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3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Setting hazard indicator and horn
mode
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and
horn mode when you first receive the vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the
LOCK
buttonis pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps
once. When the UNLOCK
buttonis
pushed, the hazard indicator flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can be
switched to the hazard indicator mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator
flashes twice. When the UNLOCK
button is pushed, neither the hazard indica-
tor nor the horn operates. Hazard indicator and horn mode:
DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK TRUNK UNLOCK
Intelligent Key system
(Using door handle or trunk request switch) HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME -
twice HAZARD -
once
OUTSIDE CHIME -
once HAZARD - none
OUTSIDE CHIME -
4
times
Remote keyless entry system
(Using
,orbutton) HAZARD -
twice
HORN - once HAZARD -
once
HORN - none HAZARD - none
HORN - none
Hazard indicator mode:
DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK TRUNK UNLOCK
Intelligent Key system
(Using door handle or trunk request switch) HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME -
none HAZARD - none
OUTSIDE CHIME -
noneHAZARD - none
OUTSIDE CHIME -
none
Remote keyless entry system
(Using
,orbutton) HAZARD -
twice
HORN - none HAZARD - none
HORN - noneHAZARD - none
HORN - none
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Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn
(chime) operation, push the LOCK
and
UNLOCKbuttons on the Intelligent
Key simultaneously for more than 2 seconds.
. When the hazard indicator mode is set,
the hazard indicator flashes 3 times.
. When the hazard indicator and horn
mode is set, the hazard indicator flashes
once and the horn chirps once.
JVP0334X
1. Pull the hood lock release handlelocated below the instrument panel; the
hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
up at the front of the
hood with your fingertips and raise the
hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down to latch both the right and
left locks. Push the hood down to lock
the hood securely into place.
WARNING
.Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
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HOOD
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3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
WARNING
.Do not drive with the trunk lid open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)”
(P.5-4).
. Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously
injured. Keep the car locked, with the
trunk closed, when not in use, and
prevent children’s access to Intelli-
gent Keys.
SPA2734
TRUNK LID RELEASE SWITCH
The trunk lid release switchis located on
the instrument panel.
To open the trunk lid, push the release
switch. To close, push the trunk lid down.
You can open the trunk lid with Intelligent
Key. (See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7) or
“Remote keyless entry system” (P.3-14).)
If the trunk lid does not unlock, push the
trunk open request switch and manually lift
the trunk lid if:
. there is snow on the trunk lid.
. a heavy object such as rear spoiler is
attached to the trunk lid. .
the trunk lid is frozen.
TRUNK LID
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TRUNK OPEN REQUEST SWITCH
The trunk lid can be opened by pushing the
trunk open request switchwhen the
Intelligent Key is within the operating range
of the trunk lock/unlock function regardless
of the inside lock knob position.
The trunk lid can be opened by pushing the
trunk open request switch
even if the
Intelligent Key is not within the operating
range of the trunk lock/unlock function,
when all doors are unlocked by the power
door lock system, and the automatic unlock
function.
(See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7).)
TRUNK BUTTON
The trunk lid can be opened by pushing the
TRUNK buttonon the Intelligent Key for
more than 1 second.
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OPENING WITH KEY
To open the trunk lid, insert the mechanical
key to the trunk key cylinder and turn the key
to the right side of the vehicle. To close,
remove the key and push the trunk lid down.
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3-20Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2767
TRUNK RELEASE POWER CAN-
CEL SWITCH
When the switch located inside the glove
box is in the OFF position, the power to
the trunk lid will be canceled and the trunk lid
cannot be opened by the trunk lid release
switch, the trunk open request switch or the
TRUNK button on the Intelligent Key.
When you have to leave the vehicle with a
valet and want to keep your belongings safe
in the glove box and the trunk, push this
switch to OFF and lock the glove box with
the mechanical key. Then leave the vehicle
and the Intelligent Key with the valet and
keep the mechanical key with you. See “Keys” (P.3-2).
To connect the power to the trunk lid, push
the switch to the ON
position.
AUTO CLOSURE
If the trunk lid is pulled down to a partly open
position, the trunk lid will pull itself to the
closed position.
