2018 INFINITI QX80 battery

0-12Illustrated table of contents
JVC0976X
VK56VD ENGINE
1. Window washer fluid reservoir(P.8-10)
2. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-18)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-6)
4. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-8) 5. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-6)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-9)
7. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-18)
8. Battery (P.8-11)
9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-4)
10. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-4)11. Drive belts (P.8-13)
12. Air cleaner (P.8-14)
ENGINE COMPARTMENT

1-4Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
FRONT SEATS
Front power seat adjustment
Operating tips:
.The power seat motor has an auto-reset
overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds,
then reactivate the switch.
. Do not operate the power seat switch for
a long period of time when the engine is
off. This will discharge the battery.
See “Automatic drive positioner” (P.3-39)
for the seat position memory function.
CAUTION
When adjusting the seat positions, be
sure not to contact any moving parts to
avoid possible injuries and/or damages.
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Forward and backward:
Moving the switch
forward or backward
will slide the seat forward or backward to
the desired position.
Reclining:
Move the recline switch
backward until
the desired angle is obtained. To bring the
seatback forward again, move the switch
forward.
The reclining feature allows adjustment of
the seatback for occupants of different sizes
for added comfort and to help obtain proper
seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt
usage” (P.1-18).) Also, the seatback can be
reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in
the P (Park) position.

be against your body. In an accident,
you could be thrown into it and
receive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap belt
and receive serious internal injuries.
. For the most effective protection
when the vehicle is in motion, the
seat should be upright. Always sit
well back and upright in the seat with
both feet on the floor and adjust the
seat belt properly. See “Precautions
on seat belt usage” (P.1-18).
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Power folding
Push and hold the front side of the switchlocated on the passenger side of the cargo
room. The corresponding seatback (R: right
side, L: left side) will be folded down
automatically. Push and hold the rear side of the switch
.
The seatback will be returned automatically.
The seatback will rise up while holding the
switch.
NOTE:
Operating the power folding seats can
discharge the vehicle battery if the vehicle
is not running.
CAUTION
When operating the rear power seat-
back return, make sure that the vehicle is
stopped and the transmission is in the P
(Park) position.
WARNING
. Never allow anyone to ride in the
cargo area or on the rear seat when it
is in the fold-down position. Use of
these areas by passengers without
proper restraints could result in ser-
ious injury in an accident or sudden
stop.
. When returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched
position. If they are not completely
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-9

Clock ........................................................................\
........... 2-51Adjusting the time ..................................................... 2-51
Power outlet .................................................................... 2-51 USB (Universal Serial Bus)
charging connector ................................................... 2-53
Storage ........................................................................\
...... 2-54 Cup holders ................................................................. 2-54
Sunglasses holder ...................................................... 2-56
Glove box ..................................................................... 2-56
Console box ................................................................ 2-57
Tray ........................................................................\
....... 2-58
Coat hooks .................................................................. 2-59
Luggage hooks .......................................................... 2-59
Cargo floor box ......................................................... 2-60
Roof rack .................................................................... 2-60
Windows ........................................................................\
... 2-61 Power windows ......................................................... 2-61
Moonroof ........................................................................\
.. 2-64
Power moonroof ....................................................... 2-64
Welcome light .................................................................. 2-65 Battery saver system .............................................. 2-66
Interior lights .................................................................... 2-66 Map lights ................................................................... 2-66
Rear personal lights .................................................. 2-66
Interior light control switch .................................... 2-67
Vanity mirror lights ........................................................ 2-68 Cargo light ....................................................................... 2-68
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver (Type A) (if
so equipped) .................................................................... 2-68
Programming HomeLink
®..................................... 2-69
Programming HomeLink®for Canadian
customers and gate openers ............................... 2-70
Operating the HomeLink
®
Universal Transceiver ............................................. 2-71
Programming troubleshooting ............................ 2-71
Clearing the programmed information ............. 2-71
Reprogramming a single
HomeLink
®button .................................................. 2-71
If your vehicle is stolen .......................................... 2-72
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver (Type B) (if
so equipped) .................................................................... 2-72
Programming HomeLink
®..................................... 2-73
Programming HomeLink®for Canadian
customers and gate openers ............................... 2-75
Operating the HomeLink
®
Universal Transceiver ............................................. 2-75
Programming troubleshooting ............................ 2-75
Clearing the programmed information ............. 2-75
Reprogramming a single
HomeLink
®button .................................................. 2-76
Using the garage door
two-way communication ...................................... 2-76
If your vehicle is stolen .......................................... 2-77

