2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit........................................................................\
.......... 2-3
Instrument panel ................................................................ 2-5
Meters and gauges............................................................ 2-6Speedometer and odometer....................................... 2-7
Tachometer .................................................................... 2-8
Assist charge gauge..................................................... 2-8
Fuel gauge...................................................................... 2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders............................................................. 2-10 Checking lights............................................................ 2-11
Warning lights ............................................................. 2-11
Indicator lights............................................................. 2-18
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-20
Vehicle information display........................................... 2-21 Operational indicators............................................... 2-23
Maintenance indicators ............................................ 2-27
Trip computer.............................................................. 2-28
Security systems............................................................... 2-32 Vehicle Security System ........................................... 2-32
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System................... 2-34
Wiper and washer switch.............................................. 2-35 Rain-sensing auto wiper system............................ 2-36
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ............................................................... 2-37 Headlight and turn signal switch................................ 2-38
Headlight switch....................................................... 2-38
Turn signal switch .................................................... 2-42
Fog light switch ........................................................ 2-43
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) .................... 2-43
Horn ........................................................................\
........... 2-44
Heated seats (if so equipped)..................................... 2-44
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped)................. 2-45
Warning systems switch (if so equipped)................. 2-46
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch .......... 2-47
Clock ........................................................................\
.......... 2-48 Adjusting the time................................................... 2-48
Power outlet.................................................................... 2-48
Ashtrays........................................................................\
..... 2-49 Rear........................................................................\
...... 2-49
Storage........................................................................\
....... 2-49
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-49
Sunglasses holder ................................................... 2-50
Glove box.................................................................... 2-51
Console box................................................................ 2-51
Card holder................................................................. 2-52
Storage box................................................................ 2-52
Rear pocket................................................................ 2-53
Coat hooks................................................................. 2-53
2-10Instruments and controls
12-volt battery charge warning lightLane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator
light (orange) (if so equipped)High beam indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightLow tire pressure warning lightLane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light (green) (if so equipped)
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Automatic transmission check warning
lightSeat belt warning light and chimeREADY to drive indicator light
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot
Intervention (BSI) system warning light
(orange) (if so equipped)Supplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Brake system warning light (yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Brake warning light (red)
Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) off
indicator light (if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indi-
cator light
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-
trians (VSP) OFF indicator light
Direct Response Hybrid®System warning
lightAutomatic transmission (AT) position in-
dicator light
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light (orange) (if so equipped)Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON indicator
light (green) (if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightECO drive indicator light
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) sys-
tem warning light (if so equipped)EV indicator light
High temperature warning lightExterior light indicator
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering)
warning lightFront fog light indicator light
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange) (if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
.Headlight warning
. Front radar obstruction warning (if so
equipped)
. Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) not
available warning (if so equipped)
. Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) sys-
tem fault warning (if so equipped)
See “Vehicle information display” (P.2-21).
Seat belt warning light and
chime
The light and chime remind you to fasten
seat belts. The light illuminates whenever
the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, and will remain illuminated until the
driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same
time, the chime will sound for about 6
seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is
securely fastened.
The seat belt warning light for the front
passenger will illuminate if the seat belt is
not fastened when the front passenger’s
seat is occupied. For 7 seconds after the
ignition switch is in the ON position, the
system does not activate the warning light
for the front passenger.
See “Seat belts” (P.1-9) for precautions on
seat belt usage.
Supplemental air bag warning
light
After pushing the ignition switch to the ON
position, the supplemental air bag warning
light will illuminate. The supplemental air bag
warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the SRS air bag systems are
operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
air bags and/or pretensioner systems need
servicing.
. The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 sec-
onds.
. The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
. The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supple-
mental Restraint Systems and/or the pre-
tensioners may not function properly.
For additional information, see “Supplemen-
tal restraint system” (P.1-37).
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the air bags
and/or pretensioner seat belt will not
operate in an accident. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your
vehicle checked. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light illuminates and then
turns off.
The light will blink when the VDC system or
the traction control system is operating, thus
alerting the driver that the vehicle is nearing
its traction limits. The road surface may be
slippery.
When the VDC warning light illuminates
when the VDC system is turned on, this light
alerts the driver to the fact that the VDC
system’s fail-safe mode is operating, for
example the VDC, active trace control (if so
equipped), Rise-up & Build-up function,
Brake Force Distribution or hill start assist
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2-20Instruments and controls
may damage the emission control sys-
tem.
To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may stop
blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the retailer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary could
lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel
economy, and possible damage to the
emission control system.
READY to drive indicator light
The READY to drive indicator light illumi-
nates when the hybrid system is powered
and the vehicle may be driven.
Security indicator light
The light blinks when the ignition switch is in
the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This
function indicates the security system
equipped on the vehicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning, this
light will remain on while the ignition switch
is in the ON position. For additional informa-
tion, see “Security systems” (P.2-32).
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light illuminates and then
turns off.
The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic
control off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates that the vehicle dynamic control
system and traction control system are not
operating.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chime
A chime will sound if the driver side door is
opened while the ignition switch is pushed to
the ACC position. Make sure the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position, and
take the Intelligent Key with you when
leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound when the driver side door
is opened with the light switch in theorposition and the ignition switch in the
ACC, OFF or LOCK position.
Turn the light switch off when you leave the
vehicle.
Parking brake reminder chime
The parking brake reminder chime will sound
if the vehicle is driven at more than 4 MPH (7
km/h) with the parking brake applied. Stop
the vehicle and release the parking brake.
