2018 INFINITI QX30 ignition

Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Front Passenger Airbag
Enabled See Operator's
Manual]The front-passenger front air bag is enabled during the journey although:
•A child or child restraint as specified in U.S. regulations is located on the front-passenger seat.
or
•The front-passenger seat is not occupied.
The system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight applied to the seat.
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe area away from traffic as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Switch the ignition off.
4. Open the front-passenger door.
5. Remove the child and the child restraint system from the front passenger seat.
6. Make sure there are no objects applying additional force to the seat. The system may otherwise detect the additional force and
interpret the seat occupant's weight as greater than it actually is.
7. Make sure that the seat is unoccupied, close the front passenger door and switch on the ignition.
8. Observe the indicator lights in the center console and the vehicle information display and check the
following. Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on:
- The and indicator lights must light up simultaneously for
approximately six seconds.
- The indicator light must then light up and remain lit. If the indicator light is on, the automatic
front-passenger front air bag deactivation system has disabled the front-passenger front air bag (see "Front passenger air bag
and status light").
- the [Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual] or [Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator's Manual]
display messages must not be shown in the vehicle information display.
7. Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed.
8. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the vehicle information display.
If these conditions are met, the front-passenger seat can be occupied again. Whether the or
indicator light remains lit or goes out depends on how the automatic front passenger front air bag deactivation system classifies the
occupant.
If, after taking the steps above, you still believe the system is not operating properly, have it checked immediately. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
For further information on the automatic front-passenger front air bag deactivation feature (see "Front passenger air bag and
status light").
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Steering Malfunction See
Operator's Manual]The electric steering lock is malfunctioning.WARNING
The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Do not drive on. It is recommended you contact the nearest INFINITI retailer.
The electric steering lock was unable to unlock the steering.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. To unlock the steering, move the steering wheel slightly.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock again.
[Check Washer Fluid]The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
Top up the washer fluid (see "Window washer fluid")
[Wiper Malfunctioning] The windshield wipers are defective.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Hazard Warning Flashers
Malfunctioning]The hazard warning lights are faulty.
Visit an INFINITI retailer.
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Key
Problem Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Key Does Not Belong to
Vehicle]You have put the wrong key in the ignition switch.
Use the correct key.
[Obtain a New Key]The key needs to be replaced.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Replace Key Battery]The key battery is discharged.
Replace the battery (see "Checking the battery")
[Key Not Detected] (red
display message)The key is not in the vehicle.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Locate the key.
Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the key is not detected whilst the engine is running.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock and bring into key mode.
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Remove 'Start' Button,
Then Insert Key]The key is continually undetected.
The key detection function has a temporary malfunction or is faulty. A warning tone also sounds.•Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position.•It is recommended you consult an INFINITI retailer.
[Key Not Detected] (white
display message)The key is currently undetected.
Change the location of the key in the vehicle.
If the key still cannot be detected, operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition switch if necessary.
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IMMOBILISER
The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
•To activate with the key: remove the key
from the ignition lock.
•To deactivate:switch on the ignition.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can
start the engine if a valid key has been left
inside the vehicle.
NOTE
The immobiliser is always deactivated when
you start the engine.
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 de-
vice must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.NOTE
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to oper-
ate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada
license-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 interference,
including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation of the device.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
To arm:lock the vehicle with the key or Intel-
ligent Key. Indicator light
1flashes. The
alarm system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
To deactivate:unlock the vehicle with the key
or Intelligent Key.
or
Insert the key into the ignition switch.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
•A door.
•The vehicle with the emergency key element.
•The lift gate.
•The hood.
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SECURITY SYSTEM
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To switch the alarm off with the key: press
theorbutton on the key. The
alarm is switched off
or
Vehicles with a push button ignition switch:
•Remove the start/stop button from the
ignition lock (see " Push-button ignition
switch (if equipped)")
•Insert the key into the ignition lock. The
alarm stops.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that has triggered it, for
example.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and ob-
scure your vision which may lead to an ac-
cident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
•Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the win-
dow washer fluid reservoir is empty.
•Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
•Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water.NOTE
•If the wiper operation is interrupted by
snow or ice, the wiper may stop moving to
protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the
wiper switch to the “OFF” position and
remove the snow or ice on and around the
wiper arms. In approximately 1 minute,
turn the switch on again to operate the
wiper.
•Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place
when the windshield is dry.
•If it is necessary to switch on the wipers in
dry weather conditions, always operate
them using washer fluid.
•If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windshield after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, this may
be due to wax or other residue. Clean the
windshield with washer fluid after an au-
tomatic car wash.
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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SWITCHING THE WINDSHIELD
WIPERS ON/OFF
1Windshield wipers off.
2Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity).
3Intermittent wipe, high (rain sen-
sor set to high sensitivity).
4Continuous wipe, slow.
5Continuous wipe, fast.
ASingle wipe/
wipe the windshield using washer fluid.
The windshield wiper and washer operate
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the combination switch to the desired
position.
Rain sensor (if equipped)
The rain-sensing auto wiper system uses the
rain sensor located on the upper part of the
windshield
1.
CAUTION
•Do not touch the rain sensor and around
it
1when the wiper switch is in the
orposition and the ignition switch
is in the ON position. The wipers may
operate unexpectedly and cause an in-
jury or may damage a wiper.
•The rain-sensing auto wipers are in-
tended for use during rain. If the switch
is left in the
orposition, the
wipers may operate unexpectedly when
dirt, fingerprints, oil film or insects are
stuck on or around the sensor. The wip-
ers may also operate when exhaust gas
or moisture affect the rain sensor.
•When the windshield glass is coated
with water repellent, the speed of the
rain-sensing auto wipers may be higher
even though the amount of the rainfall is
small.
•Be sure to turn off the rain-sensing auto
wiper system when you use a car wash.
•The rain-sensing auto wipers may not
operate if rain does not hit the rain sen-
sor even if it is raining.
•Using genuine wiper blades is recom-
mended for proper operation of the
rain-sensing auto wiper system. For ad-
ditional information, refer to "Wiper
blades".
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Combination switch
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•Vehicles with a rain sensor: if the wind-
shield becomes dirty in dry weather con-
ditions, the windshield wipers may be
activated inadvertently. This could
damage the windshield wiper blades or
scratch the windshield.
For this reason, you should always
switch off the windshield wipers in dry
weather.
Vehicles with a rain sensor: in the
orposition, the appropriate wiping fre-
quency is automatically set according to the
intensity of the rain. In the
position, the
rain sensor is more sensitive than in the
position, causing the windshield wiper
to wipe more frequently.
If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield
will no longer be wiped properly. This could
prevent you from observing the traffic condi-
tions.
SWITCHING THE REAR WINDOW
WIPER ON/OFF
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and ob-
scure your vision which may lead to an ac-
cident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
•Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the win-
dow washer fluid reservoir is empty.
•Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates atfull strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
•Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water.
1Switch
2Wipes with washer fluid
3Switches on intermittent wiping
4Switches off intermittent wiping
5Wipes with washer fluid
1. Switch the ignition switch to the ON po-
sition.
2. Turn switch
1on the combination switch
to the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched
on, the
symbol appears in the as-
sistance graphic in the combination meter.
Further information on the assistance
graphic (see "Showing the distance
display" earlier in this section).
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