Do not apply excessive force when the auto
closure is operating. Excessive force applied
may cause the mechanism to malfunction.
CAUTION
.
The trunk lid will automatically close
from a partly open position. To avoid
pinching, keep hands and fingers
away from trunk lid opening.
. Do not let children operate the trunk
lid.
The auto closure may not function if the 12-
volt battery is weak. If the auto closure does
not work, close the trunk lid manually, or
perform the auto closure operation again
after starting hybrid system.
If the auto closure operation is performed
repeatedly with the trunk overloaded, the
auto closure may not operate properly.
Reduce the amount of items in trunk. If the auto closure still does not operate, have the
system checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When the auto closure operation is per-
formed repeatedly in a short period of time,
the auto closure function may be temporarily
disabled. If this occurs, wait a few minutes
until the motor cools down. If the auto
closure still does not operate, have the
system checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
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SPA2768
INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they are
around cars to prevent them from play-
ing and becoming locked in the trunk
where they could be seriously injured.
Keep the car locked, with the trunk lid
securely latched, when not in use, and
prevent children’s access to Intelligent
Keys.
The interior trunk lid release mechanism
allows opening of the trunk lid in the event that people become locked inside the trunk
or in the event of the loss of electrical power
such as a discharged 12-volt battery.
Releasing inside the trunk
To open the trunk lid from the inside, pull the
release handleuntil the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release lever is
made of a material that glows in the dark
after a brief exposure to ambient light.
The handle is located on the back of the
trunk lid as illustrated.
SPA2735
OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER
DOOR
To open the fuel-filler door, unlock the fuel-
filler door by using one of the following
operations, then push the upper left side of
the door.
. Push the door handle request switch with
the Intelligent Key carried with you.
. Push the UNLOCK button on the Intel-
ligent Key.
. Insert the mechanical key into the door
lock cylinder and turn it to the rear of the
vehicle.
. Push the power door lock switch to the
UNLOCK position.
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FUEL-FILLER DOOR
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To lock, close the fuel-filler door securely
and lock all doors by operating the door
handle request switch, the LOCK button on
the Intelligent Key, the mechanical key or the
power door lock switch.
FUEL-FILLER CAP
WARNING
.Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive under certain condi-
tions. You could be burned or ser-
iously injured if it is misused or
mishandled. Always stop the
INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid
®
System and do not smoke or allow
open flames or sparks near the ve-
hicle when refueling.
. Do not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts
off automatically. Continued refuel-
ing may cause fuel overflow, resulting
in fuel spray and possibly a fire.
. Use only an original equipment type
fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has
a built-in safety valve needed for
proper operation of the fuel system
and emission control system. An in-
correct cap can result in a serious
malfunction and possible injury. It could also cause the malfunction
indicator light to come on.
. Never pour fuel into the throttle body
to attempt to start your vehicle.
. Do not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable
fuel containers:
— Always place the container on the ground when filling.
— Do not use electronic devices when filling.
— Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are
filling it.
— Use only approved portable fuel containers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
. If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid
paint damage.
. Insert the cap straight into the fuel-
filler tube, then tighten until the fuel- filler cap a single click is heard. Failure
to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly
may cause the
malfunction in-
dicator light (MIL) to illuminate. If
the
light illuminates because the
fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
tighten or install the cap and con-
tinue to drive the vehicle. The
light should turn off after a few
driving trips. If thelight does
not turn off after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
. The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning will
appear if the fuel-filler cap is not
properly tightened. It may take a few
driving trips for the message to be
displayed. Failure to tighten the fuel-
filler cap properly after the LOOSE
FUEL CAP warning appears may
cause the
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) to illuminate.
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JVP0046X
To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwiseto remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
while refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap:
1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
SPA2832
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears on
the vehicle information display when the
fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after
the vehicle has been refueled. It may take a
few driving trips for the warning to be
displayed. To turn off the warning, perform
the following steps:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap assoon as possible. (See “Fuel-filler cap”
(P.3-22).)
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks.
3. Push the reset switch
on the right side
of the combination meter for about 1
second to turn off the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning after tightening the fuel
cap.
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