MODELS WITH IDLE
STOP/START SYSTEM
•Ensure that the battery fitted is the special
battery that is enhanced with regard to the
charge-discharge capacity and life perfor-
mance. Avoid using any other battery for
the Idle Stop/Start System, as this may
cause early deterioration of the battery or
a malfunction of the Idle Stop/Start Sys-
tem. It is recommended that a Genuine
INFINITI battery is fitted. For more infor-
mation, it is recommended that you con-
tact an INFINITI retailer.
•If the battery terminal is disconnected (for
battery replacement, etc.) and then recon-
nected, there may be some delay before
the Stop/Start System reactivates.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
It is recommended that a Genuine INFINITI
battery is fitted. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Protective plate for battery
WARNING
Whenever the battery is replaced, always
have the protective plate underneath the
battery also reinstalled or replaced. If this
plate is not reinstalled/replaced, in the
event of a collision a thermal incident could
occur, causing vehicle damage and poten-
tially causing serious injury of death.
If the vehicle battery is replaced, the protec-
tive plate underneath the battery must also
be replaced. This protective plate must be
fixed to the underside of the replacement
battery using the adhesive tape supplied with
the replacement plate. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer to purchase
and replace the protective plate underneath
the battery. 1. Make sure the underside of the replace-
ment battery is dry and free of dust.
2. Remove the backing strips
1from the
adhesive strips.
3. Fix the protective plate to the underside of the battery without any overlap
2.
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4. Fit the replacement battery in the vehicle.
REINITIALISATION PROCEDURE
AFTER BATTERY
RECONNECTION
If the battery has been reconnected, check
the following items:
•Clock setting (if so equipped). For details,
see "Clock" in the "2. Instruments and con-
trols" section, or the separately provided
navigation system Owner's Manual, or the
audio device descriptions in " Audio system
(if equipped)" in the "4. Display screen,
heater and air conditioner, and audio sys-
tem" section.
•Reset the desired radio stations to the pre-
set station buttons. For details, see the
audio device descriptions in the “4. Heater
and air conditioner, and audio system”.
JUMP-STARTING
If jump-starting is necessary, see "Jump
starting" in the "6. In case of emergency" sec-
tion. If the engine does not start by jump
starting, the battery may have to be replaced.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position before servicing drive belt. The en-
gine could rotate unexpectedly.
1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of un- usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or loose, have
it replaced or adjusted. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for con- dition and tension in accordance with the
maintenance schedule as shown in a
separately provided Warranty Informa-
tion and Maintenance booklet.
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CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery or removed parts.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
Press the(LOCK) or(UNLOCK)
button.
The battery is working properly if the battery
check light
1lights up briefly.
The battery is discharged if the battery check
light
1does not light up briefly. Replace the
battery.
NOTE
•If the key battery is checked within the
signal reception range of the vehicle,
pressing the
(LOCK) or(UN-
LOCK) button locks or unlocks the vehicle.
•You can obtain a battery from an INFINITI
retailer.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.
Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as
follows:
1. Take the emergency key element out of the key (see "Mechanical key" in the "3.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments" sec-
tion)
2. Press emergency key element
2into the
opening into the key in the direction of the
arrow until the battery cover
1opens.
When doing so, do not hold cover
1shut.
3. Remove battery tray cover
1.
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4. Repeatedly tap the key against your palmuntil battery
1falls out. 5. Insert the new battery with the positive
terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free
cloth to do so.
6. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contami-
nation.
7. Insert the front tabs of battery cover
1and then press to close it.
8. Insert emergency key element into the key (see "Mechanical key" in the "3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustments" section).
9. Check the function of all key buttons on the vehicle.
If you need assistance with replacement, it is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service. 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.
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Halogen headlight bulb
Fitting/removing the access cover on the
front wheel arch:
You must remove the cover of the front
wheel arch before you can change the halo-
gen headlight bulb.
To remove: switch off the lights, turn the
steering so that the wheel behind the light in
question is pointing inwards . Slide cover
1up and remove it.To fit: inset cover
1again and slide it down
until it engages.
The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type
which uses a replaceable headlight (halogen)
bulb. A bulb can be replaced from inside the
engine compartment without removing the
headlight assembly.
If you need assistance for bulb replacement,
it is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer.
Low/High beam Headlight bulb replace-
ment:
1. Open the hood. For details, see "Hood" inthe "3. Pre-driving checks and adjust-
ments" section.
2. Disconnect the negative (—) battery cable.
3. Remove the corresponding access cover from the wheel arch.
4. Turn housing cover
1counterclockwise
and remove it.
