2017 INFINITI QX30 maintenance

2017 Infiniti QX30
Printing: June 2016 (01) / OM17E0 0H15U0 / Printed in U.S.A.
For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.2017 Infiniti QX30
Owner’s Manual and
Maintenance Information

Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking about vehicle design. It integrates advanced engineering and superior craftsmanship with a simple,
refined aesthetic sensitivity associated with traditional Japanese culture.
The result is a different notion of luxury and beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the sense of harmony that the vehicle evokes in its driver,
and the sense of satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI — from the way it looks and drives to the high level of retailer service.
To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner’s Manual immediately. It explains all of the features, controls
and performance characteristics of your INFINITI; it also provides important instructions and safety information.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet is included in your Owner’s literature portfolio. Always carry it with you when you take your vehicle to an
INFINITI retailer. The Warranty Information Booklet contents provide complete information about all warranties covering this vehicle, the requirements
to keep the warranties in effect as well as the INFINITI Roadside Assistance Program.
Additionally, a separate Customer Care and Lemon Law Information Booklet will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle,
as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law.
In addition to factory-installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories prior to delivery. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service. It is important that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures, warnings, cautions and instructions concerning
proper use of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or accessory. It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for details
concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, read this Owner’s
Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity
with controls and maintenance requirements,
assisting you in the safe operation of your
vehicle.
WARNING
Important safety information reminders!
Follow these important driving rules to help
ensure a safe and complete trip for you and
your passengers!
•NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
•ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and
never drive too fast for conditions.
•ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropri-
ate child restraint systems. Preteen chil-
dren should be seated in the rear seat.
•ALWAYS give your full attention to driving
and avoid using vehicle features or taking
other actions that could distract you.
•ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to all
occupants of the vehicle.
•ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for im-
portant safety information.
As with other vehicles with features for off-
road use, failure to operate all-wheel drive
models correctly may result in loss of control
or an accident. Be sure to read “Driving safety
precautions” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
FOREWORD

Table of contents
Illustrated table of contents
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Display screen, heater and air conditioner, and audio system
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Do-it-yourself
Maintenance and Schedules
Technical information
Index
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1 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system
Seats..............................1-2
Front seats.........................1-3
Seat heater (if equipped).................1-5
Rear seats..........................1-5
Armrest (if equipped)...................1-7
Head restraints/Headrests..................1-7
Adjustable head restraint components........1-8
Remove...........................1-8
Install............................1-9
Adjust............................1-9
Rear seat head restraints/headrests.........1-10
Seat belts...........................1-11
Precautions on seat belt usage............1-11
Pregnant women.....................1-13
Injured persons......................1-13
Seat belt warning light.................1-14
Three-point type seat belt with retractor.......1-14
Seat belt extenders...................1-17
Seat belt maintenance..................1-17
Child safety..........................1-18
Infants...........................1-18Small children......................1-19
Larger children......................1-19
Child restraints........................1-20
Precautions on child restraints............1-20
Rear-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH..........................1-24
Rear-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts.........................1-26
Forward-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH...........................1-28
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts...................1-31
Booster seats.......................1-36
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)..........1-39
Precautions on Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)............................1-39
Supplemental air bag systems.............1-45
Supplemental air bag warning labels.........1-55
Supplemental air bag warning light..........1-55
Repair and replacement procedure..........1-56

WARNING
•After adjustment, release the adjustment
button and then try to move the shoulder
belt down to make sure that it is securely
fixed in position.
•The shoulder belt anchor height should be
adjusted to the position that is best for you.
Failure to do so may reduce the effective-
ness of the entire restraint system and in-
crease the chance or severity of injury in an
accident.
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS
If, because of body size or driving position, it is
not possible to properly fit the lap/shoulder
belt and fasten it, an extender that is compat-
ible with the installed seat belts is available
that can be purchased. The extender adds
approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and may
be used for either the driver or front passenger
seating position. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for assistance with purchasing
an extender if an extender is required.
WARNING
•Only INFINITI seat belt extenders, made by
the same company which made the original
equipment seat belts, should be used with
the INFINITI seat belts.
•Adults and children who can use the stan-
dard seat belt should not use an extender.
Such unnecessary use could result in seri-
ous personal injury in the event of an acci-
dent.
•Never use seat belt extenders to install
child restraints. If the child restraint is not
secured properly, the child could be seri-
ously injured in a collision or a sudden stop.
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
•To clean the seat belt webbing,apply a mild
soap solution or any solution recommended
for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then wipe
with a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry in
the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to
retract until they are completely dry.
•If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guideof
the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may
retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide
with a clean, dry cloth.
•Periodically check to see that the seat belt
and the metal components, such as buckles,
tongues, retractors, flexible wires and an-
chors, work properly. If loose parts, deterio-
ration, cuts or other damage on the webbing
is found, the entire seat belt assembly
should be replaced.
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-17

