2017 INFINITI QX30 winter tires

Vehicle
Setting permanent speed limiter:
You can set permanent speed limiter using the
[Limit Speed (Winter Tires)] function.
1. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Settings] menu.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Vehicle] submenu.
3. Press to confirm.
4. Press the
orbutton to select
the [Limit Speed (Winter Tires)] function.
You will see the selected setting.
5. Press to confirm.
6. Press the
orbutton to adjust
permanent speed limiter in increments of
ten ([150 mph] to [100 mph]), 240 km/h] to
[160 km/h]). The [Off] setting switches per-
manent speed limiter off).
7. Press the or
button to store the
entry.Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking
confirmation
:
If you switch on the [Acoustic Lock Feedback]
function, an acoustic signal sounds when you
lock the vehicle.
1. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Settings] menu.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Vehicle] submenu.
3. Press to confirm.
4. Press the
orbutton to select
the [Acoustic Lock Feedback] function.
If the [Acoustic Lock Feedback] function is
activated, the
symbol in the vehicle
information display lights up orange.
5. Press the button to save the setting.
Convenience
Switching the [Fold Mirrors in when Locking]
function on/off:
This function is only available when the vehicle
is equipped with the electrical fold-in function.
When you activate the [Fold Mirrors in when
Locking] function, the exterior mirrors are
folded in when the vehicle is locked. If you
unlock the vehicle and then open the driver’s or
front passenger door, the exterior mirrors fold
out again.
If you have switched on the [Fold Mirrors in
when Locking] function and you fold in the
exterior mirrors using the button on the door
(seeFoldingin the3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustmentssection), they will not fold out
automatically. The exterior mirrors can then
only be folded out using the button on the door.
1. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Settings] menu.
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2. Press theorbutton to select
[Convenience] submenu.
3. Press to confirm.
4. Press the
orbutton to select
the [Fold Mirrors in when Locking] function.
If the [Fold Mirrors in when Locking] function
is activated, the vehicle’s exterior mirror is
shown in orange in the vehicle information
display.
5. Press the button to save the setting.
Resetting to factory settings
1. Press theorbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Settings] menu.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Factory Setting] submenu.
3. Press to confirm.
The [Reset All Settings?] message appears.
4. Press the
orbutton to select
[No] or [Yes].
5. Press the button to confirm the selec-
tion.
If you have selected [Yes], the vehicle infor-
mation display shows a confirmation mes-
sage.For safety reasons, not all functions are reset:
the [Limit Speed (Winter Tires)] function in
permanent speed limiter can only be set in the
[Vehicle] submenu.
If you want to reset the Daytime driving lights
function in the Lights submenu, you must
switch the ignition switch to the ACC position.
DISPLAY MESSAGES
Display messages appear in the vehicle infor-
mation display.
Display messages with graphic symbols are
simplified in the Owner’s Manual and may differ
from the symbols in the vehicle information
display.
Certain display messages are accompanied by
an audible warning tone or a continuous tone.
When the ignition is switched off, all display
messages are deleted apart from some high-
priority display messages. Once the causes of
the high-priority display messages have been
rectified, these display messages are deleted
as well.
When you stop and park the vehicle, please
observe the notes on parking (seeParkingin
the5. Starting and drivingsection).
Hiding display messages
Press the orbutton to hide the
display message. The display message is hid-
den.
The vehicle information display shows high-
priority display messages in red. Some high-
priority display messages cannot be hidden.
The vehicle information display shows these
messages continuously until the causes for the
messages have been remedied.
Message memory
The vehicle information display saves certain
messages in the message memory. You can call
up these display messages:
1. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Service] menu.
If there are display messages, the vehicle
information display shows [2 messages], for
example.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
the entry, e.g. [2 messages].
3. Press to confirm.
4. Press the
orbutton to scroll
through the display messages.
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6.Avoid Idling
•Shutting off your engine when safe for
stops exceeding 30 seconds saves fuel
and reduces emissions.
7.Buy an Automated Pass for Toll Roads
•Automated passes permit drivers to use
special lanes to maintain cruising speed
through the toll and avoid stopping and
starting.