2-10Instruments and controls
to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil”
(P.8-6).)
. If the gauge needle does not move
with the proper amount of engine oil,
have the vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service. Continued vehicle
operation in such a condition could
cause serious damage to the engine.
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VOLTMETER
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the volt meter indicates the
battery voltage. When the engine is running,
it indicates the generator voltage.
While cranking the engine, the volt drop
below the normal range. If the needle is not
in the normal range (10.5 to 15.5 volt) while
the engine is running, it may indicate that the
charging system is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
METER/RING ILLUMINATION
AND NEEDLE SWEEP
The ring illumination surrounding meters and
gauges illuminates when the driver’s door is
closed after getting into the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key carried in.
When the engine is started, the indicator
needles will sweep in the speedometer and
tachometer and the ring illumination will be
brightened gradually. This function can be
turned off. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-28).)

2-24Instruments and controls
OPERATIONAL INDICATORS
1. Engine start operation indicator
This indicator appears when the shift lever is
in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch with the
brake pedal depressed.
2. NO KEY warning
This warning appears in either of the
following conditions.
No key inside the vehicle:
The warning appears when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
Unregistered Intelligent Key:
The warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed from the LOCK position
and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized
by the system. You cannot start the engine
with an unregistered key. Use the registered
Intelligent Key.
See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7) for more
details.
3. SHIFT “P” warning
This warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed to stop the engine with
the shift lever in any position except the P
(Park) position.
If this warning appears, move the shift lever
to the P (Park) position or push the ignition
switch to the ON position.
An inside warning chime will also sound. (See
“Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7).)
4. “PUSH” warning
This warning appears when the shift lever is
moved to the P (Park) position with the
ignition switch in the ACC position after the
SHIFT “P” warning appears.
To push the ignition switch to the OFF
position, perform the following procedure:
SHIFT “P” warning?(Move the shift lever
to “P”) ?PUSH warning ?(Push the
ignition switch ?ignition switch position is
turned to ON) ?PUSH warning ?(Push the
ignition switch ?ignition switch position is
turned to OFF)
5. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power. If this indicator appears, replace the battery
with a new one. (See “Intelligent Key battery
replacement” (P.8-20).)
6. Engine start operation for Intel-
ligent Key system 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.5-14).)
7. Remote engine start indicator (if
so equipped)
This indicator appears when the engine has
been started using the remote start function.
To start the vehicle, depress the brake pedal
and place the ignition switch in the ON
position.
For more details, see “Remote engine start”
(P.3-18).
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.

an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Battery saver system
A chime will sound when the driver side door
is opened with the light switch in theorposition and the ignition switch in the
OFF or LOCK position.
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automatically
turn off after a period of time when the
ignition switch has been pushed to the OFF
position.
When the headlight switch remains in the
orposition after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will turn on
when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position.
CAUTION
. When you turn on the headlight
switch again after the lights auto-
matically turn off, the lights will not
turn off automatically. Be sure to
turn the light switch to the OFF
position when you leave the vehicle
for extended periods of time, other-
wise the battery will be discharged. .
Never leave the light switch on when
the engine is not running for ex-
tended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.
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Headlight aiming control (if so
equipped)
Depending on the number of occupants in
the vehicle and the load it is carrying, the
headlight axis may be higher than desired. If
the vehicle is traveling on a hilly road, the
headlights may directly hit the rearview
mirror of the vehicle ahead or the windshield
of the oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be
lowered with the operation of the switch.
The larger the number designated on the
switch, the lower the axis.
When traveling with no heavy load or on a
flat road, select position 0.
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2-46Instruments and controls
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants
cannot monitor elevated seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
body parts that contact the seat. Use of
the seat heater by such people could
result in serious injury.
CAUTION
.The battery could run down if the
seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.
. Do not use the seat heater for
extended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
. Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a blan-
ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other-
wise, the seat may become
overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the heater. .
Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with
a dry cloth.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar ma-
terials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
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FRONT
The front seats can be warmed by built-in
heaters. The switches located on the instru-
ment panel can be operated independently
of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
.For high heat, push the HI (High) side
of the switch..For low heat, push the LO (Low) sideof the switch..The indicator lightwill illuminate
when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, push the “HI” or “LO” side (whichever is selected) of the
HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)