton. The greenindicator light in the combination meter
lights upTo switch off the front fog lights:
•press thebutton The greenindicator light in the combination meter
turns off.
Only vehicles with front fog lights are equipped
with the “Fog lights” function.
REAR FOG LIGHT
The rear fog light improves the visibility of your
vehicle in heavy fog for the following traffic.
Please observe the country-specific laws on the
use of rear fog lights.
NOTE
The front fog lights must be switched on before
the rear fog light will operate.
To switch on the rear fog light:
•Turn the ignition switch to the ON position or
start the engine.
•Turn the light switch toor.
•Press thebutton. The yellowindicator light in the combination meter
lights up
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (IF SO EQUIPPED)
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To switch off the rear fog light:
•press thebutton The yellowindicator light in the combination meter
turns off.
The rear fog light should be used only when
visibility is seriously reduced. (Generally, to
less than 50 m (116 ft))
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could
affect proper operation of the supplemental
front air bag system. Tampering with the
supplemental front air bag system may result
in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the seat
heater if you or the occupants cannot monitor
elevated seat temperatures or have an inabil-
ity to feel pain in body parts that contact the
seat. Use of the seat heater by such people
could result in serious injury.
CAUTION
•The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is not
running.
•Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the seat.
•Do not put anything on the seat which insu-
lates heat, such as a blanket, cushion, seat
cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
•Do not place anything hard or heavy on the
seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object.
This may result in damage to the heater.
•Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should
be removed immediately with a dry cloth.
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HORN SEAT HEATING (IF EQUIPPED)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys...............................3-2
INFINITI Intelligent key..................3-2
INFINITI Vehicle immobilizer system keys.......3-3
Doors..............................3-4
Locking with the key...................3-4
Locking with the mechanical key............3-5
Locking with inside door knob.............3-6
Locking with Power door lock switch.........3-6
Automatic door locks...................3-6
Child safety rear door lock...............3-7
Lift gate lock........................3-7
INFINITI intelligent key system...............3-7
Operating range......................3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution............3-10
INFINITI intelligent key operation...........3-10Changing the settings of the locking system. . . .3-11
Troubleshooting guide.................3-12
Hood..............................3-14
Fuel-filler door........................3-15
Opening fuel-filler door.................3-15
Fuel-filler cap.......................3-15
Steering wheel.......................3-16
Sun visors...........................3-16
Vanity mirror.......................3-17
Mirrors.............................3-17
Automatic anti-glare rear view mirror.........3-17
Outside mirrors......................3-17
Memory function (if equipped)..............3-20
Storing settings.....................3-20
Calling up a stored setting...............3-21