2018 INFINITI Q50 air condition

HEATER AND AIR CONDI-
TIONER CONTROLS
Buttons and lower touch screen display (lower display)
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CLIMATE screen (lower display)
<>/<>:
Push <
>and <>to adjust the
temperature.
When the dual mode is turned on, the
temperature for the driver and the front
passenger can be adjusted separately by
operating <
>and <>on the corre-
sponding side. When the dual mode is
turned off, the temperature for both the
driver’s seat and the front passenger
seat can be adjusted with the tempera-
ture control buttons on the driver’s side.
:
Push to set the automatic
control mode that keeps the air distri-
bution, temperature and the fan speed
automatically.
<>/<> and [+]/[ -]:
The fan speed of the air from the
ventilators can be changed.
Push <
>or touch [] to increase
the fan speed. Push <>or touch
[-] to decrease the fan speed.
For details of the ventilators, refer to
the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
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<>and []:
The current air flow mode is displayed
on the CLIMATE screen. Push <
>to
change the air flow mode. The air flow
mode can also be changed by touching
[
] on the lower screen.
Air flows from the center and side
ventilators.
Air flows from the center and side
ventilators, and foot outlets.
Air flows mainly from the foot
outlets.
Air flows from the defroster and
foot outlets.
<> and [] (if so equipped):
The driver’s seat and front passenger
seat can be heated.
Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual for
details.
Lower touch screen display (lower dis-
play) :
When is pushed, the CLI-
MATE screen will be displayed on the
lower display.
<>:
Push <
>to toggle the ventilation
between the air recirculation mode (in-
dicator light on) and the fresh air mode
(indicator light off).
<>:
Push <
>to defrost/defog the wind-
shield ([] is displayed lower screen).
When <
>is pushed, the air condi-
tioner will turn on automatically if the
outside temperature is above 23°F
(−5°C), and switches to the fresh air
mode to for better defogging perfor-
mance.
<>:
Push to activate the rear window and
the outside mirror defroster.
“Rear window and outside mirror
defroster” (page 3-9)
:
Push to turn on/off the Climate Control
system.
:
Push to show the CLIMATE screen on
the lower display.
Temperature setting indicators:
Indicates temperature settings. In the
dual mode, the driver’s side and front
passenger side temperatures are dis-
played independently.
Mode indicators:
The active mode status is displayed.
DUAL Dual mode is active. Driver/front passenger side tem-
peratures can be set indepen-
dently.
AUTO Auto mode is active. Temperature and fan speed are
controlled automatically.
[DUAL]:
Touch to turn on/off the dual mode.
When the dual mode is set, the tem-
perature for the driver seat and the
front passenger seat can be adjusted
independently. When the dual mode is
on, the indicator light is on.
[Steering Heater] (if so equipped):
Touch to turn on/off the steering-wheel
heater. When the steering-wheel heater
is on, the indicator light is on.
Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual for
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details.
[A/C]:
Touch to turn on/off the A/C mode.
Turn on the A/C mode for effective
cooling and dehumidifying. When the
A/C mode is on, the indicator light is on.
[Auto Recirc] (if so equipped):
Touch to turn on/off the auto recircula-
tion mode. When the auto recirculation
mode is on, the indicator light is on.
When the auto recirculation mode is
turned on, the air recirculation and fresh
air modes will alternate automatically.
“Advanced Climate Control Sys-
tem” (page 3-7)
INFO:
The heater and air conditioning system
settings can be linked and memorized for
each of the Intelligent Keys.
“Fully customizable digital environ-
ment” (page 8-30)
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CON-
TROL SYSTEM
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling and/or dehumidified heat-
ing (AUTO)
This mode can be used all year round. The
system works automatically to control the
inside temperature, air flow distribution and
fan speed after the preferred temperature is
set manually.
1. Push . (The indicator on the
button will illuminate and “AUTO” will
be displayed on the CLIMATE screen.)
2. Push <
>and <>on the driver’s side
to set the desired temperature.
. The temperature of the passenger com-
partment will be maintained automati-
cally. Air flow distribution and fan speed
will also be controlled automatically.
. When the DUAL mode is turned on, you
can individually set the driver’s and front
passenger side temperatures by pushing
<
>and <>on the corresponding
side. To turn on the DUAL mode, touch
[DUAL] on the lower display (“AUTO”
will be displayed on the lower display). To disable the front passenger side
temperature control, touch [DUAL] and
turn off the DUAL mode.
INFO:
A visible mist may be seen coming from the
ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air
is cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a
malfunction.
Heating (A/C off)
The air conditioner does not activate in this
mode. When you need to heat only, use this
mode.
1. Touch [A/C] on the lower display. The A/C indicator will turn off.
2. Push <
>and <>on the driver’s side
to set the desired temperature.
INFO:
. When set the AUTO mode, the tempera-
ture of the passenger compartment will
be maintained automatically. Air flow
distribution and fan speed are also
controlled automatically.