8.Winter Warm Up
•Limit idling time to minimize impact to
fuel economy.
•Vehicles typically need no more than 30
seconds of idling at start-up to effectively
circulate the engine oil before driving.
•Your vehicle will reach its ideal operating
temperature more quickly while driving
versus idling.
9.Keeping your Vehicle Cool
•Park your vehicle in a covered parking
area or in the shade whenever possible.
•When entering a hot vehicle, opening the
windows will help to reduce the inside
temperature faster, resulting in reduced
demand on your A/C system.
•Keep your engine tuned up.
•Follow the recommended scheduled mainte-
nance.
•Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-
sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
•Keep all the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
•Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
For additional information, seeRecom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacitiesin
the10. Technical informationsection
WARNING
•Do not drive beyond the performance capa-
bility of the tires, even with 4WD engaged.
Accelerating quickly, sharp steering ma-
neuvers or sudden braking may cause loss
of control.
•Always use tires of the same type, size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra-
dial), and tread pattern on all four wheels.
•This vehicle is not designed for off-road
(rough road) use. Do not drive on sandy or
muddy roads that tires may get stuck in.
•For 4WD equipped vehicles, do not attempt to
raise two wheels off the ground and shift the
transmission to any drive or reverse position
with the engine running. Doing so may result
in drivetrain damage or unexpected vehicle
movement which could result in serious ve-
hicle damage or personal injury.
•Do not attempt to test a 4WD equipped
vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer (such as
the dynamometers used by some states for
emissions testing) or similar equipment
even if the other two wheels are raised off
the ground. Make sure that you inform the
test facility personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with 4WD before it is placed on a
INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) (IF EQUIPPED)
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dynamometer. Using the wrong test equip-
ment may result in drivetrain damage or un-
expected vehicle movement which could re-
sult in serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.
•When a wheel is off the ground due to an
uneven surface, do not spin the wheel
excessively.
CAUTION
Never tow the vehicle with one axle raised. This
may damage the differential. Damage of this
sort is not covered by the warranty. All wheels
must be fully raised (seeFour-Wheel Drive
(4WD) modelsin the6. In case of emergency
section)
4WD, together with VDC, improves the traction
of your vehicle whenever a drive wheel spins
due to insufficient grip.
If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4WD can
neither reduce the risk of an accident nor
override the laws of physics. 4WD cannot take
account of road, weather, and traffic conditions.
4WD is only an aid. You are responsible for the
distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle
speed, for braking in good time, and for staying
in lane.If a drive wheel spins due to insufficient grip
•When pulling away, only depress the accel-
erator pedal as far as is necessary.
•Accelerate less when driving.
NOTE
In wintry driving conditions, the maximum effec-
tiveness of 4WD can only be achieved if you use
winter tires (M+S tires), with snow chains if nec-
essary.
WARNING
•Do not stop or park the vehicle over flam-
mable materials such as dry grass, waste
paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a
fire.
•Safe parking procedures require that both
the parking brake be applied and the P
(Park) position engaged. Failure to do so
could cause the vehicle to move unexpect-
edly or roll away and result in an accident.
•When parking the vehicle, make sure the P
(Park) position is engaged. The shift lever
cannot be moved out of the P (Park) position
without depressing the brake pedal.
•Never leave the engine running while the
vehicle is unattended.
•To help avoid risk of injury or death through
unintended operation of the vehicle and/or
its systems, do not leave children, people
who require the assistance of others, or
pets unattended in your vehicle. Addition-
ally, the temperature inside a closed vehicle
on a warm day can quickly become high
enough to cause a significant risk of injury
or death to people and pets.
PARKING
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TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. SUMMER tires have a tread designed to
provide superior performance on dry pave-
ment. However, the performance of these
tires will be substantially reduced in snowy
and icy conditions. If you operate your ve-
hicle on snowy or icy roads, INFINITI recom-
mends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL
SEASON TIRES on all four wheels. It is rec-
ommended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
for the tire type, size, speed rating and
availability information.
2. For additional traction on icy roads, studded
tires may be used. However, some U.S.
states and Canadian provinces prohibit their
use. Check local, state and provincial laws
before installing studded tires.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow
tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorer than
that of non-studded snow tires.