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear
warnings. When a brake pad requires repla-
cement, it will make a high pitched scraping
2-24Instruments and controls
Key battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery
with a new one. (See “Intelligent Key battery
replacement” (P.8-21).)
7. Intelligent Key ignition indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power and
when the Intelligent Key System and vehicle
are not communicating normally.
If this indicator appears, touch the ignition
switch with the Intelligent Key while depres-
sing the brake pedal. (See “Intelligent Key
battery discharge” (P.5-12).)
8. Parking brake release warning
This warning appears when the vehicle
speed is above 4 MPH (7 km/h) and the
parking brake is applied.
9. Low fuel warning
This warning appears when the fuel level in
the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches the empty (0) position.
There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in
the tank when the fuel gauge reaches the
empty (0) position.
10. Low washer fluid warning
This warning appears when the washer tank
fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as
necessary. (See “Window washer fluid” (P.8-
12).)
11. Door/trunk open warning (igni-
tion switch is in the ON position)
This warning appears if any of the doors
and/or the trunk lid are open or not closed
securely. The vehicle icon indicates which
door or the trunk lid is open on the display.
12. Intelligent Key system warning
This warning appears if there is a malfunc-
tion in the steering lock system or Intelligent
Key system.
If this warning appears while the hybrid
system is stopped, the steering lock (if so
equipped) cannot be released or the hybrid
system cannot be started. If this warning
appears while the hybrid system is running,
the vehicle can be driven. However, it is
recommended you contact an INFINITI
retailer for repair as soon as possible.
13. Loose fuel cap warning
This warning appears when the fuel-filler
cap is not tightened correctly after the
vehicle has been refueled. (See “Fuel-filler
cap” (P.3-22).)
14. Check tire pressure warning
This warning appears when the low tire
pressure warning light in the meter illumi-
nates and low tire pressure is detected. If
this warning appears, stop the vehicle and
adjust the pressure to the recommended
COLD tire pressure shown on the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label. (See
“Low tire pressure warning light” (P.2-15)
and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ” (P.5-5).)
15. “TIMER” indicator
This indicator appears when the set “TIMER”
indicator activates. You can set the time for
up to 6 hours. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-
28).)
16. Low outside temperature
warning
This warning appears if the outside tem-
perature is below 37°F (3°C). The warning
can be set not to be displayed. (See “Trip
computer” (P.2-28).)
17. Hybrid system over heat warn-
ing
This warning appears when the temperature
of the hybrid system is too high. Stop the
vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible.
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MAINTENANCE:
There are the following submenus under the
maintenance menu.
.BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. OIL
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for changing the engine oil.
. FILTER
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing the oil filter.
. TIRE
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing tires.
. OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset the
distance for replacing items other than
the engine oil, oil filter and tires.
OPTIONS:
There are the following submenus under the
display menu.
. BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. LANGUAGE
Select this submenu to choose English or
French for display. .
UNIT
Select this submenu to choose the unit
from miles, MPG, °F or km, l/100km, °C.
. EFFECTS
Select this menu to set the dial effects
described below to on or off.
— The indicator needles sweep in the meters when the hybrid system is
started.
11. Warning check
SKIP:
Push the
switchto move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switchto select other
menus.
DETAIL:
This item is available only when a warning is
displayed.
Select this menu to see the details of
warnings.
SIC2132
Your vehicle has two types of security
systems, as follows:
. Vehicle security system
. INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual
and audio alarm signals if someone opens
the doors, hood, or trunk lid when the
system is armed. It is not, however, a motion
detection type system that activates when a
vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
SECURITY SYSTEMS
theft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your Intelligent Key(s) in the
vehicle, and always lock it when unattended.
Be aware of your surroundings, and park in
secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection,
such as component locks, identification
markers, and tracking systems, are available
at auto supply stores and specialty shops.
Your INFINITI retailer may also offer such
equipment. Check with your insurance com-
pany to see if you may be eligible for
discounts for various theft protection fea-
tures.
SIC2045
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.The system can be armed even if the
windows are open.
2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
4. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the
Intelligent Key, door handle request
switch, power door lock switch or me-
chanical key. 5. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light
stays on for about 30 seconds. The
vehicle security system is now pre-
armed. After about 30 seconds the
vehicle security system automatically
shifts into the armed phase. The security
light begins to flash once every approxi-
mately 3 seconds. If, during this 30-
second pre-arm time period, the door is
unlocked, or the ignition switch is pushed
to ACC or ON, the system will not arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood, and trunk lid locked
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position. When pushing the ignition switch
to the ACC or ON position, the system will
be released.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the
following alarm:
. The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
. The alarm automatically turns off after
approximately 1 minute. However, the
alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tam-
pered with again.
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2-34Instruments and controls
The alarm is activated by:
.Unlocking the door or opening the trunk
lid without using the button on the
Intelligent Key, the door handle request
switch or the mechanical key. (Even if the
door is opened by releasing the door
inside lock knob, the alarm will activate.)
. Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop by unlocking a door by
pushing the unlock button on the Intelligent
Key, the door handle request switch or using
the mechanical key. The alarm will not stop if
the ignition switch is pushed to the ACC or
ON position.
If the system does not operate as described
above, it is recommended you have it
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System to start without the use of
the registered Intelligent Key. Never leave
these keys in the vehicle. FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
SIC2045
Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on the
meter panel. It indicates the status of the
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch was
in the LOCK, ACC or OFF position. This
function indicates the security systems
equipped on the vehicle are operational.
If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.