•The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
•The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all.
Under these conditions, the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain air bag, knee air bag or
pretensioner systems may not operate prop-
erly. They must be checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light is on,
it could mean that the front air bag, side air
bag, knee air bag, curtain air bag and/or pre-
tensioner systems will not operate in an acci-
dent. To help avoid injury to yourself or others,
have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags, knee air bags and pretensioner(s) are
designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As
a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supple-
mental air bag warning light remains illumi-
nated after inflation has occurred.
These systems should be repaired and/or re-
placed as soon as possible. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain
air bags, knee air bags, pretensioner(s) and
related parts should be pointed out to the
person performing the maintenance. The igni-
tion switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or inside
the vehicle.
WARNING
•Once a front air bag, side air bag, knee air
bag, or curtain air bag has inflated, the air
bag module will not function again and must
be replaced. Additionally, the activated pre-
tensioner(s) must also be replaced. The air
bag module and pretensioner(s) should be
replaced. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service. However,
the air bag module and pretensioner(s) can-
not be repaired.
•The front air bag, side air bag, knee air bag,
curtain air bag systems and the preten-
sioner system should be inspected if there
is any damage to the front end or side por-
tion of the vehicle. It is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
•If you need to dispose of a supplemental air
bag or pretensioner systems or scrap the
vehicle, it is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer. Incorrect disposal proce-
dures could cause personal injury.
1-56Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING LIGHTS
Also seeVehicle information displaylater in
this section.
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the ABS warning light illuminates to indicate
that the ABS is operational. The light then turns
off within a few seconds after the engine is
started.
If the ABS light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
If the ABS warning light comes on while driving,
it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Observe the additional display mes-
sages (if any) in the vehicle information display.
Have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-
tance (seeBrake systemin the5. Starting and
drivingsection).
BRAKE warning light (red)
WARNING
•Your brake system may not be working prop-
erly if the warning light is on. Driving could be
dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive
carefully to the nearest service station for re-
pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed be-
cause driving it could be dangerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal when the ignition
switch is not in the ON position and/or when
the brake fluid level is low may increase the
stopping distance and braking will require
greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
•If the brake fluid level is below the minimum
or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do
not drive until the brake system has been
checked. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light remains illuminated and turns
off when the engine is started. If the light illumi-
nates at any other time, it may indicate that the
brake system is not functioning properly. If the
BRAKE warning light illuminates, stop the vehicle
immediately and contact an INFINITI retailer.
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Low tire pressure warning
light (if equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the
tire pressure of all its tires.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Low tire pressure warming light illuminates
to indicate that the system is operational. The
light then tuns off within a few seconds after
the engine is started.
Low tire pressure warning
:
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pres-
sure, the warning light will illuminate. A tire
pressure warning message also appears in the
vehicle information display.
When the low tire pressure warning light illumi-
nates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure
of all 4 tires to the recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Information label
located in the driver’s door opening, seeTire and
loading information labelin the9. Maintenance
and Schedulessection. The low tire pressure warn-
ing light does not automatically turn off when the
tire pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to
Instruments and controls2-9

Activating/deactivating Lane Departure Warn-
ing (LDW):
1. Press theorbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [DriveAssist]
menu on the Menu bar.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Lane Departure Warning].
3. Press thebutton on the steering
wheel. The current selection is displayed.
4. Press theto confirm.
5. Press the
orbutton to set [Off],
[Standard] or [Adaptive].
6. Press thebutton to save the setting.
For further information about Lane Departure
Warning, seeLane departure warning (LDW)
system (if equipped)in the5. Starting and
drivingsection.
Service menu ([Serv.])
Depending on the equipment fitted in the ve-
hicle, you have the following options in the
[Serv.] menu:
•Calling up display messages in the message
memory (seeMessage memorylater in this
section).
•Restarting the tire pressure monitoring sys-
tem (TPMS) (seeRestarting TPMSin the5.
Starting and drivingsection.
•Checking the tire pressure electronically (see
Checking the tire pressure electronicallyin
the5. Starting and drivingsection).
•Calling up the service due date (seeMainte-
nance service messagesin the9. Maintenance
and Schedulessection).
Settings menu
Depending on the equipment fitted in the ve-
hicle, in the [Settings] menu you have the
following options:
•Changing the instrument cluster settings.
•Changing the light setting.
•Changing the vehicle setting.
•Changing the convenience setting.
•Restoring the factory setting.
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