3. Tire chains may be used if desired. Make
sure they are the proper size for the tires on
your vehicle and are installed according to
the chain manufacturer’s instructions. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by the
tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit.
Loose end links of the tire chains must be
secured or removed to prevent the possibil-
ity of whipping action damage to the fendersor underbody. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed, otherwise, your vehicle may be dam-
aged and/or vehicle handling and perfor-
mance may be adversely affected.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during the winter:
•A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ice and snow from the windows.
•A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the
jack to give it firm support.
•A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.
•Extra washer fluid to refill the windshield
washer fluid reservoir.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
•Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain), very
cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard
to drive on. The vehicle will have much less
traction or “grip” under these conditions.
Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road
is salted or sanded.
•Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and slow down with care. If ac-
celerating or downshifting too fast, the
drive wheels will lose even more traction.
•Allow more stopping distance under these
conditions. Braking should be started
sooner than on dry pavement.
•Allow greater following distances on slip-
pery roads.
•Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake
while on the ice, and avoid any sudden
steering maneuvers.
•Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
•Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gas under
your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehicle.
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The driving distance possible in run-flat mode is
counted from the moment the tire pressure loss
warning appears in the vehicle information dis-
play.
You must not exceed a maximum speed of 50
MPH (80 km/h).
When replacing one or all tires, observe the
following specifications for your vehicle’s tires:
•Size
•Type
•Run-flat mark
If a tire has gone flat and cannot be replaced
with a run flat tire, a standard tire may be used
as a temporary measure. Make sure that you
use the proper size and type (summer or winter
tire).
WARNING
Do not exceed the stated maximum speed.
Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers,
and driving over obstacles (curbs, pot holes,
off road). This applies in particular to a laden
vehicle.
Stop driving in emergency mode if:
•You hear banging noises.
•The vehicle starts to shake.
•You see smoke and smell rubber.
•VDC is intervening constantly.
•There are tears in the sidewalls of the tire.
After driving in emergency mode, have the
wheel rims checked with regard to their further
use. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service. The faulty tire must be
replaced.
REMOVING AND FITTING WHEELS
NOTE
A spare wheel is not provided with your vehicle.
Blocking the wheels
WARNING
Make sure to block the appropriate wheel to
prevent the vehicle from moving, which may
cause personal injury.
Place suitable blocks
1in front of and behind
the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire
Ato
prevent the vehicle from moving when it is on
the jack.
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•INFINITI recommends waxing the road
wheels to protect against road salt in areas
where it is used during winter.
WHEEL BALANCE
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be performed
with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing
the wheels on the vehicle could lead to me-
chanical damage.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
toImportant Tire Safety Information(US) or
Tire Safety Information(Canada) in the War-
ranty Information Booklet.
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Settings....................4-116
Voice recognition system...........4-138
Troubleshooting...............4-138
Voice Recognition system...........4-107
Voice command screen...........4-107
Warninglights...................2-8
Airbag.....................1-55
Warnings.....................2-29
Vehicle information display.........2-29
Warranty.....................10-18
Emission control system..........10-18
Washing ......................7-2
Waxing.......................7-2
Wheel lock bolts.................6-9
Wheels......................8-36
Balancing...................8-36
Blocking.....................6-5
Care.......................7-3
Changing tires and wheels.........8-34
Installation...................6-8
Removal.....................6-6
Sizes......................10-8
Wheel lock bolts................6-9
Wheels and tires............8-27,10-8
Windows......................2-71
Window washer..................8-8
Fluid.......................8-8
Windshield....................2-60
Defroster ...................2-60
De-icer switch.................2-61
Wiper and washer switch..........2-59Winter.......................5-93
Battery.....................5-93
Driving on snow or ice............5-94
Enginecoolant ................5-93
Precautions..................5-93
Special equipment..............5-94
Tire equipment................5-94
Wipers.......................8-13
Blade replacement..............8-13
Rear - Operation...............2-60
Washer nozzle.................8-14
Wiper and washer switch.......2-58,2-59
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