5. Turn bulb holder
2counterclockwise and
pull out
6. Take the headlight bulb out of bulb holder
2.
7. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder
2.
8. Insert bulb holder
2and turn it clockwise.
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9. Press on housing cover1and turn it to
the right.
10. Replace the cover in the front wheel arch
11. Reconnect the negative (—) battery cable and close the hood.
NOTE
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of
the exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash.
The fog is caused by a temperature differ-
ence between the inside and the outside of
the lens. This is not a malfunction. If large
droplets can be seen, it is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer.
Front turn signal light bulb
replacement (non-LED system only)
1. Open the hood. For details, see "Hood" in the "3. Pre-driving checks and adjust-
ments" section.
2. Disconnect the negative (—) battery cable.
3. Turn housing cover
1counterclockwise
and remove it.
4. Turn bulb holder
2counterclockwise and
pull out
5. Take the headlight bulb out of bulb holder
2. 6. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder
2.
7. Insert bulb holder
2and turn it clockwise.
8. Press on housing cover
1and turn it to
the right.
9. Reconnect the negative (—) battery cable and close the hood.
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Parking brake*:
Check the parking brake operation regularly.
Also make sure that the vehicle is held se-
curely on a fairly steep hill when only the
parking brake is applied. If the parking brake
needs adjustment, it is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Seats:
Check seat position controls such as seat
adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches
lock securely in every position. Check that the
head restraints move up and down smoothly
and that the locks (if so equipped) hold se-
curely in all latched positions.
Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt system
(for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the steering condition,
such as excessive free play, hard steering or
strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure that all warning lights and chimes
are operating properly.Windshield defroster:
Check that the air comes out of the defroster
outlets properly and in good quantity when
operating the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate
properly and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time
you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery*:
Except for maintenance free battery, check
the fluid level in each cell. It should be be-
tween the “UPPER” and “LOWER” lines. Ve-
hicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of
the battery fluid level.
NOTE
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electronic
accessories that consume battery power
when the engine is not running (Phone
chargers, GPS, DVD players, etc.) 2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake fluid level is be-
tween the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the res-
ervoir.
Coolant level*:
Check the coolant level when the engine is
cold.
Engine drive belt(s)*:
Make sure that no belt is frayed, worn,
cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*:
Check the level after parking the vehicle on a
level spot and turning off the engine. Wait
more than 15 minutes for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan.
Exhaust system:
Make sure there are no loose supports,
cracks or holes. If the sound of the exhaust
seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust
fumes, immediately have the exhaust system
inspected. It is recommended you visit an
9-4Maintenance and Schedules
The vehicle information display shows a ser-
vice message for a few seconds, for example:
•[Service A In .. days]
•[Service A Due]
•[Service A Exceeded by .. days]
Depending on the operating conditions of the
vehicle, the remaining time or distance until
the next service due date is displayed.
The letter indicates which service is due. A
stands for a minor service and B for a major
service. A number or another letter may be
displayed after the letter.
Only for certain countries: the position after
the letter A or B indicates any necessary ad-
ditional maintenance work. If you notify an
INFINITI retailer of this display, you will re-
ceive a statement on the associated costs.
The maintenance service interval display
does not take into account any periods of
time during which the battery is discon-
nected. Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:
Note down the service due date displayed in
the vehicle information display before dis-
connecting the battery.
or
After reconnecting the battery, subtract the
battery disconnection periods from the ser-
vice date shown on the display.
Hiding service messages
Press the
ing wheel.
Displaying service messages
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Press the
orbutton on the
steering wheel to select the [Serv.] menu.
3. Press the
orbutton to select
[Maintenance] submenu and confirm by
pressing the OK button.
The service due date appears in the vehicle
information display.
Information about service
Resetting the maintenance service interval
display:
CAUTION
If the maintenance service interval display
has been inadvertently reset, this setting
can be corrected at an INFINITI retailer.
Have service work carried out as described
in the Maintenance Schedule. This may
otherwise lead to increased wear and dam-
age to the major assemblies or the vehicle.
An INFINITI retailer will reset the mainte-
nance service interval display after the service
work has been carried out. You can also ob-
tain further information on maintenance
work, for example.
Special service requirements:
The prescribed service interval is based on
normal operation of the vehicle. Service work
will need to be performed more often if the
vehicle is operated under arduous conditions
or increased loads, for example:
•Regular city driving with frequent interme-
diate stops
•If the vehicle is primarily used to travel
short distance
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