Light Name Page Light Name Page Light Name Page
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light2-9Seat belt (driver and front
passenger) warning light2-11High beam assist indicator
light *2-14
Brake warning light (red) 2-11Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) air bag
warning light2-12High beam indicator light 2-14
Low tire pressure warning
light*2-9Low fuel warning light 2-13Rear fog light indicator
light2-14
Malfunction indicator light
(yellow)2-11Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light2-13Side light indicator light 2-14
Distance warning light* 2-11Turn signal/hazard indica-
tor lights2-13Front passenger air bag
status light**2-14
Electric parking brake
warning light (red)2-11Low beam indicator light 2-14
Electric parking brake
warning light (yellow)2-11Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) OFF indicator light2-13
Coolant warning light 2-13Front fog light indicator
light*2-14 *: if equipped
**: located above heater and air condi-
tioner controls
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
0-10Illustrated table of contents
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightSeat belt (driver and front passenger)
warning lightHigh beam assist indicator light *
Brake warning light (red)Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
air bag warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Low tire pressure warning light*Low fuel warning lightRear fog light indicator light
Malfunction indicator light (yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning lightSide light indicator light
Distance warning light*Turn signal/hazard indicator lightsFront passenger air bag status light**
Electric parking brake warning light (red)Low beam indicator light
Electric parking brake warning light
(yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
indicator light
Coolant warning lightFront fog light indicator light* *: if equipped
**: located above heater and air conditioner controls
Some indicators and warnings are also dis-
played in the vehicle information display be-
tween the speedometer and tachometer see
"Vehicle information display".CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake,
fasten the seat belts and place the ignition
switch in the ON position without starting the
engine. The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on,
,,,,
,,,,. These lights
should go out within a few seconds after start-
ing the engine. If any light fails to come on oroperates in a way other than described, it may
indicate a burned out bulb and/or a system
malfunction. Have the system checked. It is rec-
ommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
2-8Instruments and controls
WARNING LIGHTS
Also see "Vehicle information display" later in
this section.
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the ABS warning light illuminates to in-
dicate that the ABS is operational. The light
then turns off within a few seconds after the
engine is started.
If the ABS light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
If the ABS warning light comes on while driv-
ing, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Observe the additional display mes-
sages (if any) in the vehicle information dis-
play. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock as-
sistance (see "Brake system").
BRAKE warning light (red)
WARNING
•Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to
be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driving
it could be dangerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal when the igni-
tion switch is not in the ON position
and/or when the brake fluid level is low
may increase the stopping distance and
braking will require greater pedal effort
as well as pedal travel.
•If the brake fluid level is below the mini-
mum or MIN mark on the brake fluid
reservoir, do not drive until the brake
system has been checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light remains illuminated and
turns off when the engine is started. If the
light illuminates at any other time, it may
indicate that the brake system is not func-
tioning properly. If the BRAKE warning lightilluminates, stop the vehicle immediately and
contact an INFINITI retailer.
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Low tire pressure warning
light (if equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the
tire pressure of all its tires.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of
low tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS
is not functioning properly.
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the Low tire pressure warming light illu-
minates to indicate that the system is opera-
tional. The light then tuns off within a few
seconds after the engine is started.
Low tire pressure warning:
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the warning light will illuminate. A
tire pressure warning message also appears
in the vehicle information display.
When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label located in
Instruments and controls2-9
Safety systems
Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Currently Unavailable See
Operator's Manual]ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist System), VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), and hill start assist are temporarily
unavailable.
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) may also have failed.
In addition, the,andwarning lights may light up in the combination meter.
Possible causes:
•Self-diagnosis is not yet complete.•The on-board voltage may be insufficient.
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
The steering and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking
situation.
If VDC is not operational, VDC is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident.
Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements, at a speed above 12 MPH (20 km/h). If the display
message disappears, the functions mentioned above are available again.
If the display message continues to be displayed, drive on carefully and have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Inoperative See Operator's
Manual]ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist System), VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), and hill start assist are not available
due to a malfunction.
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) may also have failed.
In addition, the,,andwarning lights may light up in the combination meter.
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
The steering and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking
situation.
If VDC is not operational, VDC is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident.
Drive on carefully and have the system checked immediately. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Currently Unavailable See
Operator's Manual]BAS (Brake Assist System), VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable.
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) may also have failed.
In addition, theandwarning lights may light up in the combination meter.
The self-diagnosis function, for example, may not be complete.
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation.
If VDC is not operational, VDC is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident.
Carefully drive on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements, at a speed above 12 MPH (20 km/h). If the display
message disappears, the functions mentioned above are available again.