. Do not set the temperature lower than
the outside air temperature. Otherwise,
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the system may not work properly.
. This mode is not recommended if the
windows fog up.
Dehumidified defrosting or defog-
ging
1. Push <>. The indicator light on the
button will illuminate.
2. Push <
>and <>on the driver’s side
to set the desired temperature.
INFO:
. To quickly remove ice from the outside of
the windows, set the fan speed to the
maximum.
. As soon as possible after the windshield
is clean, push to return to the
auto mode.
. When <
>is pushed, the air conditioner
will automatically be turned on at out-
side temperatures above 23°F (−5°C) to
defog the windshield, and the air recir-
culate mode will automatically be turned
off.
Outside air is drawn into the passenger
compartment to improve the defogging performance.
ADVANCED CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
The Advanced Climate Control System
keeps the air inside of the vehicle clean,
using the automatic air circulation control
with the exhaust gas/outside odor detecting
sensor and with ion control.
[Auto Recirc]:
Touch to turn on the automatic air
recirculation mode.
Plasmacluster® icon:
Indicates the Plasmacluster® ion emis-
sion status.
Automatic air recirculation control with the
exhaust gas/outside odor detection sensor:
The Advanced Climate Control system
comes with an exhaust gas detection/out-
side odor sensor. When the automatic air
circulation control is activated, the sensor
detects odors outside the vehicle such as
pulp or chemicals, and exhaust gas such as
gasoline or diesel. When such odors or gases
are detected, the display and the system
automatically change from the fresh air
mode to the recirculation mode.
When the automatic air circulation control
mode is on, for the first 5 minutes, the air
recirculation mode is selected to prevent
dust, dirt and pollen from entering the
vehicle and to clean the air inside of the
vehicle.
After 5 minutes, the sensor detects exhaust
gas and automatically alternates between
the air recirculation mode and the fresh air
mode.INFO:
The automatic air recirculation mode can be
activated under the following conditions. . The air flow control is not in the
windshield defrosting mode (the indica-
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tor light on<>is turned off).
. The outside temperature is approxi-
mately 32 °F (0 °C) or above.
Ion control:
The Advanced Climate Control system unit
generates highly concentrated Plasmaclus-
ter® ions into the air blown from the
ventilators to reduce odor absorbed into
the interior trim and to suppress airborne
bacteria. The high-density Plasmacluster®
ions also have a proven skin moisture
preserving effect.
The Plasmacluster® icon on the CLIMATE
screen indicates the status of the Plas-
macluster® ion emission from the system
and changes with the amount of the air flow.OPERATING TIPS
. The sensorsandon the instrument
panel helps maintain a constant tem-
perature. Do not put anything on or
around these sensors.
. When the engine coolant temperature
and outside air temperature are low, the air flow from the foot outlets may not
operate. This is not a malfunction. After
the coolant temperature warms up, air
will flow normally from the foot outlets.
. A visible mist may be seen coming from
the ventilators in hot, humid conditions
as the air is cooled rapidly. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
With Advanced Climate Control system:
The Climate Control system is equipped with
a natural grape seed polyphenol filter that
collects and neutralizes dirt, pollen, dust,
allergens (such as pollen, tick shells), etc. To
make sure that the air conditioner heats,
defogs and ventilates efficiently, replace the
filter in accordance with the maintenance
schedule in the vehicle Owner’s Manual. To
replace the filter, it is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
decreases significantly or if windows fog up
easily when operating the heater or air
conditioner.
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Without Advanced Climate Control system:
The Climate Control system is equipped with
an in-cabin microfilter that collects dirt,
pollen, dust, etc. To make sure that the air
conditioner heats, defogs and ventilates
efficiently, replace the filter in accordance
with the maintenance schedule in the vehicle
Owner’s Manual. To replace the filter, it is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer.The filter should be replaced if the air flow
decreases significantly or if windows fog up
easily when operating the heater or air
conditioner.
SERVICING HEATER AND AIR
CONDITIONER
The heating and air conditioning 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. However, special charging equipment
and lubricant are required when servicing the
air conditioner. Using improper refrigerants
or lubricants will cause severe damage to
your Climate Control system. Refer to the
vehicle Owner’s Manual for heating and air
conditioning system refrigerant and lubri-
cant recommendations.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer to service your environmentally
friendly heater and air conditioning system.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. To avoid personal injury,
any air conditioner service should be done
only by an experienced technician with
the proper equipment.
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFROSTER
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defroster.
To defog/defrost the rear window glass and
outside mirrors, start the engine or the
hybrid system and push <
>. The indicator
light on the button will illuminate. Push the
button again to turn off the defroster.
The defroster will automatically turn off in
approximately 15 minutes.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDI-
TIONER SETTINGS
Heater and air conditioner settings can be
changed on the screen.
1. Push