If the display message continues to be displayed, drive on carefully and have the system checked. It is recommended you an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Inoperative See Operator's
Manual]BAS (Brake Assist System), VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction.
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) may also have failed.
In addition, theandwarning lights may light up in the combination meter.
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation.
If VDC is not operational, VDC is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident.
Drive on carefully and have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Inoperative See Operator's
Manual]EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution) ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist System), VDC (Vehicle Dynamic
Control), and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction.
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) may also have failed.
A warning tone sounds.
In addition, the,andwarning lights may light up in the combination meter.
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could
therefore lock if you brake hard, for example.
The steering and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking
situation.
If VDC is not operational, VDC is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident.
Drive on carefully and have the system checked immediately. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Turn On The Ignition to
Release the Parking Brake]The redindicator light lights up.
You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the ignition was switched off.
Key: turn the key to the ON position in the ignition switch
2-32Instruments and controls
Cruise control.......................5-46
Cruise control operations..............5-47
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
(Full speed range) (if equipped)............5-49
ICC system operation................5-50
ICC switch (cruise control lever)..........5-51
ICC system display and indicators.........5-52
Operating ICC.....................5-53
ICC Limitations....................5-56
Tips for driving with the ICC system.......5-58
System temporarily unavailable..........5-60
System maintenance.................5-62
Forward emergency braking (FEB) system
(if equipped)........................5-62
FEB system operation................5-63
Turning the FEB system on/off..........5-66
FEB system limitations................5-67
System temporarily unavailable..........5-67
System maintenance.................5-68
FCC Notice.......................5-69
Active sound enhancement...............5-69
Active sound enhancement.............5-70
Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) (if equipped). . . .5-70
Important safety notes...............5-70
Detecting parking spaces..............5-71
Parking.........................5-73
Exiting a parking space...............5-74Canceling IPA.....................5-75
Camera Aiding Sonar (parking sensor) function
(if equipped)........................5-76
Sonar function overview...............5-77
Range of the sensors.................5-81
Sonar function OFF switch.............5-81
Sonar function settings...............5-82
Sonar function limitations..............5-82
Problems with sonar function...........5-83
System maintenance.................5-84
Break-in schedule.....................5-84
Fuel efficient driving tips................5-85
Increasing fuel economy.................5-86
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (if equipped)........5-86
Parking...........................5-87
Switching off the engine..............5-88
Extended parking...................5-89
Electric power steering system............5-89
Brake system........................5-90
Brake precautions..................5-90
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)..........5-91
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.......5-92
Traction Control System (TCS)..........5-94
Characteristics of VDC...............5-94
EBD (electronic brake force distribution). . . .5-95
Steer Control......................5-95
Hill Start Assist (HSA)..................5-95
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
LDW SYSTEM
1. Press theorbutton on the
steering wheel
1to select the [Drive-
Assist] menu on the Menu bar
B.
2. Press the
orbutton to select
[Lane Departure Warning].
3. Press the
wheel
1. The current selection is dis-
played.
4. Press the
5. Press the
orbutton to set
[Off], [Standard] or [Adaptive].6. Press the
When the LDW is activated, the vehicle
information display shows the lane mark-
ings as bright lines in the assistance
graphic in the display area
A
When [Standard] is selected, no warning vi-
bration occurs if:
•You have switched on the turn signals. In
this event, the warnings are suppressed
for a certain period of time.
•A driving safety system intervenes, such as
ABS, brake assist system (BAS) or VDC.
When [Adaptive] is selected, no warning vi-
bration occurs if:
•You have switched on the turn signals. In
this case the warnings are suppressed for
a certain period of time.
•A driving system intervenes, such as ABS,
BAS or VDC.
•You accelerate forcefully.
•You brake forcefully.
•You steer actively, for example, swerve to
avoid an obstacle or change lane quickly.
•You cut the corner on a sharp bend.
The system may detect certain conditions
and warns you accordingly.The warning vibration occurs earlier if:
•You approach the outer lane marking on a
bend.
•The road has very wide lanes, for example,
a freeway.
•The system detects solid lane markings.
The warning vibration occurs later if:
•The road has narrow lanes.
•You cut across a corner on a bend.
LDW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations for
the LDW system. Failure to operate the
vehicle in accordance with these system
limitations could result in serious injury or
death.
•This system is only a warning device to
inform the driver of a potential unin-
tended lane departure. It will not steer
the vehicle or prevent loss of control. It
is the driver’s responsibility to stay
alert, drive safely, keep the vehicle in the
traveling lane, and be in control of the
vehicle at all times.
NSD599
Assistance graphic
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